Media public meetings in 2022

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council will consider adopting the final 2023 General, Capital, Liquid Fuels, and Recreation budgets, along with the 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan. They will also vote on Ordinance No. 1158 setting the 2023 millage rate and Ordinance No. 1159 extending parking meter hours to 8pm Monday through Saturday and increasing the rate to $1.50/hour. Other items include a collective bargaining agreement with Media Police, a change order for the MS4 Vorteks facility relocation, and a request for a 12-month extension on a RACP grant for the Water Safety and Infrastructure Project.

• Adoption of final 2023 budgets (General, Capital, Liquid Fuels, Recreation) and 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan
• Ordinance No. 1158 setting the 2023 millage rate
• Ordinance No. 1159 extending parking meter hours to 8pm Monday-Saturday and increasing rate to $1.50/hour
• Collective Bargaining Agreement with Media Police
• Change order for relocation of MS4 Vorteks facility from Philip Green Park to West and 3rd Street

Council approved the final 2023 Operating, Capital, Liquid Fuels, and Recreation Budgets and the 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan. The body also set the 2023 millage rate and updated parking ordinances. Additionally, the Media Borough Board of Health was dissolved.

• Adopted final 2023 Operating, Capital, Liquid Fuels and Recreation Budgets (6-1)
• Adopted Ordinance 1158 setting 2023 millage to 2.0 mills (unanimous)
• Adopted 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 1159 extending parking hours to 8pm Mon-Sat and increasing rate to $1.50/hr (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 1157 dissolving the Media Borough Board of Health (unanimous)
• Approved $501,356.90 in bill payments across General, Recreation, and Capital funds (unanimous)
• Authorized ARPA H20 grant submission for Ridge Road stormwater project (unanimous)
• Approved advertising 3 open parking enforcement officer positions (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council workshop agenda includes a budget presentation and several action items: setting the 2023 millage rate (Ordinance 1158), adopting the final 2023 budgets and 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan, and amending the parking ordinance to extend paid hours to 8pm and raise the rate to $1.50/hour. Other items include a grant application for the Ridge Road stormwater project, relocating an MS4 facility, appointing a member to the Media Business Authority, and dissolving the Board of Health.

• Consider Ordinance No. 1158 of 2022 Setting the 2023 Millage Rate
• Consider adoption of the Final 2023 General, Capital, Liquid Fuels and Recreation budgets
• Consider amending parking ordinance to extend hours until 8pm Monday through Saturday and increase rate to $1.50/hour
• Consider submitting ARPA H20 grant for Ridge Road stormwater project
• Consider Ordinance No. 1157 of 2022 – Dissolving the Board of Health of Media Borough

The Borough Council held a workshop to review the 2023 final operating, capital, liquid fuels, and recreation budgets. The proposed budget includes a property tax rate increase from 1.81 mills to 2.00 mills. No formal votes on the budget or ordinances were recorded during this workshop meeting.

• Proposed property tax rate increase from 1.81 mills to 2.00 mills
• Proposed parking rate increase to $1.50/hr with hours extended to 8:00 PM
• Proposed 4.5% salary increase for personnel
• Proposed increase of Library contribution to $165,000
• Proposed decrease of Fire Company budget by 14.3% to $613,000
• Proposed transfer of $825,000 to Capital Reserve Account
• Proposed appointment of Stu Eli to the Media Business Authority
• Proposed appointments of Ron Joines and Dana Marks to the Environmental Advisory Council

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council will vote on adopting the preliminary 2023 General, Capital, Liquid Fuels, and Recreation budgets. The council will also consider resolutions to sell three used Ford Crown Victoria police cruisers to the highest bidders, and authorize salary increases for parking enforcement officers and a customer service specialist.

• Adoption of preliminary 2023 General, Capital, Liquid Fuels, and Recreation budgets
• Resolution #2022-50: Sale of 2007 Ford Crown Victoria to Eric Gavin for $2,750
• Resolution #2022-51: Sale of 2008 Ford Crown Victoria to Barron Snyder for $2,350
• Resolution #2022-52: Sale of 2009 Ford Crown Victoria to Duayne Ronczcowsky for $3,202
• Salary adjustment for Parking Enforcement Officers from $18.19 to $20.00 per hour effective January 1, 2023

Council approved the 2023 preliminary general, capital, liquid fuels, and recreations budgets. The board also authorized specific spending for Sunoco funds and approved several personnel salary adjustments.

• Adopted 2023 preliminary general, capital, liquid fuels and recreations budgets (Unanimous)
• Authorized Sunoco fund spending: $10,000 for reusable bags, $13,355 for library rain garden, and $13,355 for EV charging station (Approved with condition for library scope of work)
• Approved sale of three Ford Crown Victorias for $2,750, $2,350, and $3,202 (Unanimous)
• Authorized parking enforcement officer salary increase to $20.00 per hour effective Jan 1, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Authorized promotion and salary increase for Marianne States to $28.57 per hour effective Jan 1, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved mass gathering permit for Media Farmer’s Market (Unanimous)
• Ratified bill payments totaling $2,234,751.13 (Unanimous)
• Accepted proposal for fire alarm system installation at Public Works shop (Unanimous)

Shade Tree Commission

The Media Shade Tree Commission is meeting to discuss sidewalks, tree roots, and related codes, and will hear public comment. The commission will also evaluate trees at six specific residential addresses in the borough.

