Brentwood public meetings in 2024
22 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Borough Council
Borough Council is deciding on the 2025 operating budget and real estate tax levy. The meeting includes votes on sewage fees, zoning changes for multifamily housing, and several municipal contracts.
- Resolution No. 2024-68: Ratification of $22,967,575.00 Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2025
- Resolution No. 2024-69: Maintaining real estate tax levy at 10 mils for Fiscal Year 2025
- Ordinance No. 2024-1320: Zoning amendment to permit multifamily apartments in the Commercial Redevelopment District
- Resolution No. 2024-72: Authorization to apply for a $2,000,000 grant for redevelopment of the former municipal building
- Contract with Thomson-Reuters for CLEAR software in the first-year amount of $6,954.64
Borough Council
Borough Council is meeting to introduce the 2025 operating budget and set the 2025 fee schedule. The body will also consider a new police department collective bargaining agreement and a temporary janitorial services contract.
- Proposed 2025 Operating Budget of $22,967,575.00
- Resolution No. 2024-49 to set the 2025 Fee Schedule
- Police Department Collective Bargaining Agreement with Teamsters Union Local No. 205 (2025-2029)
- Settlement agreement with Colleen Kissel for $4,170.86
- Tree removal contract for Brentwood Park awarded to Gavin Industries for $7,650
Borough Council
The Brentwood Borough Council will consider several action items, including accepting departmental reports and a $250,000 Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program grant. Members will vote to ratify October bill payments for multiple fund accounts and to adopt Resolution No. 2024-64, which sets the 2025 operating budget at $22,967,575 without a property‑tax increase. Additional items include creating a Stormwater Management Fund and advertising the 2025 sewage fee ordinance.
- Accept Department and Borough Manager's reports for the period ending Oct 31 2024
- Accept $250,000 RACP grant for former municipal building redevelopment
- Ratify payment of October bills for General Fund ($478,045.05), Capital Improvement Fund ($304,415.99), and other accounts
- Adopt Resolution No. 2024-64: 2025 Borough budget of $22,967,575, balanced, no tax increase
- Adopt Resolution No. 2024-65 to create a separate Stormwater Management Fund
Borough Council
The Brentwood Borough Council will vote on Resolution No. 2024-57 to apply for a $52,800 Community Development Block Grant to fund sixteen ADA‑compliant curb ramps. The meeting also reviews 2025 budgets for the Sanitary Sewer Fund, Park Fund, Economic Development Fund, Liquid Fuels Fund, Operating Reserve Fund, Capital Improvement Fund, and General Fund, including a $1.5 million grant request for sewer lining costs and a $546,910 transfer to the Capital Improvement Fund. Council members will also discuss the proposed 2025 fee schedule for the swimming pool and Civic Center rentals.
- Resolution No. 2024-57: $52,800 CDBG grant application for 16 ADA curb ramps
- Sanitary Sewer Fund budget seeks $1.5 M ALCOSAN GROW grant for $1.7 M lining costs
- Operating Reserve Fund includes $546,910 transfer to Capital Improvement Fund
- Revisions to Capital Improvement Fund remove stormwater management expenses
- Review of 2025 fee schedule for swimming pool admission and Civic Center rentals
Borough Council
The Brentwood Borough Council will vote to appoint Wilmington Trust as the custodian for the borough's pension plans and authorize applications for $400,000 and $500,000 grants to resurface a parking lot and improve a baseball field.
- Appointment of Wilmington Trust as pension custodian
- Application for $400,000 grant for Brentwood Park parking lot resurfacing
- Application for $500,000 grant for Baseball Field No. 4 improvements
- Discussion on 2025 fee schedule changes
- Presentation on Civic Center interior design
Borough Council
The Brentwood Borough Council will consider adopting a 2025 fee schedule that includes increases for police, refuse collection, and sewage services. The body will also vote to authorize the creation of a Main Street Manager position and approve work authorizations for Civic Center interior design and a Brownsville Road safety audit.
- Approve $35,000 for Civic Center interior design work
- Authorize $15,000 for Brownsville Road safety audit
- Adopt 2025 fee schedule with police and sewage increases
- Create Main Street Manager/Community and Economic Development Director position
- Temporarily halt Civic Center rental applications pending fee schedule review
Borough Council
The Brentwood Borough Council is holding a workshop to review the proposed 2025 budget, which includes a General Fund of over $11 million and a Capital Improvement Fund of over $3 million. The meeting will present two budget scenarios, one that cuts capital spending to avoid a tax increase and another that funds all capital requests by raising taxes.
- Workshop to review 2025 General Fund budget ($11.3 million)
- Workshop to review 2025 Capital Improvement Fund budget ($3.4 million)
- Presentation of two budget scenarios: one with tax increase, one without
- Discussion of General Fund revenues and expenditures
- Discussion of Capital Improvement Fund revenues and expenditures
Borough Council
The council will vote on several contracts and agreements, including a temporary staffing service, a $4,164.39 firewall support renewal, and a lease of the Brentwood Presbyterian Church parking lot at 3725 Brownsville Road. It will also consider advertising a zoning amendment to allow multifamily housing in the Commercial Redevelopment District and approve a $56,000 transfer to purchase a 2025 police interceptor vehicle. Additional items include renewing the police car‑wash contract, a no‑cost MOU for police records software, and purchases for a memorial plaque and holiday floral baskets.
- Approve $56,000 temporary transfer from Operating Reserve Fund to Capital Improvement Fund for a 2025 Ford Police Interceptor vehicle
- Renew firewall support agreement with Dagostino Electronic Services for $4,164.39 (Nov 9, 2024 – Nov 9, 2025)
- Lease parking lot at 3725 Brownsville Road from Brentwood Presbyterian Church for borough employee parking
- Authorize advertising of Ordinance No. 2024-1320 to permit multifamily structures in the Commercial Redevelopment District
- Purchase memorial plaque for Tom DeCarlo from Advance Sign Company for $2,617
Borough Council
Brentwood Borough Council will review several high-value sanitary sewer maintenance contracts and pension obligations. The body is also discussing the potential formation of a Municipal Stormwater Authority and reviewing sewage planning modules for new developments.
- Sewer excavation repair contract for Roto-Rooter Services Company in the amount of $3,563,916.20
- Sanitary sewer manhole-to-manhole lining contract for Advanced Pipe Technologies in the amount of $955,206.25
- 2025 Minimum Municipal Obligations for Police Pension ($242,026) and Non-Uniform Pension ($163,254)
- Resolution No. 2024-48 to apply for a $105,000 Keystone Library Program grant for windows and flooring
- Sewage planning modules for proposed homes at 3806-3807 Oakton Road and an elementary school at 30 West Willock Road
Borough Council
The Brentwood Borough Council meeting on August 19, 2024 will consider adopting the 2024 Comprehensive Plan (Resolution 2024-39). Council members will vote on several financial actions, including ratifying July bill payments for the General Fund ($982,402.31), Sanitary Sewer Fund ($44,831.21), Capital Improvement Fund ($118,920.68), Liquid Fuels Fund ($11,868.87), General Pension Fund ($13,166.68) and Police Pension Fund ($45,574.46), and approving a utility‑bill printing contract with Triangle Systems at 18 cents per statement. Additional actions include approving Change Order #3 for cold‑patch asphalt on Bellanca Avenue ($3,857), adopting grant resolutions for a $500,000 municipal building redevelopment grant and other park improvement grants, and advertising an ordinance to install three new stop signs.
- Adopt Resolution 2024-39: Adoption of the 2024 Comprehensive Plan
- Ratify July 2024 bill payments totaling $1,216,? (see individual fund amounts listed above)
- Approve Triangle Systems contract to print utility bills at $0.18 per statement
- Approve Change Order #3 for cold‑patch asphalt on Bellanca Avenue ($3,857) funded from Capital Improvement Fund
- Adopt Resolution 2024-43 to apply for a $500,000 GEDTF grant for municipal building redevelopment
Borough Council
The Brentwood Borough Council and School District Board will review several updates, including the pool renovation, new elementary school, and former municipal building lot redevelopment. The meeting will also consider a proposed zoning ordinance amendment that would permit multi‑family housing in the Route 51 corridor, as well as a "Brentwood Incentive to Eatery Services" initiative. Additional informational items cover the Field No. 4 improvement project, walking trail project, parking striping plan for the stadium lot, and civic center renovations.
- Proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendment to Permit Multi‑Family Housing in Route 51 Corridor
- Proposed "Brentwood Incentive to Eatery Services" Initiative
- Parking Striping Plan for Brentwood Stadium Parking Lot
- Update on Field No. 4 Improvement Project
- Updated on Walking Trail Project
Borough Council
Borough Council will decide on advertising a zoning amendment to allow multifamily apartments in the Commercial Redevelopment District. The body is also reviewing several fund payments and insurance renewals.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2024-1319 to permit multifamily structures in the Commercial Redevelopment District
- Payment of bills totaling $919,796.30 (General Fund) and $605,954.25 (Sanitary Sewer Fund)
- Workers' Compensation insurance renewal with Encova Insurance for $138,029
- Proposal to reject current Pension Plan Custodian bids and re-advertise the RFP
- Authorization to investigate movable volleyball equipment for Brentwood Stadium
Borough Council
The Council will consider several action items, including a $175,000 agreement for park security cameras and a zero-tolerance policy for the borough swimming pool. Other discussions include contract amendments for rock salt purchases and sidewalk repair costs.
- Agreement with David Davis Communications for Brentwood Park cameras up to $175,000
- Change Order No. 1 for the 2024 Sidewalk & Curbing Program in the amount of $42,09136
- Adoption of a zero-tolerance policy for conduct at the Brentwood Pool
- Amendment to Cargill, Inc. agreement to extend the rock salt purchase deadline to December 31, 2024
- Resolution No. 2024-36 to support National Night Out on August 6, 2024
Borough Council
The Brentwood Borough Council will consider several action items, including awarding a $12,800 tree removal contract, reconfiguring Windsor Road parking lot handicapped stalls, and approving a K9 security contract for July 4th festivities. Informational items include updates on the comprehensive plan and pool opening.
- Award tree removal contract to Gavin Industries for $12,800 for 13 trees in Brentwood Park
- Adopt Resolution 2024-35 amending Windsor Road parking lot regulations to restrict enforcement to paid-admission events only
- Authorize removal of handicapped parking restrictions from 3 of 5 stalls in Windsor Road lot and explore adding new spaces
- Enter agreement with K2 Solutions for explosive detection canine at July 4th parade at $95.02/hour
- Ratify April 2024 bills totaling $1,399,172.49 across multiple funds
Borough Council
The Brentwood Borough Council will consider authorizing an $84,000 contract for a sanitary sewer operation and maintenance plan and discuss revisions to the zoning code to permit certain digital signs in the Mixed-Use Neighborhood District. Other items include a check presentation to the 4th of July committee and informational updates on a park camera project, a bicycle event, and a charity hockey tournament.
- Action item: Approve $84,000 work authorization for Gateway Engineers for sanitary sewer O&M plan
- Informational: Revisions to zoning code to allow digital signs in Mixed-Use Neighborhood District
- Informational: Park camera project presentation by David Davis Communications
- Informational: 'Bicycle Bonanza' event on May 5 at Brentwood High School
- Informational: Free paper shredding event on May 11 at Brentwood Park
Borough Council
The Brentwood Borough Council meets to ratify March expenditures totaling over $1.6 million across various funds. The body will also vote to renew an IT services contract and approve repairs for the Brentwood Park basketball court. Additionally, Council will discuss zoning code revisions to permit digital signs in the Mixed-Use Neighborhood District.
- Ratify payment of March bills: $978,850.24 General Fund, $583,994.92 Sanitary Sewer Fund, $21,489.08 Capital Improvement Fund.
- Renew IT services agreement with DEP Technologies for $9,200 (100 service hours).
- Approve $7,400 proposal from Sportscape LLC to repair and resurface the Brentwood Park Basketball Court.
- Discuss zoning code revisions to permit certain digital signs in the Mixed-Use Neighborhood District.
- Authorize staff to develop a Restaurant Incentive Program with the Community Affairs Committee and Borough Solicitor.
Borough Council
The Borough Council is reviewing several insurance policy renewals and infrastructure projects including sidewalk work on Bracken Avenue. Additionally, the council will consider a land development plan for a Brentwood School District elementary facility and various park improvements.
- Renewal of Property, Automobile, & General Liability Insurance for $88,957
- Renewal of Cyber Liability Insurance for $11,247
- Renewal of Law Enforcement and Public Officials Liability Insurance for $57,031
- Addition of 635 lineal feet of curbing to the 2024 Sidewalk & Curbing Program on Bracken Avenue
- Final land development plan for Brentwood School District elementary facility at 30 W. Willock Road
Borough Council
The Brentwood Borough Council will vote on awarding a 2024 roadway paving contract to El Grande, Inc. for $343,644.10 and a sidewalk and curbing program contract to Piccolomini Development for $149,200. The council will also consider renewing a three-year natural gas supply agreement with Snyder Brothers Inc., ratifying February bills totaling over $1.2 million across multiple funds, and approving a revised master plan for ADA improvements at Baseball Field No. 4 in Brentwood Park. Discussion items include potential revisions to digital sign regulations in the Mixed-Use Neighborhood District and a proposed Farmers' Market initiative.
- Award 2024 Roadway Paving Program to El Grande, Inc. at $343,644.10
- Award 2024 Sidewalk & Curbing Program to Piccolomini Development at $149,200
- Adopt Resolution No. 2024-28 for three-year natural gas supply agreement with Snyder Brothers Inc.
- Ratify February 2024 bills totaling $1,215,088.20 across multiple funds
- Approve revised comprehensive master plan for ADA improvements at Baseball Field No. 4 in Brentwood Park
Borough Council
The Brentwood Borough Council will consider several action items, including a $150,000 playground resurfacing project, a $114,000 pool management agreement, and zoning code amendments to allow housing in the Route 51 Commercial District and digital signs in the Mixed-Use Neighborhood District. The meeting also includes informational presentations and appointments to boards.
- Resolution No. 2024-25: Extend pool management agreement with American Pool Management for $114,000 for the 2024 season
- Playground resurfacing project agreement with Play & Park Structures for up to $150,000
- Authorize zoning code revisions to permit residential uses in the Route 51 Commercial Zoning District
- Resolution No. 2024-24: Trade 18 surplus police handguns to Wittmer Public Safety for $4,950 store credit
- Consider postponing DPW park storage facility study until after Civic Center renovation
Borough Council
The Brentwood Borough Council will hold its regular meeting on January 22, 2024, at 7:30 PM. Key action items include approving a change order to reduce the Civic Center renovation cost by $141,383, appointing members to boards and commissions, and filling a vacant council seat. The meeting also includes informational items such as a proclamation honoring Jim Attanucci and a joint meeting with the school board.
- Change Order No. 1 from Massaro Construction to eliminate a dormer from the Brentwood Civic Center Renovation Project, reducing contract by $141,383
- Resolution No. 2024-13: Appoint Jayson Livingston to full Zoning Hearing Board membership
- Resolution No. 2024-14: Amend Facility Rental Policy for Windsor Road parking lot regulations
- Resolution No. 2024-17: Appoint Erin Troup to fill vacant Borough Council seat
- Resolution No. 2024-15 and 2024-16: Appointments to Civil Service Commission
Borough Council
The Brentwood Borough Council will consider several routine administrative resolutions, including reappointing Tucker Arensberg PC as solicitor, setting the 2024 mileage reimbursement rate at 67 cents per mile, and designating bank depositories. The council will also vote on work authorizations for sanitary sewer easements and the MS4 program, and discuss updates to the facility rental policy and civil service rules.
- Reappointment of Tucker Arensberg PC as Borough Solicitor for 2024
- Setting 2024 mileage reimbursement rate at 67 cents per mile
- Work authorization for sanitary sewer easements not to exceed $32,000
- Discussion of revisions to facility rental policy addressing illegal parking at Brentwood Stadium and pool capacity limits
- Update on council vacancy: 12 letters of interest received, interviews completed, appointment expected next week
Borough Council
This is the annual reorganization meeting where newly elected and re-elected council members take the oath of office, and council elects its president, vice-president, and president pro tem. The council will also vote on a resolution to reappoint John Balkovec as Emergency Management Coordinator for a two-year term. Additionally, the council must address a vacant seat after Dennis Troy declined to take the oath, with a 30-day deadline to appoint a replacement.
- Oath of office for re-elected council members Mike Foyle, Rich Schubert, and Harold Smith
- Election of council president, vice-president, and president pro tem
- Resolution No. 2024-01: reappointment of John Balkovec as Emergency Management Coordinator through December 31, 2025
- Letter from Dennis Troy declining to take oath, creating a vacant council seat
- Search committee to fill vacant council seat within 30 days (by January 31, 2024)