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LansdalePA averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$319,000 Typical home value $508,157 +1.8% yr/yr · +26.2% 5-yr
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Who’s on the Electric Committee
Municipal budget
Total revenue$45.4M (FY2023)
Total spending$48.2M (FY2023)
Taxes$10.1M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$25.6M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$2,547 (FY2023)
Recent meetings
Thu Aug 20, 2026
Environmental Advisory Commission
EAC plans tree planting, native tree giveaway, and recycling events
The Lansdale Environmental Advisory Commission is meeting to review past events and plan upcoming activities, including a rain barrel event, nature walk, electronic recycling, and bird walks. They will also coordinate volunteer efforts for tree planting and streambank restoration along North Neshaminy Creek and distribute 100 native trees. Subcommittees on trees, energy, plastic reduction, and Bird Town will provide updates.
- Tree planting/streambank restoration on North Neshaminy Creek on Oct 24 (rain date Oct 25)
- Giveaway of 100 native trees (arriving Oct 13)
- Electronic recycling event Sept 16
- First Friday event Sept 4
- We Conserve 2026 conference Oct 24 ($81 with code)
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Borough of Lansdale
Environmental Advisory Commission
Agenda
August 20, 2026
6:30pm –Borough Hall
Business Items:
1) Review and approve July meeting notes
2) Past EAC events
a) Rain Barrel Event - RG
b) Nature Walk - RG
3) Upcoming EAC events/possible events
a) First Friday –Sept 4th
b) Electronic Recycle – Connie -Sept 16th
c) Bird Walk– Wayne
i)
Next ones – Oct 10th and Dec 5th
d) Possible invasive removal on Wissahickon with WRV
e) WWTP – work with and find volunteers for tree planting/streambank restoration on
North Neshaminy Creek - Oct 24th (rain date Oct 25th)
f)
WWTP – work with EAC to coordinate to give out 100 native trees – trees to arrive Oct
13th
4) Subcommittee report
a) Trees –David C., Wayne S., Mike B., Rob G
i)
Rob to update
b) Energy - Connie L., Austin M., Matt
i)
Ready for 100 – Report
(1) Meeting updates
c) Plastic reduction - Sean W., Deb F, Sean G.
i)
Updates – Outreach
ii) Survey update
iii) Next steps
d) Bird Town – Rob G/Wayne
i)
To update
Old Business
a) Movie update - Deb
New Business:
a) We Conserve 2026 EAC and Municipal Sustainability Conference Oct 24th 8-3:30 PM
a. $81 with code
b) Meeting Attendence
Public Comment:
Next Meeting: Sept 17, 2026 @ 6:30 pm Borough Hall
Wed Aug 19, 2026
Business Meetings
Council to vote on zoning amendments, police exam changes, and W. Main St. speed limits
Lansdale Borough Council will hold public hearings on residential zoning and transit-oriented development (TOD) text amendments, followed by votes to adopt the corresponding ordinances. The agenda includes motions to reduce the speed limit on a portion of W. Main St., amend civil service test scores for police officer exams, and approve a cooperative agreement with the NPSD police department. Additionally, the council will review the Treasurer’s Report showing $26.3 million in total cash and approve a check warrant totaling $1.28 million.
- Adoption of Ord. 2012 for Residential B&C text amendments and Ord. 2013 for Transit-oriented Overlay District (TOD) amendments
- Adoption of Ord. 2015 to reduce the speed limit on a portion of W. Main St.
- Adoption of Ord. 2014 to amend Civil Service test scores for police officer exams
- Authorization of a change order for the WWTP Aeration project and final payment for the Whites Road Chemical Feed project
- Approval of a special event for St. Stan’s Church and free parking for Restaurant Week (Aug 24–30)
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AGENDA
LANSDALE BOROUGH COUNCIL MEETING
WEDNESDAY AUGUST 19, 2026
1 Vine Street, Lansdale PA 19446
7:00PM
1. Meeting called to order by Council President, Meg Currie Teoh
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Silent Meditation
4. Roll Call
5. President’s Comments
6. Petitions– Council may consider receiving written petitions. They may be read to a limit of five minutes,
being manifestly clear that there will be no verbal discussion or response to the petitions until that time
designated for the hearing of persons later in the meeting.
7. Presentations:
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Public Hearing – Residential B&C text amendment
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Public Hearing – TOD Overlay District text amendment
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Conditional Use Hearing – 335 N. Broad Street
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Conditional Use Hearing – 864 W. 5th Street
8. Lansdale residents to be heard on any item (five minutes)
9. Action Items:
A. Councilman Herbert - Motion to approve the Treasurer’s Report.
B. Councilman Herbert - Motion to approve the check warrant.
C. Councilman Herbert - Motion to approve the July Council meeting minutes.
D. Vice President Razzak – Motion to adopt Ord. 2012 re: Residential B&C amendments.
E. Vice President Razzak – Motion to adopt Ord. 2013 re: Transit-oriented Overlay District (TOD)
amendments.
F. Councilman Yetter – Motion to adopt Res. 26-24 re: grant application for DCED Main St. Matters
Business Improvement District (BID).
G. Councilman Carroll – Motion to adopt Res. 26-25 re: Municibid online auction items.
H. Councilman Carro …
Tue Aug 18, 2026
Zoning Hearing Board
Zoning Board to hear requests for group home and senior meal business
The Zoning Hearing Board will review two applications for zoning relief and a special exception. The board will determine if the requested uses are permitted at the specified locations in Lansdale Borough.
- Request by Sunlight of the Spirit House for 101 E. Main Street to allow 18 residents instead of 8 and waive off-street parking requirements
- Request by Kevin Lee (ASIATE Senior Meal Prep and Delivery) for a special exception to operate a senior meal preparation/catering business at 628 E. Main Street
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NOTICE
ZONING HEARING BOARD
LANSDALE, PENNSYLVANIA
NOTICE is hereby given by the Borough of Lansdale that the following Zoning applications
will be heard at a public hearing scheduled for Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at Lansdale Borough
Hall, One Vine Street, Lansdale, PA. The hearings are as follows and will be heard at 7:00 p.m.
To hear the application of:
1. Sunlight of the Spirit House , 340 Indian Creek Road, Harleysville , PA 19436
(hereinafter “Applicant”). The Subject Property is located at 101 E. Main Street, Tax Parcel No.
11-00-10016-00-8, Lansdale Borough, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania (hereinafter “Subject
Property”). According to Montgomery County records, the Subject Property is owned by Sosnff
Holdings LLC, 229 E. Mount Kirk Avenue, Eagleville, PA 19403. The Subject Property is located
in the Business District and Downtown Overlay District of Lansdale Borough, and the Applicant
is requesting zoning relief from Section 405- 201, to allow the group home to provide for 18
residents, where 8 residents is permitted. The Applicant is also requesting zoning relief from
Section 405-1909, to have no off-street parking spaces, where 6 or 7 parking spaces are required.
2. Kevin Lee, 628 E. Main Street, Lansdale, PA 19446 (hereinafter “Applicant”). The
Applicant is affiliated with ASIATE Senior Meal Prep and Delivery. The Applicant is the
equitable owner or proposed tenant of real property located at 628 E. Main Street, Tax Parcel No.
11-00-1028 …
Mon Aug 17, 2026
Economic Development Committee
Lansdale EDC to discuss $51,850 Main Street grant for BID creation
The Economic Development Committee will discuss a PA DCED Main Street Matters grant application to create a business improvement district (BID), with a total project cost of $51,850 and a required 30% match of $15,555. The committee will also review Main Street cleanup plans, budget funding for communications, and begin drafting mission and vision statements for the Main Street program.
- Main Street Matters grant application: $51,850 total cost, $15,555 match, $36,295 grant request, deadline 8/31/2026
- Main Street cleanup led by Strong Towns Lansdale on 8/23/26 at 10:00 a.m.
- About $7,500 in current budget funding available for Main Street communications
- Discussion on Main Street mission and vision statements and map
- Upcoming events: Farmers Market, Concerts in the Park, Restaurant Week, Founders Day, Beer Tasting Festival
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Borough of Lansdale
Economic Development Committee
Agenda
8/17/2026
6:30 pm – Borough Hall Council Chambers
Chairperson Mike Yetter
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Approval of Minutes:
Minutes July 20th
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Main Street Manager Updates
PA DCED Main Street Matters grant application for business improvement district (BID) creation.
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Brief overview of grant opportunity; pointing out that a BID is separate from the Main Street
designation, plan and process.
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Estimated total project cost $51,850. A 30% match of the total project cost would be $15,555,
and the Main Street Matters grant request would be $36,295.
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Resolution needed from Borough Council.
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Grant application deadline 8/31/2026.
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Goal for EDC is to inform.
Main Street clean up led by Strong Towns Lansdale at 10:00 a.m. on 8/23/26.
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Goal is to get Main Street cleaned up in preparation for Founders Day.
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Goal for EDC meeting is to inform.
Update on Lansdale current budget funding that might be available for Main Street communications.
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About $7,500.
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Goal for EDC meeting is to inform and discuss.
Main Street designation process timeline.
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See slide 2 in the attached PowerPoint.
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Goal for the EDC meeting would be to go over the timeline at a high level.
Main Street America Four Points
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See slide 3 in the attached PowerPoint.
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Goal for the EDC meeting is to inform, and to keep in mind when developing the Mission and
Vision Statements, and Main Street Map.
Main Street Mission and Vision Statements Explanation
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Mon Aug 17, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to review Broad St conditional use, Foundry Yards plan
The Lansdale Planning Commission will consider several land-use items, including a conditional use application for 335 N Broad St and the preliminary and final land development plan for Foundry Yards at 864 W. Fifth St. The commission may also act on a Shade Tree Commission ordinance and a secondary parking ordinance amendment. Public comment is allowed on each action item before votes.
