Lansdale public meetings in 2024

Environmental Advisory Commission

The Environmental Advisory Commission will review and approve November meeting minutes, discuss open member positions including a student representative, and receive updates on a letter to the North Penn School District. The commission will also plan Earth Day 2025 events at Whites Road Park, review subcommittee reports on trees, energy (Ready for 100), and plastic reduction, and discuss using AI for meeting minutes. No binding votes or financial decisions are on the agenda.

• Introduce student representative Joni-Marie Stuchko as associate member
• Letter to North Penn School District update by Sean W.
• Earth Day 2025 planning for April 26th at Whites Road Park
• Subcommittee reports: Trees, Energy (Ready for 100 presentation date), Plastic reduction (approaching Council)
• Treasury report and potential budget discussion

The Environmental Advisory Commission approved the November meeting minutes. The group discussed a potential letter to the North Penn School District, upcoming Earth Day events, and the need to formally request a budget from the council. No formal decisions were made on these topics.

• Approved November meeting minutes
• Welcomed student representative Joni-Marie Stuchko
• Discussed requesting a budget of $5K (half of previous $10K) from council
• Discussed plastic reduction ordinance revisions and committee outreach

Business Meetings

This business meeting includes a presentation on the 2025 Preliminary Budget, followed by votes to approve the budget, adopt the real estate tax millage ordinance, and approve the 2025 schedule of fees and charges. Council will also consider several land development resolutions, a handicap parking ordinance, and final payments on capital projects.

• 2025 Preliminary Budget presentation and motion to approve
• Adoption of Ord. 1977 setting real estate tax millage for 2025
• Adoption of Res. 24-33 establishing 2025 schedule of fees & charges
• Resolution for preliminary & final land development at 750 N. Cannon Avenue
• Ordinance establishing handicap parking at 32 Ridge Street

Lansdale Borough Council unanimously adopted the 2025 fiscal year budget of $21.65 million, which includes a 0.75-mill real estate tax increase, bringing the total millage to 8.0 mills. The budget is balanced without a transfer from the General Fund, achieved through measures such as leasing police vehicles, reducing contributions, and deferring certain projects. Council also approved a $10.6 million bond borrowing for road and park projects, and set the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Adopted 2025 budget of $21.65 million with 0.75-mill tax increase (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 1977 fixing real estate tax rate at 8.0 mills for 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved $10.6 million bond borrowing for road projects and park improvements
• Adopted Resolution 24-33 re-establishing schedule of fees and charges (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary/final subdivision approval for C&J Automotive parking area at 750 N. Cannon Ave (unanimous)
• Granted conditional waiver of land development to Lucient Energy Management at 1141 W. Eighth St (unanimous)
• Approved final payment of $65,237.91 to Horgan Brothers for Norway Drive Outfall Replacement (unanimous)
• Approved final payment of $29,423.68 to Blooming Glen Contractors for WWTP Chemical Feed Upgrade (unanimous)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will meet to review the past year and establish goals for 2025. The session includes updates from the LBA and a subcommittee, as well as the recognition of new businesses.

• Approval of October 21, 2024 minutes
• Year in review and 2025 goal setting
• LBA and Subcommittee updates
• Welcome for new businesses
• Menorah Lighting event on December 26 at 6:00 PM

The Lansdale Borough Economic Development Committee met on December 16, 2024, and approved the October 21, 2024 meeting minutes by a 7-0 vote. The committee received updates on subcommittees (Experience, Marketing, Commerce), discussed an Economic Development Corporation, and reviewed the year's accomplishments. No new business of the month or new businesses were recognized. The committee decided not to renew Stephen Barth's contract for 2025, and discussed potential 2025 budget allocations.

• Approved October 21, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Decided not to renew Stephen Barth's contract for 2025
• Discussed forming an Economic Development Corporation sponsored by the Borough
• Discussed prioritizing subcommittees for 2025 agenda
• Discussed allocating $60,000 in funds if budget approved in early 2025

Public Works & WWTP Committee

The committee will vote on action items including Norway Drive storm sewer repair and Whites Road pump station improvements, both of which may also be acted on at a later business meeting. They will also consider a road degradation ordinance and receive updates on the East Main Streetscape project and the 2024 LF Roads Program. A presentation on 2024 accomplishments for the WWTP chemical feed automation project is on the agenda.

• Norway Drive Storm Sewer Repair (action item)
• Whites Road Pump Station Improvements (action item)
• Chemical Feed Automation Project (action item and update presentation)
• Road Degradation Ordinance (discussion)
• East Main Streetscape Project update

Work Sessions

The Borough Council will hold a work session to discuss a proposed Settlement Stipulation Agreement. The meeting also includes reports from various municipal committees.

• Motion A to approve Settlement Stipulation Agreement

Electric Committee

The Lansdale Electric Committee will consider amendments to its AMP purchase power and R.I.C.E. contracts, discuss the budget billing process, and review a pre-grant application for the Green Light Go program. Some items may become action items at a future business meeting. The committee will also approve prior meeting minutes and address department operations.

• Approval of minutes from prior meeting
• AMP Purchase Power Amendment
• AMP R.I.C.E. Contract Amendment
• Budget Billing Process discussion
• Green Light Go Pre-Grant Application review

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will review a handicap parking request appeal for 823 Andover Road, which may be acted upon at a future business meeting. The committee will also discuss parking restrictions for trailers and campers and approve minutes from the November 6, 2024 meeting.

• Approval of November 6, 2024 Public Safety Committee minutes
• Discussion of parking restrictions for trailers and campers
• Handicap parking request appeal for 823 Andover Road (possible action item at Business Meeting)

Code Enforcement & Land Planning Committee

The Code Enforcement and Land Planning Committee will discuss land development and licensing requests. The body is also reviewing a vacancy ordinance and a preservation ordinance.

• 317 W Seventh St – 2025 Junkyard License Renewal
• 750 N. Cannon Ave – Preliminary & Final Land Development
• 1141 W. Eighth St – Waiver of Land Development
• Vacancy Ordinance discussion with Kevin Sidella from Hera Registry
• Preservation Ordinance

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks & Recreation Committee will vote on approving November minutes, a memorial for Charlie the Cat at White's Road Park, and a proposal for professional services for the White's Road Park Restroom Facility Project, which includes specifications for a crushed gravel pad and asphalt apron and walkways. Informational items include the introduction of Ann Toole as consultant for the Comprehensive Park, Recreation, and Open Space (CPROS) Plan and an update on the DCNR C2P2 Grant for the W. 5th Street Park Rehabilitation Project.

• Charlie the Cat Memorial at White's Road Park (public comment)
• Proposal for professional services for White's Road Park Restroom Facility Project (crushed gravel pad, asphalt apron, walkways)
• Introduction of Ann Toole as consultant for Comprehensive Park, Recreation, and Open Space (CPROS) Plan
• DCNR Community Conservation Partnership Program (C2P2) Grant for W. 5th Street Park Rehabilitation Project
• Approval of minutes from November 6, 2024

The Parks & Recreation Committee approved the use of the Wissahickon Park Building as a Code Blue Shelter in partnership with Montgomery County, Manna on Main Street, and Trinity Lutheran Church. The committee also approved the November 6, 2024 minutes. A proposal for professional services for the White's Road Park restroom facility was tabled, and no action was taken on a memorial proposal.

• Approved use of Wissahickon Park Building as Code Blue Shelter (2-0)
• Approved November 6, 2024 minutes (2-0)
• Tabled proposal for professional services for White's Road Park restroom facility

Administration & Finance Committee

The Administration and Finance Committee will consider adopting a resolution setting fees and charges for 2025, along with resolutions related to America250PA and advertising 2025 meeting dates. They will also receive an informational item noting that the 2025 preliminary budget is due by December 6, 2024. No old or committee business items are listed for discussion.

• Resolution schedule of fees & charges for 2025
• America250PA Resolution
• 2025 Council meeting dates advertisement
• 2025 Committee meeting dates advertisement
• 2025 preliminary budget deadline (December 6, 2024)

The Admin & Finance Committee approved minutes from November 6, 2024, and passed motions recommending Borough Council support the America 250PA Resolution, adopt the 2025 schedule of fees and charges, and advertise 2025 Council and Committee meeting dates. All motions passed 3-0. No other substantive decisions were made; financial reports were postponed to February 2025.

