Easton public meetings in 2025

Zoning Hearing Board

The Easton Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing on December 18, 2025 at 6:00 pm in City Hall’s 3rd‑floor Council Chambers. The hearing will consider an appeal by Chad DeFelice/74 N 4th LLC concerning several variances and an interpretation of Section 595‑20(F)(8) of the Easton Zoning Ordinance. The requested variances include increased building height and size, sidewalk width/configuration, a 0‑foot build‑to line, and a 35 % façade window surface area for a proposed six‑story mixed‑use building with 34 apartments and 1,190 sq ft of commercial space at 70 North 4th Street in the Downtown Zoning District.

• Appeal of Section 595‑20(F)(8) interpretation or variance for building height/size >15 % over adjoining properties
• Variance request for sidewalk width/configuration under Section 595‑20(F)(2)
• Variance request for a 0‑foot build‑to line under Section 595‑28(C)(1)
• Variance request for 35 % façade window surface area under Section 595‑20(F)(14)
• Proposed six‑story mixed‑use building with 34 apartments and 1,190 sq ft commercial space at 70 North 4th Street, Block Class C, Downtown Zoning District

Redevelopment Authority

The Easton Redevelopment Authority Board will review several project updates and old business items. New business includes a resolution to set staff wages for 2026 (Resolution for Staff Wages 2026-16). Old business items cover the Wilson Project, a proposal review for 648 W Berwick Street/504 Centre Street, and a resolution for 485 W Cooper St (2026-17). The meeting also includes a public comment period and a presentation of the 2025 RDA activity summary.

• Resolution for Staff Wages 2026-16 (new business)
• Wilson Project (old business)
• Proposal Review for 648 W Berwick Street/504 Centre Street (old business)
• 485 W Cooper St Resolution 2026-17 (old business)
• 2025 RDA Activity Summary Presentation (staff report)

Zoning Hearing Board

The Easton Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public meeting on Dec. 15, 2025 to consider three new applications: a variance for David Hopkins to subdivide a 1,417.04‑sq‑ft lot at 501-03 Northampton St., a special exception for Azanae Diggs‑Jackson to provide youth programming at 11 N 13th St., and a special exception for Jessica Romel to install a 6‑ft side‑yard fence at 277-79 W Nesquehoning St. The board will also review two pending items from previous meetings involving a convenience store/gas station at 158-60 S. 3rd St. and an accessory structure request at 235 Folk St.

• Variance request (Sec. 595-20(B)) for 1,417.04‑sq‑ft lot subdivision at 501-03 Northampton St., Downtown Zoning District‑Street Corridor Enhancement‑Block Class B
• Special exception (Sec. 595-25(C)(13)) for youth programming at 11 N 13th St., West Ward Zoning District‑Street Corridor Enhancement‑Block Class C
• Special exception (Sec. 595-14(13)(F)(f)) for a 6‑ft side‑yard fence at 277-79 W Nesquehoning St., South‑Side Zoning District‑Street Corridor Enhancement‑Block Class C
• Special exception and variance for a convenience store/gas station with C6 liquor license at 158-60 S. 3rd St., Downtown Zoning District‑Street Corridor Enhancement‑Block Class A
• Special exception and variances for a large accessory structure and rear‑yard setbacks at 235 Folk St., South‑Side Zoning District‑Street Corridor Enhancement‑Block Class B

City Council

The Easton City Council meeting will consider the 2026 municipal budget and a series of resolutions. Items include a developer agreement for the W. Nesquehoning Street project, a license for license‑plate‑reading cameras, and a language‑access policy. The council will also discuss a property‑tax rebate for senior citizens and other administrative approvals.

• Resolution approving the 2026 budget (Bill No. 83)
• Resolution approving a developer agreement with ABDA Properties on W. Nesquehoning St. Project
• Resolution approving a license agreement with Flock Safety for LPR camera installation on city streetlights
• Resolution establishing a Language Access Policy for the City of Easton
• Resolution approving an ordinance providing a property tax rebate for senior citizens (Bill No. 82)

The council adopted the amended 2026 municipal budget, cutting the Easton 250th Celebration allocation from $90,000 to $50,000 and moving $25,000 to the Comprehensive Plan and $25,000 to the General Fund. It also approved a Language Access Policy, several development and public‑safety agreements, and an ordinance updating streets and sidewalks. All actions passed with a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved Resolution approving agreement with Keycodes Inspection Agency (7‑0)
• Approved Language Access Policy (Reso 215-2025) (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution authorizing David Hopkins for PennDOT reimbursement agreements (Reso 216-2025) (7‑0)
• Approved Developer Agreement with ABDA Properties on W. Nesquehoning St. (Reso 217-2025) (7‑0)
• Tabled License Agreement with Flock Safety for LPR camera installation (7‑0)
• Approved Agreement with Tracey Werner d/b/a Blabbermouth Communications (Reso 218-2025) (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution supporting and protecting immigrant communities (Reso 219-2025) (7‑0)
• Approved Ordinance amending Chapter 515 Streets, Sidewalks and Special Events (Bill No.81) (7‑0)

City Council

The Easton City Council will hear budget presentations from the Economic Development and Public Works directors. Committee discussions will include an Economic Development budget proposal and a Public Safety resolution on immigration. No votes or approvals are recorded in this agenda.

• Budget presentation by Economic Development Director John Kingsley
• Budget presentation by Public Works Director David Hopkins
• Economic Development budget proposal discussion
• Public Safety resolution on immigration discussion

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will hear new applications for installations and repairs at several city locations. The body will also review old business regarding signage and privacy decals.

• Proposal to install an obelisk in park at 390 Larry Holmes Dr.
• Roof repair proposal for 143 S 6th St.
• Window sign installation proposal for 444-48 Northampton St.
• Sidewalk cellar door replacement proposal for 149-51 Northampton St.
• Pylon and wall sign proposals for 100-10 N 3rd St.

Planning Commission

The Easton Planning Commission will review and vote on several special exception requests and land development proposals. Items include a 6‑story mixed‑use building at 509‑19 Northampton Street, a 3‑story addition at 1022 Northampton Street, and other projects. The commission will also adopt the 2026 meeting schedule and handle routine agenda items.

• 509‑19 Northampton Street – land development for a 6‑story mixed‑use building
• 1022 Northampton Street – land development for a 3‑story addition
• 277‑79 W Nesquehoning Street – special exception for a fence
• 11 N 13th Street – special exception for a community service
• 158‑60 S 3rd Street – special exception for a retail specialty

Environmental Advisory Council

The Easton Environmental Advisory Council will meet to review reports on climate action, transportation, and waste, and to discuss bylaw amendments regarding vice chair responsibilities and minutes procedures.

• Approval of November minutes
• Reports on Climate Action Plan, Greenspaces, Transportation, Waste & Recycling, and Urban Forestry
• Discussion on Dark Sky next steps and Air Quality Monitors
• Bylaw Amendments on responsibilities of Vice Chair and Secretary
• Updates to minutes procedures

The council approved the meeting agenda with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. The November meeting minutes were also approved unanimously by a 5‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned unanimously with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved November minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Zoning Hearing Board

The Easton Zoning Hearing Board will meet to consider a special exception request from Donald Haas/Easton Wood Ave Propco LLC. The request involves altering a watercourse and installing a roadway and retention basin in the floodplain.

• Special exception request for watercourse alteration/relocation in the floodplain
• Special exception request for a roadway and retention basin in the floodplain
• Project location: Block A of the Adaptive Reuse District (L9 14 4, L9 15 1, L9 23 1, L9 6 1 & 1B)

City Council

The Easton City Council will consider a series of resolutions approving contracts for chemicals used at the municipal wastewater treatment plant. Additional items include a resolution supporting immigrant communities, a resolution to rename Nesquehoning Park, and a memorandum of understanding to repair a section of the D&L trail. The council will also act on a free three‑hour daily parking program for two downtown garages and consider ordinance amendments related to peddling and streets.

• Resolution approving a contract with Holland Company Inc for sodium bisulfite chemicals for the wastewater treatment plant
• Resolution approving a contract with Premier Magnesia LLC for magnesium hydroxide chemicals for the wastewater treatment plant
• Resolution approving a contract with JCI Jones Chemicals Inc for sodium hypochlorite chemicals for the wastewater treatment plant
• Resolution approving a contract with Polydyne Inc for polymer centrifuge chemicals for the wastewater treatment plant
• Resolution approving free three‑hour daily parking in the N. 4th St and S. 3rd St garages

The Easton City Council approved several Certificates of Appropriateness, an ordinance amendment, and a resolution renaming Nesquehoning Park. It also approved a memorandum of understanding to repair a D&L trail section and a series of contracts for chemicals used at the wastewater treatment plant. The resolution supporting immigrant communities was tabled for discussion on Dec. 9 and a vote on Dec. 10.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 100-10 N. 3rd St. (7‑0)
• Approved Bill No. 80 amending Chapter 415 (7‑0)
• Approved renaming Nesquehoning Park to The Clarine Boyer and Frances Ketchen Memorial Park (7‑0)
• Approved MOU with D&L to repair a section of the D&L trail (7‑0)
• Approved contract with Holland Company Inc for Sodium Bisulfite chemicals for the wastewater plant (7‑0)
• Approved contract with Premier Magnesia LLC for Magnesium Hydroxide chemicals for the wastewater plant (7‑0)
• Approved contract with JCI Jones Chemicals Inc for Sodium Hypochlorite chemicals for the wastewater plant (7‑0)
• Tabled resolution supporting immigrant communities until Dec. 9 discussion/Dec. 10 vote (7‑0)

Zoning Hearing Board

The Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing to consider an appeal by Chad DeFelice/74 N 4th LLC. The applicant seeks several variances—including sidewalk width, building height, build‑to line, and façade window area—for a proposed six‑story mixed‑use building with 34 apartments and 1,190 sq ft of commercial space at 70 North 4th Street. The board will also review the applicant’s challenge to the interpretation of Section 595‑20(F)(8). No decisions have been made prior to the meeting.

• Variance request for sidewalk width/configuration under Section 595‑20(F)(2)
• Variance request for building height/size >15% over adjoining properties under Section 595‑20(F)(8)
• Variance request for 0‑foot build‑to line under Section 595‑28(C)(1)
• Variance request for 35% façade window surface area under Section 595‑20(F)(14)
• Appeal challenging the validity or interpretation of Section 595‑20(F)(8)

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority of Easton will meet to discuss a PHFA PHARE Program grant application and the disposition of 485 Cooper Street. The board will also review proposals for 648 W Berwick Street and 504 Centre Street.

• Disposition of 485 Cooper Street (Resolution 2025-14)
• PHFA PHARE Program Grant Application (Resolution 2025-15)
• Proposal review for 648 W Berwick Street and 504 Centre Street
• 2026 Meeting Dates (Resolution 2025-13)

Zoning Hearing Board

The Easton Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing to review several applications for special exceptions, variances, and change‑of‑use requests. Applicants include two proposals for residential low‑rise projects on Berwick Street, a convenience store/gas station with a liquor license on South 3rd Street, a window‑coverage variance on South Third Street, and a multi‑family development request on North 11th Street. The board will vote on each request during the meeting.

• Nicholas Zawarski – special exception and variances for a residential low‑rise at 323 E Berwick (25‑ft front yard setback, 7,752 sf footprint, driveway access, no steep slope review).
• Nicholas Zawarski – special exception and variances for a residential low‑rise at 324 E Berwick (25‑ft front yard setback, 7,752 sf footprint, no street trees, no sidewalks on Diamond Street).
• John Rodgers – special exception to operate a convenience store/gas station with a C6 liquor license at 158‑60 S 3rd St., including a variance for the required 1,000‑ft distance from another retail specialty establishment.
• Bridget Hughs/Heritage Riverview LP – variance for 50.6% window coverage at 132‑142 South Third Street, Block A, Downtown District.
• Andrew Fry/G&B Easton Properties II LLC – special exception and multiple variances to change use to an A‑7 multi‑family dwelling at 128 N 11th St., reducing lot size, width, and setbacks while increasing impervious coverage.

City Council

The City Council will approve the Safe Streets for All plan and authorize the Easton DCED to apply for $316,016 in state funding for road barriers and $750,000 to remediate Heil Park Pool. The body will also consider resolutions for library HVAC repairs, a historic house restoration, and the appointment of a Planning Commission member.

• Approval of Safe Streets for All plan
• Apply for $750,000 to remediate Heil Park Pool
• Apply for $316,016 for vehicle road barriers
• Apply for $250,000 for library HVAC repairs
• Approve appointment to Planning Commission

Historic District Commission

The Easton Historic District Commission will review applications for new signage, window replacements, and building repairs at 100-10 N 3rd St., 185 S 3rd St., and other locations. The agenda includes a public hearing for new applications and discussion of old business.

• Review of 8 new applications for signage, windows, and repairs
• Public hearing for 100-10 N 3rd St. bank signage change
• Public hearing for 185 S 3rd St. 'Confluence' signage installation
• Public hearing for 450-52 Northampton St. sign installation
• Public hearing for 10-12 Centre Sq. terracotta stabilization

Planning Commission

The Easton Planning Commission will consider special exceptions and land development for residential projects on N 11th Street and E Berwick Street. The body will also provide comment on a warehouse proposal in Williams Twp and hold a rebuttal hearing for 1525 Wood Avenue.

• Special Exception for multifamily at 128 N 11th Street
• Warehouse proposal in Williams Twp at 40 Hilton Street (comment only)
• Special Exception/Land Development for residential lowrise at 364 E Berwick Street
• Special Exception/Land Development for residential lowrise at 367 E Berwick Street
• Rebuttal hearing for 1525 Wood Avenue application

The Planning Commission approved the agenda and amended minutes by unanimous vote. It recommended approval of the special exception for 128 N 11th Street to the Zoning Hearing Board. It also unanimously recommended conditional preliminary approvals for the residential projects at 364 and 367 E Berwick Street. A motion to recuse Commissioner Kim Wagner was denied, with Wagner abstaining.

• Agenda approved unanimously
• Amended minutes approved unanimously
• Recommended approval of 128 N 11th Street special exception to Zoning Hearing Board (unanimous)
• Recommended conditional preliminary approval for 364 E Berwick Street (unanimous)
• Recommended conditional preliminary approval for 367 E Berwick Street (unanimous)
• Motion to recuse Commissioner Kim Wagner denied (abstention by Wagner)
• Final deliberations scheduled for Dec 3 meeting

Environmental Advisory Council

The Easton Environmental Advisory Council will review reports on climate action, greenspaces, transportation, waste, communications, sustainability, urban forestry, and membership updates. They will consider continuing business items such as a November breakfast, a visioning session on November 18, and a Dark Sky presentation. New business includes discussion of air quality monitoring for warehouses and interstate designations for US 22 and PA 33.

• Air Quality Monitoring for Warehouses
• Interstate designations for US 22 and PA 33
• LV EAC Breakfast in November
• Visioning Session – November 18
• Dark Sky presentation and next steps

City Council

The Easton City Council will consider several resolutions, including a storm‑sewer relining agreement with Nu‑Pipe LLC and a memorandum of agreement with the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection for cleanup quality‑assurance plans. Other items include a resolution supporting immigrant communities, agreements for parking lot use, design of the Abbott Street Lock, and a lease with SAI Square One Realty. The council will also hear a presentation on the Dark Skies Initiative and consider Bill No. 79 to amend the non‑uniform PMRS.

• Resolution approving agreement with Nu‑Pipe LLC to re‑line large storm‑sewer pipes
• Resolution authorizing execution of MOA with PA Dept of Environmental Protection for cleanup QA program
• Resolution approving agreement with St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church for parking lot use
• Resolution approving agreement with Simone Collins for design of the Abbott Street Lock
• Bill No. 79 – Ordinance amending the non‑uniform PMRS

Vacant Property Review Committee

The Vacant Property Review Committee will meet on October 22, 2025 at 4:00 pm in City Hall, 123 S. Third Street. After routine items such as roll call and agenda approval, the committee will consider eight specific vacant properties and recommend them to the Easton Planning Commission for blight determination. No other substantive actions are listed.

• Review of 815 Spruce Street for blight determination
• Review of 623 W Lincoln Street for blight determination
• Review of 625 W Lincoln Street for blight determination
• Review of 1052 Butler Street for blight determination
• Review of 127 S 9th Street for blight determination

The committee approved its agenda and the March 2025 meeting minutes. After reviewing eight vacant properties, the members voted 4-0 to recommend blight certification to the Easton Planning Commission. No other business was taken.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended blight certification for 815 Spruce St, 623 W Lincoln St, 625 W Lincoln St, 1052 Butler St, 127 S 9th St, 1317-19 Lehigh St, 159 Ann St, and 1071 Bushkill Dr (vote 4-0)

Zoning Hearing Board

The Zoning Hearing Board will consider several variance and special‑exception requests. Items include a 7‑story mixed‑use development with 73 residential units at 101 South 3rd Street, a window‑coverage variance for 132‑142 South Third Street, and sign variances at Scott Park. The board will also review accessory‑structure and parking‑related variances for properties on Folk Street, Hamilton Street, and other locations.

• Variance for 50.6% window coverage at 132‑142 South Third Street (Downtown District)
• Multiple variances for an I‑4 accessory structure and setbacks at 235 Folk St (Southside District)
• Variance for digital signs and a freestanding sign at Scott Park (River Corridor District)
• Special exception and several variances to convert 128 N 11th St to an A‑7 multi‑family dwelling (West Ward District)
• Special exception for a 7‑story mixed‑use building with 22,367 sq ft footprint and 73 units at 101 S 3rd St (Downtown District)

Redevelopment Authority

The Easton Redevelopment Authority Board will review several items, including the Wilson Project and an audit presentation. It will also consider LSA application resolutions for October and December 2025, and address old business such as AOS 485 Cooper and a Deputy Director signing privileges resolution. The meeting includes a projects report, staff report, and public comment before adjourning.

• The Wilson Project (new business)
• Audit Presentation (new business)
• LSA Application Resolutions 2025-10, 2025-12 (new business)
• AOS 485 Cooper (old business)
• Deputy Director Signing Privileges Resolution 2025-11 (old business)

Planning Commission

The Easton Planning Commission will consider a special exception request for a large accessory structure at 235 Folk Street. The commission will also hold a hearing on a rebuttal to the application for 1525 Wood Avenue. Routine items include roll call, agenda approval, minutes approval, and privilege of the floor. All matters will be addressed at this meeting.

• Special exception for a large accessory structure at 235 Folk Street
• Rebuttal hearing for the 1525 Wood Avenue application

The Planning Commission approved the meeting agenda and the September minutes by unanimous vote. It voted unanimously to recommend the special exception for a 21 × 30‑ft garage at 235 Folk Street to the Zoning Hearing Board. The commission declined to require Commissioner Wagner’s recusal and postponed the 1525 Wood Avenue hearing to November 5, 2025.

• Agenda approved unanimously (no vote tally provided)
• September 3 minutes amended and approved unanimously
• Special exception for 235 Folk St. garage recommended for approval (unanimous)
• Commission declined to require recusal of Commissioner Wagner
• 1525 Wood Avenue hearing continued to November 5, 2025

Historic District Commission

The Easton Historic District Commission will hear six new applications for work on historic properties, including a proposal to construct a new mixed‑use building at 101 S 3rd St. The commission will also review three items of old business, such as privacy decals at 132‑142 S 3rd St and a gas‑station sign at 158‑60 S 3rd St. Decisions will be made on each application and old‑business request during the October 13, 2025 meeting.

• 101 S 3rd St – proposal to construct new mixed‑use building (Basin Street Industrial Development LLC)
• 157‑163 Northampton St – roof replacement proposal (CRP Capital 3 LLC)
• 158‑60 S 3rd St Ste 158 – sign installation proposal (Sai Square One Realty LLC)
• 132‑142 S 3rd St – privacy decals proposal (Heritage Riverview LP)
• 8 Centre Sq – masonry repair, selective demolition, and addition proposal (Pete Theo Properties PA LLC)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to review the Chief Health Administrator's report and handle new business. The agenda includes reviewing health officer approved applications and permit holders who have moved.

• Chief Health Administrator report
• Health Officer approved applications
• Permit holders who moved

The Board approved its agenda and the September 11 minutes. It denied Joanna Acevedo’s handicap parking request and approved Robin Geiger’s request. The Board agreed to forward two additional handicap‑parking applicants to the City Council for approval. The meeting was adjourned at 6:45 p.m.

• Agenda approved (yeas: all four members)
• September 11 minutes approved (yeas: all four members)
• Joanna Acevedo handicap parking application denied (nays: all four members)
• Robin Geiger handicap parking application approved (yeas: all four members)
• Board unanimously agreed to forward two other handicap‑parking applicants to council
• Meeting adjourned (yeas: all four members)

City Council

City Council will review amendments to the 2025 General Fund and Fund 253 budgets. The body is also considering ordinances for loading zones on Pine Street and N. 4th Street. Other items include a grant application for waterways access and the adoption of a Safe Streets for All plan.

• Bill No. 74: Loading Zone on Pine Street next to Alpha Building
• Bill No. 75: Loading Zone on N. 4th Street next to The National Building
• Bill No. 76: Amendment to 2025 City of Easton General Fund Budget
• Bill No. 77: Amendment to 2025 City of Easton Fund 253
• Resolution to apply for Statewide Waterways Access Grant

Environmental Advisory Council

The Environmental Advisory Council will review reports on the Climate Action Plan and urban forestry. The body will discuss a Dark Sky presentation and a visioning session scheduled for November.