- 335 N Broad St – Conditional Use Application
- Foundry Yards – 864 W. Fifth St. Preliminary & Final Land Development
- Shade Tree Commission Ordinance
- Secondary Parking Ordinance Amendment
- Zoning Hearing Board: 101 E Main St group home for 18 residents, no off-street parking; 628 E Main St senior meal prep/catering special exception
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Borough of Lansdale
Planning Commission Agenda
August 17, 2026
7:30 PM – Lansdale Borough Hall
Chairperson: Michael Panachyda
o Approval of Planning Commission Minutes:
o July 20, 2026, meeting minutes*
Note: The public will have an opportunity to comment on each action item before the committee takes a vote
o New Business:
o Old Business:
o 335 N Broad St – Conditional Use Application*
o Foundry Yards – 864 W. Fifth St. Preliminary & Final Land Development*
o Shade Tree Commission Ordinance*
o Secondary Parking Ordinance Amendment*
o Other Business:
o Zoning Hearing Board Meeting:
Tuesday August 18, 2026, at 7:00 PM:
o 101 E Main St:
• Requesting Zoning Relief to allow a group home to provide for 18 residents where 8 is
permitted and to have no off-street parking spaces, where 6 to 7 spaces are required.
o 628 E Main St:
• Requesting a Special Exception to use the property for a senior meal preparation/catering
business.
o Public Comment:
UPCOMING PUBLIC MEETINGS:
1. August 18, 2026, 7:00 PM
Zoning Hearing Board Meeting
2. August 19, 2026, 7:00 PM
Business Meeting
3. August 20, 2026 6:30 PM
Environmental Advisory Commission
*
Denotes Possible Action Item
One Vine
Street
Lansdale, PA
215.368.1691
WWW.LANSDALE.ORG
Wed Aug 5, 2026
Public Works & WWTP Committee
Lansdale committee to review sewer, stormwater, and road projects
The Public Works & WWTP Committee will discuss and potentially act on several infrastructure projects, including the Whites Road Chemical Feed, Salford Ave and Derstine Ave sewer/stormwater work, and an aeration upgrade. Updates will cover traffic calming policy, microsurfacing, ADA ramps, and streambank restoration. The agenda also includes a road degradation ordinance and standard construction details.
- Whites Road Chemical Feed Project
- Salford Ave and Derstine Ave Sanitary Sewer and Stormwater Project
- Aeration Upgrade Project
- 2026 L.F. Microsurfacing Program
- Road Degradation Ordinance
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Borough of Lansdale
Public Works & WWTP Committee Agenda
August 5, 2026
6:30 pm
Borough Council Chambers
Chairperson: Rich DiGregorio
Approval of Minutes
NOTE: The public will have an opportunity to comment on each action item before the committee takes a vote
1. Public Works Action Items
1.1 N/A
2. WWTP Action Items
2.1. Whites Road Chemical Feed Project*
2.2 Salford Ave and Derstine Ave Sanitary Sewer and Stormwater Project*
2.3 Aeration Upgrade Project*
3. Public Comment
4. Public Works Update
4.1. Traffic Calming Implementation Policy
4.2. 2026 L.F. Microsurfacing Program
4.3. W. Third & Edgemont ADA Ramps & Paving
5. WWTP Update
5.1. WWTP/MS4 Update
5.2. Neshaminy Streambank Restoration Project
5.3 Cannon Ave and Poplar Ave Sanitary Sewer and Stormwater Project
6. Other Business Items
6.1. Road Degradation Ordinance
6.2. Borough Standard Construction Details
7. Old Business
8. New Business
9. Public Comment
*Possible Action Item at Business Meeting
One Vine Street
Lansdale, PA 19446
215.368.1691
WWW.LANSDALE.ORG
Wed Aug 5, 2026
Public Safety Committee
Council to vote on free parking for Restaurant Week and school police pact
The Public Safety Committee will consider several action items, including approving free parking in the borough for Restaurant Week (August 24-30, 2026), a resolution for cooperation between the North Penn School District Police and Lansdale Borough Police, and a special event permit for a religious procession. They will also review the July Public Safety Performance Report and hear from the Fire Department and Fire Marshal. The meeting includes public comment periods and votes on these items.
- Free parking in the Borough for Restaurant Week, 08/24/2026-08/30/2026
- Resolution between North Penn School District Police Department and Lansdale Borough Police Department
- Special event 'Procession for Our Lady of Guadalupe' on December 12, 2026, 5:30pm-8:30pm
- July Public Safety Performance Report
- Main and Wood Streets Loading Zones Update
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Borough of Lansdale
Public Safety Committee
Agenda
August 5, 2026
6:30 pm
LBH, Council Chambers
I. Old Business:
A. Approval of Public Safety Minutes from July 1, 2026
B. Main and Wood Streets Loading Zones Update
II. New Business:
A. Motion to approve Free Parking in the Borough for Restaurant Week-
08/24/2026-08/30/2026 *
1. Public Comment
2. Vote
B. Motion to approve the Resolution between North Penn School District Police
Department and Lansdale Borough Police Department *
1. Public Comment
2. Vote
C. Motion to approve Special Event “Procession for Our Lady of Guadalupe” on
December 12, 2026, from 5:30pm-8:30pm *
1. Public Comment
2. Vote
D. July Public Safety Performance Report
III. Fire Department and Fire Marshal Repor t
IV. Open Public Comment
*Possible Action Item
Wed Aug 5, 2026
Administration & Finance Committee
Committee to review finances, parking funds, and manager hiring
The Administration & Finance Committee will review the financial report as of June 30, 2026, and receive updates on the assistant borough manager hiring process and parking fund status. They will also discuss Parking Authority responsibilities. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.
- Review financial report as of 6/30/2026
- Update on assistant borough manager hiring process
- Update on parking fund and Parking Authority's funds
- Discussion of Parking Authority responsibilities
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Borough of Lansdale
Administration & Finance Committee Agenda
August 5, 2026
6:30pm
Chairperson: Garry Herbert
1. Approval of Meeting Minutes
July 1, 2026
2. Review Financial Report as of 6/30/2026
3. New Business:
4. Committee Business Items:
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Update- Assistant Borough Manager hiring process
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Update – Parking fund and Parking Authority’s funds
5. Informational Items
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Parking Authority responsibilities discussion.
6. Public Comment
* denotes possible action items at the Business Meeting
Wed Aug 5, 2026
Code Enforcement & Land Planning Committee
Lansdale committee to discuss zoning relief for group home at 101 E Main St
The Code Enforcement and Land Planning Committee will hold a conditional use hearing for 864 W. 5th Street and discuss zoning relief for a group home at 101 E Main St. They will also review old business items including a secondary parking commercial zoning amendment, adoption of property maintenance and fire codes, and a proposed ordinance for restoration services registration.
- Conditional use hearing for 864 W. 5th Street on August 19, 2026 (informational only)
- Zoning relief for group home at 101 E Main St to allow 18 residents (8 permitted) and no off-street parking
- Discussion of secondary parking commercial zoning amendment
- Adoption of 2021 International Property Maintenance Code & International Fire Code
- Proposed ordinance: Registration of Restoration Services
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Borough of Lansdale
Code Enforcement and Land Planning Committee
Agenda
August 5, 2026
7:30 pm, Caucus Room
1 Vine Street, Lansdale PA 19446
Chairperson: Rafia Razzak
o Approval of Minutes:
- Approval of June 3, 2026, Meeting Minutes*
Note: The public will have an opportunity to comment on each action item before the committee takes a vote
o Committee Business Items:
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864 W. 5th Street Conditional Use Hearing – August 19, 2026 – Informational Only
o Department Activity:
o Planning Commission Report:
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Planning Commission Meeting July 20th
o Zoning Hearing Board:
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101 E Main St; requesting zoning relief to allow the group home to provide for 18 residents, where 8 residents
is permitted along with zoning relief to have no off-street parking spaces
o Public Comment:
o New Business:
o Old Business:
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Secondary Parking Commercial Zoning Amendment - Discussion
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Adopt 2021 International Property Maintenance Code & International Fire Code
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New Ordinance Proposed: Registration of Restoration Services
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Sidewalk Trip Hazzard
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Elimination of parking requirements borough-wide
UPCOMING PUBLIC MEETINGS:
1. August 17, 2026, 6:30 PM
Economic Development Committee Meeting
2. August 17, 2026, 7:30 PM
Planning Commission Meeting
3. August 18, 2026, 7:00 PM
Zoning Hearing Board Meeting
4. August 19, 2026, 7:00 PM
Business Meeting
5. August 20, 2026, 6:30 PM
Environmental Advisory Commission
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Wed Aug 5, 2026
Parks & Recreation Committee
Committee to discuss e-bike policy, pool updates, and August events
The Parks & Recreation Committee will vote on the July 1 minutes and receive updates on August events, pool hours, e-bike/e-scooter policy, White's Road Pool, Liberty Bell Trail Phase III, and the Comprehensive Park Plan. Public comment is heard after each action item.
- Approval of July 1, 2026 minutes
- Dive-In Movie (Luca) August 7 at Fourth Street Pool
- Puppy Plunge August 19 at Fourth Street Pool
- Lansdale Festival of the Arts August 29 at Memorial Park
- E-Bikes/E-Scooters Policy discussion
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Borough of Lansdale
Parks & Recreation Committee
Agenda
August 5, 2026
7:30pm
Chairperson: BJ Breish
ACTION ITEMS – PUBLIC COMMENT TO BE HEARD AFTER EACH ACTION ITEM
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Approval of Minutes – July 1, 2026
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS/DEPARTMENT UPDATES
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August Events
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Dive-In Movie (Luca): August 7 at Fourth Street Pool
o
Puppy Plunge: August 19 at Fourth Street Pool
o
Lansdale Festival of the Arts: August 29 at Memorial Park
o
Summer Concert Series: Tuesdays, 7pm at White’s Road Park
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August Pool Hours and Closures
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E-Bikes/E-Scooters Policy
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White’s Road Pool Update
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Pool Member Report
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Liberty Bell Trail Phase III Update
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Comprehensive Park, Recreation, and Open Space Plan Update
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Tree Lighting + Lansdale Business Alliance Collaboration
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Old Business
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New Business
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Public Comment
Wed Aug 5, 2026
Electric Committee
Electric Committee to review $166,414 utility truck payment
The Lansdale Electric Committee is meeting to discuss routine operational items, including approval of minutes, auction of vehicles, capital materials for the Stony Creek Substation, an energy independence update, and a payment of $166,414 for a 2026 Altec AT367G utility truck. Several items may lead to action at a future business meeting.
- Approval of minutes
- Vehicles to be sold at auction
- Capital material for Stony Creek Substation
- EAC Energy Independence update
- 2026 Altec AT367G utility truck payment of $166,414
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Borough of Lansdale
Electric Committee Agenda
August 5, 2027, 7:30 PM
Conference Room 201A/B
Chairperson: Andrew Carroll
Committee Business Items
1. Approval of Minutes*
2. Vehicles to be sold at Auction*
3. Capital Material Stony Creek Substation*
4. EAC Energy Independence Update*
5. 2026 Altec AT367G Utility Truck payment $166,414.00
6. Department Operations
7. Old Business
8. New Business
*Possible Action Item at Business Meeting
One Vine Street
Lansdale, PA 19446
215.368.1691
WWW.LANSDALE.ORG
Wed Aug 5, 2026
Work Sessions
Council to approve $2.07M check warrant for August 5, 2026
The Lansdale Borough Council will hold a work session on August 5, 2026, to receive committee reports and hear public comment. The main action item is a motion to approve the check warrant totaling $2,071,225.00, which includes payments for power, health insurance, a new truck, and pool renovations. The meeting is otherwise procedural.