• Resident request for tree evaluation at 323 W. 4th Street
• Tree evaluation at 511 N. Olive Street
• Tree evaluation at 4 W. 8th Street
• Tree evaluation at 11 E. Jefferson Street
• Tree evaluation at 317 E. Front Street and 209 N. Jackson Street (on 2nd St)

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss and consider several items, including a fire alarm system for the Public Works shop, a mass gathering permit for the Media Farmer's Market, and the adoption of preliminary 2023 budgets for General, Capital, Liquid Fuels, and Recreation funds. The meeting will also include reports from the Borough Manager, Engineer, Solicitor, and Mayor, as well as committee updates.

• Consider fire alarm system for Public Works shop
• Consider mass gathering permit for Media Farmer's Market (first and third Sundays, December 2022–April 2023, 8:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.)
• Consider adoption of preliminary 2023 General, Capital, Liquid Fuels, and Recreation budgets
• Discuss 2023 Community Development Block Grant Funds

The Borough Council conducted a workshop meeting consisting of committee reports and public comment. No formal legislative actions or votes were taken other than the motion to adjourn.

• Adjourned meeting at 8:15 p.m. (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council will consider several resolutions and actions, including amending civil service rules, authorizing the sale of three Crown Victoria vehicles, and advertising an ordinance to disband the Board of Health. The council will also ratify mass gathering permits for a film shoot and two community events, and approve grants for recycling education and a wayfinding project.

• Authorize sale of three police Crown Victorias on Municibid
• Advertise ordinance to disband the Board of Health
• Ratify mass gathering permit for Neighborhood Film Company filming on Plum Street Mall (Oct 12-20)
• Approve Resolution #2022-xx for Delco Green Ways grant
• Approve Resolution #2022-902 for Recycling Education and Equipment Grant

Council discussed the 2023 budget, noting flat revenue and increased expenses from hiring three police officers and EMS needs, with possible tax and parking fee increases. They approved several actions including change order #3 for the Wayfinding project, Resolution #2022-48 for Phillip Green Park restoration, and multiple mass gathering permits. All votes were unanimous except two abstentions on pension-related items.

• Approved change order #3 for Wayfinding project with 45-day extension and sign relocation (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #2022-48 for Phillip Green Park restoration application (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Civil Service Rules for residency radius and communication (unanimous)
• Approved advertising ordinance to disband Board of Health (unanimous)
• Approved mass gathering permits for Media Fellowship Fall Street Fest, 2nd Baptist Church Harvest Festival, Neighborhood Film Company filming, and Veterans Day Parade (all unanimous)
• Ratified payment of bills totaling $237,885.89 (unanimous)
• Ratified RFP for Pension Investment Advisory Services (unanimous, Robinson abstained)
• Approved agreement with Ken Decker for pension RFP professional services (unanimous, Robinson abstained)

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss and consider various items, including the potential disbanding of the Board of Health, several mass gathering permits for local events, and grant applications. The agenda also includes routine reports from the borough manager, engineer, solicitor, and mayor, as well as committee updates. Decisions may be made on these items, though some are only discussions at this stage.

• Consider disbanding Board of Health and updating health ordinance
• Consider mass gathering permits for Media Fellowship Fall Street Fest (Oct 22), 2nd Baptist Church Harvest Festival (Oct 29), Neighborhood Film Company filming on Plum Street Mall (Oct 12-13), and Veteran's Day Parade (Nov 11)
• Consider Change Order #3 for Wayfinding project
• Consider grant applications to Del Co Green Ways Grant Program and DEP 902 Recycling Education and Equipment Grant Program
• Consider sale of 2007, 2008, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria vehicles on Municibid

The Media Borough Council held a workshop meeting on October 6, 2022, discussing various topics including rat complaints on Jackson Street, a dangerous dog incident, and traffic calming measures. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was primarily informational and discussion-based.

• Discussed rat complaints on N. Jackson Street, 4th, 5th, and 6th Streets; Manager noted rat control is under County Health Department.
• Noted that Media Police issued a citation for a dangerous dog; another incident would result in an arrest.
• Discussed making the Jefferson Street roundabout permanent with landscaping and lighting.
• Decided not to move forward with the traffic calming application at Radnor and Jefferson Streets.
• Council indicated preference for Phillip Green Park upgrades under the Delco Greenways grant.
• Councilperson Boyer agreed to serve as liaison to the Civil Service Commission.
• Council authorized Solicitor to advertise an ordinance to disband the Board of Health.
• Council expressed sense to approve a mass gathering permit for Neighborhood Film Company filming on Plum Street Mall.

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council is meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including an amended stormwater management ordinance, a contract for facilities maintenance, and a zoning application. They will also consider authorizing the Civil Service Commission to advertise for full-time police officers and approve a mass gathering permit for MACtober Fest. The council will review payments of bills totaling $398,058.81 for August and consider proposals for an online budget book and an environmental recycling inspector.

• Ordinance No. 1156 of 2022 – Amended and Restated Stormwater Management
• Approval of Reisinger Facilities Maintenance Contract
• Zoning Hearing Board application – 18 E. Jefferson Street
• Authorize Civil Service Commission to advertise for full-time police officers
• Payment of Bills – August: $398,058.81 total

Media Borough Council approved a stormwater management ordinance, a $440,393 police MMO, and several contracts including holiday planters, facilities maintenance, and a ClearGov budget book. They also voted to oppose a zoning variance for 18 E. Jefferson Street and authorized police hiring and promotions. All votes were unanimous except for the zoning opposition (6-1) and the health insurance renewal (6-1 with one abstention).

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1156 stormwater management (unanimous)
• Approved $2,125 holiday planters proposal from Monika Rehoric (unanimous)
• Approved facilities maintenance contract with Reisinger (unanimous)
• Voted to oppose zoning hearing for 18 E. Jefferson Street (6-1)
• Approved change order #2 for Wayfinding project (unanimous)
• Authorized Civil Service Commission to advertise for full-time police officers (unanimous)
• Authorized promotional exams for Sergeant and Lieutenant (unanimous)
• Adopted 2023 MMO for Police at $440,393 (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss and consider a range of items, including an updated stormwater ordinance, a PECO easement, a zoning hearing application, and a mass gathering permit for MACtober Fest. The agenda also includes reports from the borough manager, engineer, solicitor, and mayor, along with committee updates. Several contracts and proposals are up for consideration, such as a facilities maintenance contract and a wayfinding change order.

• Consider updated stormwater ordinance
• Consider Zoning Hearing Application – 18 E. Jefferson Street
• Consider mass gathering permit for MACtober Fest on October 22, 2022 on Jasper Street
• Consider authorizing Civil Service Commission to advertise for full-time police officers
• Consider adoption of 2023 Minimum Municipal Obligation for Police and Non-Uniformed Employees

The Media Borough Council held a workshop meeting on September 1, 2022, discussing various topics including stormwater ordinance amendments, police officer hiring, and park enhancements. No formal votes were taken; all items were discussed or reported on by council members and staff.

• Discussed stormwater ordinance amendments for state-mandated inspections
• Discussed easement request from PECO for stormwater basin on Borough property
• Discussed donation of unused solar panels to a non-profit school
• Discussed enhancements to passive recreation area including pollinator garden and seating
• Discussed new facilities maintenance contract with Reisinger
• Discussed authorizing Civil Service Commission to advertise for full-time police officers and promotion exams
• Discussed mass gathering permit for MACtober Fest on October 22, 2022
• Discussed mass gathering permit for Street Mural Painting Event at Third and N. Jackson Streets

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council is meeting to consider several items, including a proposed settlement involving Broomall Lake Country Club, the promotion of Matthew Egan to Chief of Police, and awarding an MS4 stormwater project. The agenda also includes multiple mass gathering permits for community events, a mid-year budget resolution, and appointments to borough commissions.

• Broomall Lake Country Club proposed settlement
• Promotion of Matthew Egan to Chief of Police and Resolution #2022-45 appointing him as Open Records Officer
• Award MS4 stormwater project (bid opening 8/18/22)
• Motion to advertise Stormwater Management Ordinance
• Payment of bills for July totaling $482,949.32

Council unanimously approved a stipulation agreement settling litigation among the Borough, County, and Broomalls Lake Country Club regarding dam replacement. The settlement lifts the Borough's obligation to reconstruct the dam and includes purchasing a right-of-way for $218,125. Council also awarded a $200,500 stormwater project contract, approved several mass gathering permits, and ratified $482,949.32 in bills.

• Approved stipulation agreement settling dam litigation, including $218,125 payment (unanimous)
• Awarded MS4 stormwater project to JMC Construction for $200,500 (unanimous)
• Authorized solicitor to advertise Stormwater Management Ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #2022-45 appointing Chief Matt Egan as Police Open Records Officer (unanimous)
• Approved amendments to flag flying and banner policy (unanimous)
• Approved mass gathering permits for Media Elementary Block Party, two street mural events, Fall Festival, and Halloween Parade (all unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Kate O'Neill from Recreation Board (unanimous)
• Ratified payment of bills totaling $482,949.32 (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council workshop meeting on August 4, 2022, will discuss reports from the borough manager, engineer, solicitor, and mayor, and consider several action items. These include awarding an MSW stormwater project, amending the stormwater ordinance, appointing a police open records officer, adopting a flag and banner policy, and approving multiple mass gathering permits for community events. The council will also consider the mid-year budget and several appointments.