• Dark Sky presentation and next steps
• Climate Action Plan report
• City Urban Forestry report
• Easton Outdoor Company support for cleanups
• Visioning session for November

City Council

The council will receive the Omnes Presentation from Dave Hopkins, dated September 23, 2024. Committee members will discuss a 15‑minute parking proposal for the Pie and Tart location. They will also consider tenant‑parking matters for Roseanne Flowers. No formal actions are listed in the agenda.

• Omnes Presentation by Dave Hopkins (9/23/24)
• Discussion of 15‑minute parking for Pie and Tart
• Discussion of tenant parking for Roseanne Flowers

City Council

The Easton City Council will hold a special meeting to present the proposed 2026 city budget. Council members will approve the agenda before the budget presentation. The meeting includes a public comment period for residents to provide input.

• Approval of agenda
• Presentation of the proposed 2026 city budget
• Public comment

City Council

City Council will discuss the Safe Streets for All plan and a KSAT update. The body is deciding on several resolutions regarding pension obligations, city auctions, and a fixed cost agreement with Constellation Energy. Proposed ordinances include budget amendments and new loading zones on Pine Street and N. 4th Street.

• Bill No. 76 and 77: Ordinances to amend the 2025 General Fund Budget and Fund 253
• Resolution for a 3-year fixed cost Agreement with Constellation Energy
• Bill No. 74 and 75: Proposed loading zones on Pine Street and N. 4th Street
• Certificates of Appropriateness for 390 Larry Holmes Dr, 355, 252, and 139-41 Spring Garden St
• Bill No. 73: Cable Franchise Agreement with Service Electric Cable TV

Zoning Hearing Board

The Zoning Hearing Board will consider a special exception application submitted by Donald Haas/Easton Wood Ave Propco LLC. The request seeks permission under Section 298-13(A)(2) of the Easton Floodplain Management Ordinance to alter or relocate a watercourse in the floodplain, and under Section 298-13(A)(6) to construct a roadway and a retention basin in the floodplain. The proposed work would be located at lot numbers L9 14 4, L9 15 1, L9 23 1, L9 6 1 & 1B in Block A of the Adaptive Reuse District.

• Special exception request to alter/relocate watercourse in floodplain (Section 298-13(A)(2))
• Special exception request for roadway and retention basin in floodplain (Section 298-13(A)(6))
• Location: lots L9 14 4, L9 15 1, L9 23 1, L9 6 1 & 1B, Block A, Adaptive Reuse District

Redevelopment Authority

The Easton Redevelopment Authority Board will review and vote on multiple project resolutions. Items include resolutions for 360 West Wilkes Barre, 720 Lafayette Street, 28 South Locust Street, and the Easton Neighborhood Center Program. The meeting also includes reports on open issues, old business, and staff updates.

• Resolution for 360 West Wilkes Barre (Resolution 2025-05)
• Resolution for 720 Lafayette Street (Resolutions 2025-06 and 2025-07)
• Resolution for 28 South Locust Street (Resolution 2025-08)
• Resolution for 322 Coal Street (Resolution 2025-09)
• Cooperation Agreement between RDA and HOME Easton

Zoning Hearing Board

The Zoning Hearing Board will review several variance and special‑exception requests, including signage at 421 W Milton St and a community library at 394 W Berwick St. It will also consider a shed setback variance at 1006 W Wilkes Barre St, a short‑term rental and parking variance at 342 Cattell St, and off‑street parking at 70 N 4th St. The most extensive request is a special exception and multiple variances for a 7‑story mixed‑use building with 73 residential units and 2,543 sq ft of retail at 101 S 3rd St.

• Variance for wall‑mounted, illuminated and freestanding signs (total 230 sq ft) at 421 W Milton St
• Special exception for a private non‑profit multi‑cultural community library at 394 W Berwick St
• Variance for a 4 × 10 ft shed side‑yard setback at 1006 W Wilkes Barre St
• Variance for short‑term rental and off‑street parking at 342 Cattell St
• Special exception and multiple variances for a 7‑story mixed‑use building (73 units, 2,543 sq ft retail) at 101 S 3rd St

Board of Health

The Easton Board of Health will meet to approve minutes, receive a report from the Chief Health Administrator, and take action on approved health officer applications and permit holders who have moved.

• Approval of meeting minutes
• Report from Chief Health Administrator
• Action on Health Officer Approved Applications
• Action on Permit Holders Who Moved

The Easton Board of Health approved handicap parking applications for Gayle Mayewski, Concetta Piparato, Adora Williams, Alexander Buskirk Sr., and denied the application of Pamela Jonjo. The board also approved handicap parking permits for Theresa Diehl, Maria Roldan, and Phillip Rehm. All approvals were passed unanimously by the three voting members.

• Approve Gayle Mayewski – 1203 Washington St (Ayes: Mrs. Eagle, Mr. Kamarr Wheeler, Mr. Kabias Wheeler)
• Approve Concetta Piparato – 918 Spring Garden St (Ayes: Mrs. Eagle, Mr. Kamarr Wheeler, Mr. Kabias Wheeler)
• Approve Adora Williams – 34 .N. 13th St (Ayes: Mrs. Eagle, Mr. Kamarr Wheeler, Mr. Kabias Wheeler)
• Approve Alexander Buskirk Sr. – 151S.12™St (Ayes: Mrs. Eagle, Mr. Kamarr Wheeler, Mr. Kabias Wheeler)
• Deny Pamela Jonjo – 628 W. Berwick St (Ayes: Mrs. Eagle, Mr. Kamarr Wheeler, Mr. Kabias Wheeler)
• Approve handicap parking permit for Theresa Diehl – 201 E. Nesquehoning St (board approval by health officer)
• Approve handicap parking permit for Maria Roldan – 912 Spring Garden St (board approval by health officer)
• Approve handicap parking permit for Phillip Rehm – 140 S. 12" St (board approval by health officer)

City Council

The Easton City Council will consider an interim science-based climate action plan, approve a lease agreement with Northampton County, and authorize a contract with the International Association of Fire Fighters. The body will also vote on ordinances regarding civil service fees, animal regulations, workforce housing, and a loading zone.

• Bill 69: Amending Civil Service Application Fee
• Bill 70: Amending Chapter 189 – Animals
• Bill 71: Approving Workforce Housing
• Bill 72: Adding loading zone at N. 9th St.
• Bill 73: Cable Franchise Agreement with Service Electric Cable TV Inc.

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will hold hearings for five new applications. The body is reviewing requests for new signs and exterior building modifications within the historic district.

• Solar powered electronic sign proposal for Scott Park at 390 Larry Holmes Dr.
• New signage proposal for 355 Spring Garden St.
• Sign installation proposal for 252 Spring Garden St.
• Sign installation proposal for 132-142 S 3rd St.
• Proposal to replace rear siding and four windows at 139-41 Spring Garden St.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider special exceptions and land development applications for two properties. The body will also hold a rebuttal hearing regarding an application for 1525 Wood Avenue.

• Special Exception for a library at 394 W Berwick Street
• Special Exception/Land Development for a 7-story mixed-use building at 101 S 3rd Street
• Rebuttal hearing for 1525 Wood Avenue application
• Informational update on Palmer Twp Act 537 Plan regarding Sheridan Drive Pump Station Elimination

The commission approved its agenda and minutes. It voted to recommend that the Zoning Hearing Board grant the library special exception at 394 W. Berwick Street. It also voted 4‑2 to recommend conditional preliminary approval and a special exception for the 101 S. 3rd Street mixed‑use development. The hearing on the 1525 Wood Avenue application was continued to October 15, 2025.

• Approved agenda (procedural)
• Approved minutes from August 6, 2025 (procedural)
• Recommended ZHB grant library special exception at 394 W. Berwick St (unanimous)
• Recommended conditional preliminary approval and ZHB grant special exception for 101 S. 3rd St mixed‑use project (4-2)
• Continued 1525 Wood Avenue hearing/rebuttal to Oct 15, 2025

Environmental Advisory Council

The Easton Environmental Advisory Council will review its August minutes, hear a Dark Sky lighting presentation, and receive updates from its committees on climate action, greenspaces, transportation, waste and recycling, and urban forestry. Public comments and membership updates are also on the agenda.

• Dark Sky lighting presentation
• Climate Action Plan committee report
• Greenspaces committee report
• Transportation committee report
• Waste & Recycling committee report

The Environmental Advisory Council approved its meeting agenda and the August meeting minutes, each by a 5‑0 vote. The council also approved Easton EAC’s offer to host the Lehigh Valley EAC Breakfast Meeting, with the motion passing 5‑0. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous 5‑0 vote.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved August meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved hosting of Lehigh Valley EAC Breakfast Meeting (5-0)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (5-0)

City Council

The Easton City Council will meet to approve minutes from the prior meeting, hear public testimony on CDBG fund reallocation, and vote on multiple resolutions including a $500,000 Redevelopment Assistance grant, a $624,411 dump truck purchase, and workforce housing incentives. Reports from six standing committees and the mayor will also be presented.

• Reallocation of CDBG Funds (public hearing)
• Resolution accepting $500,000 Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program Grant
• Resolution approving $624,411 purchase of three highway dump trucks from TD Equipment Finance
• Bill No. 71 — Ordinance to Promote Development of Workforce Housing
• Bill No. 67 — Ordinance authorizing Fire Chief to issue parking citations

The council approved certificates of appropriateness for seven properties on the consent agenda. Each resolution passed with a vote of 7 yeas, 0 nays, and 1 abstention. No other substantive actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 41 S. 6th Street (7-0-1)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 101 Larry Holmes Dr (7-0-1)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 312 Spring Garden St (7-0-1)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 134 Spring Garden St (7-0-1)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 330 Ferry Street (7-0-1)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 40 S. 6th Street (7-0-1)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 8 Centre Square (7-0-1)

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority of Easton will hold its annual meeting to elect officers for the coming year. The meeting is procedural and will not include substantive decisions.

• Election of Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary/Treasurer

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority of Easton will meet to review a projects report and discuss a resolution regarding Crayola. The board will also consider a cooperation agreement with Home Easton and a staff authorization resolution.

• Crayola Resolution
• Cooperation Agreement Between Home Easton and the Redevelopment Authority
• Staff Authorization Resolution

Zoning Hearing Board

The Zoning Hearing Board will consider several requests for signage variances and property use changes. The board will also review a request for the installation of games of skill machines at a retail location.