- Approve check warrant of $2,071,225.00
- Payment of $974,450.08 to American Municipal Power for monthly power sales
- Payment of $166,414.00 to Altec for 2026 Ram 5500
- Payment of $59,850.00 to All State Technology for Whites Road Pool renovation
- Payment of $239,971.57 to Delaware Valley Health Trust for August health insurance
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AGENDA
LANSDALE BOROUGH COUNCIL WORK SESSION
WEDNESDAY AUGUST 5, 2026
MUNICPAL COMPLEX, 1 VINE STREET
8:30PM
1. Meeting called to order by Council President, Meg Currie Teoh
2. Pledge of Allegiance & Silent Meditation
3. Roll Call
4. Committee Reports:
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Administration & Finance Committee – Councilman Herbert, Chairman
A. Councilman Herbert – Motion to approve check warrant
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Code Enforcement & Land Planning – Vice President Razzak, Chairwoman
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Economic Development Comm. – Councilman Yetter, Chairman
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Electric Committee – Councilman Carroll, Chairman
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Parks and Recreation Committee – Councilman Breish, Chairman
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Public Safety Committee – Councilwoman Fuller, Chairwoman
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Public Works Committee – Councilman DiGregorio, Chairman
5. Announcements
6. Public Comment
• Lansdale Residents to be heard on any Work Session Agenda Items
(Limited to 5 minutes per resident)
7. Adjournment
**The Business Meeting of Lansdale Borough Council will be held on Wednesday,
August 19, 2026.
No.:
Date:
August 5, 2026
I move that:
Herbert
Seconded by:
Presented by:
A
Borough Council approve the check warrant for August 5, 2026 as per the attachment.
Resolution ( )
BOROUGH OF LANSDALE, PA.
Check one of the above with an (X)
COUNCIL, MOTION, RESOLUTION OR AS-OF-RECORD FORM
Motion (X)
Record statement ( )
Department Totals
Electric
$1,163,957.00
$974,450.00
Human Resources
$453,811.00
$239,972.00
Wastewater Treatment
$159,886.00
$166,414.00
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Thu Jul 23, 2026
Parking Authority
Lansdale Parking Authority to consider free parking for Restaurant Week
The Parking Authority will meet to discuss a motion regarding free parking for Restaurant Week. The body will also receive updates on the SEPTA parking garage agreement and wayfinding signage.
- Motion regarding free parking for Restaurant Week
- SEPTA parking garage agreement update
- Wayfinding Signage Phase 3 update
- Main Street survey results
- Parking lot maintenance bids
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Borough of Lansdale
Parking Authority
Agenda
July 23, 2026
6:30pm
One Vine Street, Lansdale
Caucus Room
Chairperson: Dan Dunigan
1. Call to Order and Roll Call
2. Public Comment
3. Motions for Consideration
a. Motion re: Approval of Meeting Minutes
b. Motion re: Free parking Restaurant Week
4. Treasurer Report
5. Ongoing Business
• SEPTA parking garage agreement update– Joe Clement
• Private/Public shared parking lots - update
• Wayfinding Signage Phase 3 - update
• Park Mobile reports
6. New Business
7. Informational Items
• Admin & Finance will be discussing the future and necessity of the LPA
• Main Street survey results – Alex Sickler
• Parking lot maintenance bids – prepared and read to be advertised
8. Adjournment
Tue Jul 21, 2026
Zoning Hearing Board
Zoning board to hear carport setback variance for 509 Columbia Ave
The Lansdale Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing on July 21, 2026, to consider an application from Brian Brandt for zoning relief at 509 Columbia Avenue. The applicant seeks a variance from Section 405-1904.A to allow an accessory carport to extend into both rear and side yard setbacks in the Class A Zoning District. The board will also deliberate and render a decision after the hearing.
- Brian Brandt requests variance for carport setbacks at 509 Columbia Avenue (Tax Parcel 11-00-02480-00-2)
- Property is in Class A Zoning District; relief sought from Section 405-1904.A
- Public hearing scheduled for 7:00 p.m. at Lansdale Borough Hall
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NOTICE
ZONING HEARING BOARD
LANSDALE, PENNSYLVANIA
NOTICE is hereby given by the Borough of Lansdale that the following Zoning applications
will be heard at a public hearing scheduled for Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at Lansdale Borough Hall,
One Vine Street, Lansdale, PA. The hearings are as follows and will be heard at 7:00 p.m.
To hear the application of:
1. Brian Brandt, 509 Columbia Avenue, Lansdale, PA 19446 (hereinafter “Applicant”).
The Applicant is the owner of real property located at 509 Columbia Avenue, Tax Parcel No. 11-
00-02480-00-2, Lansdale Borough, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania (hereinafter “Subject
Property”). The Subject Property is located in the Class A Zoning District of Lansdale Borough,
and the Applicant is requesting zoning relief from Section 405- 1904.A, to allow an accessory
structure (carport) to extend into both the rear yard as well as the side yard setbacks.
All interested parties will be given an opportunity to be heard. At the completion of
the hearing, the Board will continue in public meeting to discuss the above Applications
and to render its decision thereon, unless it deems additional time is required for
consideration and discussion, in which latter case it will hold an adjourned Public Meeting
at an announced date and time for that purpose. Copies of the application, exhibits, site
plans or other materials received by the Borough in connection with the above matter are
on file with the Zoning Officer at the Borou …
Mon Jul 20, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission reviews conditional use applications and zoning amendments
The Planning Commission will consider several new business items including transit-oriented design and residential text amendments. The agenda also includes conditional use applications for 335 N Broad St and 864 W. Fifth St.
- Small Parcel - Transit Oriented Design Prefer & Advertise
- Residential B & C and Townhouse Text Amendment Draft Prepare & Advertise
- 335 N Broad St – Conditional Use Application
- 864 W. Fifth St – Conditional Use Application
- Secondary Parking Zoning Amendment
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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends 3 zoning text amendments to Council
The Lansdale Planning Commission unanimously recommended three text amendments to Borough Council: the Small Parcel Transit Oriented Design amendment for 1180 Church Rd, the Residential B & C and Townhouse amendment with two changes, and a conditional use for 864 W Fifth St. The 335 N Broad St convenience store application was tabled for further safety review. All votes were 6-0.
- Approved Small Parcel Transit Oriented Text Amendment for 1180 Church Rd (6-0)
- Approved Residential B & C and Townhouse Text Amendment with changes (6-0)
- Approved Conditional Use for 864 W Fifth St (6-0)
- Tabled 335 N Broad St convenience store application for safety review
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Planning Commission Agenda
July 20, 2026
7:30 PM – Lansdale Borough Hall
Chairperson: Michael Panachyda
o A
pproval of Planning Commission Minutes:
o April 20, 2026, May 18, 2026, & June 15, 2026, meeting minutes*
N
ote: The public will have an opportunity to comment on each action item before the committee takes a vote
o Ne
w Business:
o Small Parcel -Transit Oriented Design Prefer & Advertise*
o Residential B & C and Townhouse Text Amendment Draft Prepare & Advertise*
o 335 N Broad St – Conditional Use Application*
o 864 W. Fifth St – Conditional Use Application*
o O
ld Business:
o Secondary Parking Zoning Amendment
o O
ther Business:
o Zon
ing Hearing Board Meeting:
Tuesday July 21, 2026, at 7:00 PM:
509 Columbia Ave: Relief to allow an accessory structure (carport) to extend into both the rear yard
and side yard setbacks.
o P
ublic Comment:
U
PCOMING PUBLIC MEETINGS:
1. July 21, 2026, 7:00 PM Zoning Hearing Board Meeting
* Denotes Possible Action Item
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Lansdale, PA
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Planning Commission Minutes
July 20, 2026 – 7:30 PM
One Vine St., Lansdale Pa
Council Chambers
• Commissioner’s Present:
Mike Panachyda – Chairman
Mike Bueke CO Chairman
Sam Carlo
Kevin Dunigan
Chris Milheim
John Chircho
Carole Farrell-Absent
• Also Present:
Richard Lesniak, Director of Code Enforcement & Emergency Services
Kelly Reilly, Kennedy & Associates
Rafia Razzak, Lansdale Borough Council
Jason Van Dame, Building Code Official
Margaux Petruska, Montgomery County Planning Commission
Chris Canavan, WB Homes
BJ Breish, Lansdale Borough Council
Masuder Rahman, Property Owner
Mr. Panachyda called the meeting to order at 7:34 P.M. followed by a pledge of allegiance.
Approval of Meeting Minutes:
Mr. Dunigan made a motion to approve the Meeting minutes for April 20, 2026, May 18, 2026,
and June 15, 2026. Mr. Carlo seconded the motion. Decision unanimous 6 to 0.
• New Business:
Small Parcel – Transit Oriented Design:
Present this evening Mr. Chris Canavan, WB Homes requesting the Planning Commission,
recommends to Borough Council the Text Amendment for 1180 Church Rd. which they are
the equitable owners of. The draft Ordinance has been advertised and the Conditional Use
Hearing, which this process requires will be held Wednesday August 19, 2026, before the
Council Meeting.
Feedback from Council and audience members regarding the proposed 74-unit townhome
community, on Ma …
Mon Jul 20, 2026
Economic Development Committee
Committee will consider changing its meeting day and time
The Economic Development Committee will approve the minutes from the June 15 meeting. Members will discuss updates including the Main Street Manager welcome, subcommittee priorities, the Lansdale Business Alliance, and Discover Lansdale initiatives. The committee will review upcoming community events such as the Lansdale Farmers Market, Concerts in the Park, and the 2026 Lansdale Beer Tasting Festival. New business includes consideration of a new meeting day and time for the committee.
