Lansdale public meetings in 2025

Business Meetings

The Council will decide on the 2026 Budget and the real estate tax millage. The meeting includes votes on several infrastructure final payments and new engineering proposals for sewer and stormwater projects.

• Approval of the 2026 Budget and Ord. 1994 regarding Real Estate tax millage
• Final payments for W. Fifth St. Playground Rehabilitation and 2025 Trail paving projects
• Proposals from Entech Engineering for PENNVEST funding for sewer and Neshaminy Creek stormwater projects
• Adoption of Ord. 1996 to amend parking restrictions on E. Main St.
• Motion to reject and rebid the Turf Maintenance contract

The Lansdale Borough Council approved the fiscal year 2026 budget, adopted an ordinance fixing the real estate tax rate at 8.5 mills, and adopted resolutions updating fee schedules and land‑development approvals. It also rejected all bids for the Turf Maintenance Contract and ordered a rebid, and adopted several parking and traffic ordinances. All motions were approved unanimously.

• Adopted FY 2026 budget (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 1994 fixing real estate tax rate at 8.5 mills (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 25-29 re‑establishing schedule of fees and charges (unanimous)
• Rejected all bids for Turf Maintenance Contract and authorized rebidding (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 1995 adding a handicap parking space at 891 Wedgewood Drive (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 1996 adding parking on East Main Street (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 1996 changing speed limit to 25 mph on W. Main Street from Cannon Ave to Valley Forge Rd (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 25-30 granting preliminary and final land‑development approval for 215 S. Broad Street (unanimous)

Zoning Hearing Board

The provided text is a partial notice for the Lansdale Zoning Hearing Board meeting on December 16, 2025. It confirms that zoning applications will be heard at a public hearing but cuts off before listing the specific cases, addresses, or applicants. No decisions, dollar amounts, or specific project details are present in the source document.

• Source document is incomplete and does not list specific zoning applications.

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will approve the November 17, 2025 minutes and receive updates from its subcommittee and the Lansdale Business Association. It will discuss the Economic Development Incentive Program and consider a façade grant application for Elm Terrace Gardens. Old business includes Main Street Matters, and the meeting will conclude with public comment and announcements of upcoming community events.

• Approval of Minutes – November 17, 2025
• Review Economic Development Incentive Program
• Façade Grant Application: Elm Terrace Gardens
• Main Street Matters
• Lansdale Farmers’ Market 2025 Season (May 10 – Dec 20)

The Economic Development Committee approved the November 17, 2025 minutes with a 6‑0 vote. It approved a $5,000 grant to Elm Terrace Gardens for 2026. The committee also allowed an extension for the McQuillin Studio storefront repaint project and set the 2026 subcommittee to meet regularly outside the monthly meetings.

• Approved November 17, 2025 minutes (6-0 vote)
• Approved $5,000 grant to Elm Terrace Gardens for 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved extension for McQuillin Studio project and requested new contract filing (unanimous)
• Set subcommittee to meet regularly outside scheduled monthly meetings (unanimous)

Work Sessions

The Borough Council will hold a work session to discuss committee reports and a motion to approve the December 3, 2025, check warrant. The session includes a period for resident public comment on agenda items.

• Proposed approval of a $2,527,453.00 check warrant
• Payment of $782,182.91 to American Municipal Power for October usage
• Payment of $285,249.61 to Doli Construction Corporation for Edgemont sanitary payment #1
• Payment of $216,714.00 to Asplundh Engineering Services LLC for the main sub relay project
• Payment of $150,773.00 to JNS Paving & Excavating Corp for the 2025 Trail Paving Project

At the work session, Councilwoman Oglesby moved to approve the check warrant, which was seconded by Councilman Carroll and passed unanimously. The Electric Committee approved the schedule of fees and charges for 2026. No other substantive actions were taken; remaining items were slated for the next regular council meeting.

• Approve check warrant (unanimously approved)
• Approve 2026 electric fee schedule (approved)

Parks & Recreation Committee

The committee will consider final payments for two infrastructure projects. The meeting also includes updates on the Comprehensive Plan and a schedule of December winter events at Railroad Plaza.

• Final payment to Couzins Inc. for W. 5th Street Park Rehabilitation Project: $116,522.50
• Final payment to JNS Paving and Excavating for Trail Paving Project: $20,236.75
• Comprehensive Plan update
• Winter events at Railroad Plaza including Tree Lighting, TubaChristmas, Santa House, and Menorah Lighting

The Parks & Recreation Committee approved the November 5, 2025 minutes. It also approved the final payment of $20,236.75 to JNS Paving and Excavating for the Trail Paving Project. Additionally, it approved the final payment of $117,092.50 to Couzins Inc. for the W. 5th Street Park Rehabilitation Project. All motions passed with a 2-0 vote.

• Approved November 5, 2025 minutes (2-0)
• Approved final payment $20,236.75 to JNS Paving for Trail Paving Project (2-0)
• Approved final payment $117,092.50 to Couzins Inc. for W. 5th Street Park Rehabilitation (2-0)

Administration & Finance Committee

The Administration & Finance Committee will review the November 5 meeting minutes and the October 31 financial report. It will consider several action items, including approval of the 2026 budget, a real estate tax ordinance, and a request to rebid turf maintenance contracts. The committee will also discuss updating the police pension plan language to align with Act 600 and a Univest revolving loan.

• Approval of 2026 budget
• Ordinance Real Estate Tax ordinance
• Turf Maintenance – reject bids and rebid
• Police Pension Plan – update language to match Act 600
• Univest Revolving Loan

The Administration & Finance Committee approved the November 5, 2025 meeting minutes (3‑0). It moved the 2026 budget and the ordinance setting the 2026 real estate tax at 8.5 mils to council (both 3‑0). The committee also rejected the current turf‑maintenance bids and ordered a rebid, and approved updating the police pension plan language to match Act 600 (each 3‑0).

• Approved November 5, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Moved 2026 budget to council (3-0)
• Moved ordinance to set 2026 real estate tax at 8.5 mils to council (3-0)
• Rejected turf maintenance bids and ordered rebid (3-0)
• Approved update of police pension plan language to match Act 600 (3-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will consider votes on changing the speed limit on the 800 block of W Main Street and adding pedestrian safety signage and crosswalks. The body will also receive updates on several ongoing signage and road marking projects.

• Vote on speed limit change for 800 block of W Main Street
• Vote on triangular pedestrian crossing signage at Main Street and Susquehanna Ave
• Vote on adding crosswalks at Main Street and Mitchell Street
• Update on ordinance for dumpsters on Borough roads
• Update on West 6th Street 'Children at Play' signage

The committee approved the November 5 minutes and voted 3‑0 to send a letter to PennDOT asking to reduce the speed limit on Main Street from 35 mph to 25 mph. It decided no additional pedestrian‑crossing signage is needed after recent street improvements, and set parking markings on E Main Street to small T‑mark lines. The board noted that a crosswalk at Main and Mitchell cannot be built now because the curbs are not ADA‑compliant and will be revisited in 2026.

• Approved November 5, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved letter to PennDOT to change Main Street speed limit to 25 mph (3‑0)
• Decided no additional pedestrian‑crossing signage needed after recent improvements
• Set E Main Street parking markings to small T‑mark lines (two spots near dentist office)
• Determined Main & Mitchell crosswalk cannot be added now; will address with 2026 curb replacement

Electric Committee

The Lansdale Electric Committee will meet on December 3, 2025 to review several items. It will approve the previous meeting minutes and discuss the proposed 2026 fee schedule. The agenda also includes an update on the ARLE & GLG application, a discussion of the final budget and capital expenditures, and a review of holiday lights along the Business District.

• Approval of Minutes
• 2026 Fee Schedule
• ARLE & GLG Application Update
• Final Budget & Capital Expenditures Discussion
• Holiday Lights along Business District

The Electric Committee approved the November 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous 3‑0 vote. The committee discussed proposed 2026 fee schedule adjustments, recording a 3‑0 vote but no formal approval. It reviewed two Green Light‑Go program scoping applications and the 2026 budget request without making decisions. A resident request about holiday lighting on West Main Street was noted, and staff will prepare budget options for a future meeting.

• Approved November 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)

Code Enforcement & Land Planning Committee

The Code Enforcement and Land Planning Committee will review preliminary and final land development plans for 215 S. Broad St and consider an annual junkyard license for Mattero's at 316 W Seventh St. The meeting also includes a discussion on updating the fee schedule and a report from the Planning Commission.

• 215 S. Broad St – Preliminary & Final Land Development
• 316 W Seventh St – Annual Junkyard License for Mattero's
• Discuss Fee Schedule
• Update – Lead Safe – Sample Ordinance
• Zoning Hearing Board: 930 Wedgewood Dr addition request

The committee unanimously approved the November 5, 2025 meeting minutes. It also unanimously approved the Lansdale Borough Council's approval of the proposed development at 215 S. Broad St, which will replace a 10‑unit boarding house with five three‑story townhomes. Finally, the committee unanimously approved the annual renewal of the junkyard license for 316 W. Seventh St.

• Approved November 5, 2025 minutes (unanimous 3‑0)
• Approved Lansdale Borough Council approval of 215 S. Broad St development (unanimous 3‑0)
• Approved annual junkyard license renewal for 316 W. Seventh St (unanimous 3‑0)

Public Works & WWTP Committee

The committee will consider action items regarding wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) and stormwater infrastructure. The meeting includes updates on road striping and discussions on a road degradation ordinance.

• Neshaminy Creek Stormwater Project
• Cannon Avenue & Poplar Street Sanitary Sewer
• Whites Road Chemical Feed Automation
• Edgemont Avenue and West Third Street Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation
• Road Degradation Ordinance

The committee approved the meeting minutes by a 2-0 vote. It voted to forward to full council acceptance of Entech proposals for the Neshaminy Creek stormwater project and the Cannon Avenue & Poplar Street sanitary sewer projects, each not to exceed $24,800. It also voted to forward a Keystone proposal for Whites Road chemical feed automation not to exceed $42,250. The committee approved Payment #2 (final) for the Edgemont Avenue sewer rehabilitation in the amount of $29,950.61 and recorded a negative change order of -$44,158.78. Additionally, it approved Change Order #1 for West Third Street sewer rehabilitation ($14,267.25) and Payment #3 (final) for the same project ($43,995.86).

• Approved meeting minutes (2-0)
• Voted to forward Entech stormwater financing proposal ($24,800) to full council
• Voted to forward Entech sanitary sewer financing proposal ($24,800) to full council
• Voted to forward Keystone automation proposal ($42,250) to full council
• Approved Payment #2 (final) for Edgemont Ave sewer rehab $29,950.61; noted negative change order -$44,158.78
• Approved Change Order #1 for West Third St sewer rehab $14,267.25
• Approved Payment #3 (final) for West Third St sewer rehab $43,995.86

Environmental Advisory Commission

The Environmental Advisory Commission will review minutes, recap past events, and discuss updates on the Parks and Rec Plan and Active Transportation Plan. The group plans to form an energy subcommittee and finalize a draft ordinance for the Shade Tree Commission.

• Review and approve October meeting minutes
• Update on Parks and Rec Plan
• Update on Active Transportation Plan
• Shade tree commission Ordinance – finish draft
• Energy subcommittee – forming committee and securing room

The Environmental Advisory Commission voted to approve the minutes from the October meeting. No other resolutions, approvals, denials, or tablings were recorded. The commission discussed upcoming events, subcommittee work, and member positions, but those items were not decided at this meeting.

• Approved October meeting minutes

Business Meetings

The Lansdale Borough Council will approve the October 2025 Treasurer's Report and the November 19 check warrant, hear a conditional‑use request for 217 W. Main Street and a 2026 budget presentation, and consider several motions. Key proposals include an electric rate increase, additional library funding, economic incentives for Rex Heat Treat, and an honorary street naming. Residents may address the council for up to five minutes on any item.

• Motion to adopt Res. 25‑25 re: electric rate increase (Councilman Carroll)
• Motion to adopt Res. 25‑24 re: economic incentives for Rex Heat Treat (Councilman Carroll)
• Motion to approve additional funding for the Lansdale Library (Councilwoman Oglesby)
• Motion to adopt Res. 25‑23 honoring Chief Jay Daveler by naming Vine St. (Councilwoman Oglesby)
• Motion to authorize purchase of a backhoe for Public Works (Councilman Breish)

The borough council approved the conditional use request for 217 W. Main Street, allowing a commercial kitchen, event space and apartments. It also authorized several large grant applications, including an $848,296 request for Memorial Park infrastructure and a $366,434 request for the York & Susquehanna Playground. Additional actions included $132,500 library funding, new electric rate resolutions, and the adoption of multiple resolutions and ordinances, all passed unanimously.

• Approved conditional use for 217 W. Main St (unanimously)
• Authorized $848,296 Memorial Park grant application (unanimously)
• Authorized $366,434 York & Susquehanna Playground grant application (unanimously)
• Approved $132,500 additional funding for Lansdale Public Library (unanimously)
• Adopted Resolution 25-25 establishing new electric rates (unanimously)
• Adopted Resolution 25-24 granting economic incentives to Rex Heat Treat (unanimously)
• Authorized honorary renaming of Vine Street as Chief Jay Daveler Way (unanimously)
• Approved two special events: Menorah Lighting (Dec 14) and Procession for Our Lady of Guadalupe (Dec 12) (unanimously)

Zoning Hearing Board

The Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing on November 18, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. at Lansdale Borough Hall. The board will consider an application from HarpCon, LLC to construct three townhouses at 134 W. 6th Street and to request several variances from the Class C Residential Zoning District requirements. The board will also consider an application from 117 S. Broad PROPCO LLC and affiliates for sign variances on the property at 117 S. Broad Street in the Industrial Zoning District. After the hearing the board will discuss the applications and render its decisions, or may schedule a follow‑up meeting if more time is needed.

• HarpCon, LLC seeks variances for lot width, side yard setbacks, parking in side yard, front entry garage, and garage setback at 134 W. 6th St. (Class C Residential)
• 117 S. Broad PROPCO LLC seeks a variance to allow a 46 sq ft projecting sign (vs 15 sq ft limit) at 117 S. Broad St. (Industrial)
• 117 S. Broad PROPCO LLC seeks a variance to allow a 73 sq ft free‑standing sign (vs 24 sq ft limit) at 117 S. Broad St. (Industrial)

Planning Commission

The Lansdale Planning Commission will approve minutes from the October 20, 2025 meeting, consider a preliminary and final land development project at 215 S Broad St, and discuss a proposed amendment for electric‑vehicle charging. The commission will also hear a conditional‑use request for 217 W Main St and note upcoming Zoning Hearing Board meetings.

• Approval of October 20, 2025 Planning Commission minutes
• 215 S Broad St – Preliminary & final land development review
• Proposed EV charging amendment (old business)
• 217 W Main St – Conditional use hearing scheduled for Nov 19, 2025
• Zoning Hearing Board meeting on Nov 18, 2025 at 134 W Sixth St and 117 S Broad St

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the October 20, 2025 meeting (7‑0). It also unanimously approved both preliminary and final land development for 215 S. Broad St., granting required waivers and subject to the listed review letters. The commission recommended forwarding the proposed EV charging amendment to the Montgomery County Planning Commission. Upcoming hearings were scheduled for 217 W. Main St. and 134 W. Sixth St.

• Approved October 20, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved preliminary and final land development for 215 S. Broad St., with waivers (7-0)
• Recommended forwarding EV charging amendment to Montgomery County Planning Commission

Economic Development Committee

The committee will review the Economic Development Incentive Program and the Façade Improvement Grant. Members will also discuss a façade grant application for Elm Terrace Gardens.

• Review of Economic Development Incentive Program
• Review of Façade Improvement Grant
• Façade Grant Application for Elm Terrace Gardens

The Economic Development Committee approved the October 20, 2025 meeting minutes by a 6‑0 vote. The Elm Terrace Gardens facade grant application for $5,000 was tabled for further consideration next month. No other actions were formally decided at this meeting.

