Media public meetings in 2025

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council will consider several financial actions, including setting the 2026 millage rate and adopting the FY 2026 General, Capital, Liquid Fuels, and Recreation budgets. The meeting also includes a grant application for a comprehensive bicycle plan and a proposed sale of an easement at 630 S. Ridley Creek Road. Additional items involve a capital improvement plan for 2026‑2030 and various appointments and contracts.

• Resolution #2025-42: Grant application to Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission’s Travel Options Program for a comprehensive bicycle plan
• Sale of easement at 630 S. Ridley Creek Road
• Resolution #2025-43: Setting the 2026 Millage Rate
• Adoption of the Final FY 2026 General, Capital, Liquid Fuels and Recreation budgets
• Adoption of the FY 2026‑2030 Capital Improvement Plan

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee meeting will include public comment and reports from the mayor, police, and fire departments. Topics include updates on body‑camera and street‑camera programs, EMS information, and mass‑gathering permits. The committee will also discuss the Brandywine Veterinary Hospital contract and consider a potential new Civil Service Committee member.

• Public comment
• Mass gathering permits
• Police Department body‑camera and street‑camera updates
• Fire Department EMS updates
• Brandywine Veterinary Hospital contract

Borough Council

The Borough Council will review the 2026 General, Capital, Liquid Fuels, and Recreation budgets. Members will also consider the 2026 millage rate and the FY 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan.

• Consideration of Resolution #2024-xx setting the 2026 Millage Rate
• Consideration of sale of easement at 630 S. Ridley Creek Road
• Zoning hearing board application for 204 West Street
• Contract renewal with Brandywine Veterinary Hospital for stray dog boarding
• Mass gathering permit for Media Farmers Market for the 2026 calendar year

Zoning Hearing Board

The Media Borough Zoning Hearing Board will review a variance application for a property in the R-2 District. The applicant is seeking exceptions to side yard setback and building height requirements.

• Variance request for 500 North Olive Street to permit a 0 ft side yard setback instead of 5 ft
• Variance request for 500 North Olive Street to permit a 35-ft building height with a gambrel roof

Recreation Board

The Recreation Board will approve the previous meeting minutes and receive committee updates. It will discuss holiday event plans and adopt the 2026 activity calendar. New business includes considering prospective board members and holding elections for the 2026 board.

• Approval of minutes from the prior meeting
• Holiday decorating contest
• Santa event
• Prospective new Recreation Board members
• 2026 Recreation Board elections

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider two zoning applications. Alexander Flint seeks variances for 204 West Street and Parks Edge Lane to enlarge an accessory dwelling unit, avoid a driveway on steep slopes, and allow ground‑floor parking. Henry Davis will discuss an accessory dwelling unit at 430 E. Jefferson Street. The meeting also includes routine items such as public comment and committee reports.

• Alexander Flint: variances for 204 West Street/Parks Edge Lane to enlarge ADU >800 sf, avoid driveway on steep slopes, and allow ground‑floor parking
• Henry Davis: discussion of accessory dwelling unit at 430 E. Jefferson Street
• Public comment period
• Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee report
• Council Liaison report

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee will consider the ZHB application for 204 West Street. It will also discuss proposed clarifications to the accessory dwelling unit (ADU) ordinance. Finally, the committee will receive updates from the district court.

• 204 West Street ZHB application
• Proposed ADU ordinance clarifications
• District court updates

Borough Council

The Borough Council will consider the adoption of the preliminary 2026 General, Capital, Liquid Fuels, and Recreation budgets. The meeting includes votes on a residential parking program and a ban on polystyrene plastic bags.

• Adoption of Preliminary 2026 General, Capital, Liquid Fuels and Recreation budgets
• Ordinance No. 1176 of 2025 to ban polystyrene in the plastic bag ordinance
• Ordinance No. 1175 of 2025 regarding the Residential Parking Program
• Clear Gov annual renewal for 2026 ($5,500), 2027 ($6,695), and 2028 ($6,895.85)
• Zoning Hearing Board Application for 500 N Olive Street

The borough council approved the 2026 Preliminary General, Capital, Liquid Fuels and Recreation budgets. It also adopted Ordinance No. 1175 amending the Residential Parking Program and Ordinance No. 1176 adding a polystyrene ban to the plastic bag ordinance. Additional actions included approving a grant for Barrall Tennis Court rehabilitation, ratifying bill payments totaling $2,357,105.72, and authorizing mass‑gathering permits for the Halloween Parade and Lunar New Year Lion Dance.

• Approved 2026 Preliminary General, Capital, Liquid Fuels and Recreation budgets (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1175 amending Residential Parking Program (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1176 adding polystyrene ban to plastic bag ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #2025-41 for grant to rehabilitate Barrall Tennis Court and improve stormwater (unanimous)
• Ratified payment of bills totaling $2,357,105.72 across General, Recreation, Capital and Liquid Fuels funds (unanimous)
• Approved mass gathering permit for Halloween Parade (unanimous)
• Approved mass gathering permit for Lunar New Year Lion Dance on Feb 21, 2026 (unanimous)
• Authorized submission of a letter of intent to DCED for a multi‑municipal EMS authority (unanimous)

Properties and Public Works Committee

The Properties and Public Works Committee will discuss proposals for a no‑smoking area in Plum St Park, a bench at Manchester Ave/State St, an outdoor gym, and foul‑ball netting at Barral Field.

• Consider a no‑smoking area in Plum St Park
• Consider installing a bench at Manchester Ave/State St
• Consider building an outdoor gym
• Consider adding foul‑ball netting at Barral Field

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the borough’s October 2025 financial statements, discuss the proposed 2026 budget, and consider a non‑profit donation policy. The agenda also provides time for any old business before adjourning.

