Gettysburg, PA

Historic Architectural Review Board

Borough Council

The Gettysburg Borough Council will hold a work session to discuss new parking pilot programs, including discounted rates for conferences and extended meter enforcement. The meeting will also cover revisions to the sidewalk ordinance regarding clutter and outdoor dining, as well as updates to historic district replacement materials. An executive session is scheduled to discuss police union negotiations and the Gettysburg Welcome Center project.

• Parking Pilot Programs: Discounted rates in RHA Garage, bus parking, and extending meter enforcement to 9:00 PM
• PBS 2016-12: Sidewalk Ordinance Revisions for clutter/A-frames and outdoor dining
• PBS 2022-04: Historic District Replacement Materials Revisions and Expansion
• Executive Session: Teamsters Union Local 776 collective bargaining negotiations
• Executive Session: Potential claims related to Gettysburg Welcome Center construction

Planning Commission

The Gettysburg Planning Commission will review updates on the Gettysburg Station mixed-use development at 108 N. Stratton Street, including traffic study and plan comments, and consider accepting the Hopkins House land development application at 219 S. Washington Street. The meeting also includes discussion of a general update to the Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance.

• Gettysburg Station (SLD24-0003) update on plan comments and traffic impact study
• Hopkins House (SLD26-00405) land development plan application acceptance
• Simrat, LLC (SLD25-0002) tabled old business at 351 East Water Street
• Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance general update discussion

Shade Tree Commission

Borough Council

The Gettysburg Borough Council will hold its regular business meeting, voting on several motions related to Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding, including a $127,226 ADA curb project, and considering individual recommendations from the Historic Architectural Review Board for certificates of appropriateness. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, bills, and departmental reports, plus an executive session afterward to discuss personnel, collective bargaining, a discrimination complaint, and the Welcome Center project.

• Resolution 081026-2: Authorize Adams County to include ADA Curb Compliant Project in 2026 CDBG program ($127,226)
• Motions to accept HARB recommendations for COA applications at 252 Baltimore St, 40 W. High St, 631 S. Washington St, 619 Baltimore St, 200 York St, and 111 N. Stratton St
• Motions to authorize CDBG grant administration for Children's Advocacy Center – Brighter Tomorrows Center Project
• Approval of bills and payrolls for the month
• Executive session to discuss employee matters, union negotiations, PHRC/EEOC complaint, and Welcome Center project claims

Gettysburg Borough Storm Water Authority (GBSWA)

The Gettysburg Borough Storm Water Authority (GBSWA) is holding its regular business meeting. The main action is a motion to authorize the solicitor to file liens against specific properties to recover unpaid 2026 storm water bills, plus associated court, postage, and legal fees. The agenda also includes routine approvals of the agenda and prior meeting minutes, along with public comment periods.

• Motion to authorize solicitor to file liens for unpaid 2026 storm water bills, plus court costs, postage, and legal fees
• Approval of July 13, 2026 meeting minutes
• Public comment restricted to agenda items

Human Relations Commission (HRC)

The Gettysburg Borough Human Relations Commission will hold its regular meeting to approve minutes, discuss membership vacancies, and review old and new business. Key actions include adopting an event reporting form and the annual events calendar, as well as reviewing outreach metrics and planning for upcoming events. The meeting is largely administrative, with no major policy decisions or public hearings on the agenda.

• Review and adoption of event reporting form
• Review and adoption of annual events calendar draft
• Discussion of alternate member vacancy applications
• Outreach metrics review: rack card counts, QR code scans
• Adams County Heritage Festival registration confirmation before Aug. 15 deadline

Borough Council

The Borough Council holds a public hearing to gather comment on the proposed use of the fiscal year 2026 Community Development Block Grant allocation of $127,226. The funds are proposed for ADA curb cuts along various alleys throughout the Borough. Following the hearing, the Council intends to consider approval of the budget and application submission.

• Public hearing on proposed $127,226 FY2026 CDBG Entitlement allocation
• Proposed use: ADA curb cuts along various alleys throughout the Borough
• Anticipated that 70% of funds will benefit low to moderate income persons
• No anticipated displacement of households from proposed activities
• Council will vote on approval immediately following the public hearing

Borough Council

The Gettysburg Borough Council is holding a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed use of $127,226 in fiscal year 2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. The sole proposed project is installing ADA curb cuts along various alleys throughout the Borough. A special council meeting will follow the hearing to consider approval.