• Approved November 6, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Recommended Borough Council support America 250PA Resolution (3-0)
• Recommended Borough Council approve 2025 schedule of fees & charges (3-0)
• Recommended Borough Council advertise 2025 Council meeting dates (3-0)
• Recommended Borough Council advertise 2025 Committee meeting dates (3-0)

Environmental Advisory Commission

The Lansdale Environmental Advisory Commission holds a regular meeting to approve October minutes, vote on appointing a student associate member, and discuss a letter to the North Penn School District. Updates will be given on recent EAC events, Earth Day 2025 planning, and subcommittee reports on trees, energy (including the Ready for 100 initiative), and plastic reduction. The commission will also address the budget status and the potential use of AI to record meeting minutes.

• Vote on student associate member appointment
• Discussion of budget availability for EAC
• Earth Day 2025 planning with Parks & Recreation
• Subcommittee reports: trees, energy (Ready for 100 presentation), plastic reduction (approach to Council)
• Old business: fall/winter newsletter deadline and AI for meeting minutes

Business Meetings

Lansdale Borough Council will hear a presentation of the preliminary 2025 budget and vote on motions to advertise the budget and prepare a 2025 real estate tax ordinance. The agenda also includes numerous action items on land development approvals, grant applications for Freight House and pool renovations, road project change orders, and property sales.

• Presentation of preliminary 2025 Budget and motion to advertise it
• Motion to prepare and advertise an ordinance for 2025 Real Estate Tax
• Motion to adopt Resolution 24-26 for an LSA grant application for Freight House renovations (Discover Lansdale)
• Motions to adopt resolutions for preliminary & final land development at 151 E. Mt. Vernon St. and 380 E. Hancock St.
• Motion to adopt Resolution 24-28 for sale of borough-owned property on Municibid

Zoning Hearing Board

The Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing to review a single application for zoning relief. The applicant seeks to build a single-family home on a vacant lot in the Residential Class A Zoning District.

• Request for front yard setback of 20 feet instead of 28 feet at East Hancock (Cypress) Street
• Request for rear yard setback of 15 feet instead of 20 feet at East Hancock (Cypress) Street

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will vote on preliminary and final land development plans for 750 N. Cannon Ave and consider a waiver of land development for 1141 W. Eighth St. Old business includes discussion of a Preservation Ordinance and Commercial Incubataor Spaces. The meeting will begin with approval of the October 21, 2024 minutes.

• Approval of October 21, 2024 meeting minutes
• Preliminary and final land development at 750 N. Cannon Ave
• Waiver of land development at 1141 W. Eighth St
• Discussion of Preservation Ordinance
• Discussion of Commercial Incubataor Spaces

Economic Development Committee

The Lansdale Economic Development Committee will consider approval of October meeting minutes and receive updates from subcommittees, the Lansdale Business Association, and Stephen Barth. The agenda also includes reports on Business of the Month, new businesses, and a list of upcoming Discover Lansdale events. No major ordinances or financial decisions are on the table; the meeting is primarily procedural and informational.

• Approval of minutes from October 21, 2024 (possible action item)
• Subcommittee update on ongoing work
• Lansdale Business Association (LBA) update
• Business of the Month recognition
• Upcoming events: Mardi Gras Parade (Nov 23), Tree Lighting (Dec 6), Santa House (Dec 13 & 20), Menorah Lighting (Dec 26)

Electric Committee

The Lansdale Electric Committee will discuss the 2025 budget, capital projects for 2024/2025, and a PJM capacity update for 2025/2026. Possible action items include approval of minutes, recycling decommissioned circuit breakers, and authorizing vehicle sales via Municibid.

• Approval of meeting minutes (possible action item at business meeting)
• Recycle decommissioned circuit breakers (possible action item)
• Municibid vehicle sales approval (possible action item)
• PJM capacity update for 2025/2026
• 2025 budget discussion and 2024/2025 capital projects

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks & Recreation Committee will vote on a motion to prepare bid specifications for the White's Road Pool renovation project and consider a resolution to apply for a Pennsylvania Local Share Account grant for the 4th Street Pool. The committee will also receive updates, including a $390,000 grant award for the White's Road Park restroom facility project.

• Motion to prepare and advertise bid specs for White's Road Pool renovation project
• Resolution to apply for PA Local Share Account grant for 4th St Pool
• White's Road Park restroom facility project – LSA grant award of $390,000
• Approval of minutes from October 2, 2024
• White's Road Park Rotary Kiosk update

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will review and approve minutes from the October 2, 2024 meeting. Two unspecified motions will be considered, each with public comment and a vote. The Fire Marshal and Fire Department will present a report. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific details on the motions.

• Review and approve minutes from October 2, 2024 meeting
• Two motions (unspecified) with public comment and vote
• Fire Marshal & Fire Department Report
• Open public comment

Code Enforcement & Land Planning Committee

The Code Enforcement and Land Planning Committee will consider preliminary and final land development plans for 380 E Hancock St and 151 E Mt. Vernon St. The committee also revisits the Vacancy Ordinance and Preservation Ordinance as old business items. These discussions may lead to possible action at a future business meeting.

• 380 E Hancock St – Preliminary & Final Land Development
• 151 E. Mt. Vernon St. – Preliminary & Final Land Development
• Vacancy Ordinance discussion (old business)
• Preservation Ordinance discussion (old business)

Work Sessions

This is a procedural work session of Lansdale Borough Council, consisting of committee reports, announcements, and public comment. No specific action items, ordinances, or financial decisions are listed on the agenda. The next business meeting is scheduled for November 20, 2024.

• Committee reports from Administration & Finance, Code Enforcement, Economic Development, Electric, Parks & Recreation, Public Safety, and Public Works

Administration & Finance Committee

The committee will review financial reports and the budget timeline. They will discuss a request from Discover Lansdale for a Local Share Account grant application for the Freight House project, and a letter of support for VMSC's Local Share Account grant application. No other business items are listed. Public comment is possible.

• Review of financial reports as of 10/31/2024
• Discussion of budget timeline
• Discover Lansdale request for Local Share Account grant for Freight House project
• VMSC letter of support for Local Share Account grant

Public Works & WWTP Committee

The committee will consider action items regarding road programs, storm tunnel repairs, and wastewater treatment plant upgrades. The meeting includes updates on the East Main Streetscape and Norway Drive storm sewer repair projects.

• Ridge Street Outfall Replacement Project
• 2024 L.F. Roads Program
• Lansdale Storm Tunnel Repairs
• Salford & Derstine Drainage Improvements
• Road Degradation Ordinance

Economic Development Committee

The Lansdale Economic Development Committee will consider a budget recommendation and a facade grant application for 321 W Main St (More Than Fish). Updates from subcommittees, the Lansdale Business Association, and Stephen Barth are also on the agenda. The committee will review upcoming community events including holiday celebrations and the Business of the Month recognition.

• Budget Recommendation (no dollar amount specified)
• Facade Grant Application: 321 W Main St., More Than Fish
• Approval of minutes from September 16, 2024 (possible action item)
• Recognition of Business of the Month and welcome to new businesses
• Upcoming events: First Friday Zombie Walk (Nov 1), Trick or Treat Candy Crawl (Oct 26), Tree Lighting Ceremony (Dec 6)

Planning Commission

The Lansdale Planning Commission will consider approving minutes from September 16, then discuss preliminary and final land development for 151 E. Mt. Vernon St. and a sketch plan for 215 S. Broad St. Old business includes a Preservation Ordinance discussion, and other business covers commercial incubator spaces.

• Preliminary and final land development for 151 E. Mt. Vernon St.
• Sketch plan for 215 S. Broad St.
• Discussion of Preservation Ordinance as old business
• Discussion of commercial incubator spaces

Environmental Advisory Commission

The Lansdale Environmental Advisory Commission will review September meeting minutes, discuss new member appointments, and consider a draft letter to the North Penn School District. Subcommittees will report on energy initiatives (including a Ready for 100 presentation date), plastic reduction efforts approaching Borough Council, and tree planting plans. The commission will also coordinate upcoming events like an electronic recycling event and Earth Day 2025 planning.