• Review October 2025 financial statements
• Discuss 2026 budget proposal
• Consider non‑profit donation policy
• Old business (unspecified items)

Environmental Advisory Council

The Environmental Advisory Council will vote on a polystyrene ban ordinance and discuss a tree canopy study showing Media Borough lost more than 15% of its canopy since 2010. The group will also review a grant application for stormwater repairs at Barrall Field tennis courts.

• Vote on Polystyrene/Black Propylene Plastic Ordinance
• Stormwater repairs at Barrall Field tennis courts (LSA grant application)
• PECO tree removal clarification and tree canopy study
• Community Choice Aggregation and Pennsylvania Energy Plan Collaborative
• Air Quality Monitor purchase and installation

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee is meeting to discuss traffic calming measures at Front and Monroe. The body will also receive an update on the flashing beacon at 5th Street and Providence Road.

• Front and Monroe traffic calming
• 5th Street and Providence Road Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon update
• Traffic calming announcement

Recreation Board

The Recreation Board will approve the previous meeting minutes, discuss the budget balance, review plans for holiday events such as the decorating contest, Santa event, and Winter Solstice, and consider the proposed 2026 calendar of programs. No decisions beyond routine approvals are indicated.

• Approval of minutes from the prior meeting
• Budget balance review
• Holiday events plan review (decorating contest, Santa event, Winter Solstice)
• Adoption of the 2026 recreation calendar

Borough Council

Borough Council will discuss the preliminary 2026 General, Capital, Liquid Fuels, and Recreation budgets. The meeting includes reviews of zoning applications, new ordinances, and various contract renewals.

• Preliminary 2026 General, Capital, Liquid Fuels and Recreation budgets
• Clear Gov annual renewal: $5,500 (2026), $6,695 (2027), and $6,895.85 (2028)
• Zoning hearing board applications for 500 N Olive Street and 430 E. Jefferson Street
• Proposed ordinances for a Residential Parking Program, grease traps, and a polystyrene ban
• Local Share Account grant application for Barrall Field renovations

The Media Borough Council held a workshop meeting on November 6, 2025. Council members discussed topics such as the Community Choice Aggregation opt‑in program, utility tree removals, a regional EMS authority, and a fire‑company EMS contract, but no formal votes or approvals were recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 8:07 p.m. by a motion of Councilperson Herman.

• Motion to adjourn adopted (unanimous)

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission will review PECO‑marked trees on North Orange Street and evaluate a large tree that is affecting the sidewalk at 205‑207 South Avenue. Commissioners will discuss the relationship between trees and sidewalks and consider an update to tree signage. The meeting also includes a period for public comment and a resident request for a tree evaluation ride‑around.

• PECO marked trees – North Orange Street site visit
• Large tree/sidewalk issue at 205‑207 South Avenue
• Discussion of trees versus sidewalks
• Tree sign update
• Resident request for tree evaluation and ride‑around

Planning Commission

The Media Borough Planning Commission will meet to discuss zoning applications for two residential properties. The commission will review requests for setback and roof pitch relief at 500 N Olive Street and an ADU size increase at 430 E. Jefferson St.

• 500 N Olive Street: Request for 0’0” side yard setback and gambrel style roof pitch
• 430 E. Jefferson St: Request to allow an 800sf ADU where 400sf is allowed
• Comp Plan Steering Committee report

Community Development Committee

The committee will discuss a matter regarding 500 N Olive Street and review the outcomes of the October 23, 2025, Zoning Hearing Board meeting. The group will also discuss Hometown Hero Banners.

• Review of 500 N Olive Street
• Recap of 10/23/25 Zoning Hearing Board meeting
• Discussion of Hometown Hero Banners

Public Safety Committee

The committee will review mass gathering permits and receive reports from the Mayor, Police, and Fire departments. Members will discuss a letter of intent to the DCED to join an intermunicipal study for establishing a Municipal Authority for emergency services.

• Halloween Parade permit for State St., Edgemont St., Orange St., Front St., and Veteran's Square on 10/25
• Lunar New Year Lion Dance permit for State St. in front of Plum St. Mall on 2/21/26
• Police Department updates on body cameras and street cameras
• Discussion of DCED letter of intent for an emergency services Municipal Authority

Zoning Hearing Board

The Zoning Hearing Board will review two variance applications. The first seeks to allow a building coverage ratio of 39.8% at 508 North Olive Street, exceeding the 35% limit for the R‑2 district. The second seeks variances for 321‑323 West Front Street to permit seven micro‑flat units and end‑on‑end parking for residential use in the O Office District. No other business is listed.

• Variance for 508 North Olive St (Map No. 26-01-162) to raise building coverage to 39.8% in R‑2 district (Section 311.B-31)
• Variance for 321‑323 West Front St (Parcel ID 26-04-216) to allow seven micro‑flat units (Section 311.B-49.B) and end‑on‑end parking for residential use (Section 311.E-32.J) in O Office District

Properties and Public Works Committee

The Properties and Public Works Committee will discuss an analysis of the borough's compost program. It will consider the rent arrangement for the Media Alkathon event. The committee will also review the license agreement for the Sunday AA meeting.

• Compost Program Analysis
• Media Alkathon rent
• Sunday AA meeting license agreement

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss the September 2025 financial statements and consider the preliminary budget for 2026. Old Business will also be addressed, though no specific items are listed. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Review September 2025 financial statements
• Consider 2026 preliminary budget

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council will consider several financial and regulatory actions, including adopting a revised 2026 minimum municipal obligation for police officers of $744,827. The council will also vote on a traffic‑calming contract, a digital communications service agreement, and various permits and ordinances. Additional items include a residential parking permit program and a grease‑trap ordinance draft.