• Special exception for conversion from 4 units to a two-family semidetached dwelling at 139-41 Spring Garden St.
• Three separate variance requests for signage at 27 S 3rd St. (Ste 101, 102, and 103).
• Request for four games of skill machines at 668 Northampton Str.
• Signage variances for Valley Health Partners at 421 W Milton St. including 171 sq ft of total sign area.
• Signage variances for Lafayette College Kirby Field House at 1 Sullivan Rd. for 6 signs totaling 539-79 sq ft.

City Council

Easton City Council will meet on August 13, 2025, to discuss and vote on several ordinances and resolutions. Items include repealing an annual vendor auction ordinance, adding yellow curb painting criteria, and authorizing fire officials to issue parking citations. The council will also consider resolutions for infrastructure projects, ADA ramp designs, and agreements with Met-Ed and All City Management Services.

• Bill No. 64: Ordinance to repeal Chapter 415-15 (Annual Auction of Vendor Spaces)
• Bill No. 65: Ordinance adding criteria for painting yellow curbs at intersections
• Bill No. 67: Ordinance authorizing Fire Chief and Deputy Fire Chief to enforce parking citations
• Bill No. 68: Ordinance establishing Easton as a Welcoming City
• Resolution approving purchase of 24-inch milling head for Highway Bureau ($125,000) and design proposal for 17 ADA ramps in Downtown

City Council

The City Council is meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding the Capital Improvement Plan. The session also includes time for committee discussions.

• Public Hearing: Capital Improvement Plan

Historic District Commission

The Easton Historic District Commission will hear seven applications for exterior repairs and alterations to historic properties, including roofing, windows, chimneys, and signage. The meeting will also include routine approval of previous minutes and a brief public comment period. No major decisions are scheduled.

• 41 S 6th St: Roof repair and replacement proposal by Pennsylvania Homes & Properties LLC
• 101 Larry Holmes Dr: New parking lot railings proposed by Riverstar Properties LLC
• 312 Spring Garden St: Window replacement proposed by Michael Ruggiero
• 8 Centre Sq: Partial demolition and renovations proposed by Pete Theo Properties PA LLC

Planning Commission

The Easton Planning Commission will consider special exception requests for properties on Spring Garden Street and Washington Street. The commission will also review a request regarding the relocation of a watercourse in a floodplain.

• Special Exception for a two-family dwelling at 139-41 Spring Garden Street
• Special Exception for a Nonconforming use at 1211-19 Washington Street
• Special Exception for Relocation of Watercourse in a Floodplain
• Continued deliberation for 1525 Wood Avenue application (moved to September 3, 2025)

The agenda was approved with the removal of 1211-19 Washington Street. The minutes from the July 2, 2025 meeting were approved. The commission granted conditional final approval for the special exception at 139-41 Spring Garden Street, converting four units to a two‑family semidetached. The commission recommended denial of the special exception to relocate a watercourse in a floodplain, citing multiple application deficiencies.

• Approved agenda with removal of 1211-19 Washington Street
• Approved July 2, 2025 minutes
• Granted conditional final approval for special exception at 139-41 Spring Garden Street (two‑family semidetached)
• Recommended denial of special exception to relocate watercourse in floodplain

Environmental Advisory Council

The Environmental Advisory Council will review reports on the Climate Action Plan and urban forestry. The body is considering the formation of a Dark Sky ad hoc committee and planning for a Climate Action Week event.

• Formation of Dark Sky ad hoc committee
• Climate Action Week event planning
• Plastic reduction action
• Proposed 2026 meeting schedule change to third Wednesdays
• Associate membership for Kate Semmens

The council approved moving the 2026 meeting schedule to the third Wednesday of each month. Kate Semmens was appointed as an associate member. Members voted unanimously to create a Dark Skies ad hoc committee, appoint Stacy as its chair, and direct the committee to invite stakeholders to a September meeting. Additional actions included proposing events for October Climate Action Week and supporting a science‑based mid‑term climate goal.

• Changed 2026 meeting schedule to third Wednesday (4-0)
• Appointed Kate Semmens as associate member (4-0)
• Formed Dark Skies ad hoc committee (4-0)
• Appointed Stacy as chair of Dark Skies committee (4-0)
• Directed Dark Skies committee to invite stakeholders to September meeting (4-0)
• Approved proposal for October Climate Action Week events (4-0)
• Supported science‑based mid‑term climate goal for city council (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will vote on several resolutions regarding city infrastructure, including a $21,570 contract for street work. The body will also consider ordinances regarding workforce housing and the repeal of annual vendor space auctions.

• Bill No. 66: Ordinance to promote development of Workforce Housing
• Agreement with Pavement Impressions, Inc. for $21,570 for N. Sitgreaves and Church St
• License agreement with Flock Safety for a license plate reader on Bushkill St.
• Bill No. 64: Ordinance repealing Chapter 415-15 regarding Annual Auction of Vendor Spaces
• Certificates of Appropriateness for 8 properties, including 60 Centre Square and 123 S. 3rd St

City Council

The City Council committee is meeting to discuss the Capital Improvement Budget and the city's participation in the Solsmart Program. Members will also review workforce housing and specific ordinance fees for amusement and pinball machines.

• Capital Improvement Budget (CIP) discussion
• City participation in Solsmart Program
• Workforce Housing discussion
• Proposed $100 per machine/year fee for video and amusement games
• Proposed $50 per machine/year fee for pinball games

Zoning Hearing Board

The Zoning Hearing Board will consider several variance and special exception requests. These include a proposal for a three-unit multifamily dwelling and various signage and setback requests across the city.

• Proposed three-story, 3-unit multifamily dwelling at 1018 W Nesquehoning St
• Signage and window coverage requests for 123 S 3rd St
• New signage requests for 421 W Milton St
• Side yard setback variance for a walk-in cooler at 77 N 4th St
• Signage requests for Kirby Field House at 1 Sullivan Rd

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority of Easton will meet to review project reports and discuss staff authorization. The board will also address a resolution for 322 Coal St and a cooperation agreement with Home Easton.

• Resolution regarding 322 Coal St
• Cooperation Agreement between Home Easton and the Redevelopment Authority
• Discussion of Staff Authorization
• Approval of bills for May and June 2025

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will hear new applications for signage, repairs, and additions to properties in the historic district. The body will also review a proposal for a new single-family residence on Spring Garden St.

• Proposal to construct a new single-family residence at 416 Spring Garden St.
• Proposal to replace a rear rotted porch at 35 N 5th St.
• Proposal to repair a brick wall at 114 N 3rd St.
• Proposal to repair and replace a damaged roof at 41 S 6th St.
• Sign installation proposals for 60 Centre Sq., 315 Northampton St., 123 S 3rd St., and 154-56 Northampton St.

City Council

The City Council will meet to swear in six police officers and hear a presentation from Alpha Phi Omega. The body will also consider resolutions regarding the sale of police vehicles and two property agreements.

• Swearing in of police officers Matthew Stanley, Avery Hutchison, Myles Dutt, Bailey Witt, Austin Brett, and Kyle Perl
• Resolution to approve the sale of two police vehicles to EASD
• Resolution for a Right-of Way Encroachment Agreement with Alpha Phi Omega Alumni Association
• Resolution for a lease agreement with K3 Holdings LLC

The council approved a lease agreement with K3 Holdings LLC, allowing 75 new hourly parking spaces to open after garage improvements. The council also tabled two resolutions: one to sell two police vehicles to the Easton Area School District and another for a right‑of‑way encroachment agreement with the Alpha Phi Omega Alumni Association. The agenda and the June 25, 2025 meeting minutes were approved earlier in the session.

• Approved lease agreement with K3 Holdings LLC (yeas 6, nays 0) – Resolution 116‑2025
• Tabled resolution to sell two police vehicles to Easton Area School District (yeas 6, nays 0)
• Tabled right‑of‑way encroachment agreement with Alpha Phi Omega Alumni Association (yeas 6, nays 0)
• Approved agenda (yeas 7, nays 0)
• Approved June 25, 2025 meeting minutes (yeas 6, nays 0, abstain 1)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to consider a land development and special exception request for a multifamily project. The body will also discuss its internal procedures.

• Land Development/Special Exception for a multifamily project at 1018 W Nesquehoning Street
• Discussion regarding Planning Commission Procedures

The commission approved its agenda and the minutes from the May 7 meeting with minor changes. It then granted a conditional final approval for the multifamily development at 1018 W Nesquehoning Street. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved agenda (all in favor)
• Approved minutes from May 7, 2025 (all in favor)
• Granted conditional final approval for 1018 W Nesquehoning St multifamily project (all in favor)

Environmental Advisory Council

The Environmental Advisory Council will receive updates on city greenspaces, transportation, and sustainability. The body will discuss methods for providing comments to the City Council and Planning Commission.

• Reports on Nature Nurture Center / CAP Task Force
• Updates on City Urban Forestry
• Updates on Waste & Recycling
• Discussion on making comments to City Council and Planning Commission

The council approved the use of MailChimp for EAC communications with a 4‑0 vote. They also voted to admit Brandon Sullivan as an associate member, also 4‑0. Both motions were passed unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 7:36 PM.

• Agenda approved (4-0)
• June meeting minutes approved (4-0)
• MailChimp use approved for EAC communications (4-0)
• Brandon Sullivan voted in as associate member (4-0)
• Adjournment approved (4-0)

City Council

City Council will vote on CDBG funding and the appointment of Frank Pintabone to the Home Easton Board. The body is also reviewing several Certificates of Appropriateness for downtown properties and grant applications for red light enforcement and technical assistance.

• Resolution accepting a $6,500,000 Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program Grant
• Resolution to make Sebring Street one-way south for approximately one year for Nurture Nature Center construction
• Certificates of Appropriateness for 13 S 5th St, 27 S. 3rd St, 123 S. 3rd St, 158-60 S. 3rd St, 115-19 Northampton St, 245-51 Northampton St, 16 Centre Square, and 35 N. 5th St
• Resolution authorizing application for PennDot Automated Red Light Enforcement Grant
• Agreement between City of Easton and Northampton County for HUD Community Block Grant

The council unanimously approved its agenda and the June 11, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved nine Certificates of Appropriateness on the consent agenda. Additionally, it adopted several resolutions authorizing grant applications, a one‑way street change, and accepting a $6.5 million redevelopment assistance grant, each with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved agenda (5‑0)
• Approved June 11 minutes (5‑0)
• Approved nine Certificates of Appropriateness (5‑0)
• Authorized PennDOT automated red‑light enforcement grant application (5‑0)
• Authorized technical assistance grant application (5‑0)
• Approved one‑way Sebring Street change for construction (5‑0)
• Accepted $6.5 million Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program grant (5‑0)
• Approved HUD Community Block Grant agreement with Northampton County (5‑0)

Zoning Hearing Board

The Zoning Hearing Board will consider several variance requests for residential construction, signage, and solar panels. The board will also hear a contest regarding a zoning interpretation for parking spaces on Cattell Street.