• Letter to North Penn School District – review of revisions from last meeting
• Energy Subcommittee: discussion of date for Ready for 100 presentation
• Plastic reduction subcommittee: approaching Borough Council
• Electronic recycling event scheduled for October 10 (another by ENACT on Nov 9)
• Earth Day 2025 planning – Rege M. and David C. assigned

Business Meetings

The Lansdale Borough Council will consider several action items at its October 16 business meeting, including ordinances on compensation, handicap parking, and snow-alert parking. Council will also vote on a resolution for the Liberty Bell Trail Phase 3 grant agreement and approve various contracts and payments. The meeting includes approval of the treasurer's report and bills over $1,000, as well as an appointment to the Environmental Advisory Commission.

• Motion to prepare and advertise ordinance re: Council and Mayor compensation
• Motion to adopt Resolution 24-24 for Liberty Bell Trail Phase 3 grant agreement
• Motion to adopt Ordinance 1976 for handicap parking at 45 W 4th St and 119 W 6th St
• Motion to approve final payment for Hancock Flashing Warning pedestrian crossing
• Approval of bills including $72,000 for WRP Pool Design Plans

The Lansdale Borough Council approved all 17 action items on the agenda, including a motion to increase council members' and mayor's annual compensation to $4,125 starting January 1, 2026, and a motion to seek proposals for a vacant property registration ordinance (7-1). Other approvals included the treasurer's report, bills over $1,000, meeting minutes, a final payment for the Hancock Flashing Warning Device, a uniform supply contract, a 2025 seasonal wage schedule, a grant agreement resolution, two handicap parking ordinances, a snow alert no-parking ordinance, a waste collection contract extension, three engineering service proposals, and an appointment to the Environmental Advisory Commission.

• Approved Treasurer's Report for September 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved bills $1,000 and over (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Sept 4 and Sept 18 meetings (unanimous)
• Authorized ordinance to increase council and mayor compensation to $4,125 after Jan 1, 2026 (unanimous)
• Authorized proposals for vacant property registration ordinance (7-1)
• Approved final payment of $10,433 to Armour & Sons Electric (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 1976 adding handicap parking at 119 W. Sixth St and 45 W. Fourth St (unanimous)
• Extended waste collection contract with Republic Services through Dec 31, 2025 (unanimous)

Zoning Hearing Board

The Lansdale Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing on two variance applications. The first seeks four variances to build 12 stacked townhomes at 151 E. Mt. Vernon Street. The second requests relief from multiple zoning requirements to construct a four-story mixed-use building with 14 apartments and commercial space at 817 W. Main Street. The board will discuss and render decisions after hearing public testimony.

• 151 E. Mt. Vernon Street: request for building height variance from 35 ft to 38.5 ft, front yard setback reduction from 24 ft to 16 ft, unenclosed porch encroachment variance, and 24-month permit timeline
• 817 W. Main Street: request for building setback variance from 20 ft to 4 ft, impervious coverage increase from 75% to 100%, building height increase from 40 ft to 42 ft plus parapet
• 817 W. Main Street: request for reduced commercial parking spaces, parking between street line and building, and driveway/parking adjacent to property lines

Public Works & WWTP Committee

The Lansdale Public Works & WWTP Committee will consider a contract extension for municipal solid waste, recyclables, and leaf collection, along with multiple wastewater treatment plant proposals including chemical feed design, SCADA upgrade, and aeration/blower upgrade. Updates on streetscape, storm sewer repairs, road resurfacing, and a road degradation ordinance are also on the agenda.

• MSW, recyclables, and leaf collection contract extension (possible action item)
• Whites Road Pump Station PAC chemical feed design and construction management proposal (possible action item)
• Pennbrook Wastewater Pump Station SCADA proposal (possible action item)
• Aeration/blower upgrade engineering and project construction administration (possible action item)
• Road degradation ordinance discussion

Electric Committee

The Lansdale Electric Committee will consider the 2025 budget and proposed wholesale rates for 2025–2028. Other items include approval of minutes, a final payment for a flashing warning sign on Hancock Street, and a uniform proposal from Clemens. Updates from the PMEA Conference and department operations are also on the agenda. Items marked with an asterisk may become action items at the subsequent business meeting.

• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Hancock Street Flashing Warning Signal final payment
• Clemens Uniform Proposal
• 2025 Budget discussion
• 2025–2028 Wholesale Rates discussion

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will vote on motions to prepare and advertise parking restrictions on Madison Street during snow alerts and a handicap parking spot at 32 Ridge Street. The committee will also review old business including a traffic study update and hiring update, and hear reports from the Fire Marshal and Fire Department.

• Vote on parking restrictions on Madison Street during snow alerts
• Vote on handicap parking at 32 Ridge Street
• Traffic study update
• Hiring update
• Fire Marshal and Fire Department report

Code Enforcement & Land Planning Committee

The Code Enforcement and Land Planning Committee will discuss a vacancy ordinance and a preservation ordinance. The body will also review preliminary and final land development for 380 E Hancock St.

• Preliminary & Final Land Development for 380 E Hancock St
• Vacancy Ordinance
• Preservation Ordinance
• Zoning Hearing Board updates for 151 E. Mt. Vernon St. and 817 W. Main St.

Work Sessions

This meeting is a scheduled work session consisting of committee reports from various borough committees, followed by public comment and adjournment. No specific ordinances, contracts, or other actionable items are listed on the agenda. The next business meeting will be on October 16, 2024.

• Committee reports from Administration & Finance, Code Enforcement, Economic Development, Electric, Parks, Public Safety, and Public Works

Administration & Finance Committee

The Administration and Finance Committee will review financial reports as of September 30 and discuss the budget timeline. A resolution request from Montgomery County regarding America 250PA is on the agenda. No old business is scheduled, and new staff in Finance will be introduced.

• Approval of minutes (not available)
• Financial reports as of 9/30/2024
• Budget timeline discussion
• Resolution America 250PA – request from Montgomery County
• New staff in Finance

Parks & Recreation Committee

The committee will consider approval of the 2025 seasonal staff salary schedule and receive a budget update. Informational items include updates on Memorial Park sidewalk repairs, White's Road Pool bathhouse renovations, and various park maintenance and recreation reports. Old business covers a statue at Stony Creek Park and trail paving progress.

• Approval of 2025 seasonal staff salary schedule
• Memorial Park sidewalk repairs update
• White's Road Pool bathhouse renovations update
• Stony Creek Park statue – old business
• Trail paving update

Business Meetings

The Lansdale Borough Council will hold a business meeting on September 18, 2024, to consider a series of action items, including the hiring of two police officers, approval of settlement stipulations for two properties on S. Broad Street, and multiple resolutions and bids related to infrastructure, special events, and SEPTA funding. The meeting also includes time for public comment and petitions.

• Hire two new police officers: B. Rocco and D. Talbot
• Approve settlement stipulations for 401-581 S. Broad St. and 611 S. Broad St.
• Adopt Resolution 24-22 supporting SEPTA funding
• Award snow plowing bid to PK Moyer & Sons
• Approve change order #5 for WWTP Chemical Feed project

Economic Development Committee

The committee will review a façade grant application for 328 W Main St., Main Street Pizzeria & Grille, and discuss the upcoming budget recommendation. Other business includes subcommittee updates, business recognitions, and a report from Stephen Barth. The committee will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Façade grant application for 328 W Main St., Main Street Pizzeria & Grille
• Budget recommendation discussion
• Approval of August 19, 2024 minutes
• Subcommittee and LBA updates
• Upcoming events: Pickleball, Fall Adult Programs, Spooktacular Soiree, Cruise Night, Farmers' Market, DL Zero0.5K Race

The Economic Development Committee approved a $5,000 façade grant for a pizza business at 325 W. Main Street, with conditions on signage maintenance and building cleaning. The committee also voted 7-0 to recommend that Council terminate Mr. Barth's contract, increase the budget to $50,000, raise the façade grant match to $7,500, and explore a full-time Main Street Manager position. All other items were tabled until next month.

• Approved $5,000 façade grant for 325 W. Main Street pizza (7-0)
• Voted to recommend terminating Mr. Barth's contract (7-0)
• Voted to recommend increasing budget to $50,000 (7-0)
• Voted to recommend raising façade grant match to $7,500 (7-0)
• Voted to recommend exploring full-time Main Street Manager (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Lansdale Planning Commission will consider preliminary and final land development plans for 380 E. Hancock Street. They will also discuss a proposed Preservation Ordinance and commercial incubator spaces. The meeting includes public comment periods for both new and old business. The Zoning Hearing Board meeting scheduled for September 17 has been cancelled.

• Approval of May 20, 2024 meeting minutes
• Preliminary & Final Land Development at 380 E. Hancock St
• Discussion of Preservation Ordinance
• Discussion of Commercial Incubator spaces
• Zoning Hearing Board meeting cancelled for Sept 17

The Lansdale Planning Commission unanimously approved preliminary and final land development for the project at 380 E. Hancock St., with conditions including compliance with review letters and specific waivers. The applicant agreed to add signage, pay a fee in lieu of five trees, and include HOA restrictions against garage conversion or rental. No public comment was made.

• Approved preliminary and final land development for 380 E. Hancock St. (4-0)
• Granted waiver for Montgomery County Conservation District approval (Section 347-413.A.1)
• Granted waiver for grading within three feet of property lines (Section 347-412.C(1))
• Approved July 15, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

Public Works & WWTP Committee

The Public Works and WWTP Committee will consider action items regarding snow plowing contracts and wastewater treatment plant upgrades. The meeting includes updates on streetscape and sewer projects and a discussion on a road degradation ordinance.

• Snow Plowing w/Operators Contract
• 2024 L.F. Road Program
• WWTP Blower & Aeration System Project
• Chemical Feed Automation Project
• Road Degradation Ordinance

The Public Works Committee voted to recommend several contracts to full council, including rejecting bids for the WWTP blower project and awarding construction, equipment, and integration contracts totaling over $4 million. They also advanced a snow plowing contract, a conditional road program award, and two change orders for the chemical feed upgrade. Public comment addressed tree removal on East Main Street, and the committee forwarded a request for Hometown Heroes banners.

• Approved minutes from August 7, 2024 (2-0)
• Voted to recommend snow plowing contract to P.K. Moyer & Sons
• Voted to recommend conditional award for 2024 L.F. Road Program
• Voted to recommend rejecting bids for WWTP blower project
• Voted to recommend awarding $3,063,340 construction contract to Eastern Environmental Contractors
• Voted to recommend awarding $858,251 equipment purchase to Kappe Associates
• Voted to recommend approving $149,900 integration services from Keystone Engineering
• Voted to recommend approving Change Order #5 ($8,200) and #6 ($2,188) for Chemical Feed Automation Upgrade

Code Enforcement & Land Planning Committee

The Code Enforcement and Land Planning Committee will discuss a proposed Vacancy Ordinance and review the Preservation Ordinance. Routine items include approval of August 7 meeting minutes and a department report on permits. The Planning Commission meeting was cancelled, and a Zoning Hearing Board case at 817 W. Main St. has been continued.

• Discussion of Vacancy Ordinance
• Discussion of Preservation Ordinance
• Approval of August 7, 2024, meeting minutes
• Permits update from department activity
• Upcoming meetings listed for September 2024

The Code Enforcement and Land Planning Committee discussed a proposed Vacancy Ordinance for residential and commercial properties, including fee schedules, exemptions, fines, and safety concerns. They voted 2-1 to request the Borough Solicitor draft language and suggest a fee schedule, and to attend the next meeting. The committee also reviewed department activity, including permits and rental unit notifications.

• Approved minutes from August 7, 2024 (3-0)
• Voted to request Borough Solicitor draft Vacancy Ordinance language and fee schedule (2-1)
• Agreed to invite Borough Solicitor to next month's meeting
• Noted 82 permits issued in May, mostly plumbing
• Noted about 200 delinquent notification letters for Single-Family Rental Units to be mailed

Parks & Recreation Committee

The committee will consider approving minutes from August 2024 and receive presentations on the 2025 Capital Budget and a proposed Fee Schedule, both with opportunities for public comment. Informational reports on parks maintenance and upcoming recreation programs will also be presented. No final decisions are expected at this meeting.

• Approval of August 7, 2024 meeting minutes
• 2025 Capital Budget presentation
• Fee Schedule presentation
• Parks Maintenance Report
• Recreation Report: September Events/Programs

The Parks & Recreation Committee approved a motion to recommend carrying over and restricting $100,000 from the 2024 Capital Fund to the 2025 Capital Fund for the Comprehensive Recreation, Park, and Open Space Plan. The committee also reviewed the 2025 capital budget and fee schedule proposals, including pool membership increases and the return of Borough Day Camp, but took no final action on those items. The minutes were approved unanimously.

• Approved minutes of August 7, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved motion to recommend $100,000 carryover for recreation plan (3-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will review updates on police hiring and a traffic study. Members are set to vote on three special event applications and the advertisement of new parking restrictions for the East Main Street Streetscape Project.

• Special event applications: Manna Crop Walk (Oct 13), Well Crafted 6th Birthday Bash (Oct 5), and North Penn Mosque Community Day (Sept 21)
• Proposed parking restrictions for the East Main Street Streetscape Project
• Police hiring update
• Traffic Study update

The Public Safety Committee discussed the police department's annual staffing study, which recommends a force of 32 sworn officers. The department currently has 28, with one sergeant expected to retire and another officer likely to leave, prompting the chief to recommend hiring two officers. The committee also approved three special events, including the Manna Crop Walk, Well-Crafted 6th Birthday Bash, and North Penn Mosque Community Day, and directed staff to prepare parking restrictions on East Main Street related to the streetscape project.

• Approved special events: Manna Crop Walk (Oct 13), Well-Crafted 6th Birthday Bash (Oct 5), North Penn Mosque Community Day (Sep 21)
• Directed staff to prepare and advertise parking restrictions on East Main Street for streetscape project
• Discussed police hiring: chief recommends hiring two officers; request to be brought to council
• Noted $160,000 state grant for fire company building upgrades
• Fire marshal reported 612,726 sq ft of commercial property inspected in August
• Discussed potential tax benefits for emergency personnel living in borough

Work Sessions

This is a work session of Lansdale Borough Council. Committee chairs will report on administration, code enforcement, economic development, electric, parks, public safety, and public works. Residents may comment on work session agenda items for up to 5 minutes. A regular business meeting is scheduled for September 18, 2024.

• Committee reports from all seven standing committees
• Public comment limited to work session agenda items

Administration & Finance Committee

The Administration and Finance Committee will discuss the budget timeline, property assessment appeals, and a resolution to support state funding of SEPTA, which may be a possible action item at the business meeting. Customer service department hours are also noted as an informational item.

• Budget timeline discussion
• Property Assessment Appeals (public comment)
• Resolution – Support State funding of SEPTA (possible action)
• Customer Service department hours (informational)

Lansdale Public Library Committee

The Lansdale Public Library Board of Directors will hold its monthly meeting, approving consent agenda items including August minutes and financial statements. They will discuss updating the library's mission, vision, and values statements, a statement on race and social equity, and changes to vendors for cleaning, bookkeeping, and insurance services. New business includes creating standing committees for governance, development, and finance.

• Approval of August 2024 meeting minutes and financial statements (consent agenda)
• Update on 6-month goals and mission/values statements
• Discussion of changing vendors for cleaning, bookkeeping, and insurance services
• Proposal to create new committees: Governance, Development, Finance
• Review of Statement on Race and Social Equity and employee handbook

Business Meetings

The Lansdale Borough Council will hold a public hearing and consider adoption of two zoning ordinances: one for map amendments and one for the Downtown Business Overlay District. The council also has a lengthy list of action items including contracts for IT services, a Verizon franchise agreement, and numerous public works change orders and payments. Several motions authorize improvements at Weaver Field and the Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Plan proposal.

• Public hearing and action on Zoning Map Amendments (Ord. 1974) and Downtown Business Overlay District (Ord. 1975)
• Motion to authorize contract for IT Services (no dollar amount specified)
• Motion to approve Verizon Franchise Agreement
• Motions to authorize Cannoneers batter's eye and grandstand dugout at Weaver Field
• Motion to award contract for No. 2 heating oil via Montgomery County Consortium

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will meet to discuss business updates and a façade grant application. The session includes reports from the LBA and Stephen Barth, as well as a review of upcoming borough events.

• Façade Grant Application
• LBA Update
• Stephen Barth Report
• Founders Day (August 24th)
• Rain Barrel Workshop (September 5th)

Public Works & WWTP Committee

The committee will consider action items including the 2022 ADA Ramp Replacement Program, heating oil contract, and Cherry Street Outfall Replacement, as well as multiple WWTP upgrades like Ridge Street pump station electrical upgrades and chemical feed automation. Updates will cover the East Main Streetscape, Norway Drive storm sewer repair, and the 2024 road program. A Road Degradation Ordinance is also on the agenda for discussion.

• 2022 ADA Ramp Replacement Program (possible action)
• Cherry Street Outfall Replacement Project (possible action)
• Ridge Street Pump Station Electrical Upgrades (possible action)
• Road Degradation Ordinance (new business)
• East Main Streetscape Project (update)

Work Sessions

The Borough Council is meeting for a work session to receive reports from various committees. No specific votes or ordinances are scheduled for decision during this session.

• Administration & Finance Committee report
• Code Enforcement & Land Planning report
• Economic Development Commission report
• Electric Committee report
• Public Works Committee report

Electric Committee

The Lansdale Electric Committee will consider a Verizon franchise agreement and approve payments for Main Substation Relays. They will also discuss the East Main Street Lighting Project and receive a capital projects update. The meeting includes both new and old business items.

• Verizon Franchise Agreement – possible action item
• Payment #2 & #3 – Main Substation Relays
• East Main Street Lighting Project
• Capital Projects Update
• Approval of Minutes

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will discuss police hiring, a traffic study, and the LPD Strategic Plan. The body will vote on a special event application for a block party and the addition of handicap parking spaces.

• Special event application for Cannoneer’s Block Party on 9/8/2024
• Handicap parking space for 45 West Fourth St.
• Handicap parking space for 119 West Sixth St.
• Police hiring and traffic study updates
• 2024 Budget and LPD Strategic Plan discussion

Code Enforcement & Land Planning Committee

The Code Enforcement and Land Planning Committee is meeting to review text and map amendments for the Downtown Business Overlay District. The body will also discuss a Vacancy Ordinance and review department activity regarding permits and single family rental responses.

• Downtown Business Overlay District Text and Map Amendments
• Vacancy Ordinance
• Single Family Rental Responses
• Zoning Hearing Board meeting for 817 W. Main St.

Administration & Finance Committee

The Administration and Finance Committee will review financial reports as of July 31, 2024, and discuss several business items including a potential sale of Prudential stock, creation of a fund balance policy for the General Fund, and an IT contract with Darwin Zehr. Also on the agenda is the use of electronic signatures and bank account updates. Public comment will be heard.

• Sale of Prudential stock (see attached memo)
• Creation of Fund Balance Policy for General Fund only (see attached memo)
• IT contract for services – Darwin Zehr
• Use of electronic signatures
• Financial reports as of 7/31/2024

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks & Recreation Committee will consider a motion to proceed with a comprehensive park, recreation, and open space plan by Toole Recreation Planning, with a contract not to exceed $100,000. The agenda also includes requests from the North Penn Cannoneers for an outfield batter's eye and a grandstand dugout at Weaver Field, as well as informational updates on White's Road Pool and Memorial Park Gazebo cleaning.

• Motion to approve contract with Toole Recreation Planning for Comprehensive Park, Recreation, and Open Space Plan not to exceed $100,000
• North Penn Cannoneers request: Outfield Batter's Eye at Weaver Field
• North Penn Cannoneers request: Grandstand Dugout at Weaver Field
• Approval of minutes from June 5, 2024

Business Meetings

Lansdale Borough Council will vote on routine financial approvals, including the treasurer's report and bills paid over $1,000. They will also consider several resolutions: a PennDOT winter services agreement, a grant application for the N. Cannon Avenue Rehabilitation project, and an equipment upgrade for the Emergency Operations Center. Multiple reappointments to boards and commissions are on the agenda.

• Motion to adopt Resolution 24-20 for DCED MTF grant application for N. Cannon Avenue Rehabilitation project
• Motion to adopt Resolution 24-19 for PennDOT 10-year winter services agreement
• Motion to accept proposal for equipment upgrade for Emergency Operations Center
• Approval of bills paid over $1,000 for June 2024, including $117,000 for a restroom facility at WRP
• Reappointments to Parking Authority, Civil Service Commission, Police Pension Board, and Environmental Advisory Commission

Economic Development Committee

The committee will decide on a facade grant application for a sign at 325 Madison St and receive updates from subcommittees and the Lansdale Business Association. They will also select a Business of the Month, welcome new businesses, and review upcoming borough events.

• Façade grant application – 325 Madison St, F1002 Soleil Luna Sign
• Subcommittee update and LBA update
• Business of the Month selection
• Welcome new businesses
• Upcoming events: free concert series, Puzzle Palooza, farmers market, extended tennis/pickleball hours

Planning Commission

The Lansdale Planning Commission will consider approval of the May 20, 2024, meeting minutes and review a sketch plan for 151 E. Mt. Vernon St. Old business includes continued discussion on the Downtown Business Overlay Map and Text Amendment, and other business covers commercial incubator spaces. The Zoning Hearing Board meeting scheduled for July 16 has been cancelled.

• Approval of May 20, 2024, meeting minutes
• Sketch plan review for 151 E. Mt. Vernon St
• Discussion of Downtown Business Overlay Map and Text Amendment
• Consideration of Commercial Incubator spaces
• Cancellation of July 16 Zoning Hearing Board meeting

Parking Authority

The Lansdale Parking Authority will review the Treasurer’s report for January through June 2024. The meeting includes discussions on finalizing signage for the Freight House parking lot and updates on the Freight House rehabilitation project. New business items include SEPTA garage parking passes, bike station amenities, and car sharing services.

• Finalizing Freight House parking lot signage
• Freight House rehabilitation project update
• SEPTA garage parking passes
• Bike Station & amenities at the Freight House
• Snow plowing on Madison Street & parking lot

Business Meetings

The Lansdale Borough Council will vote on several infrastructure and utility motions, including land development at 215 S. Broad St. The meeting also includes votes on committee appointments and the approval of May's treasurer report.

• Resolution 24-14 for preliminary and final land development at 215 S. Broad St.
• Final payment #3 to Armour & Sons for traffic signal upgrades
• Purchase of an aerial utility truck for the electric department
• Pole attachment agreement with Greenlight Networks
• Bid award for the Franklin St. Pump Station

Zoning Hearing Board

The Lansdale Zoning Hearing Board will review two applications for zoning relief at a public hearing. One request involves changes to setbacks, building height, and parking at 817 W. Main Street. The second application seeks a special exception to install a solar array at 1141 W. 8th Street.

• Zoning relief for building height and setbacks at 817 W. Main Street
• Request for reduced off-street parking spaces at 817 W. Main Street
• Special exception request for a solar array at 1141 W. 8th Street

Economic Development Committee

The committee will review subcommittee updates and a wayfinding signage area extension. The agenda also includes announcements for upcoming borough events, including the Lansdale Beer Tasting Festival and various park concerts.

• Wayfinding Signage Area Extension discussion
• Lansdale Beer Tasting Festival on June 22
• Free Concert Series at Whites Road Park
• Seascape Summer Crafts on July 13
• Memorial Park Tennis/Pickleball Court extended hours

Code Enforcement & Land Planning Committee

The Code Enforcement and Land Planning Committee will review department permits, a proposed vacancy ordinance, and the May 20 Planning Commission report. A primary focus is preliminary and final approval for land development at 215 S. Broad St., which would establish building standards and property use rules for that address. The agenda also lists June 18 Zoning Hearing Board hearings that will determine structure height limits, parking requirements, solar array permissions, and storage building setbacks for properties on W. Main St. and W. Eighth St.

• Preliminary and final land development review for 215 S. Broad St. (possible action item)
• Discussion of a vacancy ordinance
• Zoning Hearing Board hearings on June 18 at 817 W. Main St. regarding structure height relief and parking space requirements
• Zoning Hearing Board hearings on June 18 at 1141 W. Eighth St. for a solar array special exception and storage building variance
• Review of May 20 Planning Commission report and department permit activity

Public Safety Committee

The committee will review previous meeting minutes and receive updates on the traffic study and Co-Responder Quarterly Report. Members will also consider a motion regarding a new handicap parking space.

• Motion to approve a handicap parking space for 619 West Mt Vernon St
• Traffic Study update
• Co-Responder Quarterly Report
• Fire Marshal & Fire Department Report

Work Sessions

This meeting consists of routine committee reports and procedural matters. No specific ordinances, contracts, or rezonings are listed on this agenda. The next business meeting is scheduled for June 20.