- Welcome of Main Street Manager David Cohen and discussion of MSM role and goals
- Update from the Lansdale Business Alliance
- Update on Discover Lansdale initiatives
- Announcement of Lansdale Farmers Market at 400 Penn St (Saturdays, May 9–Dec 19, 9 am–12:30 pm)
- Consideration of a new meeting day and time for the committee
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✓ Decided: Committee approves June minutes, welcomes new Main Street Manager
The Economic Development Committee approved the June 15, 2026 meeting minutes (7-0) and welcomed new Main Street Manager David Cohen, who outlined initial goals including pursuing state and national Main Street designation and applying for a Pennsylvania DCED grant. The committee heard a presentation on the 'Lansdale College Town' project and agreed to have staff review a funding request for an in-person seminar. No formal votes were taken on substantive items; the meeting was largely informational and procedural.
- Approved June 15, 2026 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Welcomed David Cohen as Main Street Manager
- Agreed to staff review of funding request for College Town seminar
- Assigned Business of the Month presentations (Yetter for September, Freeburn for December)
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Economic Development Committee
Agenda
July 20, 2026
6:30 pm – Borough Hall Council Chambers
Chairperson Mike Yetter
o Approval of Minutes: Minutes June 15th*
o Committee Business Items:
• Main Street Manager – Welcome David Cohen
• MSM Role and Initial Goals
• Subcommittee Update / Priorities List
Commerce – Mike Yetter, Doug Bellenger, Tom McKee
Experience - BJ Breish, Peter Worthington, Sam Freeburn
Marketing - Andrew Carroll, Robert Panico, Tony DiDomizio
• Lansdale Business Alliance Update
• Discover Lansdale Update
o Borough Events/Discover Lansdale Events;
• EDC/DL Survey Reveal and React Session Wednesday, July 22 7pm at Borough Hall
• Lansdale Farmers Market -400 Penn St Saturdays May 9th – December 19th 9AM -12:30PM
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• Concerts in the Park Series, Tuesdays, June 16th-August 18th, Whites Road Park Lansdale.org/146/Activities-
Events
• Discover Lansdale First Friday August 7th 6pm-9pm
• Lansdale Restaurant Week August 24th – 30th
• Founders Day Saturday August 29th
• 2026 Lansdale Beer Tasting Festival Saturday September 12th, Memorial Park
• Parks & Recreation 2026 Summer Guide Adult & Youth Programs: https://www.lansdale.org/145/Parks-
Recreation
o Old Business
o New Business
• Consideration for a new meeting day and time
o Public Comment
* Possible Action Item
The next meeting of the Economic Development Committee will be held on Monday, August 17, 2026.
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Meeting of the
Economic Development Committee
July 20, 2026
6:30 pm, Council Chambers
Members’ Present
Michael Yetter, Chair
Doug Bellenger, Vice Chair
Andrew Carroll
BJ Breish
Thomas McKee
Peter Worthington
Tony DiDomizio - Absent
Rob Panico
Samuel Freeburn
Also, Present
Jason Van Dame
David Cohen, Main Street Manager
Approval of Meeting Minutes
Mr. Breish made a motion to approve the meeting minutes from June 15, 2026, Mr.
Worthington seconded, and the Committee voted 7:0; the minutes have been approved.
Committee Business Items:
o
Main Street Manager – Welcome Mr. David Cohen
•
Welcome Mr. David Cohen, Lansdale Borough Main Street Manager. David is an AICP
certified urban planner with extensive experience in economic development, strategic
programming and grant management.
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Mr. Cohen has secured over $100 million in reginal and municipal funding, previously served
as Director of Regional Planning at the Lehigh Valley Planning Commission.
•
Mr. Cohen is already collaborating with Discover Lansdale on a perception survey and the
Main Street designation process.
o Main Street Manager Role and Initial Goals:
•
Mr. Cohen shared the Main Street Manager Roles and Goals:
o Roles:
o Main Street Program Framewo …
Thu Jul 16, 2026
Environmental Advisory Commission
Lansdale Environmental Advisory Commission plans series of community events
The commission is meeting to coordinate upcoming environmental events and receive subcommittee updates. Discussions include plastic reduction outreach and energy reports. No official votes or ordinances are listed on the agenda.
- Rain Barrel event on July 30th
- First Friday Dog Days of Summer on August 7th
- Nature walk on August 15th
- Electronic Recycle event on September 16th
- Bird Walks scheduled for October 10th and December 5th
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Borough of Lansdale Environmental Advisory Commission Agenda July 16, 2026 6:30pm –Borough Hall Business Items: 1) Review and approve May and June meeting notes 2) Associate member opening - updates 3) Past EAC events a) No past recent events 4) Upcoming EAC events –promote– a) First Friday –August 7– Dog Days of Summer b) Rain Barrel – July 30th – Sean W any help needed? c) Nature walk – Austin – Aug 15th d) Electronic Recycle – Connie -Sept 16th e) Bird Walk– Wayne i) Next ones – Oct 10th and Dec 5th 5) Subcommittee report a) Trees –David C., Wayne S., Mike B., Rob G i) Rob to update b) Energy - Connie L., Austin M., Matt i) Ready for 100 – Report (1) Meeting updates c) Plastic reduction - Sean W., Deb F, Sean G. i) Updates – Outreach ii) Survey update iii) Next steps
d) Bird Town – Rob G/Wayne i) To update Old Business a) Movie update - Deb New Business: Public Comment: Next Meeting: Aug 20, 2026 @ 6:30 pm Borough Hall
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- Borough of Lansdale -
Environmental Advisory Commission
Meeting Minutes
July 16, 2026
Attendees: Members: Rob Gladfelter (Chair); Connie Lezenby (Vice Chair); Sean Weatherwax; Mike
Beuke; Sean Greene
Associate Members: Wayne Stratz; Austin Miller
Borough Staff:
Regrets: John Ernst – Borough Manager; David Campolongo (Treasurer); Deb Faulkner; Matt Roth;
Isabella Caldwell
Public:
Meeting Notes:
1. Reviewed and approved meeting minutes for both May and June meetings.
2. Opening for Commission Member:
a. Rob G noted that he has heard some interest in filling a position, but nobody has made
anything official. He will wait until next month to see if anyone comes forward before
sending to the Appointment Committee.
3. Past events
a. There were no recent events discussed
4. Upcoming events
a. August 7th First Friday – Rob G. noted that he could be at the table. The team discussed
noting how to bring sustainability to Dog Days of Summer – biodegradable doggie doo
bags and bells on outdoor cats were discussed.
b. Rain Barrel event –July 30th at the Wissahickon Building, Sean W stated that he could
not attend due to a conflict with work. Rob G noted he would attend. At that point, there
were 7 people signed up.
c. Nature walk August 15th at Hidden Valley – Austin noted that he had not checked in to
see if anyone had signed up, but would still be available to run
5. Subcommittee reports
a. Trees –
i. Rob noted that he was preparing a revise …
Wed Jul 15, 2026
Business Meetings
Lansdale Borough Council to consider zoning changes and utility collection agency
Borough Council will hold a conditional use hearing for 335 N. Broad Street and vote on several ordinances, including a new noise ordinance and speed limit reductions on W. Main St. The body is also deciding on the appointment of Portnoff Law Associates as a collection agency for delinquent utility accounts.
- Appointment of Portnoff Law Associates for delinquent utilities collections
- Conditional Use Hearing for 335 N. Broad Street
- Proposed ordinances for speed limit reduction on W. Main St. and a noise ordinance amendment
- Land development for 220 E. 6th St.
- Proposals from RVE for water infiltration mitigation and third floor renovations at 421 W. Main St.
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✓ Decided: Council approves 4-home development at 220 N. Sixth Street
Lansdale Borough Council approved a land development plan for four single-family semidetached dwellings at 220 N. Sixth Street, adopted several ordinances including changes to attorney fees, handicap parking, and noise regulations, and authorized engineering contracts for water infiltration work. The council also approved a police chief employment agreement and continued a conditional use hearing for 335 N. Broad Street to August 19, 2026.
- Approved preliminary and final land development for 4 homes at 220 N. Sixth Street (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance 2007 amending attorney fees and interest for delinquent accounts (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 26-22 appointing Portnoff Law Associates for delinquent utility collections (unanimous)
- Authorized Remington & Vernick contract for water infiltration mitigation at 421 W. Main St., not to exceed $54,600 (unanimous)
- Approved employment agreement with Police Chief Ryan Devlin effective Jan. 1, 2026 (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance 2008 adding handicap parking at 413 Delaware Ave. (6-2)
- Adopted Ordinance 2010 amending noise code for motor vehicle noise (unanimous)
- Continued conditional use hearing for 335 N. Broad St. to Aug. 19, 2026 (unanimous)
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AGENDA
LANSDALE BOROUGH COUNCIL MEETING
WEDNESDAYJULY 15, 2026
1 Vine Street, Lansdale PA 19446
7:00PM
1. Meeting called to order by Council President, Meg Currie Teoh
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Silent Meditation
4. Roll Call
5. President’s Comments
6. Petitions– Council may consider receiving written petitions. They may be read to a limit of five minutes,
being manifestly clear that there will be no verbal discussion or response to the petitions until that time
designated for the hearing of persons later in the meeting.
7. Presentations:
• Swearing in new police officer Salvatore McGuire – Mayor Bollens
• Police Department 25-year anniversaries – Chief Devlin
• PFM Financial Advisors LLC – Jamie Schlesinger
• Conditional Use Hearing – 335 N. Broad Street
8. Lansdale residents to be heard on any item (five minutes)
9. Action Items:
A. Councilman Herbert - Motion to approve the Treasurer’s Report.
B. Councilman Herbert - Motion to approve the check warrant.
C. Councilman Herbert - Motion to approve the June Council meeting minutes.
D. Councilman Herbert – Motion to adopt Ord. 2007 re: delinquent collections for utilities
accounts.
E. Councilman Herbert – Motion to adopt Res. 26-22 re: appointment Portnoff Law Associates
collection agency for delinquent utilities accounts.
F. Councilman Herbert – Motion to approve the assessment appeal for 640 E. Main St.
G. Councilman Herbert – Motion to accept the proposal from RVE re: 421 W. Main St. water
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Business Meeting
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July 15, 2026
The Business Meeting of Lansdale Borough Council was held on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at
Lansdale Municipal Complex, One Vine Street, Lansdale, PA and called to order at 7:00 pm by
President, Meg Currie Teoh.
ROLL CALL:
(X) Councilman Breish
( ) Councilman Carroll – work commitment
(X) Councilman DiGregorio
(X) Councilwoman Fuller
(X) Councilman Herbert
(X) Councilwoman Oglesby
(X) Vice President Razzak
(X) President Currie Teoh
(X) Councilman Yetter
(X) Mayor Rachael Bollens
( ) Anna Szekely (Jr. Councilperson) - vacation
Borough Representatives:
Borough Manager, John Ernst
Borough Solicitor, Patrick Hitchens
Finance Director, Chris Shannon
Borough Engineer, Chris Fazio
Police Chief, Ryan Devlin
Parks & Rec. Dir., Courtney Fox
IT/GIS Dept., Darwin Zehr
Electric Superintendent, absent
Code Enf. & Fire Marshal, Rick Lesniak
Public Works Director, Jason Van Dame
WWTP Superintendent, Greg Rapp
Library Director, Mindy Lipsky
Residents:
Dominica Vasturia – 436 Lansdale Avenue
Alex Sickler – 109 N. Towamencin Avenue
Jess Holiday – Perkiomen Avenue
Agenda Item #5 – President’s Comments
None
Agenda Item #6 - Petitions
None
Agenda Item #7 – Presentations
1. Swearing in new police officer Salvatore McGuire – Chief Ryan Devlin introduced the
police department’s newest police officer and Mayor Bollens swore him in.
2. Chief Devlin presented Officer Dave …
Tue Jul 14, 2026
Library Board of Directors
Lansdale Public Library Board discusses upcoming programs and building status
The Board will review upcoming library programs and services including Dino Escape and National Night Out. Discussion items include updates on retirement funding, insurance quotes, and a security assessment. The Board will also address new business regarding building repairs and space requirements.
- Upcoming programs: Dino Escape (Aug 1-15), National Night Out (Aug 4), and Tattoo Event (Aug 15)
- Security Assessment status update
- Discussion of Building Repairs, Outgrowing, and Rearranging
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Agenda for the Lansdale Public Library Board of Directors Monthly Meeting Tuesday, July 14th, 2026 6:30 PM – Room 201 Borough Hall I. Call to Order II. Roll Call (Quorum) III. Upcoming Programs and Services: a) Dino Escape – August 1st through August 15th b) National Night Out – August 4th c) Tattoo Event – August 15th d) Youth July Calendar: https://lansdalelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Youth-Services-July-Calendar.pdf e) Adult July Calendar: http://lansdalelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/July-2026-Adult-Services-Print-Calendar-11-x-8.5-in-2.pdf IV. Director’s Report – Mindy Lipsky V. Treasurer's Report – Alex Turock VI. Development Update – Meredith Sossman VII. Old Business a) Department of the Borough 2026 Discussion - Progress b) SharePoint File Access c) Retirement Funding Status d) Insurance quote update e) Security Assessment – Assessment done, waiting for report f) Appeal – e-Blast, Non-donors and last summer donors VIII. New Business a) Presentation Request – Like Fairmount b) PA Forward – What do you see as a benefit - Quote c) Building Repairs, Outgrowing, Rearranging IX. Announcements X. Public Comment XI. Adjournment
Wed Jul 1, 2026
Electric Committee
Electric Committee July meeting cancelled
The Electric Committee's July 1, 2026 meeting was cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.
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Wed Jul 1, 2026
Electric Committee
Electric Committee to discuss EAC Project Energy Independence update
This is a routine meeting of the Electric Committee. The main non-procedural item is an update on the EAC Project Energy Independence. No specific proposals or votes are listed on this agenda.
- Approval of minutes (possible action item)
- EAC Project Energy Independence Update
- Department Operations overview
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Electric Committee Agenda
July 1, 2026
7:30 PM
Conference Room 201A/B
Chairperson: Andrew Carroll
Committee Business Items
1. Approval of Minutes*
2. EAC Project Energy Independence Update
3. Department Operations
4. Old Business
5. New Business
*Possible Action Item at Business Meeting
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Lansdale, PA 19446
215.368.1691
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Wed Jul 1, 2026
Public Works & WWTP Committee
Committee to discuss traffic calming policy and road ordinance
This committee meeting will discuss updates on traffic calming implementation, the 2026 microsurfacing program, ADA ramps at W. Third & Edgemont, and WWTP/MS4 matters including the Neshaminy streambank restoration project. Also up for discussion are a road degradation ordinance and borough standard construction details. No action items are scheduled for a vote at this committee meeting.
- Traffic Calming Implementation Policy
- 2026 L.F. Microsurfacing Program
- W. Third & Edgemont ADA Ramps & Paving
- Neshaminy Streambank Restoration Project
- Road Degradation Ordinance
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✓ Decided: Lansdale committee approves June minutes, reviews traffic calming and road projects
The Public Works & WWTP Committee approved the June 3, 2026 minutes (3-0) and discussed several ongoing projects. No formal action items were taken; updates were provided on traffic calming, micro-surfacing, ADA ramps, and WWTP improvements. The committee noted a contaminated PAC delivery and ongoing negotiations for sludge disposal.
- Approved June 3, 2026 meeting minutes (3-0)
- Reviewed traffic calming implementation policy with speed humps on Norway Drive and West Ward
- Noted W. Third & Edgemont ADA ramps project awarded, construction begins July 13, 2026
- Acknowledged $175,000 grant award for Cannon & Poplar Street, pending official approval
- Discussed WWTP phosphorus monitoring and contaminated PAC delivery
- Noted Neshaminy Streambank Restoration construction expected to begin July 22
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Borough of Lansdale Public Works & WWTP Committee Agenda July 1, 2026 6:30 pm Borough Council Chambers Chairperson: Rich DiGregorio Approval of Minutes NOTE: The public will have an opportunity to comment on each action item before the committee takes a vote 1. Public Works Action Items 1.1 N/A 2. WWTP Action Items 2.1. N/A 3. Public Comment 4. Public Works Update 4.1. Traffic Calming Implementation Policy 4.2. 2026 L.F. Microsurfacing Program 4.3. W. Third & Edgemont ADA Ramps & Paving 5. WWTP Update 5.1. WWTP/MS4 Update 5.2. Neshaminy Streambank Restoration Project 6. Other Business Items 6.1. Road Degradation Ordinance 6.2. Borough Standard Construction Details 7. Old Business 8. New Business 9. Public Comment *Possible Action Item at Business Meeting One Vine Street Lansdale, PA 19446 215.368.1691 WWW.LANSDALE.ORG
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Borough of Lansdale
Public Works & WWTP Committee Minutes
Meeting of July 2, 2026
Members Present
Members Absent
Rich DiGregorio, Chairman
Richard DiGregorio
BJ Breish, Councilman
Carrie Oglesby, Councilwoman
Jason Van Dame, Public Works Director
Greg Rapp, WWTP Superintendent
Christopher Fazio, RV Engineers
Minutes of the June 3, 2026, meeting were approved by a vote of 3-0.
1. Public Works Action Items
1.1 N/A
2. WWTP Action Items
2.1. N/A
3. Public Comment – No comments were made for the action item.
4. Public Works Update
4.1. Traffic Calming Implementation Policy - Study goals include reducing traffic cut-through and protecting vulnerable road users;
long term Borough review and approvals noted. Implementation focus; three speed humps on Norway Drive and six in the West
Ward first step with coordination with Perkiomen Ave micro-surfacing. Speed cushions discussed along with bump-out radii to
accommodate large emergency vehicles.
4.2. 2026 L.F. Micro-surfacing Program -Micro-surfacing explained as a road surface treatment that is funded via liquid fuels
account.
4.3 W. Third & Edgemont ADA Ramps & Paving – Project has been awarded through PennDOT Liquid Fuels and the project to
Begin July 13, 2026.
4.4 Cannon & Poplar Street – Notification has been received for an award of $175,000; the official grant approval pending and
delaying project. Temporary scratch course f …
Wed Jul 1, 2026
Work Sessions
Council to vote on $671,406 check warrant
The Lansdale Borough Council is holding a work session with committee reports and public comment. The only substantive item is a motion to approve a check warrant totaling $671,406 for departmental expenses including payroll, insurance, pensions, and supplies for July 2026.
- Motion to approve check warrant for $671,406 for July 1, 2026
- Largest payments: Delaware Valley Property & Liability Trust ($131,850) and Delaware Valley WC Trust ($67,086) for insurance premiums
- Charles Schwab Trust Bank: $116,916 for police pension (June MMO)
- Steelworkers Health & Welfare Fund: $59,894 for health insurance (estimated from department totals)
- Payments cover multiple departments: Human Resources, Executive, Electric, Wastewater Treatment, Police, Parks & Recreation
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✓ Decided: Council approves July 1 check warrant; fire company seeks $705K annual aid
The Lansdale Borough Council held a work session on July 1, 2026, and approved the July 1 check warrant unanimously. The Fairmount Fire Company reported a $80,000–$100,000 shortfall and requested $705,000 annually from the borough, with more concrete numbers expected in August. Several motions were slated for the next business meeting, including a board of assessment appeal for 640 E. Main Street, accepting proposals for 421 W. Main Street, and advertising public hearings for zoning text amendments. No final decisions were made on these items; they are scheduled for the July 15 business meeting.
- Approved check warrant for July 1, 2026 (unanimous)
- Scheduled motions for July 15 business meeting: assessment appeal for 640 E. Main Street, proposals for 421 W. Main Street, TOD and Residential B&C text amendment hearings, preliminary/final land development for 660 W. 6th Street, Civil Service Commission ordinance, Cannoneers Block Party, and W. Main Street speed limit ordinance
- Denied request for handicapped parking space at 528 Walnut Street
- Tabled traffic calming markings on S. Cannon Avenue due to parking loss
- Noted Fairmount Fire Company's request for $705,000 annual assistance and generator replacement
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AGENDA
LANSDALE BOROUGH COUNCIL WORK SESSION
WEDNESDAY JULY 1, 2026
MUNICPAL COMPLEX, 1 VINE STREET
8:30PM
1. Meeting called to order by Council President, Meg Currie Teoh
2. Pledge of Allegiance & Silent Meditation
3. Roll Call
4. Committee Reports:
•
Administration & Finance Committee – Councilman Herbert, Chairman
A. Councilman Herbert – Motion to approve check warrant
•
Code Enforcement & Land Planning – Vice President Razzak, Chairwoman
•
Economic Development Comm. – Councilman Yetter, Chairman
•
Electric Committee – Councilman Carroll, Chairman
•
Parks and Recreation Committee – Councilman Breish, Chairman
•
Public Safety Committee – Councilwoman Fuller, Chairwoman
•
Public Works Committee – Councilman DiGregorio, Chairman
5. Announcements
6. Public Comment
• Lansdale Residents to be heard on any Work Session Agenda Items
(Limited to 5 minutes per resident)
7. Adjournment
**The Business Meeting of Lansdale Borough Council will be held on Wednesday,
July 15, 2026.