• Contest of zoning decision for seven parking spaces at 17 Cattell Street
• Variances for driveway width and parking size for three homes at 504 Centre St
• Variances for window coverage and signage at 1 S 3rd St
• Variances for sign square footage and two banner signs at 248 N 3rd St
• Variance for solar panel roof placement at 183 E Nesquehoning St

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to receive a report from the Chief Health Administrator and review health officer approved applications. The meeting also includes a review of permit holders who have moved.

• Report of Chief Health Administrator
• Health Officer Approved Applications
• Review of Permit Holders Who Moved

The Board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the April 10 meeting. It approved a designated handicap parking space for Olga Bulted. The Board also voted to cancel the scheduled July and August meetings.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved April 10 minutes (2-0-1)
• Approved handicap parking for Olga Bulted (3-0)
• Approved cancellation of July and August meetings (3-0)

City Council

City Council will discuss unfinished business including marijuana decriminalization and a loading zone on S. 4th Street. The body will also consider several new lease and service agreements for city facilities and pool operations.

• Bill No. 61: Adding Chapter 581 – Marijuana Decriminalization
• Bill No. 63: Ordinance for a loading/unloading zone on S. 4th Street
• Lease agreement between the City of Easton and Miss Melanie Yoga, LLC
• Service agreements with Authorize.net, Easton Aquatics Club, and Blue Eagle Swim Team
• Salary and wages for City Hall Security Unarmed and Chief Health Administrator II/Health Inspector

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will hear new applications for signage and roof work at several downtown locations. The body will also review old business regarding a building sign and porch removal.

• 60 Centre Sq.: proposal to install a building sign
• 13 S 5th St.: proposal to replace the roof
• 27 S 3rd St Ste 101: proposals for building, window, awning, and blade signage
• 123 S 3rd St.: proposal by City of Easton to install a removable neon sign
• 35 N 5th St.: proposal to remove a rear rotted porch

The commission approved the May 12 minutes without dissent. It unanimously adopted a Certificate of Appropriateness for the roof replacement at 13 S 5th St, requiring a slate condition report before any slate removal. It also unanimously approved new building, window, awning and blade signage for Amigos Mexican Grill at 27 S 3rd St Ste 101. No motion was recorded for the ZEN signage proposal.

• Approved May 12, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved roof replacement at 13 S 5th St with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Amigos Mexican Grill signage at 27 S 3rd St Ste 101 (unanimous)

Environmental Advisory Council

The Environmental Advisory Council will meet to receive updates on urban forestry, sustainability, and waste. The body will discuss ongoing business regarding salt usage and new business concerning composting.

• Reports on Nature Nurture Center / CAP Task Force
• Waste & Recycling update
• City Urban Forestry update
• Discussion on salt usage and collaboration with other EACs
• Discussion on compost

The council voted 5‑0 to approve the May meeting minutes. The meeting was then adjourned by a 3‑0‑0 vote. No other formal actions or approvals were recorded; the remainder of the session consisted of reports and discussion topics.

• Approved May meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0-0)

City Council

Easton City Council will hold its regular meeting on May 28, 2025. The body will act on nine certificates of appropriateness for exterior changes at properties across the city, and decide on three ordinances including new 15-minute pickup parking at MHK Family Market and revised parking-garage fees. Council will also consider several grant applications and new local laws, including a marijuana decriminalization ordinance and a landlord/tenant training program.

• Nine certificates of appropriateness for 41 W. Maple St, 33 N. 5th St, 332-36 Spring Garden St, 42 N. 2nd St, 27 S. 3rd St, 322-38 Northampton St, 33 S. 6th St, 18-24 S. 3rd St, and 538-40 Northampton St
• Bill No. 57 – 15-minute pickup parking at MHK Family Market, 472 Northampton Street
• Bill No. 58 – Amend Chapter 285 parking-garage fee schedule
• Bill No. 59 – Encroachment agreement for EV charging station at 205 Reeder St
• Bill No. 61 – Add Chapter 581: Marijuana decriminalization ordinance

The council adopted Bill No. 57 allowing 15‑minute parking at 472 Northampton St., amended garage fee rules with Bill No. 58, and approved an encroachment agreement for an EV charging station with Bill No. 59. It also authorized multiple grant applications, including a $90,000 fire‑department capital grant and funding for mixed‑use housing, the Grow NORCO program, and watershed restoration.

• Approved Bill No. 57 (15‑min parking at 472 Northampton St.) (7‑0)
• Approved Bill No. 58 (amended Chapter 285 parking garage fees) (7‑0)
• Approved Bill No. 59 (EV charging station encroachment at 205 Reeder St.) (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution 85‑2025 (grant application for mixed‑use housing pilot) (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution 86‑2025 (authorizing $90,000 fire department capital grant) (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution 87‑2025 (authorizing Grow NORCO program application) (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution 88‑2025 (authorizing Watershed Restoration grant application) (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution 90‑2025 (job description for City Hall lobby security) (7‑0)

Redevelopment Authority

The Easton Redevelopment Authority will hold its monthly meeting to discuss open issues, new business, and old business items including a property sale and a cooperation agreement. A staff report and public comment period are also scheduled.

• Addendum to Agreement of Sale of 322 Coal Street
• Cooperation Agreement Between Home Easton and the Redevelopment Authority

Zoning Hearing Board

The Zoning Hearing Board will consider several variance and special exception requests for properties in the Downtown, Westward, and Southside districts. Decisions will be made regarding signage, automotive repair, and gaming amusements.

• Variance for automotive repair and off-street parking at 52 S Warren St
• Variance for additional signage at 100-116 Northampton St (Clever Girl Winery)
• Special exception for retail specialty use at 437-39 Northampton St
• Variances for accessory amusements at 742 W Berwick St and 668 Northampton Str
• Variance for solar panel installation at 153 W Wilkes Barre Street

City Council

City Council will discuss ordinances regarding parking garage fees and a new permit parking program. The body is also reviewing encroachment agreements for handrails and an electric vehicle charging station.

• Bill No. 55: Ordinance approving a Permit Parking Program
• Bill No. 58: Ordinance amending Chapter 285 Parking Garage Fees
• Bill No. 59: Encroachment Agreement for EV Charging Station at 205 Reeder St
• Bill No. 56: Encroachment Agreement for handrails at 27 South Third Street
• Resolution approving lease/purchase for Fire Department radios

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will hold a public hearing on 11 applications for changes to properties in the historic district, including roof and window replacements, new signage, and a proposed street extension and patio at 322-38 Northampton St. The commission will also consider approval of prior meeting minutes and old business.

• Proposal to extend Bank St and front patios at 322-38 Northampton St (Pomeroy Development LP)
• Roof and window replacement at 41 W Maple St (applicant Eric Davis)
• New signage at 27 S 3rd St (City Center Investment Corp)
• New outdoor dining patio and retaining wall at 538-40 Northampton St (New Leaf Reverside LLC)
• Installation of a hanging sign at 42 N 2nd St (Rachel Meicke)

The Historic District Commission unanimously approved certificates of appropriateness for a one‑story addition at 41 W Maple St, for dormer window repair and a Juliet balcony at 33 N 5th St, and for gutter, downspout, fence and siding repairs at 332‑36 Spring Garden St. The commission also unanimously approved the minutes from the April 14, 2025 meeting.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for one‑story addition at 41 W Maple St (unanimous)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for dormer window repair and Juliet balcony at 33 N 5th St (unanimous)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for gutter, downspout, fence and siding repairs at 332‑36 Spring Garden St (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 14, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Easton Planning Commission will consider three land-use applications: a special exception for retail at 437-439 Northampton Street, a land development plan for a McDonald's at 300 Larry Holmes Drive, and a land development plan for a warehouse at 1525 Wood Avenue. The commission will also discuss its own procedures.

• 437-439 Northampton Street – Special Exception for Retail Specialty
• 300 Larry Holmes Drive – Land Development for McDonald's
• 1525 Wood Avenue – Land Development for a Warehouse
• Discussion – Planning Commission Procedures

The commission approved its agenda and the minutes from the April 2 meeting. It accepted the staff recommendation to grant a special exception for 437‑439 Northampton Street. It also accepted the staff recommendation granting conditional final approval for the new McDonald’s at 300 Larry Holmes Drive. The decision on the warehouse at 1525 Wood Avenue was postponed to the July meeting.

• Approved agenda (all in favor)
• Approved minutes from April 2, 2025 (all in favor)
• Accepted staff recommendation to grant special exception for 437‑439 Northampton St (all in favor)
• Accepted staff recommendation granting conditional final approval for McDonald’s at 300 Larry Holmes Dr (all in favor)
• Postponed decision on 1525 Wood Ave warehouse to July meeting
• Moved planning‑commission procedures item to next month’s meeting

Environmental Advisory Council

The Environmental Advisory Council will hear reports on greenspaces, transportation, waste/recycling, urban forestry, and Lafayette updates. Continuing business includes updates on the 2024 annual report, Wilson Warehouse, and zoning changes. New business covers a Blue Zones/West Ward Cleanup Incentive Plan and collaboration on salt usage with other EACs. Public comments will be taken.

• Reports from Nature Nurture Center / CAP Task Force
• Discussion of zoning changes (continuing business)
• Wilson Warehouse update
• Blue Zones / West Ward Cleanup Incentive Plan
• Salt usage collaboration with other EACs

The council approved the May meeting minutes (5‑0). It adopted a draft letter to the Planning Commission about the Wilson Warehouse project. It also approved a student membership position description and added MailChimp to the agenda. Additional items such as Blue Zone tokens and a motion to table other topics were approved.

• Approved May meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved draft Wilson Warehouse letter (unanimous)
• Approved student membership position description (unanimous)
• Approved adding MailChimp to agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Blue Zone token support for farmers markets (unanimous)
• Tabled Salt Usage and other items except Wilson Warehouse discussion (unanimous)
• Tabled zoning changes discussion for future meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Easton City Council will consider a permit parking program for residents on Bushkill Drive and N. Delaware Drive (Bill No. 55). Also up for a vote are ordinances for a 15-minute parking space at A-Z Convenience Store and amending the ARPA budget, plus resolutions for a sewer/water grant application, design services on Knox and Cattell streets, an extension for development at 40 S. 6th Street, and a sub-lease between the Neighborhood Center and a credit union. The consent agenda includes eleven certificates of appropriateness for addresses throughout the city.