• Approved October 20, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Tabled Elm Terrace Gardens $5,000 facade grant application (no vote recorded)

Work Sessions

The Lansdale Borough Council work session will vote on a motion to approve a retroactive check warrant covering expenses dated October 29, 2025, totaling $1,917,271.00. Committee chairs will present reports from Administration & Finance, Code Enforcement & Land Planning, Economic Development, Electric, Parks & Recreation, Public Safety, and Public Works. Residents will have a limited public‑comment period, and the next regular business meeting is scheduled for November 19, 2025.

• Motion to approve retroactive check warrant for Oct 29 2025 ($1,917,271.00)
• Motion to approve Police Pension MMO (details not specified)
• Committee reports from Administration & Finance, Code Enforcement & Land Planning, Economic Development, Electric, Parks & Recreation, Public Safety, and Public Works
• Public comment limited to 5 minutes per resident
• Announcement: next Business Meeting on Wednesday, Nov 19 2025

The Lansdale Borough Council approved the check warrant presented by Councilwoman Oglesby. The council also approved the minimum municipal obligation of $1,234,039 for the 2026 Lansdale Police Pension Plan. Both motions were approved unanimously.

• Approved check warrant (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 police pension minimum municipal obligation of $1,234,039 (unanimous)

Electric Committee

The Lansdale Electric Committee will discuss the results of its rate study, consider 2026 rate adjustments, review the 2026 electric fund operational budget and capital outlay, and receive updates on utility billing and department operations. The meeting also includes a presentation on AMPT transmission reliability and time for old and new business.

• Rate Study Results
• 2026 Rate Adjustments
• 2026 Electric Fund Operational Budget
• 2026 Electric Capital Outlay
• Utility Billing Update

The Electric Committee unanimously approved the October 2025 minutes (3‑0). It also voted unanimously (3‑0) to implement a 15% across‑the‑board electric rate increase effective January 1, 2026. Other agenda items were reviewed but no further actions were taken.

• Approved October 2025 minutes (3‑0)
• Approved 15% electric rate increase effective Jan 1 2026 (3‑0)

Public Works & WWTP Committee

The committee will consider approvals for a backhoe, a zero-turn mower, and a laboratory HVAC duct proposal. Members will also discuss an LSA grant for a vacuum truck and provide updates on road striping and sewer pipe replacement.

• Backhoe purchase approval
• Laboratory HVAC Duct Proposal
• Zero Turn Mower for Municipal Complex
• LSA Grant for Vacuum Truck & Resolution
• Road Degradation Ordinance

The committee approved the October 1 minutes by a 3‑0 vote. It voted to put forth motions to the full council to approve a $185,927.29 backhoe purchase, a $24,720 HVAC duct replacement, a $17,034.65 zero‑turn mower, and a $5,000 grant‑writing service. No updates were reported for the Road Degradation Ordinance or Borough Standards Construction Details.

• Approved October 1 minutes (3‑0)
• Recommended backhoe purchase up to $185,927.29 (motion to council)
• Recommended HVAC duct replacement for $24,720 (motion to council)
• Recommended zero‑turn mower purchase for $17,034.65 (motion to council)
• Recommended grant‑writing services up to $5,000 (motion to council)
• No updates on Road Degradation Ordinance (status unchanged)
• No updates on Borough Standards Construction Details (status unchanged)

Parks & Recreation Committee

The committee will consider grant applications for park repairs and playground projects. Members will also vote on the 2026 seasonal salary schedule and review the 2026 fee schedule.

• PA Local Share Account Grant Application for Memorial Park sidewalk and curbing repairs
• PA Local Share Account Grant Application for York & Susquehanna Park playground project
• 2026 Seasonal Salary Schedule approval
• 2026 Fee Schedule presentation
• W. 5th Street Playground and Wedgewood Park Traffic Garden openings on 11/8

The Parks & Recreation Committee approved the October 1, 2025 minutes. It adopted resolutions to submit PA Local Share Account grant applications for the Memorial Park sidewalk, curbing and parking lot rehabilitation project and for the York & Susquehanna Playground project. The committee also approved the 2026 seasonal salary schedule. All motions passed unanimously with a 3-0 vote.

• Approved October 1, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Adopted resolution to submit LSA grant for Memorial Park sidewalk, curbing, and parking lot rehabilitation (3-0)
• Adopted resolution to submit LSA grant for York & Susquehanna Playground project (3-0)
• Approved 2026 seasonal salary schedule (3-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will review old business including a dumpster ordinance and sign updates, and vote on removing parking signs and approving holiday events.

• Vote to remove 'No Parking' signs at 42 E Main Street
• Vote to approve Lansdale Menorah Lighting on Dec 14
• Vote to approve Our Lady of Guadalupe procession on Dec 12
• Vote to approve handicap parking space at 891 Wedgewood Drive
• Review of ordinance regarding dumpsters on Borough Roads

The Public Safety Committee voted 3-0 to approve the Lansdale Menorah lighting for Dec. 14, 2025. It also approved a procession for Our Lady of Guadalupe on Dec. 12, 2025, and a handicap parking space at 891 Wedgewood Drive, each with a 3-0 vote. The committee also adopted the meeting minutes from Oct. 1, 2025.

• Approved Lansdale Menorah lighting for Dec. 14, 2025 (3-0)
• Approved Our Lady of Guadalupe procession for Dec. 12, 2025 (3-0)
• Approved handicap parking space at 891 Wedgewood Drive (3-0)
• Adopted October 1, 2025 meeting minutes (approved)

Administration & Finance Committee

The Lansdale Administration & Finance Committee will review updates on the 2026 budget, recent audits, and engineering service rates. It will discuss several possible actions, including a revised police pension MMO, a Jr. Councilperson program, naming Chief Jay Daveler Way on the Vine St. connector, and additional funding for the library. An informational item on an electric rate increase will also be presented.

• Revised Police Pension MMO (possible action)
• Jr. Councilperson program (possible action)
• Naming of Chief Jay Daveler Way on Vine St. connector (possible action)
• Library additional funding request (possible action)
• Electric rate increase (informational)

The Administration & Finance Committee approved three motions to forward to Council: a $132,500 library funding request, the revised Police Pension MMO, and the honorary renaming of Vine Street to Chief Jay Daveler Way. It also approved starting a Junior Councilperson program for students in zip code 19446. All motions passed unanimously with a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved October 1, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved $132,500 additional library funding through 12/31/2025 (3-0)
• Approved revised Police Pension MMO (3-0)
• Approved honorary naming of Vine Street to Chief Jay Daveler Way (3-0)
• Approved moving forward to Council to start Junior Councilperson program for zip 19446 (3-0)

Code Enforcement & Land Planning Committee

The Code Enforcement & Land Planning Committee will approve the October 1, 2025 meeting minutes and discuss a Lead Safe sample ordinance. The committee will receive updates on permits, a Planning Commission report from the October 20 meeting, and upcoming Zoning Hearing Board dates. Public comment will be invited before any votes are taken.

• Approval of October 1, 2025 meeting minutes
• Lead Safe – Sample Ordinance
• Planning Commission report from October 20, 2025 meeting
• Zoning Hearing Board meeting scheduled for November 18, 2025 at 7:00 PM, locations 134 W. Sixth St & 117 S. Broad St
• Public comment period

The Code Enforcement and Land Planning Committee approved the minutes from the October 1, 2025 meeting with a unanimous 3‑to‑0 vote. No other agenda items were approved, denied, or tabled; the remaining topics were discussed or reported as status updates. The next committee meeting is scheduled for December 3, 2025.

• Approved October 1, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous 3‑0)

Zoning Hearing Board

The Lansdale Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing on October 21, 2025, to consider a zoning application from Aston Enterprises, LLC for property at 220 E. 6th Street. The applicant seeks relief from the minimum lot size requirement to build two semi-detached dwellings (four units total) on a 10,369 sq ft parcel, where 11,200 sq ft is required. The board will discuss and decide the application after hearing public comments.

• Application by Aston Enterprises, LLC for 220 E. 6th Street (Tax Parcel 11-00-09168-02-8)
• Proposal: two semi-detached dwellings (four units) on 10,369 sq ft parcel
• Requested variance from Section 405-505.B (minimum lot area of 11,200 sq ft)
• Public hearing at 7:00 p.m. at Lansdale Borough Hall, One Vine Street

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss land development and conditional use applications. The body will also review a proposed amendment regarding EV charging.

• Preliminary & Final Land Development for 817 W Main St
• Conditional Use Application for 217 W Main St
• Proposed EV Charging Amendment

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the August 18, 2025 meeting (6‑0). The commission also unanimously approved the conditional use request for 217 W. Main St., allowing five upper‑level apartments and a ground‑floor event space (6‑0). The 817 W. Main St. land‑development application was sent back to the applicant for revisions, and the proposed EV‑charging amendment was referred to staff for further comment.

• Approved August 18, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved conditional use for 217 W. Main St., five apartments (6-0)
• Requested revisions to 817 W. Main St. land‑development plans
• Referred EV charging amendment to staff for comment

Economic Development Committee

The committee will consider a proposed economic incentive for Rex Heat Treat and a façade grant application for Elm Terrace Gardens. It will also discuss downtown revitalization with Barry Cassidy and review updates from the subcommittee and LBA. Old business includes Main Street matters, and the meeting will note upcoming community events.

• Rex Heat Treat Economic Incentive
• Façade Grant Application: Elm Terrace Gardens
• Discussion with Barry Cassidy – Downtown Revitalization
• Main Street Matters (old business)
• Lansdale Farmers Market 2025 season (May 10 – Dec 20)

The committee approved the September 15, 2025 meeting minutes with a 7‑0 vote. It also approved a retroactive electric‑billing incentive for Rex Heat Treat, also 7‑0. The façade grant request from Elm Terrace Gardens was tabled with no vote recorded. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved September 15, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved retroactive electric‑billing incentive for Rex Heat Treat (7-0)
• Tabled Elm Terrace Gardens façade grant application (no vote)

Environmental Advisory Commission

The Environmental Advisory Commission will review and approve the August meeting minutes. Members will recap recent events and discuss promotion of upcoming activities. Subcommittee reports on shade‑tree ordinance, energy initiatives, and plastic‑reduction measures will be presented. The commission will decide on renewing Rob G’s term for three additional years.

• Review and approve August meeting minutes
• Shade‑tree commission ordinance draft to be presented to Planning and Code
• Energy subcommittee ready for 100 – forming subcommittee and drafting adoption article
• Plastic‑reduction subcommittee updates, including new draft ordinance changes
• Renew Rob G’s term for three more years on the 17th

The Environmental Advisory Commission voted to approve the August meeting minutes. No other formal actions or votes were recorded; the remainder of the meeting covered event recaps, subcommittee updates, and public comments.

• Approved August meeting minutes

Business Meetings

The Borough Council will consider several action items, including additional funding for the public library and awarding a municipal trash collection contract. The meeting also includes votes on handicap parking ordinances and grant applications for signage and trees.

• Proposed $55,000 in additional funding for the Lansdale Public Library
• Awarding the municipal property trash and leaf collection bid to BFI Waste Services of Pennsylvania, LLC
• Resolution 25-21 to apply for a $10,000 PECO Green Region grant for interpretive signage and trees
• Ordinance 1992 to add handicap parking at 435 Perkiomen Ave and 616 Derstine Ave
• Final payment of $71,087.45 to James D. Morrissey, Inc. for the 2024 Liquid Fuels Roads Program

The Lansdale Borough Council unanimously approved several financial and operational items, including the Treasurer's Report, a check warrant, and meeting minutes. It awarded the refuse and recycling contract to BFI Waste Services (Republic Services) and approved $55,000 in additional funding for the public library. The council also adopted a resolution to apply for a PECO Green Region Grant and passed ordinances adding handicap parking spaces and creating a handicapped parking zone. Additional approvals included a payment to a road contractor, a chemical supply contract, and reappointments to the Planning and Environmental Advisory Commissions.

• Approved Treasurer's Report for September 2025 (unanimously)
• Approved check warrant for October 15, 2025 (unanimously)
• Awarded refuse and recycling contract to BFI Waste Services d/b/a Republic Services (unanimously)
• Approved $55,000 additional funding for Lansdale Public Library (unanimously)
• Adopted Resolution 25-21 to apply for PECO Green Region Grant (unanimously)
• Adopted Ordinance amending traffic code to add handicap parking at 435 Perkiomen Ave and 616 Derstine Ave (unanimously)
• Authorized ordinance to establish Handicapped Parking Zone at 619 W. Mt Vernon St (unanimously)
• Approved payment of $71,087.45 to James D. Morrissey, Inc. for 2024 Liquid Fuels Roads Program (unanimously)

Work Sessions

The Lansdale Borough Council will vote to approve the check warrant attached to the agenda for October 1, 2025, covering departmental payments that total $1,358,921.00. Committee reports from Administration & Finance, Code Enforcement & Land Planning, Economic Development, Electric, Parks & Recreation, Public Safety, and Public Works will be presented. Residents may address the council for up to five minutes each during the public comment period. The meeting will adjourn after announcing the next business meeting on October 15, 2025.

• Approval of check warrant ($8,650.00 item) for October 1, 2025
• Committee reports from seven standing committees
• Public comment limited to 5 minutes per resident
• Announcement of business meeting on October 15, 2025
• Payments in warrant include $864,370.05 to American Municipal Power and $112,373.49 to Charles Schwab Trust Bank

The council unanimously approved adding the executive‑session item to the agenda, appointed Lieutenant Ryan Devlin as acting Police Chief, and approved the check warrant. It also approved $55,000 in additional funds for the Lansdale Library and ratified the contract for the co‑responder service for the remainder of 2025.

• Unanimously approved motion to add executive‑session action item to agenda
• Unanimously appointed Lieutenant Ryan Devlin as acting Police Chief
• Unanimously approved the check warrant
• Approved $55,000 additional funding for the Lansdale Library
• Approved contract for the co‑responder service for the remainder of 2025

Administration & Finance Committee

The Administration & Finance Committee will approve the September 3, 2025 meeting minutes and review the financial report dated September 30, 2025. The committee will receive updates on the 2026 budget and the 2023 audit. It will also consider awarding the contract for municipal solid waste, recyclables, and leaves.

• Approve September 3, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review financial report as of 9/30/2025
• Update on 2026 budget
• Update on 2023 audit
• Bid award for municipal solid waste, recyclables & leaves contract

The Administration & Finance Committee approved the September 3, 2025 meeting minutes, awarded the municipal solid waste recyclables and leaves contract, and authorized an additional $55,000 for the Library. All three motions passed unanimously with a 3‑0 vote. The library funding is intended to help cover a shortfall in the 2025 budget.

• Approved September 3, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved bid award for Municipal Solid Waste Recyclables and leaves contract (3-0)
• Approved additional $55,000 library funding (3-0)

Electric Committee

The Lansdale Electric Committee will consider approving the previous meeting minutes and receive updates on the rate study, the 2025 year‑to‑date and 2026 budget, capital projects, electric billing, and department operations. The agenda also includes discussion of old and new business items.

• Approval of Minutes
• Rate Study Update
• 2025 Year YTD & 2026 Budget
• Capital Project Update
• Electric Billing Update

The committee voted 3-0 to approve the meeting minutes from September 2025. No other actions were decided; the remaining agenda items were updates and reviews.

• Approved September 2025 minutes (3-0)

Parks & Recreation Committee

The committee will consider a motion to apply for the PECO Green Region Grant Program. Members will also receive updates on several active park and pool infrastructure projects.