No.:
Date:
July 1, 2026
I move that:
Herbert
A
Borough Council approve the check warrant for July 1, 2026 as per the attachment.
Resolution ( )
BOROUGH OF LANSDALE, PA.
Check one of the above with an (X)
COUNCIL, MOTION, RESOLUTION OR AS-OF-RECORD FORM
Motion (X)
Record statement ( )
Seconded by:
Presented by:
Department Totals
Human Resources
$210,571.00
$131,850.00
Executive
$202,263.00
$116,917.00
Wastewater Treatment
$95,001.00
$73,776.00
Electric
$46,984.00
$67 …
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Work Session
Page 1 of 5
July 1, 2026
The Work Session of Lansdale Borough Council was held on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at
Lansdale Municipal Complex, One Vine Street, Lansdale, PA and called to order at 8:32pm by
President Meg Currie Teoh.
ROLL CALL:
(X) Councilman Breish
(X) Councilman Carroll
( ) Councilman DiGregorio – absent due to family matter
( ) Councilwoman Fuller – out of town
(X) Councilman Herbert
(X) Councilwoman Oglesby
(X) Vice President Razzak
(X) President Currie Teoh
(X) Councilman Yetter
( ) Mayor Rachael Bollens – absent due to family matter
Borough Representatives:
Borough Manager, John Ernst
Borough Solicitor, not present
Finance Director, Chris Shannon
Borough Engineer, not present
Police Chief, Ryan Devlin
Library Director, not present
Parks & Rec., Courtney Fox
IT Dept., Darwin Zehr
Electric Dept., not present
Code Enf./Fire Marshal, Rick Lesniak
Public Works, Jason Van Dame
WWTP Superintendent, Greg Rapp
Residents
Agenda Item #6 – Committee Reports
Administration and Finance Committee – Councilman Herbert
Councilman Herbert presented Motion A and read as follows:
I move that Borough Council approve the check warrant July 1, 2026, as per the attachment.
Motion seconded by Councilman Carroll and unanimously approved.
1. Fairmount Fire Company presented to the committee their financial and they need
assistance now more than ever. Their shortfall is $80,000 …
Wed Jul 1, 2026
Administration & Finance Committee
Committee to begin 2027 budget discussion and bond borrowing
The Administration & Finance Committee will discuss the Fairmount Fire Company budget including generator replacement, review the financial report as of May 31, 2026, and begin 2027 budget discussions and bond borrowing. Also on the agenda are an assessment appeal for 640 E. Main St., an accounting position with succession planning, and proposals for 421 W. Main Street. Items marked with an asterisk may be acted upon at the subsequent business meeting.
- Fairmount Fire Company budget – generator replacement
- Begin 2027 budget discussion and bond borrowing
- Assistant Borough Manager job description
- Assessment Appeal 640 E. Main St.
- 421 W. Main Street proposals
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✓ Decided: Committee moves fire company funding, Main St. projects to Council
The Administration & Finance Committee approved moving three items to full Council: an assessment appeal for 640 E. Main Street, a water infiltration mitigation proposal for 421 W. Main Street (not to exceed $54,600), and an engineering evaluation for the third floor at 421 W. Main Street (not to exceed $33,860). The committee also heard a presentation from Fairmount Fire Company about financial needs, including a request for $705,000 annually and a generator replacement, and discussed financial reports and an assistant borough manager position.
- Approved motion to move assessment appeal for 640 E. Main Street to Council (3-0)
- Approved motion to move water infiltration mitigation proposal for 421 W. Main Street (RVE, not to exceed $54,600) to Council (3-0)
- Approved motion to move engineering evaluation of third floor at 421 W. Main Street (RVE, not to exceed $33,860) to Council (3-0)
- Approved minutes of June 3, 2026 committee meeting (3-0)
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Borough of Lansdale
Administration & Finance Committee Agenda
July 1, 2026
6:30pm
Chairperson: Garry Herbert
1. Approval of Meeting Minutes
June 3, 2026
2. Presentation - Fairmount Fire Company budget – Ian Fickert
• Generator replacement
3. Review Financial Report as of 5/31/2026
4. Committee Business Items:
Assistant Borough Manager job description
Begin 2027 budget discussion and bond borrowing
5. New Business
Assessment Appeal 640 E. Main St. *
Accounting position with succession planning. *
421 W. Main Street proposals *
6. Informational Items
7. Public Comment
* denotes possible action items at the Business Meeting
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7/1/2026
Borough of Lansdale
Admin & Finance Committee Meeting Minutes
July 1, 2026, 6:30 PM
Council Chambers
Chairperson: Garry Herbert
Members Present:
Garry Herbert - Chairman
Mike Yetter – Committee member
Meg Currie Teoh – Committee member
Members Absent:
None
Other Attendees:
John Ernst – Borough Manager
Chris Shannon - Finance Director
Ian Fickert – Fairmount Fire Company
Residents:
Mr. Herbert called the meeting of the Administration and Finance Committee to order at 6:30pm.
1. Approval of Minutes Previous Meetings
Ms. Currie Teoh made a motion to approve June 3, 2026, committee meeting minutes. Mr. Yetter
seconded the motion. Motion approved 3-0.
2. Presentation – Fairmount Fire Company – Ian Fickert
An overview of the fully volunteer fire company was give to the committee. Not only do they
respond to fires, alarms, and accidents they also attend many community and school events.
The past ten years or more their workload has increased by more than 100% as they now also
assist the VMSC during certain emergency calls.
Costs have skyrocketed in all aspects of running the fire company and equipment is extremely
expensive now.
They have been running the fire company in a deficit for the last several years and they can’t
keep going that way.
They receive $182,000 per year through tax millage. They have increased their fundraising
efforts but it’s not enough. Trucks are on a 20-year replacement sche …
Wed Jul 1, 2026
Public Safety Committee
Committee to consider reducing Main Street speed limit from 35 to 25 mph and police exam score changes
The Lansdale Public Safety Committee will vote on several motions, including reducing the speed limit on Main Street from Cannon Ave to Valley Forge Road from 35 mph to 25 mph, lowering the passing score for entry-level police written and oral exams from 75% to 70%, approving a handicap parking request at 528 Walnut Street, and authorizing the Cannoneers Annual Family Block Party on September 19, 2026. The committee will also receive updates on loading zones at Main and Wood Streets, sight line recommendations and parking spot losses, and signage for the proposed speed limit change.
- Motion to prepare ordinance lowering speed limit on Main Street from Cannon Ave to Valley Forge Road from 35 mph to 25 mph
- Motion to revise written exam passing score for entry-level police applicants from 75% to 70%
- Motion to revise oral exam passing score for entry-level police applicants from 75% to 70%
- Motion to approve handicap parking request at 528 Walnut Street
- Motion to approve Cannoneers Annual Family Block Party on 09/19/2026 from 7am-7pm
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✓ Decided: Lansdale Public Safety Committee approves police exam score changes, block party, speed limit update
The Lansdale Public Safety Committee approved several items, including lowering the passing score for entry-level police exams from 75% to 70%, approving the Cannoneers Annual Family Block Party, and updating the Borough Code to reflect a new 25 mph speed limit on Main Street. A request for 528 Walnut Street was denied. The committee also discussed traffic calming measures and fire department concerns about emergency response times.
- Approved minutes from June 3, 2026 (2-0)
- Denied request for 528 Walnut Street (2-0)
- Approved revision of written exam passing score to 70% for entry-level police applicants (2-0)
- Approved revision of oral exam passing score to 70% for entry-level police applicants (2-0)
- Approved Cannoneers Annual Family Block Party on 09/19/2026 (2-0)
- Approved updating Borough Code to reflect new 25 mph speed limit on Main Street (2-0)
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Public Safety Committee
Agenda
July 1 , 2026
6:30 pm
LBH, Council Chambers
I. Old Business:
A. Approval of the Public Safety Minutes from June 3, 2026
B. Update from Pennoni regarding the Loading Zones at Main and Wood Streets
C . Update regarding Sight Line Recommendations and number of Parking Spots lost
D. Update on Signage for Speed Limit change along Main Street from Cannon Ave to
Valley Forge Road
II. New Business:
A . Motion to approve Handicap Parking request at 528 Walnut Street *
1. Vote
2. Public Comment
B. Motion to a pprove the revision of the written examinati on passing score from 75% to 70% for
E ntry-Level Police applicants *
1. Vote
2. Public Comment
C. Motion to a pprove the revision of the oral examination passing score from 75% to 70% for
Entry-Level Police applicants *
1. Vote
2. Public Comment
D. Motion to approve Cannoneers Annual Family Block Party on 09/19/2026 from 7am-7pm *
1. Vote
2. Public Commen t
E. Motion to prepare and advertise updating the Speed Limit from 35mph to 25mph on Main
Street from Cannon Ave to Valley Forge Road in the Borough Ordinance *
1.Vote
2. Publi c Comment
III. Fire Marshal & Fire Department Report
IV. Open Public Comment
One Vine Street
Lansdale, PA 19446
215-368-1691
www.lansdale.gov
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Public Safety Committee Minutes
July 1, 2026
6:30 pm
Lansdale Borough Hall, Chambers
1 Vine Street, Lansdale PA 19446
Chairperson: Mary Fuller
Names of Members Present:
Andrew Carroll
Rafia Razzak
Public in Attendance:
See Attached
The meeting was called into order at 18:31 pm
I. Old Business
A. The minutes from June 3, 2026, were approved 2-0
B. Pennoni emailed regarding Loading Zones at Main and Wood Streets and suggested 1
or 2 loading Zones
1. Chief provided Council with an email detailing the suggestions and diagrams
2. A full-size trailer would result in losing 3 parking spaces on Main Street
3. A standard box truck would result in losing 2 parking spaces along Main
Street
4. These are “per corner” results
5. Also recommend making them 15-minute loading zones; enforcement would
have to be constant
C. Sight Lines would result in losing around 24 parking spaces along Cannone Ave.
1. Focusing on Traffic Calming Study and implementing those recommendations
first per John and Jason VanDame
2. Over time they will then add Sight Lines into the equation
D. Permit from PennDOT finally came in to lower the Speed Limit on Main Street, from
Cannon Avenue to Valley Forge Road from 35mph to 25mph
1. Signs came in last week
2. Social Me …
Wed Jul 1, 2026
Parks & Recreation Committee
Committee to receive updates on e-bike policy, pool, and trail projects
The Parks & Recreation Committee will vote to approve minutes from June 3, 2026. No other action items are scheduled. The committee will receive informational updates on e-bike/e-scooter policy, White's Road Pool, Lansdale Camp, Liberty Bell Trail Phase III, and the Comprehensive Park, Recreation, and Open Space Plan. A special event request for Memorial Park will also be discussed.
- E-Bikes/E-Scooters Policy update
- White's Road Pool Update
- Liberty Bell Trail Phase III Update
- Comprehensive Park, Recreation, and Open Space Plan Update
- Memorial Park Special Event Request
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✓ Decided: Parks committee approves June minutes, discusses e-bike rules
The Parks & Recreation Committee approved the June 3, 2026 minutes (2-0). They discussed a proposed e-bike/e-scooter policy for borough parks, including age and speed limits, and noted that e-scooters would not be permitted. Updates were provided on pool construction, memberships, camp revenue, and the Liberty Bell Trail groundbreaking.
- Approved June 3, 2026 meeting minutes (2-0)
- Discussed e-bike/e-scooter policy; no formal action taken
- Noted e-scooters not permitted in borough parks (proposed)
- Received pool construction update; filling expected next week
- Reported pool memberships: 1,381 accounts, 2,997 members, $225,255 net revenue
- Reported camp growth: 248 registrations, $37,119 net revenue in 2026
- Liberty Bell Trail Phase III contractor notice to proceed issued June 22
- Scheduled public meeting for Park Plan review on September 22
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Borough of Lansdale
Parks & Recreation Committee
Agenda
July 1, 2026
7:30pm
Chairperson: BJ Breish
ACTION ITEMS – PUBLIC COMMENT TO BE HEARD AFTER EACH ACTION ITEM
• Approval of Minutes – June 3, 2026
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS/DEPARTMENT UPDATES
• E-Bikes/E-Scooters Policy
• White’s Road Pool Update
• Pool Member Report
• Lansdale Camp Update
• Liberty Bell Trail Phase III Update
• Comprehensive Park, Recreation, and Open Space Plan Update
• Memorial Park Special Event Request
• Old Business
• New Business
• Public Comment
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BOROUGH OF LANSDALE
PARKS & RECREATION COMMITTEE
MINUTES – July 1, 2026
MEMBERS PRESENT
BJ Breish, Chairperson
Carrie Oglesby
Courtney Fox, Director of Parks and Recreation
Other: Anna Szekley, Junior Councilperson
NOT PRESENT
Mary Fuller
PUBLIC PRESENT
None
ACTION ITEMS
• Approval of Minutes
Motion to approve minutes from June 3, 2026, by Councilwoman Oglesby, seconded by Councilman
Breish. Motion passes 2-0.
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS/DEPARTMENT UPDATES
• E-Bikes/E-Scooters Policies
The Department is going to coordinate outreach efforts with the Police Department and the
Communications Coordinator to increase awareness of state laws, and determine if this will be added
to Borough Park Ordinance.
Recommended language:
All Cyclists (riding e-bikes and regular bikes) are responsible for their own safety, and the safety of
others
o Permitted only on designated trails and paths.
o Must yield to pedestrians
o Must give an audible warning when passing
o Must not exceed speed of 15mph
o Dismount and yield to pedestrians on boardwalk in Stony Creek Park
o Children under the age of 12 must wear a helmet
E-Bikes
In addition to following the rules for all cyclists:
o Riders must be 16 years or older
o Riding e-bikes is not permitted on the boardwalk in Stony Creek Park
o E-bike must have working pedals (throttle-only operation is not allowed)
o E-bike must weigh no more than 100 lb
o E-bike motor must not exceed 750 watts
E-Scooters
o Not p …
Wed Jul 1, 2026
Code Enforcement & Land Planning Committee
Committee to discuss eliminating parking requirements borough-wide
The Code Enforcement and Land Planning Committee will discuss and possibly advance several items, including transit-oriented design for small parcels, a townhouse text amendment, and conditional use applications. They will also consider adopting new property maintenance and fire codes and a proposed ordinance to register restoration services. A major discussion topic is the elimination of parking requirements borough-wide.
- Small Parcel – Transit-Oriented Design discussion
- Residential B & C and Townhouse Text Amendment Draft
- 220 E. Sixth St – Preliminary & Final Land Development
- 335 N Broad St – Conditional Use Application
- Proposed elimination of parking requirements borough-wide
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✓ Decided: Committee advances TOD overlay and townhouse zoning amendments
The Code Enforcement and Land Planning Committee unanimously approved motions to prepare and advertise two zoning text amendments: one for a Small Parcel-Transit Oriented Design overlay and another for Residential B & C townhouse regulations. The committee also granted preliminary and final land development approval for a four-unit twin home project at 220 E. Sixth St., including a waiver for enhanced landscaping instead of a fee-in-lieu of tree plantings. Two conditional use applications were discussed as informational only, with hearings scheduled for July and August 2026.
- Approved motion to prepare and advertise Small Parcel-Transit Oriented Design Text Amendment (2-0)
- Approved motion to prepare and advertise Residential B & C Townhouse Text Amendment (2-0)
- Granted preliminary and final land development for 220 E. Sixth St. (4 dwelling units, twin homes) (2-0)
- Approved waiver for enhanced streetscape plantings instead of fee-in-lieu for tree replacement at 220 E. Sixth St. (2-0)
- Approved minutes of June 3, 2026 meeting (2-0)
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Code Enforcement and Land Planning Committee
Agenda
July 1, 2026
7:30 pm, Council Chambers
1 Vine Street, Lansdale PA 19446
Chairperson: Rafia Razzak
o Approval of Minutes:
- Approval of June 3, 2026, Meeting Minutes*
Note: The public will have an opportunity to comment on each action item before the committee takes a vote
o Committee Business Items:
- Small Parcel – Transit-Oriented Design*
- Residential B & C and Townhouse Text Amendment Draft*
- 220 E. Sixth St-Preliminary & Final Land Development*
- 335 N Broad St – Conditional Use Application*
- 864 W. Fifth St. – Conditional Use Application*
o Department Activity:
o Planning Commission Report:
- Planning Commission Meeting May 18th
o Zoning Hearing Board:
- 509 Columbia Ave; requesting zoning relief to allow an accessory structure, carport, to extend into both the
rear and side yard setbacks
o Public Comment:
o New Business:
o Old Business:
- Secondary Parking Commercial Zoning Amendment - Discussion
- Adopt 2026 International Property Maintenance Code & International Fire Code
- New Ordinance Proposed: Registration of Restoration Services
- Sidewalk Trip Hazzard
- Elimination of parking requirements borough-wide
UPCOMING PUBLIC MEETINGS:
1. July 3, 2026 – Closed Independence Day Observed Borough Offices Closed
2. July 15, 2026, 7:00 PM Business Meeting
3. July 2026, 6:30 PM Environmental Advisory Commission
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Borough of Lansdale
Code Enforcement and Land Planning Committee
Minutes
July 1, 2026, 7:30 PM
Council Chambers
Chairperson: Rafia Razzak
• In Attendance:
Rafia Razzak -Chairwoman
Rich DiGregorio-Absent
Michael Yetter
Richard Lesniak/ Director of Code Enforcement and Emergency Services
Jason Van Dame / Director of Public Works
Other in Attendance:
• Chris Canavan / WB Homes
• Justin Strahorn/WB Homes
• David Caracausa/Anton Place
Meeting Called to Order - 7:31 PM
Approval of Meeting Minutes: Mr. Yetter made a motion to approve the meeting minutes of
June 3, 2026. Ms. Razzak seconded the motion. Decision unanimous 2 to 0.
• Committee Business Items:
Small Parcel-Transit Oriented Design:
Mr. Canavan and Mr. Justin Strahorn, WB Homes were present this evening seeking
a motion to Prepare and Advertise the Small Parcel-Transit Overlay Text
Amendment.
The proposed amendment to the TOD overlay is intended to add flexibility for
redeveloping under utilized properties, promote attainable housing and preserving a
walkable mixed-use character.
Comments from the public present this evening:
• Desire for mixed-use
• Attainable housing definition 15% discount from the average local sale
price may not yield truly attainable units fi base prices are high
• Request to ensure the public sees the exact language before the August
Council meeting
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• Fear of undeveloped pad sites; if commercial delayed …
Thu Jun 18, 2026
Environmental Advisory Commission
Environmental board reviews events, subcommittee work
The Environmental Advisory Commission will review and approve May meeting notes, discuss an associate member opening, and hear updates on past and upcoming events including a rain barrel workshop, nature walk, and electronic recycling day. Subcommittee reports will cover trees, energy (Ready for 100), plastic reduction outreach, and Bird Town planning.
- Associate member opening to be discussed
- Rain Barrel workshop scheduled for July 30th
- Electronic Recycling event set for September 16th
- Energy subcommittee reports on 'Ready for 100' meeting
- Bird Town initiative to start in July
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✓ Decided: Environmental Advisory Commission discusses tree and plastic ordinances
The Commission did not approve the May meeting notes. Members discussed ongoing revisions to a tree ordinance and survey results regarding a plastic reduction ordinance. No formal votes were taken on these items.
- May meeting notes not approved; tabled to next meeting
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Borough of Lansdale Environmental Advisory Commission Agenda June 18, 2026 6:30pm –Borough Hall Business Items: 1) Review and approve May meeting notes 2) Associate member opening 3) Past EAC events a) June First Friday – Rob and Austin b) Bird Walk – June 6th – Wayne 4) Upcoming EAC events –promote– a) First Friday – no First Friday in July – next one in august – dog days of summer b) Bird Walk– Wayne i) Next ones – Oct 10th and Dec 5th c) Rain Barrel – July 30th – Sean W any help needed? d) Nature walk – Austin – Aug 15th e) Electronic Recycle – Connie -Sept 16th 5) Subcommittee report a) Trees –David C., Wayne S., Mike B., Rob G i) Rob to update b) Energy - Connie L., Austin M., Matt i) Ready for 100 – Next steps (1) Meeting on April 1st c) Plastic reduction - Sean W., Deb F, Sean G. i) Updates – Outreach ii) Survey update
iii) Next steps d) Bird Town – Rob G/Wayne i) To start in July Old Business New Business: Public Comment: Next Meeting: July 16, 2026 @ 6:30 pm Borough Hall
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- Borough of Lansdale -
Environmental Advisory Commission
Meeting Minutes
June 18, 2026
Attendees: Members: Rob Gladfelter (Chair); Connie Lezenby (Vice Chair); Sean Weatherwax; Mike
Beuke; Deb Faulkner
Associate Members: Wayne Stratz
Borough Staff:
Regrets: John Ernst – Borough Manager; David Campolongo (Treasurer); Sean Greene; Matt Roth;
Isabella Caldwell; Austin Miller
Public: Dominique Frascella
Meeting Notes:
1. The EAC did not approve the meeting notes from May and agreed it should be passed to the next
meeting.