• Consider awarding MS4 stormwater project (bid opening August 18)
• Stormwater Ordinance Amendments – Inspections
• Consider appointing Lt. Matt Egan as Police Department Open Records Officer
• Consider flag flying and banner policy
• Consider mass gathering permits for Back to School Block Party, Street Mural Painting events, Autumn Food Festival, and Halloween Parade

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission is meeting to finalize a brochure, discuss funding for small tree planting block parties, and consider a tree of the month feature. They will also review resident requests for tree evaluations on specific streets and hear public comment.

• Final review of brochure
• Discussion of budget for small tree planting block parties
• Resident request for tree evaluation: oak on west side of Vernon between Baltimore and Franklin
• Resident request for tree evaluation: maple on north side of 3rd between Manchester and Edgmont

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council is meeting to consider several contract awards for infrastructure projects, including road resurfacing, stormwater improvements, and CDBG-funded work on Orange and State Streets. They will also vote on a zoning variance for 438 E. Franklin Street, a resolution urging state lawmakers to protect abortion rights, and an ordinance banning single-use plastic bags and straws. The agenda includes routine reports and approvals of minutes and permits.

• Award 2022 road resurfacing to MOR Construction Services for $128,765.80
• Award South and Jefferson Streets stormwater project to Albert G. Cippolloni, Inc. for $305,019
• Award CDBG Orange Street project to Lenni Electric Corporation for $131,346
• Award CDBG State Street project to Lenni Electric Corporation for $356,346
• Ordinance No. 1155 of 2022 regulating single-use plastic bags and straws

The Media Borough Council unanimously awarded multiple construction contracts, including the 2022 road resurfacing project to MOR Construction Services for $128,765.80, the South Avenue and Jefferson Street stormwater project to Albert G. Cippolloni, Inc. for $305,019, and CDBG projects on State and Orange Streets to Lenni Electric Corporation for $356,346 and $131,346 respectively. The council also adopted Ordinance No. 1155 banning single-use plastic bags and straws, approved resolutions on abortion rights and stamped asphalt maintenance, and opposed two zoning variances.

• Awarded 2022 road resurfacing to MOR Construction Services for $128,765.80 (unanimous)
• Awarded South Avenue/Jefferson Street stormwater project to Albert G. Cippolloni, Inc. for $305,019 (unanimous)
• Awarded CDBG State Street project to Lenni Electric Corporation for $356,346 (unanimous)
• Awarded CDBG Orange Street project to Lenni Electric Corporation for $131,346 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1155 banning single-use plastic bags and straws (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #2022-43 urging state lawmakers to protect abortion rights (unanimous)
• Opposed zoning variance at 438 E. Franklin Street (unanimous)
• Opposed zoning variance at 18 E. Jefferson Street unless applicant agrees to 8ft addition (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council workshop meeting on July 7, 2022, will consider several contracts and resolutions, including awarding CDBG projects to Lenni Electric Corporation, road resurfacing and stormwater projects, and a resolution urging state lawmakers to protect abortion rights. The council will also discuss zoning variances, mass gathering permits, a plastic bag ordinance, and other administrative items.

• Consider awarding CDBG Orange Street project in the amount of $131,346 to Lenni Electric Corporation
• Consider awarding CDBG State Street project in the amount of $356,346 to Lenni Electric Corporation
• Consider awarding 2022 road resurfacing project (bid opening July 12)
• Consider awarding South and Jefferson Streets stormwater project (bid opening July 5)
• Consider Resolution #2022-xx urging state lawmakers to protect the right to an abortion

The Borough Council workshop meeting on July 7, 2022, was primarily informational, with no formal votes taken. Council discussed upcoming bids for road resurfacing and facility maintenance, and reviewed recommendations for awarding stormwater and CDBG projects. Zoning variances for properties on E. Franklin and E. Jefferson Streets were discussed, with a recommendation to oppose the Franklin Street variance. Council also expressed support for several mass gathering permits and a compost program video.

• Discussed awarding CDBG Orange Street project to Lenni Electric for $131,346 (no vote)
• Discussed awarding CDBG State Street project to Lenni Electric for $356,346 (no vote)
• Discussed zoning variance for 438 E. Franklin Street; recommended Council send Solicitor to oppose (no vote)
• Discussed zoning variance for 18 E. Jefferson Street; Planning Commission recommends not opposing with conditions (no vote)
• Council agreed to mass gathering application for First Baptist Church Vacation Bible School
• Council agreed to move forward with compost program video proposal from Coyopa Productions ($5,000, 90% grant-funded)

Borough Council

The Council meeting includes the swearing-in of new police officers and a Pride Month proclamation. The agenda features several proposals for service contracts and discussions regarding a plastic bag ordinance.

• Proposal from Civic Plus for $30,643 to develop a new Borough website
• Proposal from Phoenix Systems for $24,890 to fix 3 additional cameras
• Proposal from Excel Elevator for $2,245 for a 5-year Full Load Test
• Resolution #2022-42 regarding gun laws
• $10,000 grant agreement with the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission

The Media Borough Council passed Resolution #2022-42 urging state lawmakers to enact stronger gun laws, with a 6-0 vote and one abstention. The council also approved several contracts, including a new borough website, camera repairs, and an elevator load test, and authorized advertising an ordinance to regulate single-use plastic bags and straws.

• Approved Resolution #2022-42 urging stronger gun laws (6-0, Robinson abstained)
• Accepted proposal from Excel Elevator for $2,245 for 5-year load test (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with PA Historical and Museum Commission for records care grant (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #1 for wayfinding project, adding 90 days and $7,000 for medallions (unanimous)
• Accepted proposal from Phoenix Systems for $24,890 to fix 3 cameras (unanimous)
• Authorized mass gathering permit for Memorial Day parade on May 30, 2022 (unanimous)
• Ratified payment of bills totaling $408,383.43 (unanimous)
• Accepted proposal from Civic Plus for $30,643 to develop new borough website (unanimous)

Borough Council

This workshop meeting includes discussions regarding the Police Chief's resignation and several community development items. The council will also consider proposals for camera repairs, a new website, and a plastic bag ordinance.

• Discussion of Police Chief resignation
• Proposal from Phoenix Systems to fix 3 additional cameras
• Consideration of change order for Wayfinding project
• Zoning hearing board application for 438 E. Franklin Street
• Proposal from Civic Plus for new Borough website

The Borough Council discussed the retirement of Police Chief Martin Wusinich and agreed to meet with several consultants to conduct a search for a new chief. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was a workshop with reports and discussions only.

• Agreed to hear presentations from consultants for police chief search
• Discussed plastic bag ordinance with enactment Jan 1, 2023 and enforcement July 1, 2023
• Discussed change order for Wayfinding project, preferring 18-ft illuminated pylon over archway
• Discussed zoning application for 438 E. Franklin, requesting more information

Shade Tree Commission

The Media Shade Tree Commission is meeting to review a brochure, discuss tree monitoring and right-of-way plantings, and address resident requests. They will evaluate several trees in the lower section of Houtman Park and a dead tree at 14 W 4th Street, which has a cable line wrapped around it. Public comment is also on the agenda.

• Brochure review
• Tree monitor list discussion
• Right-of-way planting discussion
• Tree evaluation in lower Houtman Park
• Dead tree between 14 and 16 W 4th Street with cable line wrapped around it

Borough Council

The Borough Council is reviewing several infrastructure proposals, including a $34,500 redesign for the Ridge and Olive Stormwater project. The meeting also includes discussions on authorizing new bids for street projects and drafting an ordinance regarding single-use plastic bags and straws.

• $34,500 proposal from MG Engineering Associates for Ridge and Olive Stormwater redesign
• Authorization to advertise bids for CDBG State Street and Olive and Jefferson Streets stormwater projects
• Resolution #2022-38: Sale of 2005 Kubota to Gamble Township for $15,900
• Resolution #2022-41: Authorization of RACP grant application for Plum Street Mall project
• Drafting an ordinance for the regulation of single-use plastic bags and straws

The Media Borough Council approved multiple contracts and resolutions, including a $34,500 stormwater project redesign, bid advertisements for street and stormwater projects, and bid awards to Ocean Construction for road and sidewalk maintenance. They also authorized drafting a single-use plastic bag and straw ordinance (6-1), approved the sale of a tractor and trash truck, and ratified $402,022.54 in bills.

• Approved $34,500 MG Engineering stormwater redesign for Ridge and N. Olive Streets (unanimous)
• Authorized advertising bids for CDBG State Street lighting/sidewalks and Olive/Jefferson stormwater (unanimous)
• Awarded bids to Ocean Construction for Armory Phase 2, road maintenance, and sidewalk maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved sale of 2005 Kubota tractor to Gamble Township for $15,900 (unanimous)
• Approved sale of Sterling Trash Truck to Philip Swint for $6,551 (unanimous)
• Authorized Solicitor to draft single-use plastic bag/straw ordinance (6-1, Robinson dissenting)
• Approved RACP grant application for Plum Street Mall project (unanimous)
• Ratified payment of bills totaling $402,022.54 (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss and consider several contracts and appointments. Items include stormwater project redesigns, bid awards for road and sidewalk maintenance, a police accreditation service agreement, and a plastic bag ordinance discussion. Public comment is accepted via email.

• Consider MG Engineering Associates proposal for $34,500 to redesign Ridge and Olive Stormwater project
• Consider bid award to Ocean Construction, LLC for Phase 2 of Armory maintenance
• Consider bid award to Ocean Construction, LLC for 2022 roads and highways maintenance
• Consider agreement with Lexipol for PA State Accreditation Service for Police Department
• Discuss Plastic Bag Ordinance

The Media Borough Council workshop meeting on May 5, 2022, was primarily informational, with no formal votes taken. Council members discussed several upcoming actions, including a $34,500 proposal from MG Engineering for the Ridge and Olive stormwater project, authorizing the engineer to advertise for bids for the CBDG State Street and Olive and Jefferson Streets stormwater projects, and a bid award to Ocean Construction for Phase 2 of the Armory project. They also discussed the appointment of Evelyn Blair to fill a vacancy on the Historic Archives Commission and an agreement with Lexipol for police accreditation services.

• Discussed MG Engineering proposal for $34,500 to resign Ridge and Olive stormwater project
• Discussed authorizing engineer to advertise for bids for CBDG State Street and Olive/Jefferson stormwater projects
• Discussed bid award to Ocean Construction for Phase 2 of Armory, roads, and sidewalk maintenance
• Discussed appointment of Evelyn Blair to Historic Archives Commission vacancy
• Discussed agreement with Lexipol for PA State Accreditation Services for Media Police
• Discussed RACP grant application for Plum Street Mall project

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission will discuss the STC brochure and the tree monitor list. The commission will also address a resident request for a tree evaluation at 131 W. 7th Street and a potential issue regarding trees planted near a telephone pole at Front and Lemon.

• Review of STC Brochure
• Tree monitor list update
• Tree evaluation for 131 W. 7th Street
• Inquiry regarding trees planted near a telephone pole at Front and Lemon

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council is meeting to discuss and vote on a range of items, including hiring full-time police officers, authorizing bids for traffic calming projects on Jefferson and Olive Streets, and approving a license agreement for drainage at 111 Manchester Avenue. They will also consider several mass gathering permits for community events, appointments to the Recreation Board, and a resolution to apply for a TCDI grant for a traffic calming feasibility study. The council will also vote on paying March bills totaling $739,640.46 and consider guaranteeing a fire company loan for an ambulance.

• License agreement for 111 Manchester Avenue drainage
• Authorize sale of 2002 trash truck and 2005 tractor on Municibid
• Resolution #2022-33 for TCDI grant application for Jefferson Street Traffic Calming Feasibility Plan
• Hiring of full-time police officers
• Payment of Bills – March totaling $739,640.46

Borough Council

This workshop meeting includes discussions on street improvements, vehicle sales, and various community event permits. Council will also consider new digital communication policies and appointments to the Recreation Board.

• Consider license agreement for 111 Manchester Avenue drainage
• Authorize sale of 2002 trash truck and 2005 tractor via Municibid
• Consider NV5 proposal for Plum Street design and construction inspection
• Permit applications for Media Farmer’s Market, Jasper Street Jam, and Holiday Santa Parade
• Consider advertising bids for Jefferson Street and Olive Street traffic calming projects

At the April 7, 2022 workshop, Council discussed but did not vote on a voter referendum for open space funding, with most members expressing preference for borrowing over a tax increase. They also reviewed bids for road, sidewalk, and Armory Phase 2 projects, all under budget, and discussed several upcoming permits and appointments. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and informational.

• Discussed open space funding; majority opposed referendum, favored borrowing (no vote)
• Reviewed bids for road maintenance, sidewalk maintenance, Armory Phase 2; all under budget
• Agreed to meet with property manager re: parking at 217 W. Baltimore Ave
• Discussed mass gathering permits for Farmer's Market, Spring Fling, Jasper Street Jam, Santa Parade (no votes)
• Discussed appointments of Kate O'Neill, Susan DeVito, Brendan Potash to Recreation Board (no votes)
• Discussed advertising bids for Jefferson and Olive Street traffic calming (no vote)
• Discussed $200,000 loan request to Fire Company for ambulance (no vote)
• Discussed $150,000 NV5 proposal for Plum Street Mall design (no vote)

Borough Council

Media Borough Council is meeting to vote on several resolutions and agreements, including a chicken zoning ordinance, grant applications for park improvements, and multiple mass gathering permits for community events. The council will also consider appointments to various boards and committees, as well as approve payments for February.

• Ordinance No. 1154 of 2022 - Chicken zoning ordinance
• Resolution #2022-30 for DCNR grant application for Heritage Park Entrance
• Resolution #2022-31 for DCNR grant application for Philip Green Park Rehabilitation
• Agreement for $57,260 grant award from the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency for police accreditation
• Payment of Bills – February totaling $502,932.45

The Borough Council voted unanimously to accept a $36,710.57 check from Sunoco for completed work on the Mariner 2 pipeline, keeping the money but setting it aside for a specific line item. The council also approved several resolutions, including emergency stormwater repairs, appointments, and a new ordinance regulating chicken structures. A motion to enter a compost agreement with Kitchen Harvest passed 4-1, with Councilperson Robinson dissenting.

• Accepted Sunoco's $36,710.57 check for Mariner 2 pipeline work, funds set aside (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #2022-26 for emergency stormwater repairs on N. Olive Street (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1154 regulating chicken structures (unanimous)
• Approved $20,325 agreement with Keystone Digital Imaging for Phase 2 scanning project (unanimous)
• Approved mass gathering permits for Dining under the Stars, Jasper Street Jam, and Media Girl's Softball opening day (unanimous)
• Appointed John Cunningham to Zoning Hearing Board and Robin Lasersohn to EAC (4-1 each)
• Ratified grant applications for DCNR for Heritage Park entrance and Philip Green Park Rehabilitation (unanimous)
• Approved compost agreement with Kitchen Harvest (4-1, Robinson dissenting)

Borough Council

This workshop meeting includes discussions on various committee reports and potential projects. Council will consider mass gathering permits for local events and several board appointments.

• Consider $57,260 grant agreement for police accreditation consultant
• Consider Sunoco Pipeline check for $36,710.57 regarding Mariner East 2 work
• Mass gathering permit for Dining under the Stars (May 4 – Sept 28, 2022)
• Mass gathering permit for Jasper Street Jam Music and Food Festival (June 4, 2022)
• Consider chicken zoning ordinance

The Media Borough Council held a workshop meeting on March 3, 2022, with no formal votes taken. Residents raised concerns about tree clear-cutting and the lack of a tree removal policy, prompting discussion about updating the Shade Tree ordinance. The Council expressed support for several items, including accepting a $36,710.57 check from Sunoco for pipeline work, with a sense to set aside the funds for a specific line item, and for grant applications for park projects. Appointments to boards and committees were discussed, including Robin Lasersohn to the EAC and John Cunningham to the Zoning Hearing Board, but no formal action was taken.

• Discussed tree removal concerns and potential Shade Tree ordinance update (no action)
• Sense of Council to keep Sunoco's $36,710.57 check and set aside for a specific line item
• Sense of Council in favor of DCNR grant application for Heritage Park entrance
• Sense of Council in favor of DCNR grant application for Philip Green Park Rehabilitation
• Sense of Council in favor of grant extension for accessible pedestrian signals
• Sense of Council in favor of grant extension for 902 recycling education
• Discussed appointments to EAC, Zoning Hearing Board, and HARB (no formal action)

Shade Tree Commission

The Media Shade Tree Commission is meeting to review and accept minutes, discuss sidewalks, and consider the Shade Tree ordinance. The agenda also includes a resident request for a tree evaluation and a ride-around, plus public comment. No decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Sidewalk discussion
• Shade Tree ordinance
• Resident request/Tree Evaluation/Ride around
• Oak on Church Street
• Public comment

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council is meeting to consider several contracts, bid advertisements, and a zoning ordinance. Key items include approving an EV charging station agreement, authorizing bids for road and stormwater projects, and advancing a chicken zoning ordinance for public hearing. The council will also vote on various service contracts and appointments.

• Approval of service agreement with Blink for EV charging station at Firehouse
• Authorize advertisement of bids for roads and highway maintenance contract
• Authorize advertisement of bids for South Olive Street and Jefferson Street stormwater project
• Approval of change order in the amount of $3,230 to Albert Cipolloni & Sons, Inc. for Heritage Park
• Authorize submitting chicken zoning ordinance to Borough and County Planning Commissions

The Media Borough Council approved several routine items, including service agreements, bid advertisements, contracts, and permits. Notable actions included approving a service agreement with Blink for an EV charging station, authorizing bids for road, sidewalk, and stormwater projects, and approving a change order for Heritage Park. The council also accepted a resignation from the Media Business Authority and approved a resolution for the sale of a 2003 Ford Explorer.

• Approved Blink EV charging station service agreement (unanimous)
• Authorized advertisement of bids for road and highway maintenance (unanimous)
• Authorized advertisement of bids for Phase 2 Armory maintenance (unanimous)
• Authorized advertisement of bids for sidewalk maintenance (unanimous)
• Authorized advertisement of bids for South Olive and Jefferson Street stormwater project (unanimous)
• Approved $3,230 change order to Albert Cipolloni & Sons for Heritage Park (unanimous)
• Approved salt contract for Aug 2022-Jul 2023 season (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #2022-24 for sale of 2003 Ford Explorer (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss and consider various administrative and operational items. The main agenda item is a presentation on a hybrid form-based zoning project. Other items include potential contracts, bid advertisements, and appointments.

• Consider service agreement with Blink for EV charging station at Firehouse
• Consider advertisement of bids for Roads and Highway maintenance contract
• Consider advertisement of bids for Armory maintenance (phase 2)
• Consider Resolution #2022-xx – sale of re-listed vehicle on Municibid
• Consider submitting Chicken zoning ordinance to Borough and County Planning Commissions

The Borough Council held a workshop meeting with no formal votes. Council expressed support for sending the ordinance regulating chicken structures to the Borough and County Planning Commissions for review. Various reports were given on fire personnel interviews, road maintenance bids, and other administrative items.

• Council agreed to forward chicken ordinance to planning commissions
• Noted service agreement with Blink for EV charging station at fire house
• Noted change order for Heritage Park in amount of $3,000
• Noted rebidding for Orange Street light project
• Noted resolution for sale of re-listed vehicle on Municibid
• Noted renewal agreement with Brandywine Vet Hospital for stray dogs
• Noted mass gathering permit for Media 5 Mile Race on June 17
• Noted mass gathering permit for street mural at 3rd and Monroe Streets

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council is meeting to decide on several items, including applying for county funds for road milling and resurfacing, authorizing bids for the 2022 road program, ratifying a union agreement to fix a wage error, hiring a part-time police turnkey, and acting on zoning and subdivision applications. They will also consider an ordinance adopting annual traffic amendments and approve December bill payments totaling $662,791.04.

• Resolution #2022-21: application for County Liquid Fuel Tax funds for milling and resurfacing of various streets
• Authorize advertisement of bids for 2022 Road Resurfacing Program
• Ratify MOU with SEIU to fix wage rate error for General Maintenance Worker position
• Reverse subdivision application for 414 S. Olive and zoning application for 35 E. State Street
• Ordinance No. 1153 of 2022: adoption of annual traffic ordinance amendments

The Media Borough Council approved several resolutions and motions, including applying for county liquid fuel tax funds for road milling and resurfacing, authorizing bid advertisements for the 2022 Road Resurfacing Program, ratifying a union MOU correcting a wage error, hiring a part-time police turnkey, approving a reverse subdivision at 414 S. Olive Street, and adopting the annual traffic ordinance amendments. All votes were unanimous. The council also noted a $350,000 budget surplus for 2021 and discussed a potential property purchase in executive session.

• Approved Resolution #2022-21 for County Liquid Fuel Tax Funds application (unanimous)
• Authorized advertisement of bids for 2022 Road Resurfacing Program (unanimous)
• Ratified SEIU MOU correcting wage rate error (unanimous)
• Hired Fred Mason as part-time police turnkey (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #2022-22 for CMAQ reimbursement agreement (unanimous)
• Authorized letter to rescind PennDot wayfinding grant crosswalk portion, saving $10,000 (unanimous)
• Approved reverse subdivision for 414 S. Olive Street (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1153 annual traffic ordinance amendments (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including road resurfacing projects, a vehicle sale, a union agreement, and various property and zoning matters. The agenda includes reports from the borough manager, engineer, solicitor, and mayor, as well as committee reports. Public comment is being accepted via email.

• Resolution for County Liquid Fuel Tax Funds for street milling and resurfacing
• Authorizing advertisement of bids for 2022 Road Resurfacing Program
• Resolution to sell a vehicle on Municibid
• MOU with SEIU to fix wage rate error for General Maintenance Worker
• 414 S. Olive Street reverse subdivision and 35 E. State Street zoning application

The Borough Council tabled a proposal to add an open space referendum to the Spring 2022 primary ballot, deciding to wait until the Open Space plan is reviewed. Council discussed several potential actions, including applying for County Liquid Fuel Tax Funds for road resurfacing, authorizing bid advertisements for the 2022 Road Resurfacing Program, and approving a wage rate correction MOU with SEIU. No formal votes were taken on these items; the meeting was a workshop session.

• Tabled open space referendum until Open Space plan review
• Sense of Council to proceed with SEIU wage rate correction MOU
• Discussed applying for County Liquid Fuel Tax Funds for road resurfacing
• Discussed authorizing bid advertisements for 2022 Road Resurfacing Program
• Discussed authorizing CMAQ reimbursement agreement signatures
• Discussed rescinding PennDot grant for wayfinding crosswalk to save $10,000
• Discussed 414 S. Olive Street reverse subdivision application
• Discussed 35 E. State Street optometry office special exception application

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council is holding its annual reorganization meeting, where newly elected officials take the oath of office and the council appoints borough officers, sets meeting dates, and reappoints members to various boards and commissions. The agenda is largely procedural, consisting of appointments and reappointments.

• Oath of office for Mayor Robert McMahon, Councilpersons Kevin Boyer, Mark Paikoff, Elizabeth Romaine, Joi Washington, and Tax Collector Katey McVerry
• Resolution #2022-01 through #2022-07: appointments of Borough Treasurer, Solicitor, Engineer, Manager/Secretary, Open Records Officers, and Code Enforcement/Zoning Officer/Fire Marshal/Emergency Management Coordinator
• Motion to approve bonding of Treasurer and Tax Collector; depository of funds at Bryn Mawr Trust
• Reappointments to Board of Health, ICC/Life Safety Appeals Board, Vacancy Board, Media Business Authority, Planning Commission, and Recreation Board
• Public comment period

The Borough Council held its reorganization meeting, swearing in four council members and the tax collector, electing Brian Hall as Council President, Elizabeth Romaine as Vice President, and Kevin Boyer as President Pro Tem. The council unanimously approved resolutions appointing the borough treasurer, solicitor, engineer, manager/secretary, open records officers, and other officials, as well as reappointing members to various boards and commissions. All decisions were unanimous.

• Elected Brian Hall as Council President (unanimous)
• Elected Elizabeth Romaine as Vice President (unanimous)
• Elected Kevin Boyer as President Pro Tem (unanimous)
• Appointed Brian Taussig-Lux as Borough Treasurer (Resolution 2022-01, unanimous)
• Appointed Robert Scott as Borough Solicitor (Resolution 2022-02, unanimous)
• Appointed Kevin Matson as primary engineer (Resolution 2022-03, unanimous)
• Appointed Brittany Forman as Borough Manager/Secretary (Resolution 2022-04, unanimous)
• Reappointed members to Board of Health, ICC/Life Safety Appeals Board, Media Business Authority, Planning Commission, Recreation Board, and Vacancy Board (Resolutions 2022-08 through 2022-20, all unanimous)