• Application for PECO Green Region Grant Program for interpretative signage and trees
• W. 5th Street Playground Rehabilitation update
• White’s Road Pool Renovation update
• Park Trail Paving Project update
• Wissahickon Park Building Code Blue Shelter opening November 1

The Parks & Recreation Committee approved the September 3, 2025 minutes with a 2‑0 vote. It also approved a motion to apply for a PECO Green Region grant, up to $10,000 with a 50% match, also by a 2‑0 vote. No other formal actions were taken; the remaining items were informational updates.

• Approved September 3, 2025 minutes (2-0)
• Approved motion to apply for PECO grant up to $10,000 (2-0)

Public Works & WWTP Committee

The Public Works & WWTP Committee will vote on a $71,087.45 payment for the 2024 Liquid Fuels Road Program. It will award the DelPAC 1525 Aluminum Chloride contract and accept a proposal for laboratory HVAC ductwork. The committee will consider a proposed Road Degradation Ordinance. Updates on Main Street paving, PennDOT striping, and the WWTP/MS4 will be presented.

• $71,087.45 payment for 2024 Liquid Fuels Road Program (Payment #3)
• Award of DelPAC 1525 Aluminum Chloride contract
• Acceptance of Laboratory HVAC Duct proposal
• Consideration of Road Degradation Ordinance
• Update on Main Street paving

The committee approved the September 3, 2025 minutes by a 2‑0 vote. It voted to recommend the full council approve a final payment of $71,087.45 for the 2024 Liquid Fuels Road Program. It voted to recommend the full council award the DelPAC 1525 Aluminum Chloride contract to USALCO. The Laboratory HVAC Duct proposal was tabled until the November meeting.

• Approved September 3, 2025 minutes (2‑0)
• Recommended full council approve final payment $71,087.45 for 2024 Liquid Fuels Road Program
• Recommended full council award DelPAC 1525 Aluminum Chloride contract to USALCO
• Tabled Laboratory HVAC Duct proposal until November meeting

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will discuss traffic study progress and a co-responder agreement. The body is scheduled to vote on new signage, handicap parking, loading zones, and dumpster restrictions.

• Vote on 'Slow Down - Children at Play' signs for W. 6th Street
• Vote on handicap parking space at 619 W. Mt Vernon
• Vote on Main Street loading zones for Expedited Service
• Vote on permit requirements for dumpsters on Borough Streets
• Discussion of parking complaints at North Richardson Ave and West 3rd Street

The committee approved the September 3, 2025 meeting minutes and confirmed that the no‑right‑turn rule on North Wales Road is now enforced. The co‑responder program will continue through the 31st with a hiring goal for January. A handicap parking space at 619 W. Mt Vernon was approved by a 3‑0 vote, while the “Slow Down – Children at Play” sign request for W 6th Street was tabled for the next meeting. Signage for permit parking on West 3rd and Richardson was corrected.

• Approved September 3, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Enforced no‑right‑turn onto North Wales Rd (effective now)
• Co‑responder program continued through the 31st
• Permit parking signage on West 3rd and Richardson corrected
• Tabled “Slow Down‑Children at Play” sign request for W 6th Street
• Approved handicap parking space at 619 W. Mt Vernon (3‑0)

Code Enforcement & Land Planning Committee

The Code Enforcement & Land Planning Committee will approve the September 3, 2025 meeting minutes. It will hold an informational hearing on a conditional use request for 217 W. Main St. The committee will review a sample Lead Safe ordinance. Additional agenda items include departmental permit updates and reports from the Planning Commission and Zoning Hearing Board.

• Approve September 3, 2025 meeting minutes
• 217 W. Main St – Conditional Use Hearing (informational only)
• Lead Safe – Sample Ordinance review
• Planning Commission report from September 15, 2025 meeting
• Zoning Hearing Board meetings: Sep 16, 2025 at 100 Penn St and Oct 21, 2025 at 220 E Sixth St

The Code Enforcement & Land Planning Committee approved the September 3, 2025 minutes with a unanimous 3‑0 vote. No other actions were approved; the committee discussed a conditional use hearing for 217 W Main St, a draft lead‑safe ordinance, and permit requirements for architectural fences, but deferred any decisions. The next meeting is scheduled for November 5, 2025.

• Approved September 3, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous 3‑0)

Parking Authority

The Lansdale Parking Authority meeting will consider approval of minutes and a motion to remove kiosks from parking lots and terminate related software contracts. The board will also receive a Treasurer’s report and updates on the SEPTA parking garage passes and a Pennoni evaluation of parking lot maintenance. Public comment will be allowed before the meeting is adjourned.

• Approval of meeting minutes
• Motion to remove kiosks from parking lots and terminate software contracts
• Treasurer’s report
• SEPTA parking garage passes update (Joe Clement)
• Pennoni parking lot maintenance evaluation (John Ernst)

The Authority approved the July 8, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It also voted 3‑0 to remove all parking kiosks from Authority‑owned lots and terminate the related software contracts immediately.

• Approved July 8, 2025 meeting minutes (3‑0)
• Authorized removal of parking kiosks in all Authority lots and termination of software contracts effective immediately (3‑0)

Business Meetings

The council will consider a series of motions including financial approvals, ordinance adoptions, contract awards, and personnel appointments. Councilwoman Oglesby will move to appoint Lt. Devlin as Acting Police Chief effective November 1, and Councilwoman Razzak will move to adopt Ordinances 1989 and 1990 establishing unoccupied and foreclosure property registries and to authorize an agreement with Hera for the foreclosure registry. Additional actions include approving the Merakey co‑responder agreement through Dec 31 2025, awarding the snow‑plowing contract to PK Moyer & Sons, and approving change order #1 for the West 5th St. Park Rehabilitation project.

• Appoint Lt. Devlin as Acting Police Chief (effective Nov 1)
• Adopt Ordinance 1989 (unoccupied property registry) and Ordinance 1990 (foreclosure property registry)
• Approve Merakey co‑responder agreement through Dec 31 2025
• Award snow‑plowing contract to PK Moyer & Sons
• Approve change order #1 for W. 5th St. Park Rehabilitation project

The council unanimously approved routine financial items, appointed Lt. Ryan Devlin as acting Police Chief effective Nov. 1, 2025, and adopted several ordinances including a fire‑prevention registration requirement and a foreclosure‑property registration ordinance. It also approved contracts for a mental‑health co‑responder, snow‑plow equipment, a chemical feed system, and a mutual‑aid electric agreement, and appointed members to the Human Relations Commission and Parking Authority.

• Approved Treasurer's Report for August 2025 (unanimously)
• Approved September 17 check warrant (unanimously)
• Appointed Lt. Ryan Devlin as acting Police Chief (unanimously)
• Adopted Ordinance 1989 amending Fire Prevention Code (unanimously)
• Adopted Ordinance 1990 adding Chapter 308 for foreclosure property registration (unanimously)
• Authorized agreement with Hera Property Registry for foreclosure registration services with added restrictions (unanimously)
• Approved contract for mental‑health co‑responder with Merakey Montgomery County Services (unanimously)
• Approved $359,450 contract with Eastern Environmental Contractors for PAC Chemical Feed System (unanimously)

Economic Development Committee

The Lansdale Economic Development Committee will meet to approve the August 2025 minutes and discuss committee business. The agenda includes updates on subcommittees and the Lansdale Business Association, along with a discussion of the 'Business of the Month'. The meeting will also feature a list of upcoming community events.

• Approval of August 18, 2025 minutes
• Lansdale Farmers Market 2025 Season
• Beer Tasting Festival at Memorial Park
• First Friday Chili Cook Off
• Southeastern Pennsylvania Symphony Orchestra 54th season

The committee voted 7‑0 to approve the August 18, 2025 meeting minutes. Members discussed transitioning the "Business of the Month" program to a "Business Spotlight" model to reduce workload. The 2020 Downtown Business Improvement District study will be uploaded for review, and the subcommittee will meet separately to explore funding challenges. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved August 18, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)

Work Sessions

The Borough Council will hold a work session to discuss committee reports and a motion to approve the check warrant. The session includes a public comment period for residents to speak on agenda items.

• Motion to approve check warrant totaling $1,785,905
• Payment of $1,022,939.09 to American Municipal Power for July power billing
• Payment of $215,470.13 to Delaware Valley Health Trust for September health insurance premiums
• Payment of $152,181.92 to Gordon H Baver, Inc. for Freight House rehab
• Payment of $11,000.00 to Honeywell for Connexo Training

Council approved the check warrant presented by the Administration and Finance Committee with a unanimous vote. The council reviewed a financial update showing $1 million in upcoming fire insurance and police pension revenues and a $3.5 million surplus from a streetscape grant. Members discussed upcoming proposals—including lead‑safety regulations, an after‑hours electric call service, and several park and public‑works projects—but no votes were taken on those items.

• Approved check warrant (unanimous)

Code Enforcement & Land Planning Committee

The Code Enforcement and Land Planning Committee will discuss preparing and advertising registries for unoccupied and foreclosed structures. The committee will also review a HERA contract and a sample Lead Safe ordinance.

• Unoccupied Structure Registry
• Foreclosure Registry
• HERA contract
• Lead Safe sample ordinance

The committee approved the August 6, 2025 meeting minutes. It then moved the Unoccupied Structure Registry, the Foreclosure Registry, and the HERA Contract to the Lansdale Borough Council for approval, each by a unanimous 2‑to‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Approved August 6, 2025 minutes (unanimous 2‑to‑0)
• Moved Unoccupied Structure Registry to Council for approval (unanimous 2‑to‑0)
• Moved Foreclosure Registry to Council for approval (unanimous 2‑to‑0)
• Moved HERA Contract to Council for approval (unanimous 2‑to‑0)

Electric Committee

The Electric Committee will meet to review department operations and training updates. The body may take action on the after-hours call service and a mutual aid agreement ordinance.

• After Hours Call Service
• Mutual Aid Agreement Ordinance
• Connexo Training Update
• Department Operations

The committee voted 3-0 to approve the August 2025 work session minutes. A proposal for an after‑hours call service was reviewed and discussed, but no vote was recorded. The American Municipal Power Mutual Aid Ordinance and Agreement was noted for adoption at the upcoming Business Meeting. Staff provided updates on training and department operations.

• Approved August 2025 work session minutes (3-0)

Parks & Recreation Committee

The committee will meet to receive updates on several infrastructure projects. Discussions include the rehabilitation of the W. 5th Street Playground and renovations to the White’s Road Pool.

• W. 5th Street Playground Rehabilitation update
• White’s Road Pool Renovation update
• Park Trail Paving Project update
• Charlie Memorial update
• 2025 Pool Season update

The committee voted to approve the August 6, 2025 meeting minutes, passing the motion 3‑0. No other formal actions or votes were recorded; the remainder of the meeting consisted of project updates and informational items.

• Approved August 6, 2025 minutes (3-0)

Public Works & WWTP Committee

The Public Works & WWTP Committee will meet to discuss action items regarding snow plowing equipment and wastewater pump station upgrades. The body will also receive updates on paving projects for Poplar, Main, and S. Broad Streets.

• Snow Plowing Equipment w/Operators Contract
• Whites Road PS Chemical Feed Automation Upgrade
• Franklin Street PS/Broadmore Apartments PS Concept Study
• Road Degradation Ordinance
• Borough Standards Construction Details

The committee approved the August 6, 2025 meeting minutes by a 3‑1 vote. It voted to recommend awarding the snow plowing equipment contract to P.K. Moyer and Sons. It also recommended a $359,450 contract to Eastern Environmental Contractors for the Whites Road pump station chemical feed automation upgrade. Finally, it recommended a $32,200 study to Entech Engineering for the Franklin Street/Broadmore Apartments pump‑station concept.

• Approved minutes of Aug 6, 2025 meeting (3-1)
• Recommended award of Snow Plowing Equipment contract to P.K. Moyer and Sons (motion to full council)
• Recommended $359,450 contract to Eastern Environmental Contractors for Whites Road PS chemical feed upgrade (motion to full council)
• Recommended $32,200 study to Entech Engineering for Franklin Street/Broadmore Apartments pump‑station concept (motion to full council)

Administration & Finance Committee

The Lansdale Administration & Finance Committee will review the August 31, 2025 financial report, discuss 2026 budget conversations, and receive an update on the sale of Prudential stocks. The committee may also appoint Lt. Ryan Devlin as acting Chief of Police in November.

• Review of financial report as of 8/31/2025
• Update on 2026 budget conversations
• Update on sale of Prudential stocks
• Possible appointment of Lt. Ryan Devlin as acting Chief of Police in November

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will vote on the appointment of an Acting Chief and the renewal of professional service agreements with Merakey Montgomery County. The body will also consider requests for handicap parking spaces at two specific locations.

• Appointment of Lieutenant Devlin to Acting Chief as of November 1, 2025
• Renewal of Professional Services Agreement with Merakey Montgomery County for 2025 and 2026
• Handicap parking space approval for 435 Perkiomen Ave
• Handicap parking space approval for 616 Derstine Ave
• Progress update on Penonni Traffic Study Recommendations

The committee approved the August 6 minutes and began Phase One of the Penonni traffic study, restricting right‑hand turns at North Wales Road. It also approved a Merakey professional‑services amendment for 2025 (3‑0) and added two handicapped parking spaces at 435 Perkiomen Ave and 616 Derstine Ave (each 3‑0). Finally, Lieutenant Devlin was appointed Acting Chief effective November 1, 2025 (3‑0).

• Approved August 6, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Started Phase One of Penonni traffic study with turn restrictions (no vote recorded)
• Approved Merakey professional‑services amendment for 2025 (3‑0)
• Approved handicapped parking space at 435 Perkiomen Ave (3‑0)
• Approved handicapped parking space at 616 Derstine Ave (3‑0)
• Appointed Lieutenant Devlin as Acting Chief effective Nov 1, 2025 (3‑0)

Environmental Advisory Commission

The Environmental Advisory Commission will review past activities, plan upcoming events like a clean-up and e-waste collection, and discuss a draft shade tree commission ordinance and energy goals.

• Review minutes for July
• Discuss shade tree commission ordinance draft
• Plan e-waste collection at Whites Road
• Review 'Ready for 100' energy initiative
• Discuss social media page for EAC

The commission voted to approve the July 2025 meeting minutes. Members assigned staff to manage tables at the First Friday and Founder’s Day events and scheduled community activities including a bird walk on Oct. 11, an e‑waste collection on Oct. 2, and a rain‑barrel demonstration on Oct. 2. The borough’s $30 rebate for Lansdale citizens was noted as approved. No new business or public comments were presented.

• Approved July 2025 meeting minutes
• Rob Gladfelter and Mike Beuke assigned to staff First Friday table
• Mike Beuke assigned to staff Founder’s Day booth (table 1‑7) and provide location info
• Scheduled bird walk on Oct 11 at Stony Creek (Wayne S)
• Scheduled e‑waste collection on Oct 2 at Whites Road, 9:30‑1
• Scheduled rain‑barrel event on Oct 2 at Well Crafted, 6:30‑7:30
• Noted borough approved $30 rebate for Lansdale citizens
• No new business discussed

Business Meetings

The Lansdale Borough Council will meet to approve routine financial reports, bills, and minutes, as well as several contracts, appointments, and ordinances. The meeting includes a presentation on lead poisoning and a public comment period.

• Approve Treasurer’s Report for July 2025 ($7.8M operating account)
• Approve bills totaling $255,391, including $175,391 for Wastewater Treatment Project
• Approve contract with ET&T Services for phone system & services
• Adopt resolutions appointing C. Shannon as Berkheimer liaison and TCC Delegate
• Award bid for 2025 Trails Project and approve final payment for Whites Road Park restroom facility

The Lansdale Borough Council approved the July 2025 Treasurer's Report, bills over $1,000, and the July 16 minutes. It also adopted several resolutions and contracts, including the 2026 police pension minimum municipal obligation of $1,317,006, a VOIP service change, and a land‑development waiver for 821 W. 5th St. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved Treasurer's Report for July 2025 (unanimously)
• Approved all bills $1,000 and over (unanimously)
• Approved the 2026 Police Pension Plan minimum municipal obligation of $1,317,006 (unanimously)
• Authorized VOIP contract change to ET&T Services (unanimously)
• Granted conditional land‑development waiver to VV821, LLC for 821 W. 5th St. (unanimously)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑20 for unoccupied property registry (unanimously)
• Approved $309,735 contract for 2025 Trails Paving Project to JNS Paving (unanimously)
• Approved $2,179,000 contract for Whites Road Pools Renovation to All State Technology (unanimously)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will meet to discuss a DCED planning grant application. The meeting includes updates from the LBA and a subcommittee, as well as a review of upcoming borough events.

• Possible action on DCED planning grant application
• LBA update
• Subcommittee update
• Review of Founders Day on August 23rd
• Review of 2025 Concert Series at White’s Road Park

The Economic Development Committee approved the minutes from the June 16, 2025 meeting by a 5‑0 vote. It also voted 5‑0 to recommend that the borough council allocate up to $8,300 from the existing budget to fund a grant application for a five‑year economic development strategic plan.

• Approved June 16, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended up to $8,300 grant funding for five‑year strategic plan (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a sketch plan for 134 W. Sixth St and a plan modification for 1180 Church Rd. The body will also discuss a proposed amendment regarding EV charging.

• 134 W. Sixth St – Sketch Plan
• 1180 Church Rd – Plan Modification
• Proposed EV Charging Amendment

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the May 19 and June 21, 2025 meetings (6‑0). It approved the revised plan for 1180 Church Rd, which removes two loading docks and increases pervious coverage. The scheduled Zoning Hearing Board meeting for Tuesday, August 19 was cancelled. No public comments were received.

• Approved meeting minutes from May 19 and June 21, 2025 (unanimous 6‑0)
• Approved plan modification for 1180 Church Rd (no vote tally provided)
• Cancelled Zoning Hearing Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday August 19

Work Sessions

The Borough Council is holding a work session to discuss committee reports and approve the check warrant for August 6, 2025, as well as retroactively approve the warrant from July 30, 2025.

• Proposed approval of check warrant totaling $515,012
• Payment of $213,352.50 to Delaware Valley Health Trust for August health insurance premiums
• Payment of $113,461.55 to Charles Schwab Trust Bank for Police Pension and MMO contributions
• Payment of $24,225.00 to Protiviti Government Services, Inc. for accounting and audit support
• Payment of $10,500.00 to Jen-Tech Systems, Inc. for server installation

Councilwoman Oglesby moved to approve the check warrant attached to the agenda. Councilwoman Razzak seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. No other substantive actions were decided during this work session; remaining items were slated for the next business meeting.

• Approved check warrant (unanimous vote)

Code Enforcement & Land Planning Committee

The Code Enforcement and Land Planning Committee will discuss a land development waiver for Velocity Ventures at 821 W. Fifth St. The body will also review a Foreclosure Registry Ordinance and a Vacancy Ordinance. These items may be sent for action at a subsequent business meeting.

• Land development waiver for Velocity Ventures at 821 W. Fifth St
• Foreclosure Registry Ordinance
• Vacancy Ordinance

The Code Enforcement & Land Planning Committee unanimously approved the waiver of land development for 821 W Fifth St. It also moved the Foreclosure Registry Ordinance to the Borough Council, requested a review of the HERA contract alongside that ordinance, and recommended adoption of an Unoccupied Structure registry. The June 4, 2025 meeting minutes were approved as well.

• Approved waiver of land development for 821 W Fifth St (3-0)
• Approved June 4, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Moved Foreclosure Registry Ordinance to Lansdale Borough Council (3-0)
• Requested HERA contract be reviewed with Foreclosure Registry Ordinance (3-0)
• Recommended adoption of Unoccupied Structure registry (3-0)

Electric Committee

The Electric Committee will meet to discuss department operations and financial planning, including the 2026 budget. The body may take action on a substation relay change order and a mutual aid agreement ordinance.

• Main Substation Relay Change Order #1
• Mutual Aid Agreement Ordinance preparation and advertising
• 2025 YTD and 2026 Budget
• 2026/2027 PJM Capacity Auction Results
• Tariff on Meters

The committee approved the June 2025 meeting minutes (2‑0). It approved a $9,000 change order to purchase a spare differential bus relay for the main substation (2‑0). It also approved preparing and advertising a mutual aid agreement with American Municipal Power (2‑0). No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved June 2025 meeting minutes (2-0)
• Approved $9,000 change order for spare differential bus relay (2-0)
• Approved preparation and advertisement of mutual aid agreement with American Municipal Power (2-0)

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks & Recreation Committee will consider final payment for the White’s Road Park Restroom Facility Project and award bids for trail paving and pool renovations. The body will also receive updates on the W. 5th Street Playground rehabilitation.

• Final payment to Wexcon for White’s Road Park Restroom Facility Project: $74,421.66
• Bid award for the Trail Paving Project
• Bid award for Phase II of the White’s Road Park Pool Renovation Project
• Update on W. 5th Street Playground Rehabilitation
• Discussion of Summer Concert Series at White’s Road Park

The Parks & Recreation Committee approved the June 4, 2025 minutes and authorized a final payment of $74,421.66 to Wexcon for the White’s Road Park restroom facility. It awarded the Trail Paving Project to JNS Paving & Excavating for $309,735 and approved a $2,100,000 contract to All State Technology for Phase II of the White’s Road Pool Renovation. All motions passed, with votes recorded as shown.

• Approved June 4, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved final payment $74,421.66 to Wexcon for restroom facility (3-0)
• Awarded Trail Paving contract to JNS Paving & Excavating for $309,735 (3-0)
• Awarded Phase II White’s Road Pool Renovation contract to All State Technology for $2,100,000 (2-1)

Public Works & WWTP Committee

The committee will receive updates on road maintenance AI and waste collection contracts. Discussions include wastewater treatment plant aeration and control upgrades. No action items are scheduled for this meeting.

• Vialytics AI for road maintenance update
• Snow Plowing & Equipment Rental Contract update
• MSW, Recyclables, and Collection of Leaves Contract update
• Aeration Upgrade Project (AFP #6 & #7) and Pennbrook PS Control Upgrade Project (AFP#4)
• Road Degradation Ordinance and Borough Standards Construction Details

The Public Works & WWTP Committee approved the June 4, 2025 meeting minutes by a 3‑0 vote. No other motions were adopted; the board discussed upcoming contracts, project updates, and items still under review. All other items were informational.

• Approved June 4, 2025 Public Works Committee minutes (3-0)

Administration & Finance Committee

The committee will review financial reports as of July 31, 2025, and discuss the 2026 budget schedule. Members will also consider resolutions regarding personnel appointments and the police pension board.

• 2026 Budget Schedule
• Phone System Replacement
• Resolution to appoint Chris Shannon as Berkheimer Liaison
• Resolution to appoint Chris Shannon as TCC delegate
• Resolution to appoint Chief Administrative Officer to Police Pension Board

The committee approved the June 4, 2025 minutes (3‑0). It voted to refer the phone system replacement project to the full Council at the next meeting (3‑0). The board also approved naming Chris Shannon as the Berkheimer liaison and TCC delegate, and naming John Ernst as the chief administrative officer for the Police Pension Board (each 3‑0). Finally, the committee moved the police pension Minimum Municipal Obligation to Council for consideration (3‑0).

• Approved June 4, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Referred phone system upgrade to full Council (3-0)
• Named Chris Shannon Berkheimer liaison (3-0)
• Named Chris Shannon TCC delegate (3-0)
• Named John Ernst CAO for Police Pension Board (3-0)
• Moved Police Pension Minimum Municipal Obligation to Council (3-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will discuss a service agreement between the Lansdale Police Department and Merakey Montgomery County. The body will also consider a motion to activate the Civil Service Commission to begin a hiring process.

• Motion to activate the Civil Service Commission for a hiring process
• Service agreement between Lansdale Police Department and Merakey Montgomery County
• Progress update on Penonni Traffic Study Recommendations

The committee voted to approve the renewal of the Co‑Responder program’s service agreement, even though the grant funding has been exhausted. The approved agreement will be sent to the full committee for a final vote. The committee also approved the minutes from the June 4, 2025 meeting. No other actions were decided.

• Approved renewal of Co‑Responder Service Agreement (full committee vote pending)
• Approved meeting minutes for June 4, 2025

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will meet to review a presentation from the PA DCED and receive updates from the LBA and a subcommittee. The meeting also includes a review of upcoming borough and Discover Lansdale events.

• PA DCED presentation by Michael Shorr
• LBA Update
• Subcommittee Update
• Review of 2025 Concert Series at White’s Road Park
• Review of Lansdale Farmers Market 2025 Season

The committee voted 7‑0 to approve the meeting minutes from June 16, 2025. No other actions were taken; the session included a presentation by DCED regional director Michael Shorr and a review of upcoming borough events. There was no public comment.

• Approved June 16, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)

Environmental Advisory Commission

The commission is meeting to coordinate upcoming environmental events and review subcommittee reports. Members will discuss the progress of a shade tree commission ordinance and plastic reduction efforts.

• Drafting of Shade tree commission Ordinance
• July 19 Whites Road Park Knot Weed cleanup
• August 19 'Going Native' presentation by Rob G.
• October 2 E-waste collection at Whites Road
• Discussion of plastic reduction communications with Council Members

The Environmental Advisory Commission voted to approve the minutes from the June meeting. No other formal actions were approved, denied, or tabled. The remainder of the session consisted of discussion about upcoming events, subcommittee activities, and a budget request for the commission.

• Approved June meeting minutes

Business Meetings

The Borough Council will consider several action items, including the activation of the Civil Service Commission and the adoption of ordinances regarding parking and traffic. The body will also review the June 2025 Treasurer's Report and a check warrant for various municipal expenditures.

• Ord. 1987: handicap parking space at 150 Oakland Ave.
• Ord. 1988: no right turn at Sycamore Dr & Lombardy Dr.
• Contract with Montco Consortium for heating oil
• Authorization to remove extended sidewalk at 311 W. Main St.
• Res. 25-16 regarding the Disposition of Borough Records

The borough council unanimously approved four motions: the Treasurer's Report for June 2024, the approval of all bills of $1,000 and over, the minutes from the June 4 work session and June 18 business meeting, and the appointment of Christopher Shannon to the Police Pension Board of Trustees for three years. All approvals were recorded as unanimous votes.

• Approved Treasurer's Report for June 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved all bills $1,000 and over (unanimous)
• Approved June 4 work session and June 18 business meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Christopher Shannon to Police Pension Board for a 3‑year term, effective immediately (unanimous)

Parking Authority

The Parking Authority will review resolutions regarding an agreement with Discover Lansdale and interim financing for the Freight House project. The body will also consider a proposal from Pennoni for a parking lot maintenance evaluation.

• Resolution for agreement with Discover Lansdale for Freight House project
• Resolution for interim financing for Freight House project
• Proposal from Pennoni for parking lot maintenance evaluation
• Discussion on separation of LPA parking funds
• Updates on SEPTA parking garage passes and Park Mobile usage

The Lansdale Parking Authority approved the minutes from the May 13, 2025 meeting. It authorized payment of invoices listed on a spreadsheet. The board adopted Resolution 25-02 to provide match and interim financing for the Discover Lansdale Historic Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program project. It also adopted Resolution 25-03 to allocate interim financing for the restoration of the historic Freight House and to authorize related loan documents. All motions passed unanimously with a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved May 13, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Authorized payment for invoices on attached spreadsheet (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-02 for match and interim financing of Discover Lansdale RACP project (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-03 for interim financing of historic Freight House restoration and loan documents (3-0)

Environmental Advisory Commission

The commission is meeting to vote on adding Matt Roth as an associate member and coordinate upcoming environmental events. Members will also discuss progress on a shade tree commission ordinance and plastic reduction efforts.

• Vote for adding Matt Roth in Associate Member role
• June 28 Whites Road Park Knot Weed cleanup
• Discussion of Shade tree commission Ordinance next steps
• Planning for Oct 2 E-waste collection at Whites Road
• Discussion of forming a committee for the Ready for 100 report

The Environmental Advisory Commission approved the May meeting minutes and voted to add Matt Roth as an associate member. The commission also decided there will be no First Friday event in July and will hold a Second Saturday event at Memorial Park on July 12. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Approved May meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Matt Roth as open associate member (unanimous)
• Cancelled July First Friday event; scheduled Second Saturday event at Memorial Park on July 12

Business Meetings

The Borough Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a zoning change for 864 W. Fifth Street. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure bids, handicap parking ordinances, and the appointment of a new Finance Director and Borough Treasurer.

• Zoning change for 864 W. Fifth Street (Ord. 1985)
• Bid award for W. Fifth St. Playground Rehabilitation project
• Bid awards for sanitary sewer rehabilitation on Edgemont Ave. and W. Third St.
• Handicap parking ordinances for 524 W. 3rd St, 434 Walnut St, and 150 Oakland Ave.
• Appointment of new Finance Director (Res. 25-15) and Borough Treasurer

The Lansdale Borough Council unanimously approved the Treasurer's Report for May 2025, the borough's pending bills, and the minutes from recent meetings. It adopted Ordinance 1985 to rezone 864 W. Fifth Street to Class C Residential, authorized bid specifications for trail paving in three parks, and awarded the playground rehabilitation contract to Couzins, Inc. Additional actions included adding handicap parking spaces, restricting right‑turn traffic at North Wales Road, approving a $163,184 payment for the East Main Streetscape, and appointing Christopher Shannon as Treasurer.

• Approved Treasurer's Report for May 2025 (unanimously)
• Adopted Ordinance 1985 rezoning 864 W. Fifth Street to Residential C (unanimously)
• Authorized bid specs for trail paving in Memorial, York & Susquehanna, and Wissahickon Parks (unanimously)
• Awarded $111,525 contract to Couzins, Inc. for W. Fifth Street Playground rehabilitation (unanimously)
• Adopted Ordinance 1986 adding handicap parking at 524 W. Third St and 434 Walnut St (unanimously)
• Authorized ordinance to restrict right‑turn traffic on North Wales Rd at Sycamore/ Lombardy (unanimously)
• Approved $163,184 payment to Scott Building Corp. for East Main Streetscape (unanimously)
• Appointed Christopher Shannon as Treasurer effective immediately (unanimously)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider action on a zoning amendment and a land development waiver for properties on West Fifth Street. The body will also discuss a proposed amendment regarding EV charging.

• Zoning Amendment Change for 864 W. Fifth St
• Request Waiver of Land Development for 821 W Fifth St
• Proposed EV Charging Amendment

The commission voted 5‑0 to recommend that the Borough Council approve a zoning map change for 864 W. Fifth St. from Industrial to Residential C. It also voted 5‑0 to approve a Waiver of Land Development for 821 W. Fifth St., contingent on three specified review letters. The Zoning Hearing Board meeting set for June 17 was cancelled, and the minutes from the May 19 meeting were approved for release.

• Recommend rezoning 864 W. Fifth St. to Residential C (5-0)
• Approve Waiver of Land Development for 821 W. Fifth St., contingent on review letters (5-0)
• Cancel Zoning Hearing Board meeting scheduled for June 17
• Approve minutes for May 19, 2025 (procedural)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will meet to discuss business items and budget funds. The body may take action on a façade grant application and review a presentation on the Main Street Matter Program.

• Façade Grant Application for 415 N. Broad St.
• Main Street Matter Program presentation by Bill Arrowood
• Review of 2025 Budgeted Funds

The Economic Development Committee approved the minutes from the May 19, 2025 meeting by a 7‑0 vote. It also approved a $5,000 façade grant for 415 N. Broad St. to fund a new ramp and accessible entrance, also by a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved May 19, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved $5,000 façade grant for 415 N. Broad St. (7-0)

Work Sessions

The Borough Council is holding a work session to discuss committee reports and a motion to approve the check warrant. The meeting includes a public comment period for residents to speak on agenda items.