2. Opening for Commission Member:
a. Rob clarified that an Associate Member did not have to be someone from the Borough,
providing opportunities for having voices from outside the community. He noted that a
person from outside the Borough would not be able to move up into a voting position.
3. Past events
a. Nature and bird walks – since Rob was not at the last meeting, he noted his nature walk
had three signups, but only one showed. He did the walk anyway. Wayne noted he had
several people attend his bird walk.
b. Bat release – Rob noted that he was the only person there to run everything and that
made it harder to control, but overall, it was a great success and loves hearing people
want to see more of this program in the future.
c. June First Friday – Rob noted that he and Austin had a good time with the trivia and were
able to give a bunch of native plants away – thanks to the kind donation from ArcheWild.
He noted th …
Wed Jun 17, 2026
Business Meetings
Council approves $320,000 traffic calming study implementation 8-1
The Lansdale Borough Council will consider multiple action items including resolutions for streambank restoration, fee schedule changes, and an ordinance for delinquent utility payments. In new business, the council voted 8-1 to implement the entire traffic calming study, not to exceed $320,000, with installation within 12-18 months. Other items include a bid award for the Neshaminy Streambank Restoration project and an appointment to the Civil Service Commission.
- Motion to implement entire traffic calming study, not to exceed $320,000, approved 8-1
- Motion to adopt Resolution 26-19 re: reimbursement funds for Neshaminy Streambank Restoration
- Motion to adopt Resolution 26-20 re: amend Schedule of Fees & Charges for electric department
- Motion to prepare and advertise ordinance re: collection of delinquent utility payments by Portnoff Law Associates
- Motion to appoint J. Siegler to the Civil Service Commission to fill unexpired term
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✓ Decided: Council approved $25,124 purchase for a second 4KV feed to Ninth Street Substation
The Lansdale Borough Council unanimously approved a series of motions, including financial reports, several resolutions, and a purchase of materials for a second 4KV electrical feed. The purchase authorizes up to $40,000, with a specific contract of $25,124.15 to Turtle & Hughes. Additional approvals covered stormwater reimbursement, an amendment to the electric department fee schedule, disposition of borough records, and a new handicapped parking zone ordinance.
- Approved Treasurer's Report for May 2026 (unanimously)
- Approved payment of bills $1,000 and over (unanimously)
- Adopted Resolution 26-19 to reimburse stormwater infrastructure costs (unanimously)
- Adopted Resolution 26-20 amending the 2026 electric department fee schedule (unanimously)
- Adopted Resolution 26-21 for disposition of borough records (unanimously)
- Authorized ordinance to let Portnoff Law Associates collect delinquent utility payments (unanimously)
- Authorized purchase of materials for a second 4KV feed to Ninth Street Substation, up to $40,000, with $25,124.15 contract to Turtle & Hughes (unanimously)
- Authorized ordinance establishing a handicapped parking zone at 413 Delaware Avenue (unanimously)
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AGENDA
LANSDALE BOROUGH COUNCIL MEETING
WEDNESDAY JUNE 17, 2026
1 Vine Street, Lansdale PA 19446
7:00PM
AMENDED AGENDA
1. Meeting called to order by Council President, Meg Currie Teoh
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Silent Meditation
4. Roll Call
5. President’s Comments
6. Petitions– Council may consider receiving written petitions. They may be read to a limit of five minutes,
being manifestly clear that there will be no verbal discussion or response to the petitions until that time
designated for the hearing of persons later in the meeting.
7. Presentations:
• Fairmount Fire Company Financial Planning– Ian Fickert
8. Lansdale residents to be heard on any item (five minutes)
9. Action Items:
A. Councilman Herbert - Motion to approve the Treasurer’s Report.
B. Councilman Herbert - Motion to approve the check warrant.
C. Councilman Herbert - Motion to approve the May Council meeting minutes.
D. Councilman Herbert – Motion to adopt Res. 26-19 re: reimbursement funds for Neshaminy
Streambank Restoration project.
E. Councilman Herbert – Motion to adopt Res. 26-20 re: amend Schedule of Fess & Charges for the
electric department.
F. Councilman Herbert – Motion to adopt Res. 26-21 re: Disposition of Borough Records.
G. Councilman Herbert – Motion to prepare & advertise an ordinance re: amend for collection of
delinquent utility payments by Portnoff Law Associates.
H. Councilman Carroll – Motion to purchase material for the 9th Street Substation.
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Business Meeting
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June 17, 2026
The Business Meeting of Lansdale Borough Council was held on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at
Lansdale Municipal Complex, One Vine Street, Lansdale, PA and called to order at 7:00 pm by
President, Meg Currie Teoh.
ROLL CALL:
(X) Councilman Breish
(X) Councilman Carroll
(X) Councilman DiGregorio
(X) Councilwoman Fuller
(X) Councilman Herbert
(X) Councilwoman Oglesby
(X) Vice President Razzak
(X) President Currie Teoh
(X) Councilman Yetter
(X) Mayor Rachael Bollens
(X) Anna Szekely (Jr. Councilperson)
Borough Representatives:
Borough Manager, John Ernst
Borough Solicitor, Patrick Hitchens
Finance Director, Chris Shannon
Borough Engineer, Chris Fazio
Police, Chief Ryan Devlin
Parks & Rec. Dir., absent
IT/GIS Dept., Darwin Zehr
Electric Superintendent, absent
Code Enf. & Fire Marshal, Rick Lesniak
Public Works Director, Jason Van Dame
WWTP Superintendent, Greg Rapp
Library Director, Mindy Lipsky
Residents:
Dominica Vasturia – 436 Lansdale Avenue
Brenda Baxter – 413 Delaware Avenue
Patricia Reiker – 601 Perkiomen Avenue
Alex Sickler – 109 N. Towamencin Avenue
Arthur Anton – 507 York Avenue
Rose Chapman – 316 W. Mt. Vernon Street
Dominic Frascella – Green Street
Geary Kochersperger – 324 Green Street
Meghan Kochersperger – 324 Green Street
Agenda Item #5 – President’s Comments
None
Agenda Item #6 - Petitions
None
Agenda Item #7 – Presentations
1. …
Tue Jun 16, 2026
Zoning Hearing Board
Two special exception requests: senior meal prep and preschool with zoning relief
The Lansdale Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing on June 16, 2026, to consider two special exception applications. Kevin Lee seeks approval to operate a senior meal preparation and catering business at 628 E. Main Street in the Commercial District. Imaan Academy requests to use 512 W. 3rd Street as a preschool in the Business District, along with variances for insufficient lot area, width, side yard, reduced parking, and no loading zone. After public testimony, the board will vote on both applications.
- Special exception for senior meal prep/catering at 628 E. Main St (Kevin Lee/ASIATE Senior Meal Prep)
- Special exception for preschool at 512 W. 3rd St (Imaan Academy/Dreamland Property, LLC)
- Variance request from lot area, width, and side yard requirements (Section 405-603.A and B)
- Variance request for reduced off-street parking and no loading zone (Sections 405-1703.B.(8) and 405-1704)
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NOTICE ZONING HEARING BOARD LANSDALE, PENNSYLVANIA NOTICE is hereby given by the Borough of Lansdale that the following Zoning applications will be heard at a public hearing scheduled for Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at Lansdale Borough Hall, One Vine Street, Lansdale, PA. The hearings are as follows and will be heard at 7:00 p.m. To hear the application of: 1. Kevin Lee, 628 E. Main Street, Lansdale, PA 19446 (hereinafter “Applicant”). The Applicant is affiliated with ASIATE Senior Meal Prep and Delivery. The Applicant is the equitable owner or proposed tenant of real property located at 628 E. Main Street, Tax Parcel No. 11-00-10284-00-1, Lansdale Borough, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania (hereinafter “Subject Property”). The Subject Property is located in the Commercial Zoning District of Lansdale Borough, and the Applicant is requesting a special exception pursuant to Section 405-1101, to use the property for a senior meal preparation/catering business, providing meals for off-site consumption. The Applicant believes that the proposed use is of the same general character as any of the uses specifically permitted in the Commercial Zoning District. 2. Imaan Academy, 2031 N. Broad Street, Suite 123, Lansdale, PA 19446 (hereinafter “Applicant”). The Applicant is the tenant of Dreamland Property, LLC, the owner of real property located at 512 W. 3rd Street, Tax Parcel No. 11-00-16580-00-5, Lansdale Borough, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania (hereinafter “Subject Property”). The Subject …
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $158.4M | CAES SYSTEMS LLC Department of Defense · LOW BAND TRANSMITTER (LBT) |
| $65.7M | CAES SYSTEMS LLC Department of Defense · NON-RECURRING ENGINEERING FOR AEA ASSEMBLY AND CONSOLIDATION. |
| $48.4M | CAES SYSTEMS LLC Department of Defense · NRE FOR LOW BAND CONSOLIDATION |
| $34.6M | CAES SYSTEMS LLC Department of Defense · WANN |
| $25.3M | CAES SYSTEMS LLC Department of Defense · 200309!000007!1700!AA411 !NAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMAND !N0001902C31 |
| $25.0M | CAES SYSTEMS LLC Department of Defense · ADVANCE WIRELESS NETWORKS FOR THE SOLDIER (AWNS) |
| $20.7M | CAES SYSTEMS LLC Department of Defense · LBC FOLLOW-ON TRANSMITTERS FY26 |
| $16.1M | CAES SYSTEMS LLC Department of Defense · ANTENNA ARRAY PANEL |
| $12.5M | CAES SYSTEMS LLC Department of Defense · 199812!1700!1105!AA411!NAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMAND !N0001996C0101 |
| $11.4M | CAES SYSTEMS LLC Department of Defense · AN/ALQ-99 LOW BAND TRANSMITTER (LBT)VPOL ECP PRODUCTION |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Montgomery County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities1 (1 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments26,711 (559,196 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,802/mo (102 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy10.9% (low numeracy 17% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
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The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$45.4M
Spending$48.2M
Operating spending ran ahead of revenue this year.
Debt load MODERATE
Outstanding debt$25.6M
Debt-to-revenue0.56×
Debt-load index53 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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Where it’s happening
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