• Public hearing on $127,226 FY2026 CDBG entitlement allocation
• Proposed project: ADA curb cuts along various alleys in the Borough
• 70% of grant funds anticipated to benefit low-to-moderate-income persons
• No displacement of households is anticipated
• Written comments accepted until July 20, 2026

Borough Council

The Borough Council is holding a public hearing to gather comments on the proposed use of the fiscal year 2026 State Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. The Council intends to consider the proposed budgets and application submissions for approval following the hearing.

• Proposed allocation of $127,226 for ADA curb cuts along various alleys throughout the Borough

Borough Council

The Borough Council holds a work session to discuss new and ongoing business, including a vacant property registry, sidewalk ordinance revisions, the Gettysburg Welcome Center project, the 2026 Street Preservation Project, and the 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Plan. An executive session is scheduled to address personnel, collective bargaining, potential claims related to the Welcome Center, and confidential matters.

• PBS 2026-03: Vacant Property Registry (new business)
• PBS 2016-12: Sidewalk Ordinance Revisions including sidewalk clutter, A-frame signs, and outdoor dining
• PBS 2019-09: Gettysburg Welcome Center construction and management
• 2026 Street Preservation Project
• Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for 2027-2031

Borough Council

The Borough Council is holding a public hearing to gather comments on the proposed use of the fiscal year 2026 State Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. The Council intends to consider the budgets and application submissions for approval at the meeting immediately following this hearing.

• Proposed allocation of $127,226 for ADA curb cuts along various alleys throughout the Borough

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hold a work session to discuss infrastructure projects and ordinance revisions. The meeting includes reviews of the 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Plan and the 2026 Street Preservation Project.

• PBS 2016-12 Sidewalk Ordinance Revisions regarding outdoor dining, furniture, and A-frame signs
• PBS 2019-09 Gettysburg Welcome Center construction and management
• 2026 Street Preservation Project
• Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for 2027-2031
• PBS 2026-03 Vacant Property Registry

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hold a work session to discuss several ongoing and new items, including the Gettysburg Welcome Center construction and management, a proposed vacant property registry, revisions to the sidewalk ordinance (A-frame signs and outdoor dining), and the creation of a lieutenant command position in the police department. An executive session is scheduled to follow for personnel, collective bargaining, and legal strategy related to the Welcome Center project.

• PBS 2026-03: Vacant Property Registry (new business)
• PBS 2019-09: Gettysburg Welcome Center construction and management
• PBS 2026-02: Lieutenant Command Position for Gettysburg Police Department
• PBS 2016-12: Sidewalk ordinance revisions – sidewalk clutter/A-frame signs and outdoor dining/furniture
• 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) discussion

Planning Commission

The July 20 meeting will review a subdivision proposal from Habitat for Humanity for the 432‑434 South Washington Street site (SLD26‑00228). It will also include a presentation on updating the Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance, with no formal action requested. The agenda provides for public comment limited to agenda items and routine approvals of the agenda and minutes.

• SLD26-00228 – Habitat for Humanity proposal to subdivide 432‑434 S. Washington Street
• Presentation on Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance update (no formal action)
• Public comment restricted to items on the agenda
• Review and approval of meeting agenda
• Review and approval of meeting minutes

Historic Architectural Review Board

The Gettysburg Historic Architectural Review Board will review applications for exterior changes to historic properties, including roof replacements, siding updates, demolitions, and new structures. The board conducts design review only; any approved projects require final approval by Borough Council. This process ensures exterior modifications comply with local historic district standards before property owners proceed.

• Roof replacements at 252 and 252½ Baltimore Street
• Demolition of an unsafe garage at 40 W. High Street
• Porch, steps, and railing updates at 631 S. Washington Street
• Construction of a 16’x32’ bus transit center with canopy at 111 N. Stratton Street
• Recommendation on the Chapter 11 Historic District Ordinance

Gettysburg Borough Storm Water Authority (GBSWA)

The Authority will review the 2025 audit and current financial updates including revenue, expenses, and billing liens. Members will also receive progress updates on several ongoing infrastructure projects.

• 2025 Audit presentation by Jennifer CruverKibbi, CPA
• Steven’s Run / Water Street Bridge update
• GMA Sewer Interceptor Project update
• Columbia Gas Project / East Lincon Avenue update
• Gettysburg Station Storm Water Management update

Borough Council

The Borough Council will review several historic architectural recommendations and authorize multiple construction bid advertisements. The meeting also includes a presentation on the 2025 audit and updates to the Emergency Operations Plan.

• Authorization of bids for FY 2024 CDBG curb ramp project
• Authorization of bids for E. Lincoln Storm Drain project
• Authorization of bids for E. Water Street Bridge Repair Project
• $13,891.20 change order for Gettysburg Borough Welcome Center Project
• $181,219.00 payment for 2026 Street Improvement project

Historic Architectural Review Board

The Historic Architectural Review Board will hold a rescheduled meeting to consider two consent agenda items for fence installations and three new applications for major and critical projects. New business includes a fence material change at 162 York Street, a rear exterior construction with fireplace and columns at 26 E. High Street, and reconstruction of a carriage house facade at 312 Baltimore Street. The board also received a report on administrative approvals and draft historic district ordinance updates.

• Consent agenda: COA 26-00237 – 222 Buford Avenue – 28-ft aluminum fence
• Consent agenda: COA 26-00254 – 54 E. Middle Street – 130-ft fencing (spruce and Wygate board)
• COA 26-00216 – 162 York Street – replacement of rear wood fence with 6-ft vinyl PVC fencing
• COA 26-00261 – 26 E. High Street – critical project: new patio, masonry fireplace, columns, shed
• COA 26-00296 – 312 Baltimore Street – critical project: reconstruction of carriage house facade

Zoning Hearing Board (ZHB)

The Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing on a variance request from Adams County Habitat for Humanity to construct two duplex dwelling units at 432-434 S. Washington Street. The proposed lots would not meet the minimum 20-foot lot width or 5-foot side setback requirements for the R-2 Moderate Density Residential District. The board will also review the agenda and receive planning department updates.

• Case ZHB26-00229: Variance from Section 27-206(C) and Figure 206 for minimum lot width and side setbacks at 432-434 S. Washington Street
• Applicant: Adams County Habitat for Humanity, Inc. proposes two fee-simple duplex lots
• No financial amounts or contracts listed on this agenda

Borough Council

The Borough Council is holding a public hearing to solicit citizen input on the proposed use of $127,226 in FY2026 Community Development Block Grant funds from Pennsylvania. Eligible activities include water/sewer, streets, housing rehabilitation, recreation, historic preservation, and more. A second hearing on July 27, 2026 will approve the final application and budget.

• $127,226 in FY2026 CDBG funds from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
• Eligible activities include water/sewer, streets, housing, recreation, historic preservation, and blight removal
• At least 70% of funds must benefit low-to-moderate-income persons
• Second public hearing scheduled for July 27, 2026 to approve final application
• Written comments accepted until June 15, 2026

The Borough held a public hearing to solicit citizen input on the use of $127,226 in FY2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. No final decisions were made on fund allocation; a second public hearing is scheduled for July 27, 2025, to present a formal proposal.

• Held public hearing to gather input on FY2026 CDBG fund activities

Borough Council

The Borough Council will discuss several items including a Building Vacancy Registry presentation, CDBG updates, a sick leave donation policy, and ongoing revisions to the Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance (SALDO) and the Transient Retail Business Ordinance. The meeting also includes public comment periods and an executive session for personnel and legal matters.

• Building Vacancy Registry presentation by Mayor Lintal
• CDBG Updates (Community Development Block Grant)
• Sick Leave Donation Policy discussion
• PBS 2026-01: Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance (SALDO) adoption
• PBS 2016-15: Transient Retail Business Ordinance

The Borough Council held a work session to review proposals for a vacant property registry and a sick leave donation policy. No formal votes were taken; items were either tabled for future discussion or scheduled for upcoming review dates.

• Tabled vacant property registry for future discussion
• Tabled sick leave donation policy pending more information
• Scheduled SALDO draft review for July 20 and August 17, 2026
• Added sidewalk ordinance discussion to future work session agendas

Zoning Hearing Board (ZHB)

The Zoning Hearing Board will consider a special exception application from Tassou Rentals LLC to allow an eating place without a drive-thru and a bed and breakfast at 250 Carlisle Street in the NC-4 Neighborhood Commercial District. The board will also review and approve minutes from its May 6, 2026 meeting.

• Case ZHB26-00227: Tassou Rentals LLC seeks special exception for an eating place without drive-thru and a bed and breakfast at 250 Carlisle Street
• Review and approval of minutes from May 6, 2026 meeting
• Planning Department updates on upcoming meetings

Historic Architectural Review Board

The Historic Architectural Review Board will consider two critical projects: a patio, masonry fireplace, and balcony columns at 26 E. High Street, and a carriage house facade reconstruction at 312 Baltimore Street. The consent agenda includes fencing installations at 222 Buford Avenue and 54 E. Middle Street. Staff will also present draft updates to Chapter 11 Historic District Ordinance.

• Critical project COA 26-00261: rear patio, masonry fireplace, balcony columns, and utility shed at 26 E. High Street
• Critical project COA 26-00296: exterior facade reconstruction of carriage house at 312 Baltimore Street
• Major project COA 26-00237: 28-ft aluminum fencing at 222 Buford Avenue
• Major project COA 26-00254: 130-ft fencing at 54 E. Middle Street (spruce and Wygate board)
• Staff report on draft Chapter 11 Historic District Ordinance updates

Planning Commission

The Gettysburg Planning Commission will consider extensions for two tabled development projects: Gettysburg Station at 108 N. Stratton Street and Simrat at 351 E. Water Street. The main new business is a discussion on updating the Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance. Minutes from the April and May meetings are also up for approval.

• Extension request for SLD24-0003 (Gettysburg Station, 108 N. Stratton Street)
• Extension request for SLD25-0002 (Simrat, LLC, 351 E. Water Street)
• Discussion on Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance update
• Approval of April 20 and May 18, 2026 meeting minutes

Borough Council

The Gettysburg Borough Council will vote on a $456,876.30 Flood Mitigation Program grant application for replacing the Stevens Run channel wall, and a $150,000 contract for Safe Streets for All consulting services. Other actions include approving multiple historic property Certificates of Appropriateness, a conditional appointment of a patrol officer, and a change order for roadway improvements. The meeting also covers routine approvals like bills, a COLA increase for a retired police pensioner, and an appointment to the Recreation Authority.

• Motion to adopt resolution for $456,876.30 Flood Mitigation Program grant for Stevens Run channel wall replacement from Gilliland Alley to Carlisle Street
• Motion to accept $150,000 proposal from Michael Baker International for Safe Streets for All (SS4A) consulting services
• Motion to make conditional appointment of entry-level patrol officer from Civil Service Commission eligibility list
• Motion to approve $151,325 final payment to Kinsley Construction for FY 2023 CDBG Curb Ramp Replacements project
• Multiple HARB recommendations for Certificates of Appropriateness for historic properties including 404 Baltimore Street and 134 York Street

Borough Council approved a consulting contract for the Safe Streets Plan and authorized a grant application for a Stevens Run channel wall replacement. The council also approved 13 historic preservation projects and several public works payments and contract extensions.

• Approved Michael Baker International proposal for Safe Streets Plan, not to exceed $150,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 060826-1 to apply for $456,876.30 DCED Flood Mitigation grant for Stevens Run channel wall (unanimous)
• Approved final payment of $151,325.00 to Kinsley Construction, LLC for FY 2023 CDBG Curb Ramp Replacements (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #1 for Roadway Improvements Contract No. 2, extending deadline to August 7, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved 13 HARB recommendations for historic preservation projects (all unanimous)
• Approved June 8, 2026 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 11 and May 26, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will vote on a $456,876.30 Flood Mitigation Program grant application for replacing the Stevens Run channel wall from Gilliland Alley to Carlisle Street. They will also consider a $150,000 contract for a Safe Streets for All planning consultant and multiple historic preservation certificate of appropriateness applications. Other actions include approving a COLA increase for a retired police pensioner and appointing an entry-level patrol officer.

• Motion to adopt Resolution for $456,876.30 FMP grant for Stevens Run channel wall replacement
• Motion to accept $150,000 proposal from Michael Baker International for Safe Streets for All planning
• Approval of 13 HARB certificates of appropriateness for major projects (e.g., 201 Chambersburg Street, 404 Baltimore Street)
• Conditional appointment of first-ranked candidate for entry-level patrol officer
• Change Order #1 extending 2026 Roadway Improvements Contract No. 2 by 30 days

Borough Council approved a consulting contract for the Safe Streets for All project and authorized a grant application for flood mitigation. The council also approved 13 separate historic preservation projects and several public works payments and contract extensions.

• Approved $150,000 contract with Michael Baker International for Safe Streets Plan (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 060826-1 to apply for $456,876.30 DCED Flood Mitigation grant (unanimous)
• Approved $151,325.00 final payment to Kinsley Construction, LLC for curb ramp replacements (unanimous)
• Approved 30-day extension for 2026 Roadway Improvements Contract No. 2 (unanimous)
• Approved 13 HARB Certificates of Appropriateness for historic property modifications (unanimous)

Borough Council

At this work session, Borough Council will discuss extending parking enforcement hours (Chapter 15), proposed bump outs and speed humps on East Lincoln Avenue, and an estimate for storm pipe damage on North Washington Street. They will also review the 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Plan and other long-standing items. No formal votes are scheduled; the meeting serves as discussion ahead of future decision meetings.

• Extending parking enforcement hours (Chapter 15 Parking Review)
• East Lincoln Avenue bump outs / potential future speed humps
• North Washington Street storm pipe damage estimate
• 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Plan review
• Executive session for collective bargaining and personnel matters

Council approved moving forward with bump outs on East Lincoln Avenue as part of a utility replacement project. The board also agreed to defer repairs on a damaged storm pipe on North Washington Street unless imminent danger arises.

• Approved moving forward with East Lincoln Avenue bump outs
• Approved placing GFD Box Alarm Card review on June agenda
• Decided to wait on North Washington Street storm drain repairs

Historic Architectural Review Board

The Gettysburg Historic Architectural Review Board will consider 10 major and critical Certificate of Appropriateness applications on the consent agenda, plus four new major projects for initial review. A staff report will present draft updates to Chapter 11 of the Historic District Ordinance and boundary map options. The board also will discuss future restoration of 312 Baltimore Street and review administrative COA approvals since the last meeting.

• Consent agenda includes COA 26-00175 for emergency foundation excavation at 312 Baltimore Street.
• COA 26-00192 for construction of a 16-foot-wide hexagon bandstand at 37 Lefever Street (Alumni Park).
• COA 26-00154 for replacing second-floor balcony and railings at 404 Baltimore Street with historic 1863 style.
• New business includes COA 26-00196 for window and deck replacement at 59 South Street.
• Staff report on draft Chapter 11 Historic District Ordinance updates and boundary map options.

The Historic Architectural Review Board met on May 20, 2026, introduced its members and explained its advisory role to Borough Council. A motion was made to accept the meeting agenda, but the minutes do not record a vote or outcome. No project approvals, denials, or other substantive actions were decided.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider recommending approval of a special exception for Tassou Rentals LLC to operate an eating place (no drive-thru) and bed and breakfast at 250 Carlisle Street. They will also accept a minor subdivision application from Habitat for Humanity for 432-434 S. Washington Street to split the parcel for redevelopment of a razed duplex. Additionally, they will receive updates on the Gettysburg Station transit center project and Simrat LLC development at 351 E. Water Street.

• Recommendation to Zoning Hearing Board for special exception at 250 Carlisle Street (Tassou Rentals LLC) to permit eating place and bed and breakfast
• Acceptance of minor subdivision application for Habitat for Humanity at 432-434 S. Washington Street
• Update on Gettysburg Station (SLD24-0003) at 108 N. Stratton Street transit center project
• Update on Simrat, LLC (SLD25-0002) development at 351 E. Water Street

The Planning Commission approved a special exception for Tassou Rentals to operate an eating place and bed and breakfast at 250 Carlisle Street. The April 2026 meeting minutes were tabled, and no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved April 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Tabled April 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Recommended approval of special exception for Tassou Rentals (unanimous)
• Received application for subdivision at 432-434 Washington Street

Gettysburg Borough Storm Water Authority (GBSWA)

The Gettysburg Borough Storm Water Authority will review financial updates for the 2025 and 2026 billing cycles. The meeting includes discussions on several ongoing infrastructure projects and a proposed maintenance agreement.

• Culps Run Maintenance & Monitoring agreement with Land Studies ($15,200.00)
• Steven’s Run / Water Street Bridge updates
• GMA Sewer Interceptor Project updates
• Columbia Gas Project / East Lincoln Avenue updates
• Gettysburg Station Storm Water Management updates