• Adopt Ordinance No. 1175 of 2025 – Residential Parking Permit Program
• Approve bid award to Marino Corp., Inc. for $87,990 for traffic calming at 5th Street and Providence Road
• Approve 2026 service agreement with Dandelions Digital for digital communication support at $3,500 per month
• Adopt revised 2026 Minimum Municipal Obligation for Police Officers in the amount of $744,827
• Authorize the Solicitor to draft and advertise a grease trap ordinance

The council unanimously approved several key items, including an $87,990 traffic‑calming contract for 5th & Providence and land development for a car wash at 510 E. Baltimore Ave. It also authorized new Grease Trap and Plastic Bag ordinances, a $3,500‑per‑month service agreement with Dandelion Digital, and the police officers’ 2026 municipal obligations. Additionally, the council ratified September bill payments and approved the Veterans Day Parade permit.

• Approved $87,990 traffic‑calming contract for 5th & Providence (unanimous)
• Approved land development for Spotless Car Wash at 510 E. Baltimore Ave (unanimous)
• Authorized Solicitor to draft and advertise Grease Trap Ordinance (unanimous)
• Authorized Solicitor to amend and advertise Plastic Bag Ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Service Agreement with Dandelion Digital at $3,500/month (unanimous)
• Approved revised 2026 Minimum Municipal Obligations for Police Officers $744,827 (unanimous)
• Ratified September bill payments: General $199,295.17, Recreation $14,596.25, Capital $188,511.01 (unanimous)
• Approved mass gathering permit for Veterans Day Parade on Nov 11, 2025 (unanimous)

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will receive reports, discuss traffic education, consider a Residential Parking Permit ordinance, and evaluate a bid award for a rectangular rapid flashing beacon traffic‑calming project at 5th and Providence Road. The meeting also includes liaison announcements and consideration of items from other committees, such as a facilities maintenance contract, a vehicle sale, a digital communication service agreement, police and non‑uniform pension obligations, a land‑development application, a grease‑trap ordinance, mass‑gathering permits, a plastic‑bag ordinance amendment, a PECO grant application, and several zoning board requests.

• Consider bid award for the Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon Traffic Calming project at 5th and Providence Road
• Consider Residential Parking Permit ordinance
• Consider Facilities Maintenance contract with Donald Reisinger, Inc.
• Consider adopting revised FY 2026 Minimum Municipal Obligation for police pension plan ($744,827) and non‑uniform pension plan ($13,424)
• Consider Zoning Hearing Board Application for 508 N Olive Street requesting relief from lot coverage ratios

Borough Council

At the October 9 workshop meeting, the Media Borough Council will discuss a police pension funding obligation of $744,827 for FY 2026. The council will also review several contracts, zoning applications, and permit requests. Public comment will be accepted via email before the meeting.

• Adopt revised FY 2026 Minimum Municipal Obligation for police pension plan ($744,827)
• Consider Facilities Maintenance contract with Donald Reisinger, Inc.
• Consider bid award for Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon Traffic Calming project at 5th and Providence Road
• Consider Residential Parking Permit ordinance
• Consider Zoning Hearing Board application for 508 N Olive Street requesting relief from lot coverage ratios

The council authorized the solicitor to draft a grease‑trap ordinance for restaurants and approved an amendment to the plastic‑bag ordinance that bans polystyrene food containers, effective Jan. 1 2026. It also supported applying for Sustainable PA certification and for a PECO Green Region grant of about $10,000 for shade‑tree planting. The committee favored a reduced‑scope beacon project costing $87,990, and the State & Veterans Square mural installation was postponed until spring 2026. The council expressed support for several zoning variance requests and will vote on the Spotless Car Wash project at the next meeting.

• Authorized solicitor to draft restaurant grease‑trap ordinance (approved)
• Amended plastic‑bag ordinance to ban polystyrene containers (approved)
• Supported application for Sustainable PA certification (approved)
• Decided to apply for PECO Green Region grant (~$10,000) for shade trees (approved)
• Favored revised $87,990 beacon bid for 5th & Providence Road (committee recommendation)
• Postponed State & Veterans Square mural installation to spring 2026 (postponed)
• Declared no opposition to 508 N. Olive Street lot‑coverage variance (non‑opposition)
• Approved letter of support for 321‑323 W. Front Street zoning variances (support)

Environmental Advisory Council

The Environmental Advisory Council will review a proposal to adopt a Climate Action Plan with a 2035 carbon neutrality goal and discuss a revised plastic bag ordinance. The council will also receive updates on recycling grants, EV charging, and a traveling glass bin program.

• Proposal to adopt Climate Action Plan with 2035 carbon neutrality goal
• Review of revised Plastic Bag Ordinance for borough council
• PECO Green Region Grant application for tree plantings
• Traveling Glass Bin program seeking borough approval
• Public Works Department exploring weed torch alternatives

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will adopt the meeting agenda and approve the September 2025 minutes. It will hear public comment and consider several applications, including a SALDO request to convert the former Rite Aid building at 510 E Baltimore Ave into a flagship car wash. The commission will also review zoning relief requests for 508 N Olive Street, 321‑323 W Front St, and 20 W 3 rd St. Committee and council liaison reports will be presented.

• SALDO application to convert former Rite Aid building at 510 E Baltimore Ave into a flagship car wash
• Zoning relief request for lot coverage ratios at 508 N Olive Street
• Zoning request to allow end‑on‑end parking at 321‑323 W Front St
• Request to continue non‑conformities at 20 W 3 rd St

Recreation Board

The Recreation Board will approve the previous meeting minutes and discuss budget balance. It will review past September events and confirm volunteers for upcoming Halloween Parade, PumpkinPalooza, and senior luncheons. New business includes voting on holiday events such as Cocoa & Cookies, Winter Solstice, and a decorating contest, and reviewing the preliminary 2026 calendar. The Board will also consider applications and structure for a new recreation "Day of" event crew.

• Approval of meeting minutes
• Votes on holiday events (Cocoa & Cookies, Winter Solstice, decorating contest)
• Planning and volunteer coordination for Halloween Parade and PumpkinPalooza
• Review of preliminary 2026 recreation calendar
• Discussion of Recreation Board applications and "Day of" event crew roles

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee will consider three ZHB applications: a dimensional relief request for 508 N. Olive Street, a request to allow end‑on‑end parking for 321-323 W Front St reet, and a request to continue non‑conformities at 20 W 3rd St reet. The meeting will also include updates on the Front Street Overlay Ordinance and the Grease Trap Ordinance. All items are scheduled for discussion.

• 508 N. Olive Street ZHB Application – Request for Dimensional Relief
• 321-323 W Front St reet ZHB Application – Request to allow end on end parking
• 20 W 3rd St reet ZHB Application – Request to continue non-conformities
• Front Street Overlay Ordinance Update
• Grease Trap Ordinance Update

Public Safety Committee

The committee will review permits for three upcoming public events and receive reports from the police and fire departments. Members will also discuss the electric scooter policy.

• Delaware County Veteran’s Day Parade permit (11/11)
• Harvest Festival Cookout permit (10/25)
• National Faith and Blue Event permit (10/10)
• Body camera and street camera updates
• Electric scooter policy discussion

Properties and Public Works Committee

The Properties and Public Works Committee will meet to discuss facility maintenance and infrastructure updates. The body will review bids for maintenance and the status of the parking garage.

• Facility Maintenance Bid Overview
• Sale of 2014 Ford Explorer via Municibid
• Parking Garage Update
• State Street Winter Planters
• Weekend Trash Pickup Update

Zoning Hearing Board

The Zoning Hearing Board will review an application for a variance at 6 West Eighth Street. The applicant, Brian J. and Barbara L. McGrath, seeks to increase the building coverage ratio of the principal structure to 21.7 percent, exceeding the district maximum of 13 percent under Section 311.B-24.B (1). The board will decide whether to grant the variance.

• Variance request for 6 West Eighth St. to raise building coverage ratio to 21.7% (max 13%) – applicant Brian J. & Barbara L. McGrath, Map No. 26-01-273-003, R-1 District

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council will consider several financial actions, including adopting the 2025 Minimum Municipal Obligation for Police Officers of $791,562 and for non‑uniformed employees of $0. The agenda also includes approval of a low‑bid contract for a rectangular rapid flashing beacon traffic‑calming project at 5th and Providence Road, and payment of August bills totaling $407,147.68. Additional items are a mass‑gathering permit for the Visit Delco 10‑Miler and approval of hiring Alexis McManus as Finance Coordinator.

• Approve low‑bid contract for Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon Traffic Calming project at 5th and Providence Road (amount not specified)
• Adopt 2025 Minimum Municipal Obligation for Police Officers: $791,562
• Adopt 2025 Minimum Municipal Obligation for Non‑Uniformed Employees: $0
• Pay August bills: General Fund $342,873.73; Recreation Fund $3,935.94; Capital Fund $60,383.01; total $407,147.68
• Approve hiring of Alexis McManus as Finance Coordinator

The borough council approved several budget items, including a $791,562 municipal obligation for police officers, a $0 obligation for non‑uniformed employees, and payment of August bills totaling $407,147.68. It also approved the 2026 Healthcare Renewal & Purchase Agreement. Additionally, the council granted mass‑gathering permits for the Delco 10‑Miler race and a Pride Flag mural, and hired a new finance coordinator.

• Approved minutes of August 21, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Healthcare Renewal & Purchase Agreement (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025 Minimum Municipal Obligation for non‑uniformed employees $0 (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025 Minimum Municipal Obligation for police officers $ 791,562 (unanimous)
• Ratified payment of August bills $407,147.68 (unanimous)
• Approved mass gathering permit for Visit Delco PA Delco 10‑Miler (unanimous)
• Approved mass gathering permit for Media Arts Council Pride Flag Street Mural (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of Alexis McManus as Finance Coordinator (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Media Finance Committee will discuss updates on pension funds, the 2026 pension plan minimum municipal obligations, a resident's tree‑damage claim, a digital communications proposal, ClearGov service renewals, the 2026 preliminary General Fund budget, and the August 2025 financial statements.

• Pension Funds Update – Marquette Associates
• Tree Damage Claim – Resident request for reimbursement of deductible
• Dandelions Digital Proposal – 2026 Borough Digital Communications
• 2026 ClearGov Renewals
• 2026 Preliminary Budget – General Fund

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will review several items, including safety education programs, updates on a traffic‑calming painting project, and a proposed Residential Parking Program Ordinance. The committee will also discuss parking demand at the County Courthouse, a daylighting project at Front and Monroe Streets, and make a traffic‑calming announcement.

• Review of DCTMA Safety Educational Programs
• Update on MAC Traffic Calming Painting Project
• Consideration of Residential Parking Program Ordinance
• Discussion of County Courthouse Parking Demand
• Daylighting intersection at Front and Monroe Streets

Environmental Advisory Council

The Environmental Advisory Council will approve July minutes and discuss the FY 2026 budget, noted as likely $2000. Members will receive updates on grant applications for LED streetlights on State Street and a planning grant for Plum Street North and South. The council will review the draft Polystyrene/Black Propylene Plastic (#5) ordinance, which the solicitor will prepare for a vote next month with an effective date of Jan 1 2026. Additional topics include the EV jitney and comprehensive bicycle plan grant submissions to DVRPC’s Travel Options Program.

• FY 2026 Budget – likely $2000
• Polystyrene/Black Propylene Plastic (#5) ordinance draft for upcoming vote
• LED streetlight grant for State Street under Main Street Matters Program
• EV jitney grant application to DVRPC Travel Options Program
• Comprehensive Bicycle plan grant submission to DVRPC Travel Options Program

Shade Tree Commission

The Commission will discuss a sewer pipe sleeving presentation and specific sidewalk and tree tagging issues. Members will evaluate the health of trees at several residential and park locations. The meeting also includes a list of specific street locations for upcoming fall tree plantings.

• Tree health evaluations at 20 E. 5th, 446/447 E. Franklin, Philip Green Park, 806 N. Olive, 537 N. Lemon, and 207 West St
• Fall planting of Nyssa Sylvatica at 207 E. Lincoln St, 201 and 321 E. Jefferson St, S. Ave/Franklin, 321 S. Orange St, and W. 4th St
• Fall planting of Cladrastis Kentukea at 241 and 243 E. 3rd St and the 300 block of Haldeman St
• Fall planting of Cornus Florida at 107 E. Front St, 12 W. Ridge Rd, and 307 S. Ave
• Discussion of sidewalk issue at 311 E Front St

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council will consider awarding a bid for a traffic calming beacon at 5th and Providence Road and discuss the 2026 minimum municipal obligation for police and non-uniformed employees. The council will also review a sidewalk reimbursement request and a land development application for 510 E Baltimore Avenue.

• Award bid for Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon at 5th and Providence Road
• Consider 2026 Minimum Municipal Obligation for Police and Non-Uniformed employees
• Consider 2026 Healthcare Renewal and Purchase Agreement
• Review Roccia sidewalk reimbursement request
• Consider Land Development application for 510 E Baltimore Avenue

Media Borough Council held a workshop meeting on September 4, 2025. Council members heard numerous public comments supporting an amendment to the plastic bag ban that would also prohibit polystyrene and black plastic take‑out containers. The minutes record no votes, approvals, denials, or other formal actions on the amendment.

Planning Commission

The Media Borough Planning Commission will meet to discuss a SALDO application for the former Rite Aid building. The body will review a proposal to convert the site into a Flagship car wash.

• SALDO Application: Proposed conversion of 510 E Baltimore Ave to a Flagship car wash

The Media Borough Planning Commission adopted the September 2 agenda after a motion by David and second by Harold. The commission approved the August 2025 minutes, with Emily abstaining and Katie absent. The meeting was adjourned unanimously following a motion by Emily and second by Katie. No formal decisions were made on the SALDO car‑wash application; the owners will return with comments at the October meeting.

• Adopted agenda (motion by David, seconded by Harold)
• Approved August 2025 minutes (motion by Harold, seconded by Roberto; Emily abstained)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously (motion by Emily, seconded by Katie)

Recreation Board

The Recreation Board is meeting to review updates on the 175th Birthday Bash and various seasonal events. The body will discuss the Pumpkinpalooza voting process and the MHAC 175 photo project.

• 175th Birthday Bash
• MHAC 175 Photo project
• Pumpkinpalooza Voting Process
• Halloween Boo Crew
• September and October Movie Nights

Public Safety Committee

The Media Public Safety Committee will discuss a mass gathering permit for the Delco 10 Miler on September 28, 2025, and review updates from the Police and Fire Departments. The committee will also address a stop sign request at South Olive and West Franklin Streets and consider an electric scooter policy.

• Mass Gathering Permit – Delco 10 Miler on September 28, 2025
• Stop sign request at South Olive and West Franklin Streets
• Electric scooter policy discussion

Zoning Hearing Board

The Media Zoning Hearing Board will review two applications at this meeting. One seeks a variance for building coverage at 6 West Eighth Street, while the other requests approval to repair a nonconforming pole sign at 414 East Baltimore Pike.

• Variance request for 21.7% building coverage at 6 West Eighth Street (R-1 district, max 13% permitted)
• Special exception to repair nonconforming pole sign at 414 East Baltimore Pike (HBO Highway Business-Office District)

Properties and Public Works Committee

The Properties and Public Works Committee will discuss the Sunday Alcoholics Anonymous rental agreement, review proposed 2026 capital improvement items, receive a Ridge Road project update, review the interim layout for North Plum Street Mall, and hear a public works operations highlight. All items are informational or procedural.

• Sunday Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Rental Agreement
• 2026 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Items review
• Ridge Road Project Update
• North Plum Street Mall Interim Layout review

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee will discuss a commercial use request and a zoning amendment for existing structures. The body will also review a grease trap ordinance and provide an update on Hometown Hero Banners.

• Commercial use request for 12 W Front Street
• HFBC Zoning amendment regarding R1, R2, and R3 for existing structures
• Grease trap ordinance
• Hometown Hero Banner update

Borough Council

The Borough Council will discuss mid-year budget adjustments and the approval of several construction bids. The meeting includes votes on grant submissions for State and Plum Streets and the authorization of a residential conversion overlay for Front Street.

• Low bids from A.G. Cipolloni & Sons for Jefferson and Lemon project ($67,460) and ADA ramp project ($80,008.50)
• Resolution #2025-36 regarding 2025 Mid-Year Budget Adjustments
• Payment of bills totaling $467,903.52
• Proposal from Witmer for police department firearms in the amount of $16,004
• Zoning Hearing Board applications for 6 W. 8th Street and 414 E. Baltimore Avenue

The council approved the 2025 budget adjustments, maintaining a balanced budget even though $71,000 in added costs were offset by higher revenues. It also approved several contracts and resolutions, including a $16,004 police firearms purchase, a $67,460 Jefferson & Lemon road project, an $80,008.50 ADA ramp project, and a speed‑bump policy amendment. Additional actions included authorizing a residential conversion overlay, approving a new borough pay study, and adopting a mass‑gathering permit for a school event.

• Approved 2025 budget adjustments, balanced despite $71,000 added costs (unanimous)
• Approved police firearms purchase from Witmer for $16,004 (unanimous)
• Approved low bid from A.G. Cipolloni & Sons for Jefferson & Lemon Project, $67,460 (unanimous)
• Approved low bid from A.G. Cipolloni & Sons for ADA Ramp Project, $80,008.50 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-33 amending Speed Bump Policy (unanimous)
• Authorized solicitor to draft Front Street Residential Conversion Overlay (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-39 Borough Pay Study adopting new pay bands (unanimous)
• Approved mass gathering permit for Media Elementary Back‑to‑School Block Party (unanimous)

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission will discuss a sidewalk issue at 311 E Front St and provide updates on tree signs and public education. The body will also conduct evaluations for tree removals or health assessments at 13 specific locations.

• Sidewalk issue at 311 E Front St
• PECO removal evaluations at 416, 402, and 346 W. Baltimore
• Removal evaluation for root structure/tripping hazard at 419 W. Baltimore Ave
• Storm damage evaluations at 110 S. Lemon St, 318 W. 2nd St, 119/117 W. 4th St, and 132 E. 5th St
• Removal evaluation for sidewalk and sewer line damage at 24 E. 6th St

Planning Commission

The Media Borough Planning Commission will review a land development application for a car wash and two zoning requests. The body will also receive a report from the Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee.

• Proposed conversion of former Rite Aid at 510 E Baltimore Ave to a Flagship car wash
• Variance request for 6 W 8th St to increase building coverage to 21.7%
• Special Exception request for a pole mounted sign at 414 E. Baltimore Ave

The Planning Commission unanimously approved a revised agenda that removed the SALDO application. The July 2025 minutes were approved with Katie abstaining and the rest in favor. The commission unanimously recommended that Borough Council not oppose a variance for 6 W 8th St. if the applicant includes storm‑water management plans. A motion was made that Borough Council not oppose a special‑exception sign request at 414 E. Baltimore Ave., though no vote outcome was recorded. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Removed SALDO application from agenda; unanimous approval
• Approved July 2025 minutes; Katie abstained, others approved
• Recommended Borough Council not oppose variance for 6 W 8th St., conditional on stormwater management; unanimous
• Motion made that Borough Council not oppose special‑exception sign at 414 E. Baltimore Ave. (no recorded vote outcome)
• Adjourned meeting; unanimous approval

Recreation Board

The Recreation Board is meeting to discuss upcoming community events and review budget balances. The agenda focuses on planning several seasonal activities and a borough anniversary celebration.

• 175th Birthday Bash
• Ecofest Request
• September/October Movie Nights
• Halloween Parade and Pumpkinpalooza
• Porchfest and Yard Sale Weekend

Zoning Hearing Board

The Media Borough Zoning Hearing Board will review two applications for variances and appeals. The board will determine if specific property developments can proceed despite not meeting current zoning requirements.

• 203 East Fifth Street: Appeal and variance requests for lot depth (78 feet vs 110 feet required) and build-to line (14 feet vs 25 feet required)
• 21 West Front Street: Variance request for end-on-end parking for residential use
• 21 West Front Street: Continuation of Non-Conformity for existing parking stall sizes
• 21 West Front Street: Continuation of Non-Conformity for existing parking in rear and front yards

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee will discuss affordable housing and the Front Street conversion overlay. The body will also review a land development application for a car wash and a sidewalk reimbursement request.

• 510 E Baltimore car wash land development application
• Front Street conversion overlay
• Roccia sidewalk reimbursement request
• 711 N Providence parking update
• Affordable housing update

Borough Council

The Borough Council will review transportation grants and a road program contract. The meeting includes decisions on zoning variances, property easements, and a mass gathering permit for EcoFest.

• Bid from Moore Brothers Enterprise, LLC for $121,656.58 for the 2025 Road Program
• Payment of bills totaling $348,792.76 across General, Recreation, and Capital funds
• Zoning variances for 203 E. 5th Street and 21 W. Front Street
• Mass gathering permit for Transition Town Media EcoFest at Heritage Park on September 27, 2025
• Easement agreement between the Borough and Anthony Sabatelli for property on Ridley Creek Road

The borough council unanimously ratified June 2025 bills totaling $348,792.76. It also accepted a $121,656.58 bid from Moore Brothers Enterprises for the 2025 Road Program. Additional actions included authorizing the sale of a 2013 Ford Explorer, opening bids for a facilities maintenance contract, and approving an easement agreement for $45,000 (6‑1 vote). Several resolutions and permits were also approved unanimously.

• Approved Resolution 2025-31 (Ridge Road TASA Reimbursement Agreement) – unanimous
• Approved Resolution 2025-32 (DCED MTF Grant for Bollards) – unanimous
• Accepted bid from Moore Brothers Enterprises for 2025 Road Program ($121,656.58) – unanimous
• Authorized sale of 2013 Ford Explorer on Municibid – unanimous
• Authorized going out to bid for Borough Facilities Maintenance Contract – unanimous
• Approved easement agreement with Anthony Sabatelli ($45,000) – vote 6‑1 (Herman dissent)
• Ratified June bills: General $247,882.73, Recreation $9,159.59, Capital $91,750.44, Total $348,792.76 – unanimous
• Approved Mass Gathering Permit for EcoFest on Sept 27, 2025 – unanimous

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to review the financial statements from June 2025. The body will also discuss mid-year budget updates.

• June 2025 Financial Statements
• Mid-year Budget Updates

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will discuss traffic calming reports and updates for State/Veterans Square. The body will also review safety measures for West End/Baltimore Ave and a circulator concept for jitneys.

• LTAP Traffic Calming Reports
• State/Veterans Square Traffic Calming Update
• Jitney-Circulator Concept
• Third Street Bridge Update
• West End/Baltimore Ave accident history and safety measures

Environmental Advisory Council

The Environmental Advisory Council will meet to review updates on a polystyrene and black propylene plastic ordinance. The body will also discuss community choice aggregation and various sustainability initiatives.

• Polystyrene/Black Propylene Plastic (# 5) Ordinance Update
• Community Choice Aggregation Update
• Bee City pollinator seed posters and garden updates
• Gas-powered lawn equipment update
• Bicycle Friendly Community update

Recreation Board

The Recreation Board is meeting to review budget balances and provide updates on monthly happenings. The board will discuss upcoming summer activities including Movie Night, Volleyball Nights, and Porchfest.

• July 11th Movie Night
• Volleyball Nights
• Porchfest
• Ecofest Request
• DUTS Rec Table

Planning Commission

The Media Borough Planning Commission will review two zoning and SALDO applications. The body will also receive reports from the Council Liaison and the Comp Plan Steering Committee.

• Parking relief application for converting an office to multifamily residential at 21 W Front St
• Appeal of Zoning Officer's determination regarding Section 311.B-23(A) and 311.B-23(B) for 203 E 5th St
• Comp Plan Steering Committee report

The Planning Commission voted to recommend that Borough Council not oppose the parking‑relief request for 21 W Front St. It also advised the council not to oppose a lot‑depth variance (78 ft required 110 ft) and a 14‑ft build‑to‑line variance, provided a porch is added and no structures are within the 14 ft line. All motions were approved by the Commission.

• Advised Borough Council not to oppose parking relief for 21 W Front St (approved)
• Advised Borough Council not to oppose lot‑depth variance (78 ft vs. required 110 ft) (approved despite one opposition)
• Advised Borough Council not to oppose 14‑ft build‑to‑line variance with porch condition and to tell ZHB no structures within 14 ft (approved)

Public Safety Committee

The committee will consider mass gathering permits for two events scheduled for September 27, 2025. The meeting also includes reports from the Mayor, Police Department, and Fire Department.

• Delco Downhill Derby permit: Edgmont between Third and State, with Emerald, Front, and Haldeman Streets
• Transition Town Media’s Ecofest permit: Heritage Park and 5th street closure between Olive and Orange
• Police Department updates on body cameras and street cameras
• Fire Department and EMS updates

Properties and Public Works Committee

The Properties and Public Works Committee will discuss maintenance contracts and project reimbursements. The meeting includes a review of the Ridge Road Project agreement.

• MAC Rentals
• Borough Facility Maintenance Contract
• Reimbursement Agreement and Resolution for Ridge Road Project
• Storm Follow-up

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee will discuss the Hometown Heroes Program and evaluate three specific requests for zoning relief. These requests involve residential additions, conversions, and lot depth requirements.

• Hometown Heroes Program
• Zoning relief for residential addition at 500 N. Olive Street
• Zoning relief for residential conversion at 21 W. Front Street
• Zoning relief for lot depth at 203 E 5th Street

Borough Council

The Borough Council will vote on ordinances regarding State Street parking and mobile food vending. The body is also reviewing bids for traffic calming projects and various mass gathering permits.

• Ordinance No. 1173 establishing 10-minute free parking in State Street District
• Ordinance No. 1174 regulating mobile food vending services
• Bids for traffic calming projects at 5th Street/Providence Road and Lemon/Jefferson Streets
• Payment of bills totaling $962,520.32
• Mass gathering permit for Delco Downhill Derby on September 27, 2025

The borough council voted unanimously to adopt Ordinance 1174 of 2025 regulating mobile food vending services. It also approved the Vision Zero policy, a 10‑minute free parking ordinance, and authorized bids for two traffic‑calming projects. Additional unanimous actions included accepting actuarial services from Acrisure, ratifying May bill payments of $962,520.32, and approving several mass‑gathering permits.

• Approved Mobile Food Vendor Ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved Vision Zero Policy resolution (unanimous)
• Adopted 10‑minute free parking ordinance for State Street District (unanimous)
• Authorized advertisement for bids for traffic calming project at 5th St & Providence Rd (unanimous)
• Authorized advertisement for bids for traffic calming project at Lemon & Jefferson Sts (unanimous)
• Accepted Acrisure proposal for actuarial services (unanimous)
• Ratified payment of May bills totaling $962,520.32 (unanimous)
• Approved mass gathering permits for Memorial Day Parade, Delco Downhill Derby, and Media Fellowship Dance Party (unanimous)

Shade Tree Commission

The commission will discuss tree ordinances, public education, and a plan to replant the State Street Business District. Members will also conduct health evaluations for private trees at three specific residential addresses.

• Business district street tree plan for State Street
• Tree ordinances regarding developers
• Health evaluation of private tree at 37 E. Front St.
• Health evaluation of private trees at 110 E. Fourth St.
• Health evaluation of private sassafras tree at 18 West St.

Borough Council

The Borough Council will discuss traffic education and potential new ordinances for mobile vending and 10-minute free parking in the State Street District. The body is also considering bids for traffic calming projects and various mass gathering permits for local events.

• Bids for traffic calming projects at Providence Road and 5th Street, and at Lemon and Jefferson Streets
• Proposed ordinance establishing 10-minute free parking in State Street District
• Proposed Mobile Vending Ordinance
• Mass gathering permit for Delco Downhill Derby on September 27, 2025, on Edgmont Street
• Proposal from Acrisure for actuarial services

The June 5, 2025 workshop meeting featured reports, public comments, and several items for consideration, but the council did not approve, deny, or adopt any proposals. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.

Recreation Board

The Recreation Board is meeting to discuss upcoming community events and program updates. The board will review plans for the borough's 175th birthday and several new seasonal activities.

• Media’s 175th Birthday planning
• Movie Nights
• Kids Fun Run
• Garden Tours
• Fourth of July preparations

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee will meet to discuss several infrastructure and housing projects. The agenda includes reviews of a state road project and a specific property conversion. The body will also address ordinances regarding grease traps and small cell antennas.

• 7-13 State Road Project
• Office to residential conversion at 321-323 W. Front Street
• Grease Trap Ordinance
• Small Cell Antennas
• Affordable Housing Next Steps

Public Safety Committee

The Media Public Safety Committee will hear a report from the Police Department on body and street camera updates, receive a Fire Department report including EMS updates, and discuss two mass gathering permit applications. The meeting will also address public concerns about a painted stop sign and speed monitoring.

• Mass gathering permits for Delaware County Historical Society and Delco Downhill Derby on September 20, 2025
• Police Department body camera and street camera updates
• Fire Department EMS updates
• Painted stop sign at Seventh and Centennial Avenue
• Speed monitor placement near Oakmont

Borough Council

The Borough Council will vote on funding for the Third Street Bridge Project and the hiring of two part-time Parking Enforcement Officers. Members will also discuss a 10-minute free parking ordinance for the State Street District and a new Mobile Food Vending Services Ordinance.

• Change Order to JMT for $12,215 for Phase 2 Bog Turtle Study (Third Street Bridge Project)
• Proposed 10-minute free parking ordinance in the State Street District
• Authorization to draft and advertise a Mobile Food Vending Services Ordinance
• Payment of bills totaling $670,824.88
• Hiring of Aaron Ehlermann and Kanye Bean as part-time Parking Enforcement Officers

The Media Borough Council unanimously approved a series of actions, including authorizing the engineer to bid the Ridge Road storm‑water and traffic‑calming project and adopting an Open Records Policy. It also approved funding for a Bog Turtle study change order, several resolutions supporting public transportation and a grant for Barrall Field, and hired two part‑time parking enforcement officers. The meeting concluded with a motion to enter executive session for a legal matter.

• Approved $12,215 Change Order for Phase 2 Bog Turtle Study (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #2025-27 urging state support for public transportation funding (unanimous)
• Authorized Engineer to bid Ridge Road storm‑water and traffic‑calming project (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #2025-28 to submit DCED grant application for Barrall Field improvements (unanimous)
• Ratified payment of April 2025 bills (unanimous)
• Authorized Solicitor to draft and advertise Mobile Food Vending Ordinance (unanimous)
• Adopted Open Records Policy (unanimous)
• Approved Mass Gathering Permit for First Baptist Vacation Bible School (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the April 2025 financial statements. The body will also discuss a contract for actuarial services with Acrisure and business tax collection services.

• April 2025 Financial Statements
• Actuarial Services Contract with Acrisure
• Business Tax Collection Services

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will discuss the Delco Vision Zero initiative, traffic calming at State/Veteran's Square, a change order for the Third Street Bridge, recommendations from a bike survey, and a traffic calming announcement. These items are up for discussion and possible action at the May 8 meeting.

• Delco Vision Zero discussion
• State/Veteran's Square Traffic Calming
• Third Street Bridge Change Order
• Bike Survey Recommendations
• Traffic Calming Announcement

Environmental Advisory Council

The Media Environmental Advisory Council will review updates on the Polystyrene/Black Propylene Plastic (#5) Ordinance, the Climate Action Plan, and Community Choice Aggregation. The meeting also includes reports on Bee City & Bird Town initiatives, Electric Vehicle Infrastructure, and the Comprehensive Plan. No final votes are scheduled; items are presented for discussion and progress tracking.

• Polystyrene /Black Propylene Plastic (#5) Ordinance Update
• Climate Action Plan update
• Community Choice Aggregation Update
• Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Update
• Comprehensive Plan discussion

The council approved the April meeting minutes. Members voted unanimously to send a request to the borough for approval of the Media Green Neighbor Program. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved April minutes (unanimous)
• Approved sending request to borough for Media Green Neighbor Program (unanimous)

Recreation Board

The Recreation Board will review budget balance and old business including the 175th birthday and Egg Hunt, then take up new business such as Movie Nights, a Kids Fun Run, and Fourth of July planning. Monthly happenings like Game Night and Maker Night are also noted.

• Review of budget balance
• Media’s 175th Birthday (old business)
• Movie Nights (new business)
• Kids Fun Run (new business)
• Fourth of July planning (new business)

Planning Commission

The Media Borough Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting with procedural items including approval of minutes, public comment, and reports. The agenda lists Zoning/SALDO Applications and a Comp Plan Steering Committee report, but no specific applications or decisions are detailed. This meeting appears to be primarily administrative with no concrete action items described.

• Review and accept minutes from April 2025
• