Media public meetings in 2024

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council will vote on the final FY 2025 budgets and a resolution setting the 2025 millage rate. Other decisions include adoption of an affordable housing strategy, approval of multiple towing contracts, and renewal of a digital communications contract at $3,500 per month. The meeting also includes presentations, reports, and a public comment period.

• Adoption of Final FY 2025 General, Capital, Liquid Fuels and Recreation budgets
• Resolution #2024-56 setting the 2025 Millage Rate
• Adoption of the Media Borough affordable housing strategy
• Renewal of one-year proposal from Dandelions Digital for 2025 Borough digital communications at $3,500/month
• Tow contracts with Delco Towing, Lamperts Garage, and Luongo’s Towing

The Media Borough Council unanimously approved the 2025 final operating, capital, liquid fuels, and recreation budgets, along with a 2.00% millage rate for 2025. They also adopted the Affordable Housing Strategy, approved a one-year digital communication services contract with Dandelions Digital at $3,500 per month, and ratified November bills totaling $476,470.15. All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved 2025 millage rate at 2.00% (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Final General, Capital, Liquid Fuels and Recreation budgets (unanimous)
• Approved 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan (unanimous)
• Approved one-year renewal for digital communication services with Dandelions Digital at $3,500/month (unanimous)
• Adopted Affordable Housing Strategy (unanimous)
• Approved proposal from FHI for Comprehensive Plan services (unanimous)
• Approved towing contracts with Delco Towing, Lamperts garage, and Luongo's Towing (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Suzanne Earnest as Administrative Specialist (unanimous)

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee will meet to conduct a Comprehensive Plan interview. The body will also discuss mobile vending.

• Comprehensive Plan Interview
• Mobile Vending

Transportation Committee

The Media Transportation Committee is meeting to discuss business parking concerns, an update on the Third Street Project, and a Traffic Calming Awareness Campaign. The committee will hear updates and possibly take action on these items.

• Business parking concerns
• Third Street Project update
• Traffic Calming Awareness Campaign

Borough Council

At this workshop meeting, Media Borough Council will receive a budget presentation and consider several financial items, including setting the 2025 millage rate, adopting the final 2025 General, Capital, Liquid Fuels, and Recreation budgets, and adopting the Capital Improvement Plan. The council will also vote on a resolution to set the 2025 millage rate, an ordinance setting the Tax Collector salary at $10,000 per year, and renewal of a one-year digital communications proposal from Dandelions Digital for $3,500 per month. Other actions include consideration of towing contracts with four companies, hiring an Administrative Specialist, and adopting the Media Borough affordable housing strategy.

• Consider Resolution #2024-xx setting the 2025 Millage Rate
• Consider adoption of the Final 2025 General, Capital, Liquid Fuels and Recreation budgets
• Consider renewal of a one-year proposal from Dandelions Digital for 2025 Borough digital communications at $3,500 per month
• Consider Ordinance setting the Tax Collector Salary at $10,000 per year
• Consider Tow Contracts with Keys Towing, Delco Towing, Lamperts Garage, and Luongo’s Towing

The Borough Council held a workshop meeting to review the 2025 final operating, capital, liquid fuels, and recreation budgets. The budget includes no property tax or parking meter increases, but notes a decrease in Act 511 taxes due to nearby municipalities enacting Earned Income Taxes. Council agreed to sell stock from Principal Financial Group, set the Tax Collector's salary at $10,000 effective January 1, 2026, and will vote on the final budget and capital improvement plan at the legislative meeting.

• Reviewed 2025 final budget with no property tax or parking meter increases
• Agreed to sell Principal Financial Group stock and ratify at legislative meeting
• Set Tax Collector's salary at $10,000 effective January 1, 2026
• Discussed renewal of Dandelions Digital proposal at $3,500 per month
• Agreed to interview one firm for Comprehensive Plan RFP
• Noted hiring of Administrative Specialist effective January 2, 2025
• Discussed pension transfer settlement agreement for non-uniformed pension plan

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission will hold a regular meeting. They will continue discussion of a tree ordinance, with questions for Orsi. A resident request for tree evaluation and a ride around is also on the agenda.

• Continued discussion of tree ordinance with questions for Orsi
• Resident request for tree evaluation and ride around
• Public comment period

Recreation Board

The Recreation Board will consider minutes, committee updates, and budget balance. Old business includes a holiday decorating contest, Cocoa with the Clauses, Winter Solstice, and the 2025 core event calendar. New business covers 2025 board positions, 2024 balance/spending, and Winterfest/I Heart Media Day. Monthly happenings such as Game Night and Maker Night are also noted.

• Holiday Decorating Contest
• Cocoa with the Clauses
• Winter Solstice event
• 2025 Core Event Calendar
• Winterfest / I Heart Media Day

Community Development Committee

The Public Safety Committee will hold a regular meeting with public comment, reports from the Police and Fire Departments, and discussion of mass gathering permits and towing contracts. The Police Department report includes updates on body cameras and street cameras, as well as a Civil Service Committee update regarding member resignations.

• Public comment period
• Discussion of mass gathering permits
• Police Department report including body camera/street camera updates and Civil Service Committee resignations
• Fire Department chief's report
• Discussion of towing contracts

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will meet to discuss mass gathering permits and receive reports from the Mayor, Police Department, and Fire Department. The body will also address towing contracts and police department updates.

• Mass gathering permits
• Body camera and street camera updates
• Civil Service Committee member resignations
• Towing contracts

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council will hold its regular meeting on November 21, 2024. They are scheduled to adopt the 2025 preliminary budgets for General, Capital, Liquid Fuels, and Recreations funds. The council will also consider Ordinance 1168 restricting gas-powered leaf blowers, ratify several grant applications, and approve a pay study for $10,320. Other items include a change order for Philip Green Park, a contract renewal for stray dog boarding, and a mass gathering permit for the New Year's Eve ball drop.

• Adoption of 2025 preliminary budgets (General Fund $1,724,840.72, Capital $391,271.23, etc.)
• Ordinance 1168 of 2024 restricting gas-powered leaf blowers
• Ratify grant applications: Main Street Matter grants (Plum Street South planning, State Street District decorative lights), Local Share Account grants (pedestrian safety, ambulance purchase)
• Approval of pay study with Hess Associates for $10,320
• Ratify change order for Philip Green Park

Environmental Advisory Council

The Environmental Advisory Council will discuss updates on Bee City, Bird Town, leaf blower and idling surveys, and a kudzu memorandum. Under zero waste, members will review Earth Day plans, the Green Neighbor program, Pay-As-You-Throw options, and a possible styrofoam ordinance. Transportation and energy updates include bicycle and EV infrastructure and revisiting the Ready for 100 resolution. No votes or decisions are scheduled; all items are informational.

• Pay-As-You-Throw program update
• Styrofoam ordinance update
• Ready for 100 resolution revisit
• Leaf blower and idling survey
• Electric vehicle infrastructure update

Shade Tree Commission

The Media Shade Tree Commission will meet to continue discussion on the tree ordinance and explore grant writing opportunities. The commission will also review Arbor Day plans and hear public comment. Resident tree evaluations are suspended until spring.

• Continued discussion of the Tree Ordinance
• Grant writing document and possible projects review
• Arbor Day planning
• Public comment period
• Tree evaluations suspended until spring

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee is meeting to discuss traffic calming measures and signal updates. The agenda focuses on specific intersections and general announcements regarding traffic management.

• Traffic calming at Front and Monroe
• Update on Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon at 5th Street and Providence Road
• Traffic calming announcement

Recreation Board

The Media Recreation Board will review old business including the Holiday Decorating Contest and Cocoa with the Clauses, and consider new business such as the proposed Tree of Peace, the 2025 Core Event Calendar, and board positions for next year. A budget balance update is also on the agenda.

• Holiday Decorating Contest
• Cocoa with the Clauses
• Winter Solstice event
• Proposed Tree of Peace
• 2025 Core Event Calendar and Game Nights

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss and potentially advance several items, including adoption of preliminary 2025 budgets for General, Capital, Liquid Fuels, and Recreation funds. Other notable discussions include a proposed ordinance banning gas-powered leaf blowers, an affordable housing strategy, and grant applications for Main Street and Local Share Account projects.

• Consider adoption of preliminary 2025 General, Capital, Liquid Fuels and Recreation budgets
• Consider Ordinance 1168 of 2024 restricting gas-powered leaf blowers
• Consider adopting the affordable housing strategy
• Discuss Main Street Matter grant application and Local Share Account grant application
• Consider Philip Green Park change order and agreement with County of Delaware for use of Orange Street parking lot

Borough Council

This is a workshop meeting of the Media Borough Council. The council will consider adopting the preliminary 2026 budgets and discuss several proposed ordinances, including a residential parking program, grease trap regulation, and a ban on polystyrene in plastic bags. Other items include contract renewals and permits for community events.

• Consider adoption of preliminary 2026 General, Capital, Liquid Fuels, and Recreation budgets
• Consider Ordinance for Residential Parking Program
• Consider Ordinance regulating grease traps
• Consider Ordinance amending plastic bag ordinance to ban polystyrene
• Consider annual renewal of Clear Gov service: $5,500 (2026), $6,695 (2027), $6,895.85 (2028)

Public Safety Committee

The Media Public Safety Committee will discuss mass gathering permits, receive police and fire reports including body camera/street camera updates, and address the resignation of current Civil Service Committee members. Additional concerns include towing contracts and a stray contract.

• Mass gathering permits
• Police body camera and street camera updates
• Resignation of Civil Service Committee members
• Towing contracts
• Stray contract

Zoning Hearing Board

The Zoning Hearing Board will consider a request from Cheryl Thach to increase the height of a fence. The applicant is seeking a variance to replace sections of a four-foot-tall fence with six-foot-tall sections along the Providence Road frontage.

• Variance request for 300 Meetinghouse Lane to install a six-foot-tall fence

Properties and Public Works Committee

The Properties and Public Works Committee will meet to discuss an update on the Ridge Road Stormwater Project, consider a resolution for the Mainstreet Matters Grant, and review a change order for the Philip Green Park Project. No decisions are indicated on the agenda.

• Ridge Road Stormwater Project Update
• Mainstreet Matters Grant Resolution
• Change Order – Philip Green Park Project

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council will meet to consider several action items including the approval of the 2024 Road Program bid, a unified fee schedule, a speed bump pilot program, and the promotion of a new police chief. The agenda also includes reports from officials, public comment, and multiple mass gathering permit applications.

• Accept bid for 2024 Road Program from A.F. Damon Company, Inc. for $118,906.80
• Resolution #2024-50 establishing a unified fee schedule
• Approval of Speed Bump Pilot Program
• Promotion of Lt. John McCormick to Police Chief effective November 1, 2024
• Authorize solicitor to amend and readvertise gas-powered leaf blower ordinance

Environmental Advisory Council

The Media Environmental Advisory Council will hold a regular meeting with updates on ongoing initiatives including a Styrofoam ordinance, the Ready for 100 resolution, and bee and bird community programs. The agenda also covers zero-waste efforts, transportation projects, and energy-related items. No formal votes or new proposals are noted; the meeting is primarily for reports and discussion.

• Styrofoam Ordinance Update
• Ready For 100 Resolution Revisit?
• Leaf Blower & Idling Updates
• Bicycle Friendly Community Update
• Week Without Driving Challenge Report

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will review the early concept design for the Third Street Bridge. The body will also discuss a parking request from Bryn Mawr Running Company and a traffic calming awareness campaign.

• Third Street Bridge Early Concept Design
• Bryn Mawr Running Company parking request on Front/Jackson
• Traffic Calming Awareness Campaign

Recreation Board

The Recreation Board is meeting to review September events and coordinate upcoming seasonal activities. Members will discuss the Senior Luncheon, Pumpkin Palooza, and the Halloween Parade. The board also needs to reschedule the November meeting due to election day.

• Review of September events: Volleyball, Rec @DUTS, Porchfest, Yard Sales, and Movie Night
• Planning for Senior Luncheon menu and representatives
• Updates on Pumpkin Palooza and Pet Event committees
• Coordination of the Halloween Parade
• Planning for Holiday Decorating Contest and Cocoa w/ Clauses

Borough Council

The Borough Council will meet to discuss several ordinances, including a unified fee schedule and restrictions on gas-powered leaf blowers. The body will also consider a settlement for 405 Pearl Street and the promotion of Lt. John McCormick to Police Chief.

• Ordinance 1168 of 2024 regarding restrictions on gas powered leaf blowers
• Resolution #2024-xx to establish a unified fee schedule
• Zoning variance for 300 Meetinghouse Lane and settlement agreement for 405 Pearl Street
• Promotion of Lt. John McCormick to Police Chief
• Complimentary parking request for Baltimore Avenue garage from Nov 22, 2024 to Jan 1, 2025

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission is meeting to discuss the drafting of a proposed ordinance and the use of informative signs regarding the benefits of shade trees. The body will also review specific tree evaluation and removal requests from residents.

• Drafting of a proposed ordinance
• Tree root cutting at Campbell AME Church
• Sidewalk issue at 417 N Orange Street
• Removal/replacement requests at 30 W 3rd Street
• Removal request at 20-22 Veterans Square

Planning Commission

The Media Borough Planning Commission will meet to review zoning applications and accept previous meeting minutes. The primary item for consideration is a request for a zoning relief regarding a residential fence.

• Zoning application for 300 Meetinghouse Lane to install a 6 ft fence in a front yard setback that allows a maximum of 4 ft

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will hear from the police and fire departments, including updates on body and street cameras and a follow-up on a DCED report. A temporary speedbump policy is also up for discussion. The meeting includes a mass gathering permit for a Phillies rally bus.

• Discussion of mass gathering permit for Phillies Rally Bus
• Police body camera and street camera updates
• Civil Service Committee update
• DCED report follow-up from Fire Department
• Temporary speedbump policy discussion

Properties and Public Works Committee

The Properties and Public Works Committee will discuss three items: electric vehicle charging stations, a bench donation on North Plum Street, and planned capital items for Barrall Field. No decisions are scheduled; all items are for discussion only.

• Discuss EV charging stations
• North Plum Street bench donation
• Planned capital items for Barrall Field

Community Development Committee

The Media Community Development Committee will hold a discussion meeting covering an update on the comprehensive plan request for proposals, the introduction of zoning permits as a concept, affordable housing strategies, and next steps regarding leaf blower regulations. The agenda does not indicate any votes or decisions; all items are for discussion only.

• Update on comprehensive plan RFP
• Introduction of zoning permits concept
• Discussion of affordable housing
• Discussion of next steps regarding leaf blowers

Borough Council

The borough council will vote on Ordinance 1168 restricting gas-powered leaf blowers, authorize bids for the 2025 Road Program, and consider vacating an alley from E. Second to Emerald Street. Other business includes approving a Carriage House lease with the Media Youth Center, agreements for CDBG-funded street and curb ramp projects, and an update on the police chief hiring process.

• Ordinance 1168 restricting gas-powered leaf blowers
• Ordinance to vacate alley from E. Second Street to Emerald Street
• Authorization of bids for the 2025 Road Program
• Agreement with Delaware County for CDBG South Lemon Street Improvement and ADA Curb Cut Ramp projects
• Approval of Carriage House lease (second floor) with Media Youth Center

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss several financial matters including a pension fund update from Marquette Associates, a unified fee schedule with proposed fee increases, and the 2025 preliminary budget. They will also review budgeting for Minshall House, earned income tax updates, and August 2024 financial statements. No final decisions are expected at this committee meeting.

• Pension Funds Update – Marquette Associates
• Unified Fee Schedule and Proposed Fee Increases
• 2025 Preliminary Budget
• Budgeting for Minshall House Revenues & Expenses
• Earned Income Tax Updates

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will receive a presentation from Barbacane on the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and audit, and will review the May 2025 financial statements. No decisions are expected; the agenda is limited to these financial updates and old business.

• Presentation by Barbacane on the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and Financial Statement Audit
• Review of May 2025 Financial Statements

Transportation Committee

The Media Borough Transportation Committee will discuss updates on N. Olive Street traffic calming planters, review proposed 2025 capital projects, evaluate the residential parking program, consider parking on the 100 block of N. Jackson Street, and discuss participation in the Week without Driving Challenge. Items are under discussion and may lead to recommendations.

• Update on N. Olive Street traffic calming planters
• Review of 2025 capital projects (no dollar amounts specified)
• Residential parking program review
• Parking on the 100 block of N. Jackson Street
• Discussion of Week without Driving Challenge

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss and potentially decide on several items, including agreements for community development block grant projects, a zoning application, and financial obligations for police and non-uniformed employees. The agenda also includes a proposed amendment to the Open Records Policy, a lease for the Media Youth Center, and a mass gathering permit for the Halloween parade. No final votes are expected at this workshop; decisions may be made at a future meeting.

• Consider agreement with Delaware County for CDBG South Lemon Street Improvement Project
• Consider agreement with Delaware County for CDBG ADA curb cut ramp project
• Consider 133 E. Third Street zoning application
• Consider 2025 Minimum Municipal Obligation for Police and Non-Uniformed employees
• Consider Media Youth Center Lease for Carriage House

The Borough Council gave approval to advertise for bids for the 2024 Road Program and to put Phillip Green Park out to bid. The council also discussed several items, including a proposed lease for the Media Youth Center, a license agreement for MAC office space, and a zoning application for 133 E. Third Street that was tabled by the Planning Commission. No formal votes were taken on these items during the workshop.

• Approved advertising for bids for the 2024 Road Program
• Approved putting Phillip Green Park out to bid

Recreation Board

The Recreation Board will review the current budget balance, recap past events (Volleyball Night, Rock Garden), and discuss upcoming activities including Porchfest, Senior Luncheon, Pumpkin Palooza, and several new events. New business includes planning a Hocus Pocus outdoor movie night, Halloween parade, November pet event, and initial discussions for 2025 events.

• Budget balance update
• Porchfest & Yard Sale discussion
• Senior Luncheon update
• Pumpkin Palooza planning
• Hocus Pocus Outdoor Movie Night and Halloween Parade Boo Crew

Properties and Public Works Committee

The committee will meet to review projects for the 2025 Capital Improvement Program. Members will also discuss a lease agreement for the Media Youth Center and a request for office space from the MAC.

• 2025 CIP Projects
• Media Youth Center Lease Agreement
• MAC request for office space

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee will meet to address specific property issues and project updates. The body is reviewing a zoning matter and a maintenance concern.

• Zoning matter for 133 E. Third street
• Property maintenance for 606 Allen Lane
• Update on Plum Street

Borough Council

Media Borough Council will meet on August 15, 2024 to vote on resolutions, ordinances, and contracts. Key items include a PennDot reimbursement agreement for the Third Street Bridge project, a new ordinance restricting gas-powered leaf blowers, and a subdivision application for 453 E. Franklin Street. The council will also consider multiple mass gathering permits and adopt a social media policy for employees and officials.

• Resolution #2024-45: Signing authority and Supplemental General Reimbursement Agreement with PennDot for Third Street Bridge project
• Authorization to draft ordinance placing a time restriction on gas-powered leaf blowers
• Resolution #2024-47: Preliminary/Final subdivision/land development application for 453 E. Franklin Street
• Proposal for keypad installation by Phoenix Security Systems not to exceed $8,930
• Payment of bills totaling $357,836.31 across General, Recreation, and Capital funds

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss several financial matters including July financial statements, school earned income tax considerations, and the 2025 pension plan minimum municipal obligations. They will also review the final 2023 financial statement audit and budgeting for Minshall House revenues and expenses.

• July Financial Statements
• School Earned Income Tax Considerations
• 2025 Pension Plan Minimum Municipal Obligations (MMOs)
• 2023 Financial Statement Audit – Final
• Budgeting for Minshall House Revenues and Expenses

Transportation Committee

The Media Transportation Committee will discuss an update on the Residential Parking Program, a reimbursement agreement for Third Street, and a request to reduce the parking time limit from 8 hours to 3 hours on the unit block of North Jackson Street (Front to Emerald). The parking amendment is a concrete change that would affect nearby residents and visitors.

• Residential Parking Program update
• Third Street Reimbursement Agreement
• Request to amend parking from 8-hour to 3-hour on unit block of N. Jackson St. (Front to Emerald)

Planning Commission

The Media Borough Planning Commission will meet to discuss a land development application. The primary item is a proposal to subdivide a property into three lots for residential construction.

• Subdivision application for 453 E Franklin St to create three lots for two semi-detached and one detached single-family dwelling

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission will welcome new members and discuss potential involvement in plantings at Phillip Green Park. The commission will also evaluate multiple resident requests for tree removal, health evaluations, and trimming at several locations. No binding votes are anticipated; all items are up for discussion and public comment.

• Discussion of plantings at Phillip Green Park
• 328 E. Front Street: sidewalk replacement with root grinding issue
• 430 E. Jefferson St: removal request due to rotten tree and sidewalk repair
• 800 N. Jackson St (on 8th by driveway): removal request
• 331 E. 3rd St: removal request after limb fell on car

Borough Council

The Borough Council will discuss a subdivision application for 453 E. Franklin Street and a reimbursement agreement with PennDot for the Third Street Bridge Project. The body is also reviewing multiple mass gathering permits for events on State Street and Edgmont Street. Additional items include a proposed social media policy for employees and officials.

• Subdivision/land development application for 453 E. Franklin Street
• Supplemental reimbursement agreement with PennDot for the Third Street Bridge Project
• Ordinance establishing a process for liquor license transfer hearings
• Mass gathering permits for State Street Pub, Media Elementary, and 2nd Baptist Church
• Request for Proposal (RFP) for a Comprehensive Plan services consultant

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee of Media, PA will meet on July 25, 2024, to discuss mass gathering permits for several events, including Faith and Blue, State Street Pub events, Media Elementary Block Party, and Lunar New Year Lion Dance. The agenda also includes reports from the police department on body cameras and street cameras, and from the fire department on EMS status. Additional concerns involve a speed bump request on the 400 block of E. Jasper Street, a speed bump policy discussion, and casino games in convenience stores.

• Mass gathering permits for Faith and Blue (Oct 11), State Street Pub (Sep 14, Oct 26, Nov 4, Dec 14), Media Elementary Back to School Block Party (Sep 20), and Lunar New Year Lion Dance (Feb 1, 2025).
• Police department report including body camera/street camera updates and Civil Service Committee update.
• Fire department report on EMS status and potential solutions.
• Request for a speed bump on the 400 block of E. Jasper Street and discussion of speed bump policy.
• Concern about casino games in convenience stores.

Properties and Public Works Committee

The Properties and Public Works Committee will meet to discuss equipment installations and signage. The body will also review a license agreement with First Things First (AA).

• Keypad installations
• Farmer’s Market signage
• License agreement for First Things First (AA)

Community Development Committee

The Media Community Development Committee will meet to discuss several items including a proposed Land Bank Ordinance, a Mural Arts Policy, and the regulation of skill games in convenience stores. The committee will also receive updates on Plum Street and consider authorization of a Request for Proposals for the Comprehensive Plan.

• Land Bank Ordinance discussion
• Mural Arts Policy review
• Gas blowers discussion
• Skill games in convenience stores
• Comp Plan RFP authorization

Environmental Advisory Council

The Environmental Advisory Council will meet to review updates on local ordinances and sustainability initiatives. Discussions include air quality, waste reduction, and energy infrastructure.

• Styrofoam Ordinance update
• Leaf blower and idling updates
• Bird Town Lights Out Resolution
• Electronic Vehicle Infrastructure update
• Community Choice Aggregation update

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council will consider mid-year budget adjustments, approve finance policies for petty cash and change funds, and review a proposal for a traffic calming circle at Jefferson and Edgmont streets. The agenda also includes authorizing an ordinance for hearing rules on intermunicipal liquor license applications and applying for state funding for State Street safety improvements. Public comment is accepted via email.

• Resolution #2024-44: Mid-year budget adjustments
• Proposal from A. Gargiule and Sons for Jefferson and Edgmont traffic calming circle at $22,000
• Resolution #2024-43: Authorize application for DCED MTF funding for State Street District safety improvements
• Adoption of Finance Policy #F-15 establishing petty cash funds ($50 and $200) and #F-16 establishing change funds ($25, $50, $100)
• Approval of engagement letter with Rudolph Clark, LLC for Zoning Hearing Board legal services

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss the June financial statements and a mid-year budget update. No decisions are expected on other items; the agenda is limited to these routine financial reviews.

• June Financial Statements
• Mid-year Budget Update

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will review a proposal from A. Gargiule and Sons regarding the Jefferson and Edgmont Traffic circle. The meeting also includes discussions on traffic issues at E. Franklin Street and next steps for the Residential Parking Program.

• A. Gargiule and Sons proposal for Jefferson and Edgmont Traffic circle
• Stop sign request at 7th and Jackson Streets
• Traffic issues at E. Franklin Street
• Residential Parking Program next steps
• DCED MTF application for State Street District safety improvements

Planning Commission

The Media Borough Planning Commission will review the June 2024 meeting minutes and the current agenda. The commission will also consider a subdivision application for 453 E Franklin St. This proposal involves creating three separate lots for two semi-detached and one detached single-family dwelling.

• Subdivision application for 453 E Franklin St to create three residential lots
• Review and acceptance of June 2024 meeting minutes

Recreation Board

The Recreation Board is reviewing upcoming summer events including the Fourth of July and Outdoor Movie Night. The board will also discuss several items such as Kickball/Volleyball, a Rock Garden, and the September 21 Porchfest & Yard Sale.

• Review of Fourth of July and Outdoor Movie Night
• Discussion on Kickball/Volleyball
• Planning for Porchfest & Yard Sale on Sept 21
• Discussion regarding a Rock Garden
• Discussion regarding an Annual Senior Luncheon

Zoning Hearing Board

The Media Borough Zoning Hearing Board will review an application for 819 N. Olive Street. The request involves changes to building coverage ratios, rear yard setbacks, and parking space placement.

• Increase building coverage from 18% to 21.4% on a 6,977 square foot lot
• Expand nonconforming rear yard setback from 10' 3" to 11' 0"
• Allow one off-street parking space within the required 20-foot setback

Zoning Hearing Board

The Media Borough Zoning Hearing Board will review an application for 819 N. Olive Street. The applicants are seeking variances regarding building coverage, rear yard setbacks, and parking space placement.

• Increase building coverage from 18% to 21.4% at 819 N. Olive Street
• Expand nonconforming rear yard setback from 10'3" to 11'0"
• Allow one parking space within the required 20-foot parking setback

Public Safety Committee

The committee will review mass gathering permits for the Media Fellowship House 80th Anniversary and a film production by Front Street Films/Exelon Energy. The agenda also includes updates from the Police and Fire departments regarding cameras and EMS status.

• Media Fellowship House 80th Anniversary permit (Oct 12, 2024)
• Front Street Films/Exelon Energy mass gathering permit (July 9 or 10, 2024)
• Police Department updates on body and street cameras
• Fire Department reports on EMS status and solutions

Borough Council

The council will consider an agreement to resurface Winter Street and Farnum Road with Upper Providence Township. The agenda also includes a liquor license transfer for 112-114 West State Street and authorizing testing for one full-time police officer.

• Agreement with Upper Providence Township for resurfacing Winter Street and Farnum Road
• Liquor license transfer for Delcobro, LLC at 112-114 West State Street
• Authorization of testing for one full-time police officer
• Ordinance No 1166 regarding bamboo planting regulations
• May bill payments totaling $436,051.69

Finance Committee

The committee will review the May financial statements and a presentation on the financial statement audit by Barbacane. Discussions also include pension plan audit results and earned income tax analysis.

• Financial Statement Audit presentation by Barbacane
• Pension Plan Audit preliminary results
• Delaware County Victim Assistance Center donation request
• Earned Income Tax Keystone Analysis
• Fee increases

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will discuss next steps for the Residential Parking Program and a parking permit for 317 N. Olive. The meeting also includes updates on traffic calming at the Jefferson/Edgmont Traffic Circle and the Third Street kickoff meeting.

• Residential Parking Program next steps
• 317 N. Olive Parking Permit
• Traffic Calming- Jefferson/ Edgmont Traffic Circle
• Third Street Kickoff Meeting Update

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission will discuss the Dining Under the Stars 2024 event and provide project updates. The commission will also evaluate resident requests for tree removals, trimming, and replacements.

• Tree removal request at 8 S. Lemon Street
• Tree removal request at 207 South Ave
• Evaluation for trim or removal at 3rd & Providence
• Replacement request for a Dogwood tree at N. Olive Street and 5th Street
• Dining Under the Stars 2024 event scheduled for September 18

Borough Council

The Borough Council will discuss several zoning applications, ordinance amendments, and mass gathering permits. The meeting also includes discussions on mural arts policy and gas-powered lawn equipment restrictions.

• Liquor license transfer application for 112-114 West State Street
• Zoning application for 819 N. Olive Street
• Ordinance amendment regarding retroactive bamboo planting rules
• Authorization of testing for one full-time police officer position
• Mass gathering permit applications for local events

Borough Council

The Borough Council will consider Resolution #2024-xx regarding an intermunicipal transfer of a PLCB-issued retail liquor license. The application was submitted by Brian McLaughlin for the property at 112-114 West State Street.

• Resolution #2024-xx: Application for an intermunicipal transfer of a retail liquor license to 112-114 West State Street

Planning Commission

The Media Borough Planning Commission will review zoning applications and committee reports. Applicants are seeking variances for building height, coverage ratios, and layout standards at 819 N. Olive Street. The meeting also includes a Comprehensive Plan update.

• Zoning variance requests for 819 N. Olive Street
• Comprehensive Plan update report

Recreation Board

The Recreation Board will review upcoming summer events including the 4th of July and movie nights. Members will also vote on several proposed plans such as Pilates in the Park and a Student Lacrosse Camp. Additionally, the board will discuss the MYC Hall of Fame Dinner.

• Votes on new programs including Pilates in the Park and Ping Pong Club
• Review of summer activities like Senior Dine Around and Tennis Camp
• Vote regarding the MYC Hall of Fame Dinner
• Discussion of Porchfest with M.A.C on Yard Sale Weekend

Public Safety Committee

The Media Borough Public Safety Committee is meeting to discuss public safety matters, including mass gathering permits for a girls softball celebration and the Memorial Day parade, as well as reports from the police and fire departments. The committee will also consider a request for a stop sign at Seventh and North Jackson Streets.

• Mass gathering permit for Media Girls Softball Celebration on June 20, 5-10 PM, on Edgemont between Front and State
• Mass gathering permit for Memorial Day parade on May 27, 9 AM-noon, parade starts at 10 AM
• Police department report including body camera and street camera updates
• Fire department report on EMS status and solutions
• Request for stop sign at Seventh and North Jackson Streets

Properties and Public Works Committee

The Properties and Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss three items: a banner for the Media Farmer's Market at State/Edgmont, a MAC event on the Community Center lawn, and adding the North Tennis Court to recreation permit rentals. No decisions are noted; these are discussion items.

• Media Farmer's Market banner at State/Edgmont
• MAC event at Community Center lawn
• Add North Tennis Court to recreation permit rentals

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council is meeting to consider several items, including ratifying a Community Project Funding application for the Third Street Bridge project, authorizing a notice of award to DePaul for the Plum Street Park project, and approving multiple mass gathering permits for events like an HBO TV series filming and community gatherings. The council will also vote on resolutions related to records disposition, pension plan administration, and COVID fund agent designation, as well as ordinances amending the Bamboo Ordinance and Zoning Ordinance to include murals.

• Ratification of Community Project Funding application for Third Street Bridge project
• Authorize notice of award to DePaul for Plum Street Park project
• Ordinance No. 1166 amending Bamboo Ordinance; No. 1167 amending Zoning for murals
• Mass gathering permit for HBO TV series filming on Veterans Square, May 31, 2024
• Payment of bills totaling $579,946.87 for April

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the April financial statements and discuss audits. The body will also address the Delaware County Tax Collection Committee and a proposal for pension plan documents.

• April Financial Statements
• Delaware County Tax Collection Committee (DCTCC)
• Audits
• Pension Plans – Plan Documents Proposal

Environmental Advisory Council

The Media Environmental Advisory Council is meeting to discuss updates on environmental initiatives, including leaf blower and idling regulations, bird-safe lighting, air quality monitoring, and high chloride levels in local streams. The agenda also covers zero waste efforts, transportation improvements, and energy programs. The meeting is largely informational with updates and planning, and no major decisions are listed.

• Leaf Blower & Idling Update
• Bird Town Lights Out Resolution & Updates
• High Chloride in Local Streams
• Styrofoam Ordinance Update
• Community Choice Aggregation Update

Transportation Committee

The Media Transportation Committee is meeting to prepare for the Third Street Bridge kick-off meeting, discuss traffic calming for State and Veteran's Square, and determine next steps for borough EV chargers. These are discussion and planning items, not final decisions.

• Preparation for Third Street Bridge kick-off meeting
• State and Veteran's Square traffic calming discussion
• Borough EV chargers: next steps

Recreation Board

The Media Recreation Board is meeting to review routine items like minutes and budget, then discuss updates on upcoming events including the Garden Tour, May Days, and Senior Dine Around. They will also organize the Community Center closet and keys, and plan summer events such as the 4th of July, Movie Nights, and Kids Fun Run.

• Spring Yard Sale update
• Earth Day update
• Garden Tour update
• May Days update
• Summer events: 4th of July, Movie Nights, Kids Fun Run

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss and consider various agenda items, including recommendations on EV charging stations, a Community Project Funding application for the Third Street Bridge project, and several contracts and resolutions. The council will also consider zoning amendments for murals, options for smoke/vape shops, and multiple mass gathering permits for community events. This is a working session where items are discussed before formal action.

• Consider EAC recommendations on EV charging stations
• Consider ratification of Community Project Funding application for Third Street Bridge project
• Consider Borough Hall elevator maintenance contract
• Consider amendment to Zoning Ordinance to include murals
• Consider mass gathering permits for Media Elementary Block Party, Library Summer Reading Kick-off, State Street Pub event, and EcoFest

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council is meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including accepting a $50,362 grant for pedestrian safety improvements at 5th St and Providence Road, approving traffic calming projects on Jefferson, Edgmont, and N. Olive Streets, and amending the zoning ordinance to allow murals. They will also consider a lease with the Media Youth Center for the Carriage House, approve spring/summer plantings, and adopt an ordinance changing Shade Tree Commission membership terms from 3 to 5 members. The agenda includes routine reports and payment of bills totaling $353,226.66.

• Authorize acceptance of $50,362 DCED Multimodal Transportation Fund grant for Safe Crossings: RRFBS at 5th St and Providence Road
• Implementation of Jefferson Street and Edgmont Traffic Calming project
• Implementation of N. Olive Street Traffic Calming project
• Adoption of Ordinance #1165 of 2024 changing Shade Tree Commission membership terms from 3 to 5 members
• Approval of proposal from Fresh Looks Designs for spring/summer and holiday plantings

Transportation Committee

The Media Borough Transportation Committee is meeting to discuss four items: a Bicycle Friendly Community application, an electric vehicle recommendation from the Environmental Advisory Council, and traffic calming measures on Jefferson and Olive Streets. These are discussion items, with no decisions or votes noted on the agenda.

• Bicycle Friendly Community Application
• EV Recommendation from EAC
• Traffic Calming on Jefferson Street
• Traffic Calming on Olive Street

Environmental Advisory Council

The Media Environmental Advisory Council is meeting to discuss environmental initiatives including a proposed Styrofoam ordinance, preparations for Pollinator Fest and Earth Day, and updates on mosquito spraying, bird safety, and community energy programs. The council will also review minutes from March and hear reports on stream cleanups and transportation projects.

• Styrofoam Ordinance Proposal
• Pollinator Fest Preparation
• Mosquito Spray Prevention Update
• Bird Town Lights Out Resolution & Updates
• Community Choice Aggregation Update

Shade Tree Commission

The Media Shade Tree Commission is meeting to discuss a 3-to-5 member ordinance update, a Community Tree Plan update, and an arborist report for 37 E Front St. They will also consider several resident tree removal and replant requests, including trees at 407 South Ave, 128 E 5th St, and others. Public comment is scheduled.

• Ordinance update for 3 to 5 member commission
• Community Tree Plan update
• Arborist report for 37 E Front St
• Removal request at 407 South Ave (rotted tree, roots lifting asphalt)
• Removal request at 128 E 5th St (sycamore roots affecting sewer)

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council is holding a meeting to review income data, preliminary goals, and top recommendations for an affordable housing study. The meeting includes a public comment period. This is a discussion and review session, not a final decision-making meeting.

• Review of income data for affordable housing study
• Review of preliminary goals for affordable housing
• Review of top recommendations from the study
• Public comment period

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council workshop meeting covers routine reports and several actionable items. Council will consider authorizing a zoning ordinance amendment to allow murals, discuss the Media Youth Center lease update, and review a proposal for State Street planters. They will also consider an amendment to the mass gathering permit for Dining Under the Stars to include Veteran's Square on May 8, 2024.

• Consider authorizing Solicitor to amend Zoning Ordinance to allow murals
• Discuss update on Media Youth Center Lease
• Consider proposal from Fresh Look Designs for State Street Planters
• Consider amendment to mass gathering permit for Dining Under the Stars to include Veteran's Square between Baker and Jasper Streets on May 8, 2024
• Discuss EAC Annual Report

Planning Commission

The Media Borough Planning Commission is meeting to review a zoning variance request for 453 E. Franklin St. The applicant, Zappitelli Properties, LLC, seeks relief from the minimum lot depth requirement in the R-2 District. The agenda also includes routine items such as approving the agenda and minutes, public comment, and committee reports.

• Variance request for 453 E. Franklin St to allow 95-foot lot depth where 100 feet is required (R-2 District)
• Review and accept March 2024 minutes
• Public comment period
• Comprehensive Plan discussion

Recreation Board

The board will review updates for the Spring Yard Sale and Earth Day Clean-Up & Garden Tour. Discussions include a potential app contest, tennis camp registration, and community survey details.

• Earth Day Clean-Up & Garden Tour updates and votes
• Spring Yard Sale update
• Tennis Camp Registration review
• Community Survey discussion

Properties and Public Works Committee

The Properties and Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss updates on a PECO grant, the Media Youth Center lease, and park permits. They will also review proposals for planters on State Street and a Pride crosswalk at Plum/State St. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• PECO Grant Update
• Media Youth Center Lease Update
• Park Permit Update
• State Street Planter Proposals
• Pride Crosswalk at Plum/State St.

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee will discuss differentiating between signs and murals in the zoning code. The body will also prepare for an upcoming housing meeting. No final decisions or votes are listed on this agenda.

• Discussion on differentiating between signs and murals in the zoning code
• Preparation for a housing meeting

Borough Council

Media Borough Council is meeting to handle routine business and several notable items. They will consider a license agreement with Wawa for a kiosk, award a bid for curbside recycling collection, and approve mass gathering permits for major 2024 events including the Delaware County Pride Parade and the State Street Fall Festival. The agenda also includes appointments to boards, a collective bargaining agreement with a Teamsters local, and payment of February bills totaling $485,832.46.

• License agreement with Wawa for kiosk
• Bid award for curbside collection and disposal of single-stream recyclable materials
• Mass gathering permits for Pride Parade (June 1), Fall Festival (Oct 6), Santa Parade (Dec 1), and Eagle's Autism fundraiser (Mar 24)
• Collective bargaining agreement with Highway Truck Drivers Local 107 (Teamsters)
• February bills paid: $485,832.46 total

Transportation Committee

The Media Borough Transportation Committee is meeting to discuss road resurfacing schedules, tree bump-outs, and traffic calming measures at several intersections. They will also review the process for the Third Street Bridge. No decisions are noted on the agenda; items are listed for discussion.

• Road Resurfacing Schedule
• Tree Bump-outs
• Traffic Calming Measures at Jefferson and Olive Streets
• Traffic Calming Measures at Baltimore Avenue and Monroe Street
• Traffic Calming Measures at Baltimore Avenue and Radnor Street

Environmental Advisory Council

The Media Environmental Advisory Council is meeting to discuss environmental initiatives including land and water projects, zero waste efforts, transportation, and energy updates. The agenda includes updates on mosquito spray door hangers, a garden tour, Bird Town, leaf blowers, hazard mitigation, and the Rights of Nature. Also on the agenda are Earth Day event planning, bicycle-friendly community status, electric vehicle infrastructure, and community choice aggregation.

• Mosquito Spray Door Hangers
• Leaf Blowers
• Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Third Street Restoration
• Light Pollution Ordinance Update

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss and consider various agenda items, including a Wawa kiosk license agreement, a technical proposal for the Third Street Bridge, a lease with the Media Youth Center, and several mass gathering permits for upcoming events. The council will also discuss affordable housing next steps and consider appointments to boards and commissions.

• Consider Wawa kiosk license agreement
• Consider Third Street Bridge technical proposal
• Consider Carriage House 2nd floor lease with Media Youth Center
• Consider mass gathering permits for Delaware County Pride Parade (June 1, 2024), Fall Festival (Oct 6, 2024), Santa Parade (Dec 1, 2024), and Eagles Autism Foundation fundraiser (Mar 24, 2024)
• Consider Public Works union contract

Shade Tree Commission

The Media Borough Shade Tree Commission is meeting to discuss its Community Tree Plan and short- and long-term goals. They will also consider adding replacement and new trees at several properties on East Front Street and Church Street, and receive an update on a PECO project.

• Community Tree Plan and STC goals discussion
• Replacement tree at 37 E Front St
• New trees at 307 E Front St, 231 E Front St, and 302 Church St
• PECO project update and walkthrough

Planning Commission

The Media Borough Planning Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being a discussion of the Comprehensive Plan. The commission will also take public comment and hear officer and committee reports.

• Discussion of the Comprehensive Plan update
• Public comment period
• Review and acceptance of agenda and minutes

Recreation Board

The Media Recreation Board is meeting to handle routine business and vote on several items, including youth sport donations, a Goosechase app license purchase, and future calendar dates. They will also discuss upcoming events like the Egg Hunt, Earth Day Clean-Up, Garden Tour, and Spring Yard Sale.

• Vote on youth sport donations
• Vote on Goosechase app license purchase
• Discussion of Egg Hunt, Earth Day Clean-Up, Garden Tour, Spring Yard Sale
• Community survey discussion
• Budget balance review

Properties and Public Works Committee

The Properties and Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss several property and public works items, including a park permit program, a Wawa kiosk license agreement, a carriage house lease, a Constellation agreement, a recycling bid update, and a parking garage analysis. These are discussion items, not final decisions.

• Park Permit Program
• Wawa Kiosk License Agreement
• Carriage House Lease Agreement
• Constellation Agreement
• Baltimore Ave Parking Garage Analysis Discussion

Community Development Committee

The Media Community Development Committee will discuss several items, including a proposal for enhanced zoning graphics, a request for proposals for a comprehensive plan, a grant application for that plan, and next steps for affordable housing. They will also receive an update on Plum Street Park.

• Proposal from General Code for enhanced graphics for hybrid form-based zoning
• Consider Comprehensive Plan RFP
• TCDI Grant Application for Comp Plan
• Discuss affordable housing next steps
• Plum Street Park update

Public Safety Committee

The Media Borough Public Safety Committee is meeting to discuss public safety matters, including mass gathering permits for upcoming events, police and fire department reports, and updates on body and street cameras. The agenda includes public comment and reports from the mayor, police chief, and fire chief.

• Delaware County Pride Parade on 06/01/24 from 10 AM to 2 PM, route from Edgemont St. to Orange St and Veteran's Square to Courthouse
• MBA 2024 State Street Festival on 10/6/24 from 7 AM to 5 PM
• Santa Parade/Fun Run/Block Party on 12/1/24 from 1 PM to 7 PM
• Police body camera and street camera updates
• EMS status and solutions discussion

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council is meeting to discuss and vote on various items, including a $1,030,879 ARPA grant for stormwater facilities near Ridge Road, a generator maintenance agreement, and the hiring of a new Borough Accountant. The agenda also includes several mass gathering permits for community events and the acceptance of resignations from two board members.

• ARPA H20 grant agreement for $1,030,879 for stormwater facilities near Ridge Road
• Generator maintenance agreement with Curtis Power Solutions for $2,198.70
• Hiring of Jonathan Wascovich as Borough Accountant and $2/hr salary increase for Staff Accountant
• Mass gathering permits for Dining Under the Stars, State Street Car Show, Jasper Street Jam, and Media 5 Mile Race
• Resignations of Evelyn Blair from Historic Archives Commission and William Martin from Zoning Hearing Board

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss pension advisory services provided by Marquette Associates. The body will also review the financial statements for January.

• Pension Advisory Services – Marquette Associates
• January Financial Statements

Transportation Committee

The Media Borough Transportation Committee is meeting to discuss several transportation-related items. The agenda includes public comment, the Residential Parking Program, Borough Park permit usage, and a technical proposal for the Third Street Bridge. No decisions are listed on the agenda; these appear to be discussion items.

• Residential Parking Program discussion
• Borough Park permit usage discussion
• Third Street Bridge technical proposal

Recreation Board

The Media Recreation Board is meeting to discuss routine business, including approving minutes and hearing committee reports. They will review old business items like Game Night and Flower Show ticket sales, and discuss new business such as the February App Challenge, a Maker Night collaboration, Easter Egg Hunt, and the 2024 calendar.

• Game Night
• Flower Show Ticket Sale
• February App Challenge
• TTM Maker Night Collaboration
• Easter Egg Hunt

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission is meeting to discuss routine tree-related matters, including new pear plantings on 5th Street, tree cutouts at Court Diner, and an update on the perkEpave project. They will also consider a Community Tree Plan, potential expansion of the commission, and resident requests for tree evaluations and removals at specific addresses.

• Pears planted on 5th Street
• Court Diner cutouts
• perkEpave update
• Resident request to remove tree at 37 E Front Street
• Tree evaluation at 16 W. Ridge Road and 1 S. Olive Street

Borough Council

The Borough Council will review several administrative items including a road salt purchase agreement and a generator maintenance contract. The meeting also includes reviews of mass gathering permit applications for seasonal community events.

• Pennsylvania Department of General Services road salt purchase agreement
• Generator maintenance agreement with Curtis Power Solutions for $2,198.70
• Mass gathering permit for Dining Under the Stars season
• Mass gathering permit for State Street Car Show
• Mass gathering permit for Jasper Street Jam

Public Safety Committee

The Media Borough Public Safety Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several mass gathering permits for upcoming events, including the State Street Car Show, Jasper Jam, Media Five Mile Race, and Dining Under the Stars. The agenda also includes reports from the Mayor, Police Department (including body camera updates), and Fire Department (including EMS status and a DCED fire study), plus a discussion of emergency management tabletop exercises.

• Mass gathering permits: Spring Art Show, State Street Car Show (6/2/24), Jasper Jam (6/7-8, 9/20-21), Media Five Mile Race (6/21/24), Dining Under the Stars (Wednesdays May 1-Sept 25)
• Police Department report: Chief Egan's concerns and body camera updates
• Fire Department report: Chief's report, DCED Fire Study, EMS status/solutions
• Emergency management tabletop exercises discussion

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee will discuss the 2024 priority issues, specifically the Comprehensive Plan, Plum Street Mall, and an affordable housing report. The agenda includes a review of the Comprehensive Plan process and timeline, along with specific zoning matters at 309 S. Plum Street and 412 E. Jefferson Street.

• Overview of 2024 priority issues: Comprehensive Plan, Plum Street Mall, affordable housing report, form-based updates, and sign/lighting/noise ordinances
• Comprehensive plan process and timeline
• 309 S. Plum Street – Bamboo
• 412 E. Jefferson Street - Zoning matter

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council is meeting to approve minutes, swear in police officers, and consider several resolutions and an ordinance. Key items include emergency sewer work under the Police Station, a county aid application for street resurfacing, and adoption of annual traffic ordinance amendments. The council will also fill a council vacancy and make appointments to the Recreation Board.

• Resolution #2024-25: Emergency sewer work under Police Station, max $57,000
• Resolution #2024-24: County Liquid Fuel Tax application for milling/resurfacing various streets
• Ordinance No. 1163 of 2024: Adoption of annual traffic ordinance amendments
• Resolution #2024-26: Appointment to fill council vacancy
• Payment of bills for December totaling $214,112.45

Transportation Committee

The Media Borough Transportation Committee is meeting to prioritize potential 2024 issues and discuss several transportation topics. Items include a PennDOT prohibitive crossing on Orange Street, traffic calming plan projects, moveable bollards, the Third Street Bridge process, and a residential parking program.

• Prioritizing potential 2024 issues
• PennDOT prohibitive crossing on Orange Street
• Traffic calming plan projects
• Moveable bollards
• Third Street Bridge process

Environmental Advisory Council

The Environmental Advisory Council is meeting to discuss updates on several environmental initiatives, including a restaurant composting pilot project, a bike plan revision, and a multi-municipal grant application for electric vehicle infrastructure. The council will also review administrative items like the budget request and annual report, and plan upcoming events such as the Earth Day event and an ecosystem garden tour.

• Restaurant Composting Pilot Project
• Bike Plan Revision / Bicycle Friendly Community
• Electronic Vehicle Infrastructure / Multi-municipal grant application
• Community Choice Aggregation Update
• Light Pollution Ordinance Update

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss and consider several administrative and operational items, including filling a council vacancy, applying for county liquid fuel tax funds for street resurfacing, an emergency resolution for police building sewer work, the Borough Manager's contract, and adoption of annual traffic ordinance amendments. Public comment is accepted via email.

• Discussion of Council Vacancy and Committee Assignments
• Application for County Aid for County Liquid Fuel Tax Funds for milling and resurfacing of various streets
• Emergency resolution for Police Building Sewer work
• Consideration of Borough Manager's Contract
• Consideration of Ordinance No. ____ of 2024 - Adoption of annual traffic ordinance amendments

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council is holding its mandatory reorganization meeting to elect officers, make committee assignments, and appoint officials including the treasurer, solicitor, engineer, and manager. The council will also approve numerous reappointments to boards and commissions. This is primarily an administrative meeting with no major policy decisions.

• Resolution #2024-01: Appointment of Borough Treasurer
• Resolution #2024-02: Appointment of Borough Solicitor
• Resolution #2024-03: Appointment of Borough Engineer
• Resolution #2024-04: Appointment of Manager/Secretary
• Reappointments to Environmental Advisory Council, Planning Commission, Zoning Hearing Board, and other boards

Planning Commission

The Media Borough Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting on January 2, 2024. The agenda is mostly procedural, covering pledge, attendance, agenda and minutes approval, public comment, and officer reports. No specific projects, rezonings, or contracts are listed.

• Officer reorganization
• Council liaison report

Recreation Board

The Media Recreation Board is meeting to approve minutes, hear committee reports, and review the December events. New business includes electing 2024 board officers, planning a January 11 Game Night, and reviewing the 2024 calendar.

• 2024 Board Positions: President, VP, Secretary
• January 11 Game Night
• Flower Show Tickets
• 2024 Calendar Review
• December Event Review: Cocoa w/ Clauses, Decorating Contest, Winter Solstice