• Bill No. 55 – Ordinance to create a permit parking program on Bushkill Drive and N. Delaware Drive
• Bill No. 53 – Ordinance adding a 15-minute parking space at A-Z Convenience Store, 393 W. Berwick St.
• Bill No. 54 – Ordinance amending the 2025 ARPA budget to include additional accounts
• Resolution to apply for PA Small Sewer and Water Grant
• Resolution approving a 6-month extension to developer agreement with AVR VII, Inc for 40 S. 6th Street

The Easton City Council approved the meeting agenda and minutes, then approved Certificates of Appropriateness for 12 properties. Council denied a proposed 15‑minute parking space at 393 W. Berwick St. and unanimously approved an amendment to the 2025 ARPA budget. Several resolutions were also approved, authorizing a grant application, engineering design services, and a sub‑lease for the neighborhood center.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved April 9 minutes (7-0)
• Approved Certificates of Appropriateness for 12 properties (7-0)
• Denied Bill No. 53 – 15‑minute parking space at 393 W. Berwick St. (2-5)
• Approved Bill No. 54 – amendment to 2025 ARPA Budget adding two accounts (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 58‑2025 authorizing DCED to apply for PA Small Sewer and Water Grant (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 59‑2025 agreement with WK2 Engineers for design services on Knox Ave and Cattell St (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 61‑2025 sub‑lease with First Commonwealth Federal Credit Union (7-0)

City Council

City Council will receive presentations on business recruitment strategy and survey results. The meeting includes a discussion on the wild and scenic designation for the Delaware River and a quarterly finance update.

• Business Recruitment Strategy Update and Survey Results
• Wild and scenic designation for the Delaware River
• Finance Quarterly update

Zoning Hearing Board

The Easton Zoning Hearing Board will hear five new requests for special exceptions and variances, plus a continued case from 2024. Decisions will be made on proposed dwellings, an accessory structure, an educational service use, signage, and solar panels.

• Albert Navarro: special exception for dwelling and variance for front-loaded parking at 416 Spring Garden Street.
• Caitlin Laskey/Michael McGuire: special exception for large accessory structure and variances for detached garage at 165 Parker Ave.
• David Robertson/Feiner Investments LLC: special exception for educational service use at 913 Northampton Street.
• Andrew Christie/149 Labrador Holdings LLC: variances for four signs and total signage area at 149-51 Northampton Street.
• Roland Belles/Juan Infante: variance for solar panels at 153 W Wilkes Barre Street.

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposal by McDonald's Corporation to demolish and rebuild the building at 300 Larry Holmes Dr. Commissioners will also consider 12 new applications for window replacements, signage, and facade alterations at historic properties. The meeting includes approval of the March 10, 2025 minutes and a review of the HDC process.

• Old business: McDonald's Corporation proposal to demolish and rebuild at 300 Larry Holmes Dr
• 327 Spring Garden St: proposal to replace windows, fence, and repair deck posts
• 125 Spring Garden St: proposal to install decorative hood above front door
• 1 S 3rd St: Lafayette College proposal to install upper window signage
• 42 S 3rd St: Mesa Modern Mexican proposal to replace front door and mural on front 2nd floor facade

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the March 10, 2025 meeting. It approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a new garbage container enclosure on Pine St. It approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for window, fence and deck‑post repairs at 327 Spring Garden St. It approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a decorative door hood and related roofing and gutter work at 125 Spring Garden St, contingent on scaled drawings.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for garbage container enclosure on Pine St (unanimous)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for window, fence and deck‑post repairs at 327 Spring Garden St (unanimous)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for decorative door hood, roofing and gutter work at 125 Spring Garden St, pending scaled drawings (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from the March 10, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Board approved the meeting agenda and the March 13 minutes by unanimous vote. It then approved handicap parking applications for Marsha Haggerty (1075 Bushkill Dr.) and Yurdagul Kivanc (524 McKeen St.) with all three members voting aye. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Agenda approved (3-0)
• March 13 minutes approved (3-0)
• Handicap parking for Marsha Haggerty approved (3-0)
• Handicap parking for Yurdagul Kivanc approved (3-0)

City Council

The Easton City Council will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including a budget amendment to fund replacement of access and security systems at City Hall, authorization to purchase a dump truck and a hybrid pickup for the Public Works Department, and an agreement with Intrepid Fiber Networks. Also up for action are ordinances to add a 15-minute parking space on W. Berwick Street and to amend the 2025 ARPA budget. The meeting includes reports from committees, the City Solicitor, Mayor, and City Administrator.

• Bill No. 52 – Ordinance amending the 2025 budget to re-appropriate funds for replacing access and security systems in City Hall
• Resolution authorizing Public Works to purchase a medium-duty dump truck for the Highway Department
• Resolution approving an agreement with Xavier Landscape and Design for rehab of Nesquehoning Memorial Park
• Resolution approving an agreement with Intrepid Fiber Networks
• Bill No. 53 – Ordinance adding a 15-minute parking space for drop off/pick up at A-Z Convenience Store, 393 W. Berwick Street

The council approved a budget amendment to re‑appropriate funds for City Hall security upgrades. It also re‑appointed members of city authorities, boards and commissions. Three procurement resolutions were adopted to buy a dump truck, a hybrid pickup, and to contract landscape and fiber services. All votes were 7‑0 in favor.

• Approved budget re‑appropriation for City Hall security systems (7-0)
• Re‑appointed members of authorities, boards and commissions (7-0)
• Authorized purchase of a medium‑duty dump truck for the Highway Department (7-0)
• Authorized purchase of a hybrid pickup truck for the Engineering Bureau (7-0)
• Approved agreement with Xavier Landscape & Design for Nesquehoning Memorial Park rehab (7-0)
• Amended 2025 Salary and Wage Purchase Manager Salary (7-0)
• Approved agreement with Intrepid Fiber Networks (7-0)
• Introduced Bill No. 53 for a 15‑minute parking space at 393 W. Berwick St (ordered for adoption)

City Council

The City Council is holding a committee meeting to conduct discussions. The agenda includes a presentation to council and a discussion with Taiba Sultana regarding the protection of immigrant communities in the city.

• Discussion with Taiba Sultana on protecting immigrant communities

Planning Commission

The Easton Planning Commission will consider four special exception applications for properties on Spring Garden Street, Parker Avenue, and Northampton Street, along with a plan amendment for W. Berwick Street and a zoning amendments resolution. These items involve land-use requests such as a single-family dwelling, a large accessory structure, and an educational service. No dollar amounts are specified in the agenda.

• 416 Spring Garden Street – Special Exception for a Single Family
• 165 Parker Avenue – Special Exception for a Large Accessory Structure
• 913 Northampton Street – Special Exception for an Educational Service
• Plan Amendment for 1002 W Berwick Street
• Zoning Amendments Resolution

Environmental Advisory Council

The Environmental Advisory Council will review reports on greenspaces, transportation, and waste. The body is discussing the 2024 Annual Report and planning for April Earth Day and Arbor Day cleanups.

• 2024 Annual Report and presentation to Council
• Wilson Warehouse Letter
• April Earth Day and Arbor Day cleanups
• Zoning updates

The council approved the meeting agenda with a 4‑0 vote and approved the March meeting minutes also 4‑0. The discussion on how to manage volunteers was tabled for the next meeting. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved March meeting minutes (4-0)
• Tabled volunteer-management discussion (no vote recorded)

City Council

Easton City Council will hear a presentation from Hologram Zoo and vote on a five-year lease with the operator. Unfinished business includes two budget-related ordinances. New business features agreements for a developer project, YMCA pool management, sewer work on Phillips Street, and a grant application for a bike park, plus an amendment to fund City Hall security upgrades.

• Five-year lease between City and 28Fortune LLC d/b/a Hologram Zoo Lehigh Valley (Bill No. 50)
• Ordinance detailing 2025 budget funds (Bill No. 51)
• Developer agreement with Larry Holmes Drive Associates
• Agreement with YMCA for 2025 pool season management
• Resolution authorizing grant application for Hackett Park Bike Park

The Easton City Council approved the meeting agenda and minutes unanimously. It then approved a consent agenda of Certificates of Appropriateness for several properties. The council voted 7‑0 to adopt a five‑year lease with Hologram Zoo Lehigh Valley and to pass a series of resolutions authorizing various contracts and agreements, including budget funding, civil‑service appointments, development, recreation, grant, and infrastructure projects.

• Approved five‑year lease with Hologram Zoo Lehigh Valley (Bill No. 50) (7‑0)
• Approved budget‑funding ordinance (Bill No. 51) (7‑0)
• Approved civil service board appointments (Resolution 45‑2025) (7‑0)
• Approved developer agreement with Larry Holmes Drive Associates (Resolution 46‑2025) (7‑0)
• Approved YMCA management services for 2025 pool season (Resolution 47‑2025) (7‑0)
• Approved grant agreement with D&L National Heritage Corridor (Resolution 48‑2025) (7‑0)
• Approved sanitary‑sewer agreement with JNS Excavating and Paving (Resolution 49‑2025) (7‑0)
• Approved agreement with Gannett Fleming for design services (Resolution 50‑2025) (7‑0)

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority of Easton will hold its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes approval of minutes and bills from February, public comment, and a projects report. New business includes a discussion on the disposition of real estate. No specific properties or dollar amounts are listed.

• Approval of February 2025 minutes
• Approval of February 2025 bills
• Projects report
• Disposition of real estate discussion

Zoning Hearing Board

The Easton Zoning Hearing Board will hear seven variance requests at its March 17 meeting. The largest proposal is from Cole Garcia/Easton Housing Authority for multiple variances to rehabilitate an existing structure and build an addition, creating 45 one-bedroom units at 1022 Northampton St. Other requests include a parking lot at 40 S Warren St, driveway extensions, and conversions of a bed-and-breakfast and an office building. The board will also consider a beer garden parking variance.

• Cole Garcia/Easton Housing Authority: variances for 45-unit apartment rehab and addition at 1022 Northampton St.
• Cole Garcia/Easton Housing Authority: variances for a 22-space parking lot at 40 S Warren St.
• Amr Asran: variance for impervious lot coverage over 50% to extend driveway at 109 Highpoint Ln.
• Chad Danner: special exception and variances for large accessory structure and driveway at 116 Palmer St.
• Jeff Martinson/Quantfinance LLC: variances to convert office to 5 apartments at 222 Spring Garden St.

Board of Health

This is a standard Board of Health meeting with no substantive decisions or discussions listed. The agenda includes call to order, approval of minutes, a report from the chief health administrator, and routine business such as health officer applications and permit holder moves.

• Meeting consists only of procedural items; no specific rezonings, contracts, or ordinances.

The Easton Board of Health denied two applications for exclusive handicapped parking spaces, one for Max Rodriguez at 661 Walnut St. and one for Donna Doklan at 323 S. 13th St. Both denials were unanimous. The board also approved the agenda and minutes, and heard a report from the health officer.

• Denied Max Rodriguez's handicapped parking application (4-0)
• Denied Donna Doklan's handicapped parking application (4-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved February 13, 2025 minutes (4-0)

City Council

The Easton City Council will hold a stated session on March 12, 2025, featuring the Mayor's State of the City presentation. Key decisions include a new ordinance on marijuana possession and use (Bill No. 46), a five-year lease with Hologram Zoo Lehigh Valley (Bill No. 50), and fund allocations for the 2025 budget (Bill No. 51). Resolutions concern outdoor dining guidelines, a park acquisition project, sewer pipe relining, equipment financing for emergency services, and the purchase of a fire pumper truck.

• Bill No. 46 – Ordinance adding Chapter 581 on the use and possession of marijuana
• Bill No. 50 – Five-year lease between the city and 28Fortunwe LLC d/b/a Hologram Zoo Lehigh Valley
• Resolution for Community Conservation Partnerships Program grant for Easton Highline Acquisition Project
• Resolution authorizing Insituform to re-line storm sewer pipes under the 800-900 blocks of Lehigh Street
• Resolution authorizing equipment lease line of credit for fire, police, public works and purchase of 2029 Pierce Enforcer Pumper

Council denied Bill No. 46, which would have added Chapter 581 on marijuana use and possession, after a motion to table failed 3-4. The vote was 3 yeas, 3 nays, with one abstention. Council also approved several resolutions, including an outdoor dining program, a fire truck purchase, and an equipment lease line of credit.

• Denied marijuana decriminalization ordinance (3-3, 1 abstention)
• Approved permanent easement to EAJSA for sewage pumping main (7-0)
• Approved outdoor dining program guidelines (7-0)
• Approved resolution to apply for C2P2 grant for Highline Acquisition Project (7-0)
• Approved storm sewer pipe relining under Lehigh Street (7-0)
• Approved EAJSA reserving 31 parking spaces on Larry Holmes Drive (7-0)
• Approved equipment lease line of credit for Fire, Police, Public Works (7-0)
• Approved purchase of 2029 Pierce Enforcer Pumper fire truck (7-0)

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will meet to hear new applications for property alterations within the historic district. The body will decide on proposals ranging from roof replacements to signage and structural repairs.

• 252 Spring Garden St: Proposal to replace rooftop deck and railing
• 212 S 5th St: Proposal to approve a previously installed front deck
• 33 N 5th St: Proposal to replace roof
• 428-30 Northampton St: Proposal to install signs
• 28 N 3rd St: Proposal to repair brick at front stoop

The Historic District Commission unanimously approved all seven applications for Certificates of Appropriateness, covering rooftop deck replacement, a previously installed front deck, step and railing work, brick repair, shed removal, sign installation, and roof replacement. Conditions were attached to several approvals, including foundation requirements for the deck at 212 S 5th St and specific material and color changes for the roof at 33 N 5th St.

• Approved rooftop deck and railing replacement at 252 Spring Garden St (unanimous)
• Approved previously installed front deck at 212 S 5th St with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved protective railing, step replacement, and handrail at 207-25 Church St (unanimous)
• Approved brick repair at 28 N 3rd St with repointing requirement (unanimous)
• Approved shed removal and fence replacement at 338 Spring Garden St (unanimous)
• Approved sign installation at 428-30 Northampton St (unanimous)
• Approved roof replacement at 33 N 5th St with GAF Slateline shingles (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Easton Planning Commission will meet to consider a special exception for a structure at 116 Palmer Street and land development for a two-family home at 635 Line Street. The commission will also hold a discussion regarding zoning amendments.

• Special Exception for a Large Accessory Structure at 116 Palmer Street
• Land Development for a Two-Family home at 635 Line Street
• Discussion on Zoning Amendments

The Easton Planning Commission voted 3-1 to recommend granting a special exception for a large accessory structure at 116 Palmer Street, with Commissioner Graziano dissenting. The commission also granted conditional final approval for a two-family building at 635 Line Street. A zoning amendments discussion raised questions about height limits, parking, ADUs, and fraternity/sorority regulations, but no formal action was taken.

• Recommended granting special exception for large accessory structure at 116 Palmer Street (3-1)
• Granted conditional final approval for two-family building at 635 Line Street (unanimous)
• Approved agenda
• Approved minutes from February 5, 2025

Environmental Advisory Council

The Environmental Advisory Council will review the 2024 Annual Report and a letter regarding the Wilson Warehouse. The body will also discuss upcoming zoning changes and plan future sessions for visioning and composting.

• 2024 Annual Report
• Wilson Warehouse Letter
• Upcoming zoning changes
• April Compost Session
• Visioning Session

The Easton Environmental Advisory Council approved its agenda and February meeting minutes, both 4-0. Members heard reports on upcoming events (Youth Climate Summit, ArborFest, cleanups), discussed volunteer sign-up tools, and received updates on city forestry, including a new ornamental tree lighting ordinance. No formal policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational and planning-focused.

• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved February meeting minutes (4-0)
• Discussed volunteer sign-up tools (Signup Genius, MailChimp) but took no formal action
• Noted ornamental tree lighting ordinance passed by city
• Planned EAC cleanup for first Saturday in April and April 25 at Scott Park
• Agreed no Visioning meeting needed at this time
• Scheduled 2024 Annual Report presentation to City Council for March 26
• Deferred Wilson Warehouse letter to April meeting

City Council

Easton City Council will consider multiple ordinances and resolutions at its February 26 stated session. Unfinished business includes bills on shade trees, a 20-year contract with Safe Harbor, and construction requirements. New business features resolutions for a Keystone Historic Preservation Grant, a trail agreement with Trust for Public Lands, and ordinances on marijuana possession, rental fees, and landlord engagement. The meeting also includes consent agenda items for certificates of appropriateness at several properties.

• Bill No. 46 – Ordinance adding Chapter 581 on use and possession of marijuana
• Bill No. 43 – Ordinance approving a 20-year contract between the City of Easton and Safe Harbor
• Resolution authorizing DCED to apply for a Keystone Historic Preservation Grant
• Bill No. 45 – Ordinance granting permanent easement to EAJSA for new sewage pumping main
• Consent agenda: Certificates of Appropriateness for 149-51 Northampton St., 252 Spring Garden St., 25 N. 2nd St., and 131 Spring Garden St.

City Council

The City Council committee is meeting to receive presentations on two specific topics. Members will discuss a Landlord Engagement Program and the issue of marijuana possession.

• Presentation on Landlord Engagement Program
• Presentation on marijuana possession

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority of Easton is meeting to discuss its budget, federal funding for operations, and a loan for Kaplan. The board is also considering a resolution to expand the Fiscal Technician position to 25 hours per week.

• Resolution 2025-01 to expand Fiscal Technician position to 25 hours per week
• Discussion of RDA Budget and Federal Funding for RDA Operations
• Discussion of Kaplan Loan
• Landlord Training Presentation
• Review of January 2025 bills totaling $280,521.70

Zoning Hearing Board

The Zoning Hearing Board will consider a single application from LAJP Investments LLC for a special exception and multiple variances to convert a mixed-use building at 1229 Butler Street to all commercial use. The requested variances address substandard lot width (18 feet), lot area (2,160 sq ft), side yard setback (less than 5 feet), and elimination of off-street parking.

• LAJP Investments LLC requests special exception under Section 595-25(C)(14) and variances for lot dimensions and parking to convert 1229 Butler Street from mixed-use to all commercial.

Board of Health

The Easton Board of Health is meeting for a standard agenda including roll call, approval of minutes, and reports. New business items are listed but contain no specific details. The meeting is largely procedural.

• Report of Chief Health Administrator
• Health Officer Approved Applications (no details provided)
• Permit Holders Who Moved (no details provided)
• Citizen Right to Be Heard

The Easton Board of Health approved two handicapped parking space applications: one for Amira Colon at 1139 Spruce St. and one for Anita Smith at 14 S. 14th St. Both were approved unanimously. The board also discussed a prior applicant relocating to 1031 Washington St. and indicated it would be acceptable for the health officer to approve the new spot without a new application.

• Approved handicapped parking space for Amira Colon, 1139 Spruce St. (unanimous)
• Approved handicapped parking space for Anita Smith, 14 S. 14th St. (unanimous)
• Agreed to allow health officer to approve relocated applicant's new spot at 1031 Washington St. without new application

City Council

The Easton City Council will hold a public hearing on transferring a liquor license to Sai Easton LLC and consider several ordinances and resolutions. Key decisions include approving a 20-year contract with Safe Harbor, authorizing the sale of city property at 101 Kleinhans St, amending fee schedules and budgets, naming a dog park in Scott Park, and applying for state grants.

• Bill No. 43 – 20-year contract between the City of Easton and Safe Harbor
• Resolution approving transfer of liquor license to Sai Easton LLC
• Bill No. 38 – Agreement of Sale for property at 101 Kleinhans St
• Resolution naming dog park at Scott Park as the Daniel E. Cohen Park
• Bill No. 39 – Amending Chapter 285 Fees

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will hold a public hearing on five new applications, including a proposal to construct a new single-family residence on an empty lot at 416 Spring Garden Street. Other proposals include signage, an awning, a third-floor addition, and roof windows. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and old business.

• 149-51 Northampton St – signage and awning (applicant: 149 Labrador Holdings LLC)
• 252 Spring Garden St – signage (applicant: L&P DiMarco Holdings LLC)
• 416 Spring Garden St – new single-family residence on empty lot (applicants: Albery & Laura Navarro)
• 25 N 2nd St – third-floor addition to rear of building (applicant: Shekari Farshid)
• 131 Spring Garden St – two hinged roof windows (applicant: Clay Mitman II)

The Historic District Commission approved four Certificates of Appropriateness: signage and awning at 149-51 Northampton St, signage at 252 Spring Garden St, a third-floor addition at 25 N 2nd St, and two roof windows at 131 Spring Garden St. A proposal for a new single-family residence at 416 Spring Garden St was tabled for further consultation. All approvals were unanimous, with one abstention on the roof windows item.

• Approved signage and awning at 149-51 Northampton St (unanimous)
• Approved signage at 252 Spring Garden St (unanimous)
• Approved 3rd floor addition at 25 N 2nd St (unanimous)
• Approved 2 roof windows at 131 Spring Garden St (unanimous, 1 abstention)
• Tabled new house construction at 416 Spring Garden St

Planning Commission

The Easton Planning Commission will consider two items at this meeting: a special exception application for a daycare center at 1229 Butler Street and a lot consolidation at 508 Canal Street. The commission will also hold a public comment period and approve previous meeting minutes.

• 1229 Butler Street – Special Exception for a Daycare Center
• 508 Canal Street – Lot Consolidation

The Easton Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend granting a special exception for a daycare center at 1229 Butler Street to the Zoning Hearing Board. The commission also granted conditional final approval for a lot consolidation at 508 Canal Street to support a housing application. Both decisions were made with all members in favor.

• Recommended special exception for daycare at 1229 Butler St. (unanimous)
• Granted conditional final approval for lot consolidation at 508 Canal St. (unanimous)

Environmental Advisory Council

The Environmental Advisory Council will meet to review reports from various task forces and committees. The body will discuss the 2024 Annual Report and upcoming zoning changes.

• 2024 Annual Report
• Wilson Warehouse Letter
• Upcoming zoning changes
• Reports on Nature Nurture Center / CAP Task Force, Greenspaces, Transportation, Waste & Recycling, and City Urban Forestry

The Easton Environmental Advisory Council approved the February meeting minutes and the 2024 annual report, both by 5-0 votes. The council discussed updates on the Climate Action Plan, composting collaborations, and greenspace ordinance amendments, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved February meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved 2024 annual report (5-0)

City Council

Easton City Council will consider multiple resolutions and ordinances, including the sale of city-owned property at 101 Kleinhans St, amendments to the city fee schedule, and a license agreement with Intrepid for fiber networks. The meeting also includes the swearing-in of two new police officers and recognition of retiring officers. Committee reports include an update on Met-Ed.

• Resolution approving sale of property at 101 Kleinhans St to Redevelopment Authority
• Bill amending Chapter 285 – Fees (fee schedule changes)
• Resolution approving license agreement with Intrepid for fiber networks
• Resolution approving proposal from HDR Engineering for environmental cleanup at former Easton Iron & Metal site
• Resolution denying certificate of appropriateness for 300 Larry Holmes Drive

Easton City Council approved a resolution to apply for $469,792 in PADCED HOME funds for income-eligible homeowner improvements in the West Ward and Southside. The council also approved resolutions for a new contract with Blabbermouth Communications, an agreement with Constellation New Energy, and a proposal for environmental cleanup oversight at the former Easton Iron and Metal site. Several ordinances were introduced for future adoption, including the sale of 101 Kleinhans Street to the Redevelopment Authority. The meeting included a lengthy public comment period regarding the city's eminent domain action on the Hooper House, but no decision was made on that matter.

• Approved PADCED HOME funds application for $469,792 (7-0)
• Approved annual contract with Blabbermouth Communications (7-0)
• Approved agreement with Constellation New Energy Inc. (7-0)
• Approved HDR Engineering proposal for environmental cleanup oversight (7-0)
• Approved Pennoni Associates evaluation work for Hooper House (7-0)
• Approved Traffic Planning and Design redesign of Bushkill and Pearl Streets (7-0)
• Approved resolutions for handicap parking spaces at 871 Cattell St, 433 W. Wilkes Barre St, and 614 Pardee St (7-0 each)
• Introduced Bill 38 for sale of 101 Kleinshans St to Redevelopment Authority

City Council

The City Council heard a presentation from Intrepid Fiber via Zoom regarding a resolution scheduled for the January 22 agenda. The council also discussed absenteeism as a committee discussion item. No votes or decisions were taken at this committee meeting.

• Intrepid Fiber presentation via Zoom (resolution on January 22 agenda)
• Committee discussion on absenteeism

Zoning Hearing Board

The Zoning Hearing Board will consider variance and special exception requests for two residential properties. A request regarding a mixed-use building at 70 North 4th Street has been postponed until March.

• Request for accessory structure side yard variance and 6-foot fence special exception at 208 Vista Dr
• Request for side yard setback variance and front-of-dwelling shed variance at 665 Spring Garden St
• Postponed: Six-story mixed-use building proposal with 43 apartments and 1,190 sq ft of commercial space at 70 North 4th Street

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority of Easton will discuss real estate disposition, a revision to the GEDP/Vagabond loan agreement, and amended employment terms for a program specialist. New business items include an electronic funds transfer for utility bills and a memorandum of understanding for HOME Easton. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and bills from prior months.

• Real Estate Disposition Discussion
• Revision of GEDP/Vagabond Loan Administration Agreement Terms
• Amended Employment Terms for RDA Program Specialist
• HOME Easton Memorandum of Understanding
• Electronic Funds Transfer for Utility Bills

Planning Commission

The Easton Planning Commission will meet to reorganize its membership and set 2025 meeting dates. The body will consider a special exception for a fence at 208 Vista Drive and receive a presentation on the Annual Comprehensive Plan.

• Special Exception for a fence at 208 Vista Drive
• Annual Comprehensive Plan Presentation
• Reorganization of the Easton Planning Commission
• Proposed 2025 meeting dates

The Easton Planning Commission reorganized, electing Dr. Ken Greene as Chairman and Hubert Etchison as Vice-Chair. They approved a special exception recommendation for a fence at 208 Vista Street, changed the October 2025 meeting date, and approved the agenda and prior minutes.

• Elected Dr. Ken Greene as Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Hubert Etchison as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Changed October 1, 2025 meeting to October 15, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from October 2, 2024 (unanimous)
• Recommended granting special exception for fence at 208 Vista Street (unanimous)

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will hold a hearing on three new applications: a proposal by McDonald's Corporation to demolish and rebuild at 300 Larry Holmes Drive, and two signage changes at Northampton Street properties. The commission will also consider approval of minutes from December 2024.

• Proposal to demolish and rebuild building at 300 Larry Holmes Dr by McDonald's Corporation
• Proposal to change signage at 157-63 Northampton St by CRP Capital 3 LLC
• Proposal to install hanging sign at 140 Northampton St by Eastonian Condominium Assoc Inc
• Approval of minutes from December 9, 2024 regular meeting

The Historic District Commission unanimously denied a Certificate of Appropriateness for McDonald's proposal to demolish and rebuild a larger building at 300 Larry Holmes Dr, citing concerns about facade design, loss of green buffer, and signage. The commission approved signage changes at 157-63 Northampton St for a new bar and a hanging sign at 140 Northampton St, both unanimously.

• Approved signage change for Presley's Cocktail Bar at 157-63 Northampton St (unanimous)
• Approved hanging sign for NYCHE at 140 Northampton St (unanimous)
• Denied McDonald's demolition/rebuild and signage at 300 Larry Holmes Dr (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting for a regular session with standard procedural items including approval of minutes, a report from the Chief Health Administrator, and updates on approved applications and permit holders who moved. No notable decisions or specific proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from prior meeting
• Report of Chief Health Administrator
• Health Officer Approved Applications
• Permit Holders Who Moved
• Citizen Right to Be Heard

The Easton Board of Health reviewed seven handicapped parking applications, approving four and denying two, with one applicant not present. The board also reorganized by electing a Chair and Vice Chair, and the Health Officer announced his retirement effective March 31, 2026.

• Approved handicapped parking spot for Silvia Pino at 614 Pardee St. (4-0)
• Approved handicapped parking spot for Nealey VanBuskirk at 433 W. Wilkes Barre St. (4-0)
• Approved handicapped parking spot for Amira Colon at 1139 Spruce St. (2-2, tie deemed denial, applicant to return)
• Approved handicapped parking spot for Jayce Hernandez at 715 Centre St. (4-0)
• Approved handicapped parking spot for Debra Marshall at 871 Cattell St. (4-0)
• Denied handicapped parking spot for Barbara Poff at 110 N. Warren St. (4-0)
• Denied handicapped parking spot for Alexandra Cordero at 820 W. Lincoln St. (4-0)
• Elected Ms. Piparata as Chair and Kabias Wheeler as Vice Chair

City Council

The council will vote on several ordinances including setting the 2025 tax rate (Bill No. 35) and amending trash and sewer fees (Bill No. 34). New business includes a resolution approving a labor agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police and amending the 2025 police salary and wage schedule. Public comment is accepted on agenda items and any other matter.

• Bill No. 34 – An Ordnance Amending Chapter 285 - Trash and Sewer fees
• Bill No. 35 – An Ordinance Fixing the Tax Rate for all City purposes for the year 2025
• Bill No. 36 – An Ordinance Amending Chapter 560 – Vehicle and Traffic: Handicap Parking Spaces
• Bill No. 37 – An Ordinance Amending Section 595-20: Dimensional Criteria for the Downtown District
• Resolution Approving Agreement between the City and the Fraternal Order of Police Washington Lodge No. 17

The Easton City Council approved the 2025 tax rate, trash and sewer fee amendments, handicap parking changes, and a new police contract with the FOP, all unanimously. A building height ordinance was removed from the agenda and sent to the Planning Commission for review. The council also approved a resolution amending wellness guidelines in the 2025 benefits package.

• Approved Bill 34 (Ord. 5882) amending trash and sewer fees (7-0)
• Approved Bill 35 (Ord. 5883) fixing 2025 tax rate (7-0)
• Approved Bill 36 (Ord. 5884) amending handicap parking spaces (7-0)
• Removed Bill 37 (building height restrictions) from agenda, sent to Planning Commission
• Approved Resolution 1-2025 amending wellness guidelines in 2025 benefits package (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2-2025 approving FOP police contract (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 3-2025 amending 2025 salary and wage per police contract (7-0)

City Council

The City Council committee will hold discussions on three topics: a review of parking policies, potential changes to building heights in downtown Easton, and adding attendance requirements to the Code of Conduct. No votes or decisions are scheduled; these are preliminary discussions for future action.

• Parking review discussion
• Building heights in downtown discussion
• Adding attendance to the Code of Conduct discussion

Environmental Advisory Council

The Easton Environmental Advisory Council will elect officers (vice chair, secretary), appoint committee members and chairs, approve December meeting minutes, and review the 2024 annual report. Updates will cover the Climate Action and Adaptation Task Force, Wilson Warehouse, greenspaces survey, public transit, and city urban forestry.

• Election of Vice Chair and Secretary, appointment of Associate Members and Committee Chairs
• Review of 2024 Annual Report
• Climate Action and Adaptation Task Force updates
• Discussion on Wilson Warehouse and greenspaces survey
• City Urban Forestry Update from City Forester

The Easton Environmental Advisory Council approved minutes, elected Stacy Melvin as Vice Chair, and approved three associate members (Tom Pritchett, Paul Schlalow, Analise Draghi) 5-0. Committee chairs were elected for Greenspaces (Ian), Transportation (Nick), Waste & Recycling (Mary), and Communications (Robert), all 5-0. The council also approved a motion to send a letter requesting a path be at least 12 feet wide (5-0).

• Approved meeting minutes (5-0)
• Elected Stacy Melvin as Vice Chair (4-0, one abstention)
• Approved associate members Tom Pritchett, Paul Schlalow, Analise Draghi (5-0)
• Elected Robert as Secretary (5-0)
• Elected Ian as Greenspaces Committee chair (5-0)
• Elected Nick as Transportation Committee chair (5-0)
• Elected Mary as Waste & Recycling Committee chair (5-0)
• Approved letter requesting path be at least 12 feet (5-0)