• Proposed approval of check warrant totaling $1,651,197
• Payment of $595,439.14 to American Municipal Power for April electric sales
• Payment of $260,550.00 to All State Technology Inc for Whites Road Pool Renovation
• Property tax refund of $161,144.34 to GSMS 2005-GG4 Pennbrook Parkway LLC for Homewood Suites
• June health insurance premiums totaling $214,135.71 to Delaware Valley Health Trust

The borough council unanimously approved a check warrant as presented by Councilwoman Oglesby. The Economic Development Committee approved a façade grant improvement for Well Crafted, with two members abstaining due to conflicts of interest. The June meeting of the Zoning Hearing Board was cancelled. The council confirmed it will move forward with the WWTP sanitary sewer rehabilitation projects on West Third Street and Edgemont Avenue.

• Approved check warrant (unanimously)
• Approved façade grant improvement for Well Crafted (two abstentions)
• Cancelled June Zoning Hearing Board meeting
• Moved forward with WWTP sanitary sewer rehabilitation projects on W. Third St and Edgemont Ave

Code Enforcement & Land Planning Committee

The Code Enforcement and Land Planning Committee will meet to review department permits and reports from the Planning Commission. The body will also discuss ordinances regarding a foreclosure registry and vacancies.

• Discussion of Foreclosure Registry Ordinance
• Discussion of Vacancy Ordinance
• Review of permits
• Planning Commission report from April 19 meeting

The Code Enforcement and Land Planning Committee approved the minutes from the May 7, 2025 meeting by a unanimous 3‑to‑0 vote. No committee business items were reported for June. No other decisions or votes were recorded during the session.

• Approved May 7, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous 3‑0)

Administration & Finance Committee

The committee will review financial reports as of May 31, 2025, and discuss amendments to the 2025 budget. Members will also consider vehicle leasing through the Univest program and the crediting of service deposits to accounts.

• Discussion to amend the 2025 Budget
• Leasing vehicles through Univest program
• Service deposits credited to accounts
• Sewer projects bid update

The Administration & Finance Committee approved the May 7, 2025 meeting minutes by a 3‑0 vote. It also approved a five‑year lease for four borough vehicles—two police Tahoes, one treatment‑plant vehicle, and one electric‑plant vehicle—under the Univest program, with ownership for $1 after the term. No other motions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved May 7, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved 5‑year lease for 4 vehicles (ownership for $1 after term)

Electric Committee

The Electric Committee will meet to discuss department operations and receive updates on electric billing and capital projects.

• Electric Billing Update
• Capital Projects Update
• Department Operations

The Lansdale Electric Committee approved the May 2025 meeting minutes, voting 3‑0. The remaining agenda items were presented as updates on billing, capital projects, and department operations, with no further actions taken.

• Approved May 2025 minutes (3-0)

Public Works & WWTP Committee

The Public Works and WWTP Committee will meet to discuss infrastructure improvements and updates. The body may take action on streetscape and sanitary sewer projects. Other discussions include a road degradation ordinance and construction standards.

• East Main Street Streetscape (possible action)
• W. Third Street Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation (possible action)
• Edgemont Avenue Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation (possible action)
• Road Degradation Ordinance
• Borough Standards Construction Details

The committee approved the May 7, 2025 minutes by a 3‑0 vote. It recommended the final payment of $163,184.13 for the East Main Street streetscape project and put forward motions to the full council to award the W. Third Street sewer rehabilitation contract to TD Construction for $552,772.25 and the Edgemont Avenue sewer rehabilitation contract to DOLI Construction for $359,359.00.

• Approved May 7, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Recommended final payment $163,184.13 for East Main Street streetscape (motion to full council)
• Recommended award of W. Third Street sanitary sewer rehab contract to TD Construction ($552,772.25) (motion to full council)
• Recommended award of Edgemont Avenue sanitary sewer rehab contract to DOLI Construction ($359,359.00) (motion to full council)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will consider an amendment to prohibit camping in municipal parks and an ordinance to restrict left turns from North Wales Road. The body will also vote on a handicap parking space and discuss crosswalk curb setbacks.

• Proposed amendment to Chapter 274 to prohibit camping in Municipal Parks
• Proposed ordinance to restrict left turns from North Wales Road at Sycamore Drive and Lombardy Drive (Weekdays 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm)
• Vote on handicap parking space for 150 Oakland Ave
• Request for 20-foot curb setbacks for crosswalks at Columbia Ave, Derstine Ave, Perkiomen Ave, and East Third Street
• Review of Penonni Traffic Study Recommendations

The Public Safety Committee approved the minutes from the May 7, 2025 meeting (3‑0). It approved recommendations for Public Works to paint yellow curbs and install No Parking signs at five locations. The committee also approved a handicap parking space at 150 Oakland Ave (3‑0) and authorized preparation and advertising of a right‑turn restriction ordinance on North Wales Road weekdays from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Sycamore Drive and Lombardy Drive (3‑0).

• Approved May 7, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved yellow curb painting and No Parking signs at five locations
• Approved handicap parking space at 150 Oakland Ave (3-0)
• Approved preparation and advertising of right‑turn restriction ordinance for North Wales Road weekdays (3-0)

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks & Recreation Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and prepare bid specifications for the Park Trail Paving Project. The body will also receive updates on several ongoing facility renovations and maintenance reports.

• Bid specifications for Park Trail Paving Project
• W. 5th Street Playground Rehabilitation site work bid award (tentative for June 18)
• White’s Road Pool Renovation update
• White’s Road Park Restroom Facility Project update
• Park Trail Paving Montco 2040 Implementation Grant update

The Parks & Recreation Committee approved the May 7 minutes (3‑0). It also approved preparing and advertising bid specifications for the park trail paving project (3‑0). The committee approved an engineering services contract with RVE not to exceed $25,390. The meeting noted a $250,000 Montco 2040 grant with a required 10% match.

• Approved May 7 minutes (3-0)
• Approved preparation and advertisement of bid specs for park trail paving (3-0)
• Approved engineering services contract with RVE up to $25,390

Library Board of Directors

The Board of Directors will meet to review accomplishments from the first year and discuss the strategic plan for July through December. The meeting includes standard reports from the Treasurer and Development officer.

• Review of accomplishments in year 1
• Strategic Plan for July through December
• Treasurer's Report by Alex Turock
• Development Report by Meredith Sossman

Business Meetings

The Borough Council will consider updating fees for the Electric, Public Works, Parks & Recreation, and Code Enforcement departments. The meeting also includes a bid acceptance for a property on W. Main Street and a public hearing authorization for a property on W. Fifth Street.

• Resolution 25-14 to amend the 2025 schedule of fees and charges
• Bid acceptance for the 400 W. Main Street parcel
• Authorization for a public hearing regarding 864 W. Fifth Street property
• Change order #4 for the East Main Streetscape project
• Authorization to remove a sidewalk at 311 W. Main Street

The borough council unanimously adopted Resolution 25-14 to amend the 2025 fee schedule for several departments. It also approved the purchase of land at 400 W. Main Street, authorized a rezoning hearing for 864 W. Fifth Street, and created a handicapped parking zone at 524 W. Third Street. Additional approvals included a special event, a streetscape change order, a permit for sidewalk removal (7-2), and reappointments to the Economic Development Committee.

• Adopted Resolution 25-14 amending fee schedule for Electric, Public Works, Parks & Rec, Code Enforcement – unanimous
• Accepted $8,000 bid from Little Llama Properties, LCC to purchase 1,979 sq ft at 400 W. Main Street – unanimous
• Authorized draft ordinance and public hearing to consider rezoning 864 W. Fifth Street to Residential C – unanimous
• Authorized ordinance amending Ordinance 985 to establish Handicapped Parking Zone at 524 W. Third Street, Apt A – unanimous
• Approved Cannoneers Annual Family Block Party on September 20, 2025 – unanimous
• Approved Change Order #4 for East Main Streetscape Project, $35,810.68 addition – unanimous
• Authorized submission of PennDOT permit to remove sidewalk bump‑out at 311 W. Main Street – vote 7‑2
• Reappointed Rob Panico, Peter Wellington, and BJ Breish to Economic Development Committee (term to May 31 2028) – unanimous

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will discuss 2025 budgeted funds and façade grant standards and reimbursements. The meeting also includes updates from the LBA and a subcommittee, as well as criteria for a Main Street Manager.

• Façade Grant Standards and Reimbursements
• 2025 Budgeted Funds
• Criteria for Main Street Manager
• LBA and Subcommittee updates
• Review of upcoming Borough and Discover Lansdale events

The Economic Development Committee approved the April 21 minutes with a 6‑to‑0 vote. It then approved a $3,411 façade grant for Well Crafted, voting 4‑to‑0 with two members abstaining. No new business was reported at this meeting.

• Approved April 21 minutes (6-0)
• Approved $3,411 façade grant for Well Crafted (4-0, 2 abstentions)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss new business regarding a sketch plan for 817 W. Main St. The body will also consider approving the minutes from the April 21, 2025, meeting.

• Sketch Plan for 817 W. Main St.
• Approval of April 21, 2025, meeting minutes

The Planning Commission unanimously approved the April 21, 2025 meeting minutes (7‑0). The commission received a sketch plan for 817 W Main St but took no formal action on the project. The Zoning Hearing Board meeting set for May 20, 2025 was cancelled.

• Approved April 21, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous 7‑0)
• No formal action taken on 817 W Main St sketch plan
• Cancelled Zoning Hearing Board meeting scheduled for May 20, 2025

Environmental Advisory Commission

The Environmental Advisory Commission will review April meeting minutes, hear updates on past events and upcoming programs, and receive subcommittee reports on trees, energy (Ready for 100), and plastic reduction. New business includes discussions on EAC t-shirts and tent, a social media page, and a school newspaper article. The meeting also covers planning for events such as Kids at Park Day, First Friday, nature walks, and new proposals like e-waste collection and invasive plant cleanup at Whites Road Park.

• Review and approve April 2025 meeting minutes
• Update on interview with Matt Roth
• New event proposals: e-waste collection and invasive plant (Japanese Knotweed) cleanup at Whites Road Park
• Subcommittee reports: Trees (shade tree commission), Energy (Ready for 100), Plastic reduction (communications with council)
• Discussion of creating an EAC social media page

The commission voted to delay approval of the April 18 minutes until June. Several upcoming events were also postponed: the Kids to Park Day scavenger hunt was moved due to weather, and the bat release was rescheduled from May 10 to May 24. The board assigned staff to handle invoices and purchases for upcoming events and set follow‑up actions for future programming.

• Postponed approval of April 18 minutes to June
• Postponed Kids to Park Day (environmental scavenger hunt) due to weather
• Postponed Bat Release event from May 10 to May 24
• Rob G. to submit Bat Release invoice to John Ernst
• Rob to purchase table for First Fridays, give receipt to John Ernst, keep table at home
• Sean W. to coordinate August Rain Barrel event with Perkiomen Watershed
• Connie to discuss electronic recycling event with Darren Spielman
• Rob to reach out to Courtney (Parks & Rec) to start Earth Day 2025 planning subcommittee

Parking Authority

The Lansdale Parking Authority will consider motions to approve meeting minutes and pay invoices, and will receive updates on SEPTA parking garage passes and Park Mobile usage in lots. The primary discussion item is recommendations from a recently completed parking study.

• Motion to approve meeting minutes
• Motion to pay invoices
• Update on SEPTA parking garage passes
• Update on Park Mobile usage in parking lots
• Recommendations from the parking study

The Lansdale Parking Authority approved the minutes from the April 8, 2025 meeting. It also authorized payment for the invoices listed on the attached spreadsheet. Both motions were seconded by Mr. Frascella and passed unanimously with a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved April 8, 2025 meeting minutes (4‑0)
• Authorized payment for invoices on attached spreadsheet (4‑0)

Parks & Recreation Committee

The committee will meet to receive updates on several infrastructure and planning projects. The session includes reports on park maintenance and upcoming recreation programs.

• W. 5th Street Playground Rehabilitation update
• White’s Road Pool Renovation update
• White’s Road Park Restroom Facility Project update
• Comprehensive Park, Recreation, Open Space Plan update

The Parks & Recreation Committee approved the April 2, 2025 meeting minutes by a 3‑0 vote. No other actions were voted on; the remainder of the meeting consisted of project updates, program information, and public comments.

• Approved April 2, 2025 minutes (3-0)

Work Sessions

The Lansdale Borough Council holds a work session to receive committee reports and consider a motion to approve a check warrant totaling $856,556. The warrant includes major payments such as $212,912 for monthly health insurance premiums, $120,600 for the police pension MMO contribution, and $99,000 for the first payment on the Whites Road Pool Renovation.

• Motion to approve a check warrant of $856,556 covering payments across all departments
• Largest vendor: Delaware Valley Health Trust, $212,912 for May health insurance premiums
• First of two payments to All State Technology for Whites Road Pool Renovation, $99,000
• Police pension MMO contribution to Charles Schwab Trust Bank, $120,600
• Payment for Protiviti financial consulting services for February–April

The council approved the check warrant presented by Councilwoman Oglesby. The motion was seconded by Councilman Carroll and passed unanimously. No other formal actions were taken; remaining items were reports or proposals for future meetings.

• Approved check warrant (unanimous)

Code Enforcement & Land Planning Committee

The Code Enforcement and Land Planning Committee will consider a proposed zoning map change for 864 W. Fifth St, which could be forwarded as an action item. They will also discuss a new foreclosure registry ordinance. The committee will approve April meeting minutes and receive updates on permits, planning commission activities, and zoning hearing board matters.

• Proposed zoning map change at 864 W. Fifth St (possible action item)
• Discussion of foreclosure registry ordinance
• Approval of April 2025 meeting minutes
• Permits activity department report
• Planning commission meeting report from April 21

The committee approved the minutes from the April 2, 2025 meeting unanimously. After discussion of a proposed rezoning of 864 W Fifth St from Industrial to Residential C, the members unanimously recommended that Lansdale Borough Council approve a hearing on the zoning map change. No public comments were received and no other actions were decided.

• Approved April 2, 2025 minutes (unanimous 3‑0)
• Recommended council approve hearing for zoning map change at 864 W Fifth St (unanimous 3‑0)

Administration & Finance Committee

The committee will review financial reports as of April 30, 2025, and discuss amending the 2025 Budget. The meeting also includes a review of the check warrant and updates on the finance director search.

• Discussion to amend the 2025 Budget
• Review of financial reports as of 4/30/2025
• Review of check warrant
• Finance director search update

The Administration & Finance Committee approved the meeting minutes from April 2, 2025 by a unanimous 3‑to‑0 vote. Other agenda items—including budget amendment discussion, junior councilperson guidelines, a check warrant review, and updates on the finance director search—were only discussed or reviewed with no formal actions taken.

• Approved April 2, 2025 minutes (3-0)

Electric Committee

The Electric Committee will meet to discuss department operations and the first quarter budget. The body may take action on a fee schedule update and an EV ordinance.

• Fee schedule update
• EV ordinance
• Deposit process
• 1st Quarter Budget Review

The committee voted 3-0 to approve the April 2024 meeting minutes. The fee schedule update was reviewed but no adoption vote was recorded. The committee discussed deposit processing, an electric‑vehicle charging ordinance, department operations, the first‑quarter budget, and a $250,000 payment for protective‑relay modernization.

• Approved April 2024 minutes (3-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will vote on two action items: a handicap parking space at 524 W 3rd Street, Apt A, and a Cannoneers block party on September 20, 2025. The committee will also discuss a Penonni traffic study public meeting scheduled for May 12 and receive a report from the Fire Marshal.

• Approval of minutes from April 2, 2025
• Penonni Traffic Study public meeting on May 12, 2025 at 6:30 pm
• Motion to approve handicap parking space for 524 W 3rd Street, Apt A
• Motion to approve Cannoneers Annual Family Block Party on September 20, 2025
• Fire Marshal & Fire Department Report

The Public Safety Committee approved the April 2, 2025 minutes (3‑0). It also approved a handicap parking space for 524 W 3rd Street, Apt A (3‑0) and the Cannoneers Annual Family Block Party scheduled for September 20, 2025 (3‑0). No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved April 2, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved handicap parking space at 524 W 3rd St, Apt A (3-0)
• Approved Cannoneers Annual Family Block Party on 09/20/2025, 12:00-18:00 (3-0)

Public Works & WWTP Committee

The committee will vote on action items including the East Main Street Streetscape project, and sanitary sewer rehabilitation on W. Third Street and Edgemont Avenue. They will also discuss updates on the 2024 L.F. Roads Program and a Road Degradation Ordinance. Public comment periods are scheduled before and after the business items.

• East Main Street Streetscape (possible action item)
• W. Third Street Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation (possible action item)
• Edgemont Avenue Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation (possible action item)
• Road Degradation Ordinance discussion
• Borough Standards Construction Details discussion

The committee approved the April 2 minutes by a 3‑0 vote. It voted to recommend to the full council a $35,810.68 Change Order #4 for additional work on the East Main Street streetscape. It also voted to recommend removing the sidewalk extension in front of 311 W. Main Street to create two parking spaces. The committee tabled motions to reject the bids for the W. Third Street and Edgemont Avenue sanitary‑sewer rehabilitation projects.

• Approved April 2 minutes (3-0)
• Recommended Change Order #4 $35,810.68 for East Main Street streetscape (motion to council)
• Recommended removal of sidewalk extension at 311 W. Main St for two parking spaces (motion to council)
• Tabled rejection of bid for W. Third Street sanitary sewer rehabilitation
• Tabled rejection of bid for Edgemont Avenue sanitary sewer rehabilitation

Planning Commission

The Lansdale Planning Commission will consider informational presentations on a zoning map change at 864 W Fifth Street and a sketch plan for 1180 Church Road. No votes are expected on these items. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and updates on upcoming meetings.

• 864 W Fifth St – Zoning Map Change (informational only)
• 1180 Church Rd – Sketch Plan (informational only)
• Approval of March 17, 2024 meeting minutes
• No applicants for Zoning Hearing Board meeting on May 20, 2025

The commission approved the March 17 meeting minutes with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. No other actions were taken; two projects were presented for informational review, and the commission requested additional information before any zoning decisions. No applications were received for the May 20 Zoning Hearing Board. The meeting adjourned at 8:43 P.M.

• Approved March 17 minutes (5-0 unanimous)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will consider updates to Façade Grant Standards and reimbursements, hear a presentation from Aliyah Stanger of the Montgomery County Redevelopment Authority, discuss the 2025 budgeted funds, and review criteria for a Main Street Manager position. Approval of March 17, 2025 minutes is also on the agenda.

• Presentation by Aliyah Stanger, Montgomery County Redevelopment Authority
• Discussion of Façade Grant Standards
• Discussion of Façade Grant Reimbursements
• Update on 2025 Budgeted Funds
• Review of Criteria for Main Street Manager

The Economic Development Committee approved the March 17 minutes by a 6‑0 vote. Members approved a motion for the Borough Solicitor to review guidelines for an Economic Development Corporation and the Façade Grant update, limited to 10 hours, also by a 6‑0 vote. Two Façade Grant applications were approved: $1,641.94 for 307 Derstine Ave and $5,000 for 328 W Main St., each with a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved March 17 minutes (6-0)
• Approved request for solicitor to review Economic Development Corp guidelines (6-0)
• Approved $1,641.94 Façade Grant for 307 Derstine Ave (6-0)
• Approved $5,000 Façade Grant for 328 W Main St (6-0)

Environmental Advisory Commission

The Environmental Advisory Commission will review March meeting minutes and hear updates from the Borough Council on the Ready for 100 initiative, the EAC presentation, and a Dark Sky proclamation. The commission will finalize preparations for the April 26 Earth Day event at Whites Road Park, discuss upcoming nature and bird walks, and receive subcommittee reports on trees, energy, and plastic reduction.

• Finalize Earth Day 2025 schedule and tasks for April 26 at Whites Road Park
• Update from Borough Council on Ready for 100 initiative
• Dark Sky proclamation discussion
• Letter to North Penn School District update
• Subcommittee reports: Trees (shade tree commission), Energy (Ready for 100 next steps), Plastic reduction

The Lansdale Environmental Advisory Commission voted to approve the minutes from the March 2025 meeting. No other formal actions were taken; the commission discussed upcoming events, subcommittee reports, and public comments but did not vote on any of those items.

• Approved March 2025 meeting minutes

Business Meetings

The Lansdale Borough Council will consider several resolutions and an ordinance at its April 16 business meeting, including new electric rates, a renewable energy initiative, and revised sewer rates. Presentations are scheduled from the Environmental Advisory Commission on a Dark Sky Proclamation and the Ready for 100 program. The council will also vote on a land development waiver for 1180 Church Road, approve over $856,000 in bills, and appoint a Borough Treasurer.

• Motion to adopt Res. 25-09 establishing electric rates & service charges
• Motion to adopt Res. 25-10 on the Renewable Energy Initiative
• Motion to adopt Res. 25-12 establishing sewer rates & charges
• Motion to adopt Ord. 1984 amending electric rules, regulations & procedures
• Motion to adopt Res. 25-08 waiving land development for 1180 Church Rd

The Borough Council approved a resolution to launch the Lansdale PA Clean Energy and 100% Renewable Energy Initiative. It also adopted new electric and sewer rate resolutions, granted a conditional land‑development waiver to VV1180, LLC, and approved a bid for the W. 5th Street Park playground rehabilitation. All motions were approved unanimously.

• Adopted Resolution 25-10 for the Clean Energy and 100% Renewable Energy Initiative (unanimously approved)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-09 establishing electric rates and customer service charges (unanimously approved)
• Adopted Resolution 25-12 establishing sewer rates and customer service charges (unanimously approved)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-08 granting a conditional waiver of land development approval to VV1180, LLC for 1180 Church Road (unanimously approved)
• Adopted Ordinance 1984 repealing and replacing Chapters 185 and 190 (Electricity) (unanimously approved)
• Authorized the Borough Manager to prepare and advertise bid specifications for the W. 5th Street Park Playground Rehabilitation Project (unanimously approved)
• Approved two Special Events recommended by the Public Safety Committee (unanimously approved)
• Appointed Jacob Lambert as Assistant Treasurer effective immediately (unanimously approved)

Zoning Hearing Board

The Zoning Hearing Board will hold public hearings to consider two applications for zoning relief. The board will decide if the applicants are granted exceptions to existing residential zoning requirements.

• Request at 1056 Columbia Avenue for a 0 foot setback for a 13 foot wide driveway
• Request at 618 Cypress Street for reduced parking space size or a reduction from two parking spaces to one

Parking Authority

The Parking Authority is meeting to discuss the transition of parking kiosks to Park Mobile only. The body will also review requests for parking passes from businesses and residents of W. Main Street and Madison.

• Switching parking kiosks to Park Mobile only
• Employee parking pass requests from businesses
• Resident parking pass requests for W. Main Street and Madison
• Use of parking lots for commercial/business vehicles
• Freight House Rehab project bridge loan

The Lansdale Parking Authority approved the meeting minutes from January 14, 2025 with a unanimous 4‑0 vote. It also approved a loan to Discover Lansdale to fund the Freight House rehabilitation, authorizing the Authority’s solicitor to create an agreement, again by a 4‑0 vote. No other motions were voted on.

• Approved Jan 14, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved loan to Discover Lansdale for Freight House rehab (approx $500,000) and authorized agreement (4-0)

Public Works & WWTP Committee

The Public Works & WWTP Committee will consider approving banners for the Penn Suburban Chamber and receive updates on the East Main Streetscape project and the 2024 L.F. Roads Program. A presentation on modernizing the borough's wastewater treatment plant and an update on the Aeration Upgrade Project AFP#3 are scheduled. The committee will also discuss a proposed Road Degradation Ordinance and updates to Borough Standards Construction Details.

• Possible approval to display Penn Suburban Chamber banners (action item)
• East Main Streetscape Project update
• 2024 L.F. Roads Program update
• Presentation on modernization of Lansdale's WWTP
• Discussion of Road Degradation Ordinance

The Public Works Committee approved the March 5 meeting minutes by a 2‑0 vote. It voted 2‑0 to forward a motion to the full council to approve the Penn Suburban Chamber banner program, which includes a $3,000 borough payment. The committee also accepted invoice #3 for the Aeration Upgrade Project and will pay it under the existing contract. No other items were acted upon.

• Approved March 5 Public Works minutes (2‑0)
• Approved forwarding banner program motion to council (2‑0)
• Approved payment of invoice #3 for Aeration Upgrade Project (no vote recorded)

Code Enforcement & Land Planning Committee

The Lansdale Code Enforcement and Land Planning Committee will consider a land development waiver request for 1180 Church Rd and discuss a vacancy ordinance. The committee also will approve March 2024 meeting minutes and receive a planning commission report. No final decisions are made at this committee meeting; items marked with an asterisk may be forwarded to a business meeting for action.

• 1180 Church Rd land development waiver request
• Vacancy ordinance discussion
• Approval of March 5, 2024 meeting minutes
• Permits department activity report
• Planning Commission report from March 17th meeting

The committee approved the March 5, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously (3‑0). It also voted unanimously (3‑0) to grant a Waiver of Land Development for the project at 1180 Church Rd. No action was taken on the Vacancy Ordinance, which remains tabled. The next Zoning Hearing Board meeting is scheduled for April 15, 2025.

• Approved March 5, 2025 minutes (unanimous 3‑0)
• Granted Waiver of Land Development for 1180 Church Rd (unanimous 3‑0)
• No action on Vacancy Ordinance (tabled)

Public Safety Committee

The Lansdale Public Safety Committee will consider approving minutes from March, discuss the Penonni Traffic Study, pedestrian crossing at West Main and Susquehanna, and parking for business owners and employees. The committee will also vote on motions to approve a Cinco de Mayo Block Party on May 4, 2025, and a BAPS Walk on May 31, 2025. A Fire Marshal report and public comment period are also on the agenda.

• Motion to approve Cinco de Mayo Block Party on 05/04/2025
• Motion to approve BAPS Walk on 05/31/2025
• Discussion of Pedestrian Crossing on West Main at Susquehanna
• Discussion of Motorola Camera Upgrades
• Discussion of Parking for Business Owners and Employees

The Public Safety Committee approved the minutes from the March 5, 2025 meeting by a 3-0 vote. It also approved the Cinco de Mayo Block Party scheduled for May 4, 2025 with a 3-0 vote (conditionally). Additionally, the committee approved the BAPS Walk scheduled for May 31, 2025 with a 3-0 vote. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved March 5, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved Cinco de Mayo Block Party for 05/04/2025 (3-0, conditional)
• Approved BAPS Walk for 05/31/2025 (3-0)

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks & Recreation Committee will consider approving a concession stand agreement with Little's Ice Cream and Water Ice and a motion to prepare bid specifications for the W. 5th Street Park Playground Project. Updates will be provided on White's Road Pool renovation and restroom facility projects, along with departmental reports.

• Approval of minutes from March 5, 2025
• Little's Ice Cream and Water Ice Pool Concession Stand Agreement
• Motion to prepare and advertise bid specifications for W. 5th Street Park Playground Project
• White's Road Pool Renovation update
• White's Road Park Restroom Facility Project update

The Parks & Recreation Committee approved the minutes from the March 5, 2025 meeting. It authorized a concession agreement with Little’s Ice Cream and Water Ice for the 2025 pool season. The committee also approved preparing and advertising bid specifications for the West 5th Street Park playground project. All three motions passed unanimously (3‑0).

• Approved March 5, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved concession agreement with Little’s Ice Cream and Water Ice for 2025 pool season (3-0)
• Approved preparation and advertisement of bid specifications for West 5th Street Park Playground Project (3-0)

Administration & Finance Committee

The Administration and Finance Committee will review financial reports and discuss check register protocols. An update on the finance director search will be provided. The committee will consider a resolution to establish sanitary sewer rates, which may be acted on at a future business meeting. Other agenda items include a junior councilperson program and Civics 101.

• Establishment of Sanitary Sewer Rates Resolution (possible action at business meeting)
• Finance Director Search - Update
• Check Register Protocols
• Junior Councilperson program discussion
• Civics 101 presentation

The Administration & Finance Committee approved the March 5, 2025 meeting minutes with a 3‑0 vote. The committee also approved moving the Establishment of the Sanitary Sewer Rates Resolution to the full Borough Council, also by a 3‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved March 5, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved moving Sanitary Sewer Rates Resolution to Council (3-0)

Electric Committee

The Electric Committee will meet to discuss department operations and new business. The body may take action on a rate increase and an updated electric ordinance.

• 5% Rate Increase Resolution
• Final Approval of Updated Electric Ordinance
• EAC Ready for 100 Resolution

The committee approved the March 2025 minutes (3‑0). It gave final approval to the updated electric ordinance, which eliminates service deposits and allows commercial resale for EV charging (3‑0). The committee also adopted a 5% electric rate increase effective April 19, 2025, citing infrastructure costs (3‑0). The Ready for 100 renewable‑energy resolution was reviewed and approved (3‑0).

• Approved March 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Final approval of updated electric ordinance (3-0)
• Adopted 5% electric rate increase, effective April 19, 2025 (3-0)
• Approved Ready for 100 renewable‑energy resolution (3-0)

Work Sessions

This is a procedural work session of the Lansdale Borough Council. The agenda includes committee reports from various standing committees, announcements, and public comment. No specific legislation, contracts, or action items are listed for decision or discussion.

• Committee reports from Administration & Finance, Code Enforcement, Economic Development, Electric, Parks & Recreation, Public Safety, and Public Works committees
• Public comment limited to 5 minutes per resident on work session agenda items

The Parks and Recreation Committee approved Little’s Ice Cream as the concession vendor for both pools. No other actions were formally decided; the remaining items were motions to appear before the next Business Meeting. The work session concluded without any recorded votes on other proposals.

• Approved Little’s Ice Cream pool concession contract (no vote recorded)

Environmental Advisory Commission

The Environmental Advisory Commission will review and approve February meeting minutes, discuss a letter to the North Penn School District, and receive updates on upcoming events including Earth Day 2025 at Whites Road Park and Dark Sky Week. The commission will also consider a Solar for Schools program and hear subcommittee reports on trees, energy, and plastic reduction.

• Letter to North Penn School District
• Earth Day 2025 event scheduled for April 26 at Whites Road Park
• Solar for Schools Program discussion
• Dark Sky Week declaration April 21-28 in Lansdale
• Treasury report and coordination with borough council

The Environmental Advisory Commission voted to approve the minutes from the February 2025 meeting. No other substantive actions were decided; the commission discussed upcoming events, a budget request, and subcommittee updates.

• Approved February 2025 meeting minutes

Business Meetings

Lansdale Borough Council will vote on several ordinances and resolutions, including a new foreclosure and vacancy registration ordinance (Ord. 1982) and a resolution to apply for a DCNR grant for the 4th Street Pool Rehabilitation project. The council will also award bids for sanitary sewer projects on Edgemont Avenue and West Third Street, and consider a change order for the East Main Streetscape project. Additionally, the council will adopt resolutions for a NPWA construction easement at Wissahickon Park and a reimbursement resolution for 2025.

• Adopt Ord. 1982 establishing foreclosure & vacancy registration
• Adopt Res. 25-07: DCNR grant application for 4th Street Pool Rehabilitation
• Award bid for Edgemont Ave. Sanitary Sewer project
• Award bid for Whites Road Park Restroom Facility
• Motion to authorize Purchase Power Cost Adjustment

The council approved the Treasurer’s February 2025 report and retroactively approved March 2025 bill payments. It adopted the February work‑session and business‑meeting minutes and authorized several projects, including a VOIP phone system RFP, handicapped parking additions, a change order for the East Main Streetscape, and a $359,359 contract for the Edgemont Avenue sewer rehabilitation. The resolution to reimburse the borough from future debt proceeds was tabled. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Treasurer's Report for February 2025 (unanimous)
• Retroactively approved March 2025 bill payments (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes for February 5 and February 19 meetings (unanimous)
• Tabled Resolution 25-05 to reimburse borough from debt proceeds (unanimous)
• Authorized manager to advertise RFP for borough-wide VOIP phone system (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 1983 adding handicapped parking at 823 West Third Street and 325 Columbia Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #3 for East Main Streetscape Project, $28,591.17 (unanimous)
• Awarded contract to DOLI Construction for Edgemont Avenue Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation, $359,359.00 (unanimous)

Zoning Hearing Board

The Lansdale Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing on a variance request from Harshil Kakadia to construct a four-story mixed-use building at 817 W. Main Street. The building would include 1,200 square feet of commercial space and 14 apartments, but only 21 parking spaces are proposed instead of the 34 required by the borough code. The board will hear public input and then deliberate on whether to grant the variance.

• Variance request from Section 405-1703(A)(1) and (B)(4)(b) to allow 21 parking spaces instead of the required 34 for a mixed-use building with 14 apartments and commercial space at 817 W. Main Street

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider approving minutes from February 2024 and discuss new business including a preliminary/final land development plan at 1180 Church Rd and a topic on zoning for housing attainability. Old business includes discussion on maker spaces, business incubators, and coworking spaces. Public comment will be heard.

• Approval of Feb 10, 2024 meeting minutes
• 1180 Church Rd – Preliminary/Final Land Development (possible action)
• Zoning for Housing Attainability discussion
• Discussion on Maker Spaces, Business Incubators, Coworking Spaces

The Lansdale Planning Commission unanimously recommended that Borough Council grant a waiver of land development for the property at 1180 Church Rd, allowing construction of three loading docks with landscaping and stormwater controls. The commission also discussed zoning for housing attainability, expressing interest in the concept but noting the need for further work. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved February 10, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Recommended waiver of land development for 1180 Church Rd (6-0)

Economic Development Committee

The Lansdale Economic Development Committee will consider two façade grant applications at 301 W Main St. (LMK Properties) and 307 Derstine Ave. (SKR Sim Racing), along with updates on subcommittees, the Lansdale Business Association, and the 2025 budgeted funds. The committee will also discuss standards for façade grants and criteria for a Main Street Manager position. Public comment is invited.

• Façade grant applications: 301 W Main St. (LMK Properties) and 307 Derstine Ave. (SKR Sim Racing)
• Discussion of Façade Grant Standards
• Update on 2025 Budgeted Funds
• Old business: Criteria for Main Street Manager
• Approval of February 10, 2025 minutes (possible action)

The Economic Development Committee approved three facade grants: $5,000 for 301 W Main St, $1,641.94 for 307 Derstine Ave, and a grant for 1 West Main St (amount not specified). All votes were 5-0. The committee also discussed but did not finalize changes to facade grant standards, including match increases and contractor requirements, and noted the resignation of member Jonathan Robinson.

• Approved $5,000 facade grant for 301 W Main St (5-0)
• Approved $1,641.94 facade grant for 307 Derstine Ave (5-0)
• Approved facade grant for 1 West Main St (5-0)
• Approved minutes from February 10, 2025 (5-0)

Electric Committee

The Lansdale Electric Committee will discuss and possibly act on a 5% rate increase for April, along with reviewing a Purchase Power Cost Adjustment and a resolution related to the Ready for 100 initiative. The meeting also covers approval of previous minutes and general department operations.

• Rate Resolution for 5% April Increase (possible action item)
• Purchase Power Cost Adjustment (possible action item)
• Ready for 100 Resolution Review EAC (possible action item)
• Approval of Minutes from previous meeting
• Department Operations discussion

The Lansdale Electric Committee tabled the Ready for 100 resolution for further review, with possible adoption by full council in April after timeline adjustments. They also discussed a 5% electric rate increase for May's bill, to be presented at the April work session. The committee approved the February 2025 minutes and discussed a Purchase Power Cost Adjustment (PPAC), with more details to be shared before a vote.

• Approved the February 2025 minutes (3-0).
• Tabled the Ready for 100 resolution until April's work session.
• Discussed PPAC; vote deferred until engineer provides KWH adjustment example.
• Noted 5% rate increase for May's bill to be presented at April work session.
• Completed installation of 2000 new AMI electric meters.
• Continued pole replacements and substation projects.

Public Works & WWTP Committee

The Lansdale Public Works & WWTP Committee will consider several action items including the East Main Streetscape Project, sanitary sewer improvements on Edgemont Avenue and West Third Street, and a resolution for a yearly sewer rate increase. Updates will be provided on Main Street Paving and the L.F. Roads Program, and a Road Degradation Ordinance is on the agenda. Public comment will be taken on each action item before votes.

• East Main Streetscape Project (possible action item)
• Edgemont Avenue Sanitary Sewer Improvements (possible action item)
• West Third Street Sanitary Sewer Improvements (possible action item)
• Resolution for Yearly Sewer Rate Increase
• Road Degradation Ordinance

The Public Works Committee approved minutes from February and voted to recommend several items to full council, including a $28,591.17 change order for the East Main Streetscape Project and conditional awards for two sanitary sewer improvement projects pending engineer recommendations and fund availability. The committee also discussed a PennDOT paving project for Main Street and noted a successful DEP inspection of the WWTP.

• Approved February 5 committee minutes (2-0)
• Voted to recommend East Main Streetscape change order #3 ($28,591.17) to full council
• Voted to recommend Edgemont Avenue Sanitary Sewer Improvements award to full council, contingent on engineer's recommendation and funds
• Voted to recommend West Third Street Sanitary Sewer Improvements award to full council, contingent on engineer's recommendation and funds

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will review old business including the Penonni Traffic Study and a pedestrian crossing on West Main at Susquehanna, then vote on a motion to approve a handicap parking space at 434 Walnut Street. The meeting also includes a Fire Marshal & Fire Department report and open public comment.

• Approval of February 5, 2025 meeting minutes
• Penonni Traffic Study discussion
• Pedestrian crossing on West Main at Susquehanna
• Motion to approve handicap parking space at 434 Walnut Street (public comment and vote)
• Fire Marshal & Fire Department report

The committee approved a handicap parking request for 434 Walnut Street, which may be an action item at the Business Meeting. They also discussed the completed traffic study, plans for the Main and Susquehanna crossing, and public comments about parking. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved handicap parking request for 434 Walnut Street
• Approved minutes of February 5, 2025 PSC meeting

Parks & Recreation Committee

The committee will review a grant application for the Fourth Street Pool and a construction easement for a water main project at Wissahickon Park. Members will also discuss a beer garden at White’s Road Park and field requests from the North Penn Valley Girls Softball Association.

• DCNR C2P2 Grant application for Fourth Street Pool
• Well Crafted Beer Garden at White’s Road Park (April 19-May 17)
• NPWA Water Main Project temporary construction easement at Wissahickon Park
• North Penn Valley Girls Softball Association tournament and field request
• Bid specifications for White’s Road Pool Baby and Intermediate Pool renovation

The Parks & Recreation Committee approved a resolution to apply for a $1,000,000 DCNR C2P2 grant for the Fourth Street Pool Rehabilitation project, authorized a temporary construction easement for NPWA's water main project, and approved Well Crafted's beer garden and concert series beer sales at White's Road Park. The committee also approved NPVGSA's request to host 12 tournaments using four fields. No other substantive decisions were made; other items were informational updates.

• Approved February 5, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Adopted resolution to apply for $1,000,000 DCNR C2P2 grant for Fourth Street Pool Rehabilitation (3-0)
• Approved Well Crafted beer garden at White's Road Park and beer sales during concert series
• Approved NPVGSA request for 12 tournaments and use of four fields during five tournaments
• Authorized temporary construction easement for NPWA water main project at Wissahickon Park (3-0)

Administration & Finance Committee

The Administration and Finance Committee will approve minutes from February 5, 2025, and review financial reports through February 28, 2025. They will discuss an update on the 2025 bond borrowing and consider developing a request for proposals (RFP) for replacing or upgrading the borough-wide VOIP phone system.

• Approval of minutes from February 5, 2025
• Review of financial reports as of 2/28/2025
• Discussion of 2025 bond borrowing update
• Development of RFP for replacing/upgrading borough-wide VOIP phone system

The Admin & Finance Committee approved a motion to develop a Request for Proposals (RFP) for replacing or upgrading the borough-wide VOIP phone system, passing 3-0. The committee also approved the minutes from the February 5, 2025 meeting, 3-0. A decision on the 2025 bond borrowing was delayed, with Ed Murray recommending postponement and providing an update at the next meeting. The committee discussed adopting a Reimbursement Resolution at the next meeting, but no formal action was taken.

• Approved the meeting minutes from February 5, 2025, by a 3-0 vote.
• Approved a motion to develop an RFP for replacing/upgrading the borough-wide VOIP phone system, by a 3-0 vote.
• Delayed action on the 2025 bond borrowing, pending further information from Ed Murray and John Ernst.
• Discussed adopting a Reimbursement Resolution at the next meeting, but no vote was taken.

Code Enforcement & Land Planning Committee

The Code Enforcement and Land Planning Committee will discuss the adoption of a Vacancy Ordinance, receive department activity reports on permits, and hear a report from the Planning Commission. A Zoning Hearing Board item for 817 W Main St. is scheduled for March 18, 2025. The committee will also approve minutes from a prior meeting.

• Adoption of Vacancy Ordinance under committee business
• Zoning Hearing Board case for 817 W Main St. on March 18, 2025
• Approval of February 5, 2024 meeting minutes
• Permits department activity report
• Planning Commission report from February 10th meeting

The Code Enforcement and Land Planning Committee voted 3-1 to adopt the Vacancy Ordinance, which requires registration for vacant commercial properties and foreclosed properties (managed by HERA) with no fee for commercial vacancies. The ordinance was approved after discussion about registration timelines, enforcement, and potential use by a Downtown Business Manager. The committee also approved the February meeting minutes unanimously and received reports on permits and a land development application.

• Approved February 5, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Adopted Vacancy Ordinance (3-1)

Work Sessions

This is a procedural work session with no specific decisions or discussions listed. Council will hear committee reports from Administration & Finance, Code Enforcement, Economic Development, Electric, Parks and Recreation, Public Safety, and Public Works, followed by public comment. The next business meeting is scheduled for March 19, 2025.

• Committee reports from seven standing committees
• Public comment limited to 5 minutes per resident on work session agenda items
• Next business meeting set for March 19, 2025

The Lansdale Borough Council held a work session and advanced several items to the next business meeting, including a 5% electric rate increase, a DCNR grant application for the 4th Street Pool renovation, bid specifications for White's Road Pool renovations, and a bid award for White's Road Park restrooms. The council also discussed a vacancy ordinance, deciding to remove the registration fee, and tabled a facade improvement grant request from McQuillin Studios pending solicitor review. No final votes were taken at this work session.

• Moved to adopt a rate resolution increasing electric rates by 5% effective April 19
• Moved to prepare and advertise an RFP for VOIP system replacement or upgrade
• Moved to submit DCNR C2P2 grant for 4th Street Pool renovation
• Moved to prepare and advertise bid specs for White's Road Pool intermediate and baby pools renovation
• Moved to award bid for White's Road Park restroom facilities
• Moved to approve change order #3 for East Main Streetscape project ($28,591.17)
• Moved to award bids for Edgemont Avenue and W. Third Street Sanitary Sewer Improvements
• Moved to adopt resolution increasing sewer rates per predetermined schedule

Environmental Advisory Commission

The Environmental Advisory Commission will review January meeting minutes, discuss an associate member vacancy, and update a letter to the North Penn School District (Upper Gwynedd has signed off). They will also plan Earth Day 2025 (April 26 at Whites Road Park), nature walks, bird walks, and Kids at Park Day. Subcommittee reports cover a model tree ordinance, Ready for 100 energy goals, and plastic reduction. New business includes Solar for Schools and a Dark Sky Week proclamation.

• Letter to North Penn School District update – Upper Gwynedd has signed off
• Earth Day 2025 event scheduled for April 26 at Whites Road Park
• Nature walks: May 10 at Hidden Valley, Aug 16 at Stony Creek (both 9AM)
• Tree subcommittee developing a model ordinance and seeking feedback from other municipalities
• Discussion of Solar for Schools program and Dark Sky Week proclamation (April 21-28)

The Environmental Advisory Commission approved the January meeting minutes and discussed several upcoming initiatives, including Earth Day activities, nature walks, and a letter to the North Penn School District. The group agreed to prioritize establishing a Shade Tree Commission as the first step for tree-related ordinances. No formal votes were taken on substantive policy items; the meeting was primarily planning and discussion.

• Approved January meeting minutes
• Agreed to prioritize forming a Shade Tree Commission
• Finalized letter to North Penn School District on sustainability
• Scheduled nature walks for May 10 and Aug 16
• Scheduled bird walks for May 3 and Oct 11
• Planned Kids at Park Day for May 17
• Discussed presenting Ready for 100 Resolution to Council
• Reviewed draft plastic reduction ordinance with Economic & Code Enforcement Committee

Business Meetings

The Council will consider several infrastructure projects, including sanitary sewer rehabs and park renovations. The meeting includes presentations on 2025 bond borrowing and the 2024 Police Department Annual Report.

• Proposal from RVE for W. 5th St. Park Renovation project
• Bid award for Whites Road Pool Renovation project
• Bid specifications for Edgemont Ave. and W. 3rd St. Sanitary Sewer Rehab projects
• Purchase of two Ford F-150 Lightning Pickup Trucks
• Proposal from Armour & Sons for traffic light radar system

Council heard a presentation on a proposed $12 million bond borrowing with a wrap-around structure and approved several contracts and purchases, including a pool renovation and two electric pickup trucks. All action items were approved unanimously. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved $12M bond borrowing plan (presentation only, parameters ordinance to come in March)
• Approved $20,828 contract for Matrix Radar Detectors at Main Street intersections
• Approved $58,000 purchase of Ford F-150 Lightning for Electric Department
• Approved $58,000 purchase of Ford F-150 Lightning for Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Approved $67,375 contract for West 5th Street Park Playground Rehabilitation design
• Awarded Whites Road Pool Renovation contract to All State Technology Aquatic Facility Construction
• Approved $23,190 for Cannon Avenue Rehabilitation Phase 2 construction management
• Approved $19,350 for Poplar Street Rehabilitation construction management

Planning Commission

The Lansdale Planning Commission will consider approval of meeting minutes from January 20, 2024, and discuss a sketch plan for 100 Penn Street as new business. They will also continue old business discussions on maker spaces, business incubators, and coworking spaces. The scheduled Zoning Hearing Board meeting for February 18 is cancelled.

• Approval of January 20, 2024 meeting minutes (possible action item)
• 100 Penn St – Sketch Plan; informational review
• Discussion on maker spaces, business incubators, and coworking spaces
• Zoning Hearing Board meeting on February 18 cancelled

The Lansdale Planning Commission reviewed a sketch plan for a 50-unit, four-story condominium at 100 Penn St., with parking concerns raised. No formal vote was taken on the project. The commission also discussed zoning for maker spaces and noted the February 18 Zoning Hearing Board meeting was cancelled.

• Approved January 20, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Reviewed sketch plan for 50-unit condo at 100 Penn St. (no vote)
• Suggested reaching out to adjacent property owners for parking agreements
• Requested 1.5 parking spaces per unit (discussion)
• Noted Zoning Hearing Board meeting on Feb 18 cancelled

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will meet to discuss budgeted funds for 2025 and façade grant standards. The body will also consider a façade improvement grant for McQuillin Studio at 1 West Main Street.

• Façade Improvement Grant for McQuillin Studio at 1 West Main Street
• Review of 2025 Budgeted Funds
• Discussion of Façade Grant Standards

The Economic Development Committee voted 7-0 to recommend that Lansdale Borough Council fund $30,000 for a Main Street Manager, with job description criteria to be established. The committee tabled the McQuillin Studio façade grant application pending clarification on funding amount and whether to apply for the entire property or individual businesses. No other substantive decisions were made; subcommittee updates and event announcements were discussed.

• Approved minutes from January 20, 2025 (7-0)
• Recommended $30,000 funding for Main Street Manager to Borough Council (7-0)
• Tabled McQuillin Studio façade grant application for further direction

Electric Committee

The Lansdale Electric Committee will discuss and prepare several items for potential action at a future Borough Council meeting, including a resolution for 100% clean energy, updates to electric ordinances, and the purchase of an EV pickup truck. They will also review fee schedule updates for 2025 and receive a microgrid overview from QPHL.

• Possible purchase of EV pickup truck for Electric Department
• Resolution for 100% clean energy (EAC)
• Prepare and advertise electric ordinance updates for 2025
• Co-Stars radar detection at Main and Church & Main and Lansdale Ave.
• Fee schedule updates for 2025

The Electric Committee voted 3-0 to approve the December 2024 minutes, a $56,477 quote for a 2025 electric half-ton pickup truck (budgeted in the 2025 capital plan, with a $7,500 AFIG rebate application planned), and updates to the electric ordinance, including net metering language, removal of service deposits, and alignment of bills with the ordinance. The committee also requested that all service deposits be credited back to account holders. Additionally, they approved a $20,828 Co-Stars contract for radar detection installation at Main & Church and Main & Lansdale Ave. Other items were reviewed but not voted on, including a clean energy resolution, fee schedule updates, and a micro grid overview.

• Approved December 2024 minutes (3-0)
• Approved $56,477 quote for 2025 electric pickup truck (3-0)
• Approved electric ordinance updates, including net metering and deposit removal (3-0)
• Requested service deposits be credited back to account holders
• Approved $20,828 Co-Stars radar detection installation at two intersections (3-0)

Public Works & WWTP Committee

The Public Works & WWTP Committee will discuss and possibly vote on several infrastructure projects, including the Cannon Avenue Phase 2 Project and Poplar Street Rehabilitation, along with sewer improvements and the purchase of an electric pickup truck for the wastewater treatment plant. Updates on the East Main Streetscape Project and other ongoing works will also be presented. The committee will consider a Road Degradation Ordinance under other business.

• Cannon Avenue Phase 2 Project (possible action item)
• Poplar Street Rehabilitation (possible action item)
• EV Pickup Truck for WWTP (possible action item)
• Edgemont Avenue Sanitary Sewer Improvements (possible action item)
• West Third Street Sanitary Sewer Improvements (possible action item)

The Public Works Committee voted to recommend several projects to full council, including adding bidding and construction management for Cannon Avenue Phase 2 and Poplar Street Rehabilitation, leasing an EV pickup truck for the WWTP, and preparing bid specs for sewer improvements on Edgemont Avenue and West Third Street. The committee also noted receipt of a $32,500 grant for the Neshaminy Streambank Restoration Project and discussed sidewalk replacement timing. No final approvals were made; all items are recommendations for council action.

• Recommended adding bidding/construction management to Cannon Avenue Phase 2 (not to exceed $23,190)
• Recommended adding bidding/construction management to Poplar Street Rehabilitation (not to exceed $19,350)
• Recommended leasing EV pickup truck for WWTP via Costars (not to exceed $58,000, with $7,500 grant)
• Recommended preparing/advertising bid specs for Edgemont Avenue sanitary sewer improvements
• Recommended preparing/advertising bid specs for West Third Street sanitary sewer improvements
• Approved December 4, 2024 minutes (2-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will vote on several motions: approving two handicap parking spaces (823 W. 3rd St and 325 Columbia Ave), the 2025 Lansdale annual events schedule, a new police officer hire, adoption of the 2025 Emergency Operations Plan, and a mutual aid agreement for emergency services. Old business includes parking restrictions for trailers/campers, the Penonni Traffic Study, and a snow alert on Madison Street.

• Handicap parking space for 823 W. 3rd St
• Handicap parking space for 325 Columbia Ave
• Approval of 2025 annual events including First Fridays, Founders Day, Beer Fest, and others
• Motion to hire a new police officer
• Resolution to adopt the 2025 Emergency Operations Plan and Mutual Aid Agreement for Emergency Services

The committee approved two handicap parking requests (823 W. 3rd Street and 325 Columbia Ave), Lansdale's Annual Events, a new police officer hire, the 2025 Emergency Operations Plan, and a Mutual Aid Agreement for Emergency Services. They also decided not to add trailer parking language to the ordinance and updated Madison Street snow alert parking signage. Fire department 2024 stats were reported, including 634 alarms and a $160,000 grant.

• Approved handicap parking at 823 W. 3rd Street
• Approved handicap parking at 325 Columbia Ave
• Approved Lansdale's Annual Events
• Approved new police officer hire
• Adopted 2025 Emergency Operations Plan
• Approved Mutual Aid Agreement for Emergency Services
• Decided not to add trailer parking verbiage to ordinance
• Updated Madison Street snow alert parking ordinance verbiage

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks & Recreation Committee will consider a motion to accept a $67,375 engineering and design proposal for the W. 5th St Playground Rehabilitation project and a resolution to apply for a Montco2040 grant for trail paving at Memorial, Wissahickon, and York & Susquehanna Parks. Other action items include approving December 2024 minutes and discussing a memorial for Charlie the Cat at White's Road Park. Updates will be provided on the White's Road Pool Renovation and Restroom Facility projects, with bid awards and advertising expected at the February 19 Business Meeting.

• Motion to accept RVE proposal for engineering/design services for W. 5th St Playground Rehabilitation not to exceed $67,375
• Resolution to apply for Montco2040 Grant Program for park trail paving at Memorial, Wissahickon, and York & Susquehanna Parks
• Discussion of Charlie the Cat Memorial at White's Road Park
• White's Road Pool Renovation: award for lowest responsible bidder at February 19 Business Meeting
• White's Road Park Restroom Facility Project: prepare and advertise bid specs at February 19 Business Meeting

The Parks & Recreation Committee approved a resolution to apply for a $250,000 Montco2040 grant for trail paving at Memorial, Wissahickon, and York & Susquehanna Parks. They also approved a memorial bench and little library for Charlie the Cat at White's Road Park, contingent on a maintenance agreement, and accepted an engineering proposal for the W. 5th St Playground Rehabilitation project. All votes were 3-0.

• Approved December 4, 2024 minutes (3-0)
• Approved Charlie the Cat memorial bench and little library at White's Road Park, contingent on maintenance agreement (3-0)
• Adopted resolution to apply for Montco2040 grant for trail paving at three parks, $250,000 (3-0)
• Accepted RVE proposal for engineering and design services for W. 5th St Playground Rehabilitation, not to exceed $67,375 (3-0)

Administration & Finance Committee

The Administration and Finance Committee will review financial reports as of 12/30/24 and discuss new business items including a 2025 bond borrowing, policies for the General Fund and Debt Service, a resolution for Equal Opportunity Employer, and a contract with FX Browne for recycling reporting. No old business or committee business items are on the agenda. Items marked with an asterisk are possible action items at the subsequent business meeting.

• 2025 Bond Borrowing – Ed Murray
• Policies for the General Fund and Debt Service
• Resolution Equal Opportunity Employer (sample to be updated for business meeting)
• FX Browne recycling reporting contract (attached)

The Lansdale Administration & Finance Committee approved two resolutions: one declaring the Borough an Equal Opportunity Employer and another approving the FX Browne recycling reporting contract. Both passed 3-0. The committee also discussed a 2025 bond borrowing presentation and potential debt policies, but no decisions were made on those items.

• Approved Equal Opportunity Employer resolution (3-0)
• Approved FX Browne recycling reporting contract (3-0)

Code Enforcement & Land Planning Committee

The Code Enforcement and Land Planning Committee will meet to discuss the adoption of a Vacancy Ordinance. The body will also review permit activity and a report from the January 20th Planning Commission meeting.

• Adoption of Vacancy Ordinance
• Review of permits
• Planning Commission report from January 20th

The committee discussed the draft Vacancy Ordinance, which is still under Solicitor review and not yet adopted. No formal action was taken on the ordinance; the committee approved the December 4, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously. The ordinance would require registration of vacant residential and commercial properties, with a proposed $300 fee collected twice a year, split between Hera Property Registration and the Borough.

• Approved December 4, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Discussed draft Vacancy Ordinance; no vote taken, still under Solicitor review

Work Sessions

The Lansdale Borough Council holds a work session to discuss a settlement stipulation agreement and to consider adopting Ordinance 1979, which would increase council and mayor compensation from $200 to $576.25 per month for terms starting after January 1, 2026. Existing members would keep the current $200 rate until their terms end. Committee reports and public comment are also scheduled.

• Motion A to approve a Settlement Stipulation Agreement (details not provided)
• Proposed Ordinance 1979 raising council member and mayor compensation to $576.25 per month from $200 per month for terms beginning on or after January 1, 2026
• Existing council members and the mayor continue at $200 per month until their current term ends
• Committee reports from Administration & Finance, Code Enforcement, Economic Development, Electric, Parks and Recreation, Public Safety, and Public Works

Council unanimously approved Ordinance 1979, increasing compensation for Council members and the Mayor to approximately $530 per month for those elected or re-elected in 2026. The raise is the first in an unspecified period, as records on prior increases were not kept. No other formal votes were taken; the rest of the meeting consisted of committee reports and discussion of future agenda items.

• Approved Ordinance 1979 increasing Council and Mayor compensation to ~$530/month (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Lansdale Planning Commission will meet to approve November 2024 minutes, reorganize, discuss maker spaces and business incubators, and review the annual report. The Zoning Hearing Board meeting scheduled for January 21, 2025, has been cancelled.

• Approval of November 18, 2024, meeting minutes
• Reorganization of the Planning Commission
• Discussion of maker spaces, business incubators, and coworking spaces
• Review of the annual report
• Cancellation of the January 21, 2025, Zoning Hearing Board meeting

The Lansdale Planning Commission approved its November 2024 minutes and reorganized for the new year, unanimously reelecting Mike Panachyda as chairman and Mike Bueke as co-chairman. The commission also discussed a draft ordinance for maker spaces, business incubators, and coworking spaces, with the consultant to research other municipalities. No public comment was made, and no other substantive decisions were taken.

• Approved November 18, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Reelected Mike Panachyda as Chairman (5-0)
• Reelected Mike Bueke as Co-Chairman (5-0)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will discuss the 2025 budgeted funds and façade grant standards. The body will also review a façade improvement grant application for West Main Consignment at 15W Main Street.

• Façade Improvement Grant for West Main Consignment at 15W Main Street
• Review of 2025 Budgeted Funds
• Discussion of Façade Grant Standards
• Single Use Plastics proposal from Environmental Advisory Commission
• Final report from Stephen Barth

The Economic Development Committee approved a $12,400 façade improvement grant for 15 W. Main St. (West Main Consignment), covering sign replacement, siding, and awning work. The committee also discussed potential changes to the 2025 façade grant program, including in-person applicant presentations and increasing the match from $5,000 to $7,500, but no formal action was taken. A proposed single-use plastics ordinance was presented for feedback only.

• Approved $12,400 façade grant for 15 W. Main St. (West Main Consignment)
• Approved minutes from December 16, 2024 (7-0)
• Discussed increasing façade grant match from $5,000 to $7,500 (no vote)
• Discussed requiring in-person applicant presentations for façade grants (no vote)

Environmental Advisory Commission

The Environmental Advisory Commission will review December meeting minutes, discuss filling associate member positions, and update a letter to the North Penn School District regarding LEED certification. They will plan the Earth Day 2025 event scheduled for April 26 at Whites Road Park and consider a $5,000 budget request presented in March. Subcommittees will report on tree initiatives, energy programs including Ready for 100, and plastic reduction efforts.

• Letter to North Penn School District on LEED certification
• Earth Day 2025 event planning for April 26 at Whites Road Park
• Treasury report requesting $5,000 budget in March
• Subcommittee reports: Trees, Energy (Ready for 100), Plastic reduction
• Plastic reduction subcommittee to approach Economic and Code Enforcement committees

The Environmental Advisory Commission approved its December meeting minutes. Members discussed next steps for a tree ordinance, reviewed a draft executive summary for the Ready for 100 resolution, and planned Earth Day events. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved December meeting minutes
• Discussed drafting a tree ordinance
• Reviewed draft executive summary for Ready for 100 resolution
• Planned Earth Day events, including nature and bird walks
• Discussed letter to North Penn School District on sustainability

Business Meetings

Lansdale Borough Council will meet to approve the December 2024 Treasurer's Report and January bills. The body will consider a three-year contract for Montgomery County Planning Assistance and a new ordinance regarding property registration for vacant and foreclosed properties.

• Proposed ordinance for property registration for foreclosures and vacancies
• Resolution 25-01 regarding a 3-year Montgomery County Planning Assistance contract
• Approval of January bills, including $222,301.41 for Delaware Valley Health Trust
• Payment of $44,100.00 to Eastern Environmental for UV Disinfection
• Payment of $36,758.46 to Girard for backpay per Memorandum of Agreement

Lansdale Borough Council approved a motion to prepare and advertise an ordinance creating a property registration chapter for foreclosures and vacancies, with a vote of 8-1. The council also approved the December 2024 Treasurer's Report, January 2025 bills, meeting minutes, and a planning assistance contract with Montgomery County. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved December 2024 Treasurer's Report (unanimous)
• Approved January 2025 bills to be paid (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes for Dec 4 and Dec 18, 2024 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 25-01 for Montgomery County planning contract (unanimous)
• Approved preparing and advertising vacancy/foreclosure registration ordinance (8-1)

Parking Authority

The Lansdale Parking Authority will consider several motions, including the reorganization of officers, reappointment of solicitor, and approval of an updated parking study. Ongoing business includes updates on SEPTA garage parking passes and the Freight House Rehab project. New business covers parking kiosks, SEPTA garage use during snow alerts, and designating accounts between kiosks and meters. The treasurer's report is not yet available.

• Motion to approve updated parking study
• Discussion of parking kiosks with Chief Trail
• Update on SEPTA garage parking passes
• Freight House Rehab project update
• Motion to reorganize officers

The Lansdale Parking Authority held a special meeting on January 14, 2025, and approved all six motions presented, including electing officers, reappointing the solicitor, adopting Resolution 25-01, approving minutes, authorizing invoice payments, and approving an updated Parking Study. The board also discussed SEPTA garage pass requirements, the Freight House Rehabilitation Project, parking kiosk issues, and snow alert parking, but took no formal action on these items.

• Elected officers: Chairman Dan Dunigan, Vice-Chairman John Chirico, Secretary Todd Brown, Assistant Secretary Dominic Frascella (4-0)
• Reappointed Joseph Clement, Esq. as solicitor (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-01 appointing administrative support staff (4-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from September 25, 2024 (4-0)
• Authorized payment of invoices on attached spreadsheet (4-0)
• Approved updated Parking Study from Pennoni Associates dated September 18, 2023 (4-0)