• No substantive legislative or financial items are listed on this agenda.

Administration & Finance Committee

The committee will review financial reports as of May 31, 2024. The meeting includes updates regarding the single billing conversion, the Finance Director, and EOC technology upgrades.

• Approval of April 3, 2024 minutes
• Financial reports as of 5/31/2024
• Single billing conversion update
• Update on Finance Director
• EOC technology upgrade

Parks & Recreation Committee

The committee will review a request for artwork on the Weaver Field grandstand and receive updates regarding Stony Creek Park Pond and the local pool. The agenda also includes an update on the RFP for a Comprehensive Park, Recreation, and Open Space Plan.

• Artwork for North Penn Cannoneers at Weaver Field
• RFP for Comprehensive Park, Recreation, and Open Space Plan
• Stony Creek Park Pond update
• Pool update

Public Works & WWTP Committee

The committee will review progress on several street and sewer repair projects. The meeting also includes updates on wastewater treatment plant upgrades and discussion of a road degradation ordinance.

• Franklin Street Upgrade Project
• East Main Street Sanitary Sewer Repair
• Road Degradation Ordinance
• Chemical Feed Automation Project
• East Main Streetscape Project

Electric Committee

The Electric Committee will review several departmental items, including Lansdale Traffic Signal Upgrades funded by a GLG Grant. The agenda also includes discussions regarding an inventory project and the replacement of Truck #9.

• PMPA Resolution
• Inventory Project
• Pole Attachment Agreement
• Replacement of Truck #9
• Lansdale Traffic Signal Upgrades (GLG Grant)

Zoning Hearing Board

The Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing on a special exception request by A.R. Wakefield Holdings, LLC to operate an indoor pickleball facility at 1180 Church Road. The property is in the Industrial Zoning District and Transit Oriented Design Overlay District. The board will hear public comment and may render a decision that evening or continue to a later date.

• Special exception request for indoor pickleball facility at 1180 Church Road (Tax Parcel 11-00-02192-91-1)
• Applicant: A.R. Wakefield Holdings, LLC d/b/a Dill Dinkers Pickleball Club
• Property located in Industrial Zoning District and Transit Oriented Design Overlay District
• Public hearing scheduled for May 21, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. at Lansdale Borough Hall

Planning Commission

The Lansdale Planning Commission will consider a recommendation for preliminary/final land development approval at 215 S. Broad St. and discuss a Downtown Business Overlay map and text amendment. The meeting includes public comment periods and approval of March 18, 2024 minutes.

• Recommendation for Preliminary/Final Land Development approval at 215 S. Broad St.
• Discussion of Downtown Business Overlay Map and Text Amendment
• Approval of March 18, 2024 meeting minutes

Economic Development Committee

The Lansdale Economic Development Committee will review two façade improvement grant applications for properties on Susquehanna Avenue and West Main Street. Members will also receive updates from a subcommittee, the Local Business Association, and Stephen Barth. The agenda includes routine borough event announcements and public comment.

• Façade Improvement Grant Application – 23 Susquehanna Ave.
• Façade Improvement Grant Application – 825 W Main St.
• Subcommittee Update
• LBA Update
• Stephen Barth Report

Business Meetings

Lansdale Borough Council will hold a conditional use hearing and vote on a proposal for 315 W. Main Street. The council will also vote on several action items, including approving the pool snack stand contract for the 2024 season, four special events, equipment purchases, a bid award for the Ridge St. Outfall Replacement project, a change order for the Chemical Feed project, and resolutions for flood mitigation and DCED WRPP grant applications.

• Conditional use hearing and vote for 315 W. Main St.
• Motion to approve pool snack stand contract for 2024 season
• Motion to approve bid award for Ridge St. Outfall Replacement project
• Motion to adopt Resolution 24-12 for Flood Mitigation grant application
• Motion to adopt Resolution 24-13 for DCED WRPP grant application

Parking Authority

The May 13, 2024 meeting of the Lansdale Parking Authority has been cancelled. No business was conducted or discussed.

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will review minutes from April 3, receive a traffic study update, and vote on four special-event permits: Memorial Day Parade, Lansdale Pride Walk, Monger Fest Block Party, and a 6th Birthday Bash. The Fire Marshal and Fire Department will also report.

• Motion to approve Memorial Day Parade May 27, 2024, 9:00 am–12:00 pm, Lansdale VFW Post 32
• Motion to approve Lansdale Pride Walk June 9, 2024, 12:00 pm–3:00 pm, Montgomery County LGBT Business Council
• Motion to approve Monger Fest Block Party June 28, 2024, 4:00 pm–8:00 pm, Well Crafted Beer
• Motion to approve 6th Birthday Bash September 28, 2024, 4:00 pm–8:00 pm, Well Crafted Beer
• Fire Marshal and Fire Department report

Work Sessions

The Lansdale Borough Council is holding a work session on May 1, 2024, at 8:30 PM. The agenda includes committee reports from seven standing committees, announcements, and public comment limited to five minutes per resident on work session agenda items. The next business meeting is scheduled for May 15, 2024, at 7:00 PM.

• Committee reports from Administration & Finance, Code Enforcement & Land Planning, Economic Development, Electric, Parks and Recreation, Public Safety, and Public Works
• Public comment period for residents on work session agenda items (5-minute limit)
• Next business meeting announced for May 15, 2024, at 7:00 PM

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks & Recreation Committee will consider approving a contract with Little's Ice Cream and Water Ice to operate the pool snack stand for the 2024 season. The agenda also includes approval of the April 3, 2024 meeting minutes, public comment periods, and informational updates on maintenance, White's Road Pool and restroom facilities, a request for proposals for a comprehensive parks plan, and May events including the Montgomery County Senior Games.

• Action item: Approval of minutes from April 3, 2024 meeting
• Action item: Vote on Little's Ice Cream and Water Ice contract for 2024 pool snack stand
• Informational: White's Road Pool update
• Informational: White's Road Park restroom facility update
• Informational: RFP for Comprehensive Park, Recreation, and Open Space Plan

Public Works & WWTP Committee

The committee will consider action items regarding the Ridge Street Outfall Replacement and a request to use wastewater treatment plant funds for municipal complex equipment. The agenda also includes updates on streetscape projects and storm sewer repairs.

• Ridge Street Outfall Replacement
• Request to use WWTP Capital Funds for used equipment
• DCED Flood Mitigation Program
• Road Degradation Ordinance
• East Main Streetscape Project update

Electric Committee

The Electric Committee will consider approval of minutes, discuss payment #1 for Main Substation Relays, receive a 2024 Capital Projects update, and review a PMEA update and department operations. No votes are expected at this meeting; any action would occur at a later business meeting.

• Main Substation Relays – Payment #1
• 2024 Capital Projects Update
• PMEA Update
• Department Operations

Code Enforcement & Land Planning Committee

The Code Enforcement and Land Planning Committee will consider a conditional use amendment for 315 W Main St and discuss a vacancy ordinance and downtown business overlay district amendments. The April 15 Planning Commission meeting was cancelled. A zoning hearing is scheduled for May 21 regarding a special exception for an indoor pickleball facility at 1180 Church Rd.

• 315 W Main St – Conditional Use Amendment
• Vacancy Ordinance discussion
• Downtown Business Overlay District Amendments
• Zoning Hearing Board: May 21, 7:00 PM, 1180 Church Rd – special exception for indoor pickleball facility
• Planning Commission meeting April 15 cancelled

Administration & Finance Committee

The Administration and Finance Committee is meeting to approve minutes, review financial reports, and discuss the upcoming single-cycle utility billing for May. All electric accounts will be read on May 19, 2024, with billing data review completed by May 24, and bills due 20 days after issuance. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no other substantive items listed.

• Approval of minutes from April 3, 2024
• Financial reports as of April 30, 2024
• Single-cycle utility billing scheduled for May; electric accounts read on May 19, 2024
• Billing data review to be completed by May 24, 2024
• Bills due 20 days after issuance

Business Meetings

Lansdale Borough Council will consider 17 action items at its April 17, 2024 business meeting. Key votes include adopting a social media policy for public officials (Resolution 24-09), supporting a library renovation grant application (Resolution 24-10), and awarding a bid for the East Main Street Streetscape project. The council will also vote on appointments to the Civil Service Commission and Library Board, and approve several special events and alcohol sales at the Lansdale Festival of the Arts.

• Adopt Resolution 24-09 affirming public officials cannot act or speak on behalf of the borough on social media
• Adopt Resolution 24-10 supporting a grant application for library renovations
• Award bid for the East Main Street Streetscape project
• Approve alcohol sales at the Lansdale Festival of the Arts
• Approve three special events for the 2024 season

Zoning Hearing Board

The Lansdale Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing on two zoning applications. One seeks relief to allow two driveway intersections and front-yard parking at a residential property. The other requests a variance to build nine townhouses on an industrial-zoned lot.

• Michael K. Dumin requests relief from Section 405-1702 for two driveway intersections at 512 E. 7th Street
• Wilmington Capital Limited, LLC requests variance from Section 405-1500 to construct nine townhouses at 380 East Hancock Street in the Industrial District

Planning Commission

The Lansdale Planning Commission meeting scheduled for April 15, 2024, has been cancelled. No business was conducted or discussed.

Economic Development Committee

The committee will review subcommittee, LBA, and Stephen Barth reports. The meeting also includes announcements for upcoming community events in Lansdale.

• Cassatt Mother’s Day Crafts at Wissahickon Park Bldg on May 4th
• May 3rd First Friday event: Geeking Out/Comic Books
• LBA Update
• Stephen Barth Report

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will vote on activating the Civil Service Commission to administer entry-level police officer exams, and on approving three special events: a Cinco De Mayo block party, a BAPS charity walk, and an Under the Lights car show. The meeting also includes a traffic study update and a Fire Marshal report.

• Motion to activate Civil Service Commission for entry-level police officer exams
• Cinco De Mayo Block Party on May 1, 2024, at El Limon Lansdale
• BAPS Charity Walk on June 8, 2024, from 9:30 am to 1:00 pm
• Under the Lights Car Show on June 15, 2024, at Fairmount Fire Company
• Review of minutes from March 6, 2024, meeting

Work Sessions

This is a routine work session of the Lansdale Borough Council. The agenda includes committee reports from seven standing committees, announcements, and public comment limited to five minutes per resident on work session agenda items. No specific decisions or proposals are listed; the next business meeting is scheduled for April 17.

• Committee reports from Administration & Finance, Code Enforcement & Land Planning, Economic Development, Electric, Parks and Recreation, Public Safety, and Public Works
• Public comment limited to 5 minutes per resident on work session agenda items
• Next business meeting set for April 17 at 7:00 pm

Administration & Finance Committee

The Administration and Finance Committee is meeting to review financial reports, discuss the conversion of utility billing to a single cycle in May, and receive updates on the 2024 bond borrowing and 2025 capital budget planning. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and public comment.

• Utility billing conversion to one billing cycle in May
• 2024 proposed bond borrowing update
• 2025 capital budget planning
• Financial reports as of 3/31/2024

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Lansdale Parks & Recreation Committee will consider action items including approval of minutes, a request from NPVGSA for 12 tournaments at Schweiker Park (up from 10 in 2023), and a proposal for alcohol sales at the Festival of the Arts. Informational updates on pool staffing, April events, and maintenance activities are also on the agenda.

• NPVGSA request for 12 tournaments at Schweiker Park (10 held in 2023)
• Proposal for alcohol sales at Festival of the Arts
• Pool staff update
• April events and programs update
• Maintenance activities report

Public Works & WWTP Committee

The Public Works & WWTP Committee will review updates on infrastructure projects, including outfall replacements, pump station upgrades, and storm sewer repairs. Several items are marked as possible actions that may be voted on at a future business meeting.

• East Main Street Streetscape Project (possible action)
• Chemical Feed Automation Project for the WWTP (possible action)
• Whites Road Pump Station Upgrade Project (possible action)
• Ridge Street and Cherry Street Outfall Replacement Projects (updates)
• Road Degradation Ordinance discussion

Electric Committee

The Electric Committee will discuss the 2024 capital projects update, items approved for sale on Municibid, and department operations. The meeting includes approval of minutes and updates from the PMEA. No major policy changes or ordinances are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from prior meeting
• Items to be approved for sale on Municibid (surplus equipment auction)
• 2024 Capital Projects Update
• PMEA newsletter and updates

Business Meetings

Lansdale Borough Council will vote on several action items including a land development waiver for 630 York Avenue, grant applications for West 5th Street Park rehabilitation, and traffic direction changes at Courtland Street and Susquehanna Avenue. The council will also consider agreements for a pump station, a clean water partnership, and reappointments to various boards and commissions.

• Resolution 24-05: waiver of land development for 630 York Avenue
• Resolution 24-06: CDBG grant application for W. 5th St Park Rehabilitation project
• Resolution 24-07: DCNR grant application for W. 5th St Park Rehabilitation project
• Ordinance 1973: directional change and stop signs at Courtland St & Susquehanna Ave
• Agreement with Retreivr, Inc.

Zoning Hearing Board

The Lansdale Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing on March 19, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. to consider a variance request from Steve and Lynn Miller for property at 231 E. Main Street. The applicants seek relief from the required 8-foot side yard setback, as the existing setback is only 4 feet. The property is in the Business District and Residential Class C Zoning District, where two-family duplex dwellings are permitted.

• Variance request from Section 405-604.D(1) for a 4-foot side yard setback where 8 feet is required
• Property located at 231 E. Main Street, Tax Parcel No. 11-00-10084-00-3
• Public hearing scheduled for March 24, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. at Lansdale Borough Hall

Planning Commission

The Lansdale Planning Commission will consider a preliminary/final land development application for 215 S. Broad Street, receive an informational update on a conditional use hearing for 315 W. Main Street, and review a sketch plan for a cargo trailer at 510 W. Eighth Street. The commission will also discuss a proposed Historic Preservation Ordinance.

• 215 S. Broad St. – Recommendation for Preliminary/Final Land Development approval
• 315 W. Main St. – Informational for Conditional Use Hearing
• 510 W. Eighth St. – Cargo Trailer sketch plan
• Historic Preservation Ordinance – Commission feedback
• Zoning Hearing Board meeting on March 19, 2024, for 231 E. Main St. side yard relief

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will discuss a façade improvement grant application for 10 N Cannon Ave and receive an update from Stephen Barth. The meeting also covers LBA updates and upcoming borough events.

• Façade Improvement Grant Application – 10 N Cannon Ave
• Stephen Barth presentation
• LBA Update
• Easter Egg Hunt at Whites Road Park
• Lansdale Farmers Market schedule

Code Enforcement & Land Planning Committee

The Code Enforcement and Land Planning Committee will consider a waiver of land development for 630 York Ave. (Grace Mennonite Church) and discuss the Historic Preservation Ordinance. They will also review a zoning relief request for 231 E Main St. and ongoing work on the Downtown Business Overlay District and Active Transportation Plan.

• 630 York Ave., Grace Mennonite Church: Waiver of Land Development
• 231 E Main St: Zoning Hearing Board relief for side yard setback on March 19, 2024
• Historic Preservation Ordinance discussion
• Downtown Business Overlay District Amendments (old business)
• Lansdale Active Transportation Plan (old business)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will consider motions to approve permits for several 2024 community events, including the Race to End Hunger, First Fridays, Lansdale Day, and others. The agenda also includes a Fire Marshal & Fire Department Report and open public comment. No other substantive business is listed.

• Race to End Hunger, April 13, 2024, 7:00-10:30 am, Manna on Main Street
• First Fridays, May 3-November 1, 2024, 6:00-9:00 pm, Discover Lansdale
• Lansdale Day Arts & Craft Festival, June 1, 2024, 10:00 am-4:00 pm, Rotary Club of North Penn
• Lansdale Beer Tasting Festival, June 22, 2024, 12:00-4:00 pm, Discover Lansdale
• Lansdale Founders Day, August 24, 2024, 9:00 am-10:00 pm, Discover Lansdale

Work Sessions

This is a procedural work session of the Lansdale Borough Council. The agenda includes committee reports from seven standing committees, announcements, and public comment limited to five minutes per resident on work session agenda items. No specific decisions or proposals are listed for discussion.

• Committee reports from Administration & Finance, Code Enforcement & Land Planning, Economic Development, Electric, Parks and Recreation, Public Safety, and Public Works committees
• Public comment period for residents on work session agenda items (5-minute limit)
• Next business meeting scheduled for March 20, 2024 at 7:00pm

Administration & Finance Committee

The Administration and Finance Committee will review financial reports, consider renewing a profit-sharing agreement with Retrievr, Inc. for a recycling program at no cost to the borough, and discuss an upcoming utility town hall to introduce a single billing date option. The meeting includes approval of minutes and public comment.

• Renew Retrievr, Inc. profit sharing agreement (no cost to Borough)
• Utility Town Hall/Open House on March 13 at 12:00 pm and 6:00 pm
• Review financial reports as of 2/28/2024
• Approval of minutes from February 7, 2024

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks & Recreation Committee will vote on resolutions to apply for DCNR and CDBG grants for the W. 5th Street Park playground rehabilitation project. They will also consider department requests, including a beer garden at White's Road Park and volleyball tournaments at Schweiker Park, and receive updates on pool studies and community surveys.

• Resolution for DCNR C2P2 Grant Application – W. 5th Street Park Playground Rehabilitation Project
• Resolution for CDBG Grant Application – W. 5th Street Park Playground Rehabilitation Project
• Well Crafted Beer Garden at White's Road Park, April 20-May 11
• NPVGSA – 12 tournaments at Schweiker Park (10 held in 2023)
• Pool Study Update and Pool Survey for White's Road Pool and Fourth Street Pool

Public Works & WWTP Committee

The committee will consider action items for the Ridge Street and Pennbrook pump station upgrade projects. Members will also receive updates on several outfall replacement and sewer repair projects. Additionally, the agenda includes discussion of a road degradation ordinance.

• Ridge Street Pump Station Control & Generator Upgrade Project
• Pennbrook Pump Station Pump Control Upgrade Project
• Wissahickon Clean Water Partnership action item
• Road Degradation Ordinance
• Updates on outfall replacement and storm sewer repair projects

Electric Committee

The Lansdale Electric Committee will consider approving meeting minutes, discuss the NEXTERA Power Summit and APPA Legislative Rally, review department operations, and examine the first-quarter budget. Old and new business items may also be addressed.

• Approval of minutes
• NEXTERA Power Summit discussion
• APPA Legislative Rally update
• First-quarter budget review

Business Meetings

The Lansdale Borough Council will hold a business meeting with a lengthy list of action items. Key decisions include approving the police department's annual report, multiple property tax assessment appeals, contracts for copiers and electric meters, and moving forward with the E. Main St. Streetscape project. The council will also consider ordinances for a healthcare cafeteria plan and a traffic change on Susquehanna Ave & Courtland St.

• Lansdale Police Department Annual Report presentation
• Motion to prepare & advertise bid specs for E. Main St. Streetscape project
• Motions to authorize assessment appeals for 503 W. 8th St, 820 Kenilworth Ave, 1000 N. Cannon Ave, Moyers Rd, W. 8th St, and W. 9th St
• Motion to approve contract with Altek Business Solutions for copiers
• Motion to approve the purchase of REXU electric meters

Planning Commission

The Lansdale Planning Commission will consider a waiver request from Grace Mennonite Church for a minor land development at 630 York Ave. They will also discuss feedback on the Historic Preservation Ordinance and review minutes from the January 15 meeting.

• 630 York Ave., Grace Mennonite Church: Minor Land Development – Requesting a Waiver of Land Development
• Historic Preservation Ordinance – Feedback discussion
• Approval of January 15, 2024 meeting minutes
• Zoning Hearing Board meeting on Feb 20, 2024: 24-30 E Main St (continued) and 704 Wissahickon Ave – Variance for fence and shed within front yard setbacks

Administration & Finance Committee

The Lansdale Borough Administration and Finance Committee will review financial reports and consider several contracts, including a recycling contract renewal, a copier replacement agreement, and moving the East Main St Streetscape Project to bid. They will also discuss an optional 457 retirement account, utility billing changes, and a tax refund. Possible action items will be voted on at a later business meeting.

• Renewal of FX Browne recycling contract
• Contract with Altek to replace copiers
• Move East Main St Streetscape Project to bid phase
• Tax refund check for 1180 Church Rd
• RFP issued for IT services

Electric Committee

The Electric Committee will discuss the AMP/PMEA training agreement, a 5-year AMP forecast, Knapp Road lights with PECO, the GRP program update, a pole order, 2024 capital project updates, a REX meter order, department operations, and an APPA RP3 Platinum award. Several items may require action at the business meeting.

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will consider a $25,000 traffic study proposal by Pennoni Partners and vote on converting Susquehanna Avenue and Courtland Avenue to two-way streets. They will also discuss a co-responder program update and a handicap parking request for 1017 Tremont Drive.

• Motion to approve $25,000 traffic study by Pennoni Partners
• Motion to approve two-way street conversion of Susquehanna Ave and Courtland Ave
• Handicap parking request for 1017 Tremont Drive
• Co-responder program update
• Approval of December 6, 2023 PSC minutes

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Lansdale Parks & Recreation Committee will consider a DCNR C2P2 grant, review a pool feasibility study update, and discuss a proclamation for Kids to Parks Day. Other items include an electric mower, meadow at Willow Street Park, and restroom updates.

• DCNR C2P2 grant discussion
• Pool feasibility study update
• Kids to Parks Day proclamation for May 18, 2024
• St. John's UCC request for White's Road Amphitheater on March 31, 6am-9am
• Electric mower, Willow Street Park meadow, and restroom updates

Public Works & WWTP Committee

The committee will review several infrastructure projects including outfall replacements and storm sewer repairs. The meeting also includes updates on winter maintenance and wastewater treatment plant operations.

• Ridge Street Outfall Replacement
• Cherry Street Outfall Replacement
• Norway Drive Storm Sewer Repair
• Chemical Feed Automation Project
• Neshaminy Streambank Restoration Project

Business Meetings

Lansdale Borough Council will vote on several action items including a bid award for Green Light Go signal controller upgrades, final payment for the 2023 Mill & Overlay program, and an addendum for the WWTP UV disinfection project. The meeting also includes police department recognition awards and an update on the East Main Streetscape project.

• Bid award for Green Light Go Signal Controller Upgrades
• Final payment #3 for 2023 Mill & Overlay program
• Addendum #3 for ARRO Consulting for WWTP UV Disinfection Project
• Settlement agreement for a personnel issue
• Reappointment of Jeffrey Simcox to the NPWA Board

Zoning Hearing Board

The Lansdale Zoning Hearing Board meeting scheduled for January 16, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Economic Development Committee

The committee will conduct reorganization and welcome new members. The agenda includes updates regarding the Stephen Barth project and a facade improvement grant for the Lansdale Library.

• Facade Improvement Grant – Lansdale Library
• Stephen Barth Update
• LBA Update
• Restaurant Week (February 26th – March 3rd)
• Lansdale Farmers Market schedule

Planning Commission

The Lansdale Planning Commission will consider a sketch plan for a proposed development at 380 E Hancock St, continue discussions on a historic preservation ordinance, and explore regulations for maker spaces, business incubators, and coworking spaces. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and a public comment period.

• 380 E Hancock St – informational sketch plan for proposed development
• Historic Preservation Ordinance discussion (old business)
• Maker spaces, business incubators, coworking spaces discussion (other business)
• Zoning Hearing Board meeting scheduled for Jan 16, 2024, at 24-30 E Main St (continued case)

Parking Authority

The Lansdale Parking Authority will vote on meeting minutes, elect officers, reappoint a solicitor, and consider a resolution on administrative staff. The board will also finalize signage for the Freight House parking lot and discuss the Discover Lansdale Freight House project.

• Motion regarding election of officers
• Motion regarding reappointment of solicitor
• Resolution 24-01 regarding administrative staff
• Finalize Freight House parking lot signage
• Discover Lansdale Freight House project discussion

Reoranization Meeting

This is a reorganization meeting where the Lansdale Borough Council will swear in four council members and elect a Council President and Vice President. No substantive business is scheduled; the next business meeting is set for January 17, 2024.

• Administration of Oath of Office to incoming/re-elected Council Members: BJ Breish, Rich DiGregorio, Rafia Razzak, Meg Currie Teoh
• Nomination and election of Council President
• Nomination and election of Vice President
• Lansdale residents to be heard on any item (five minutes)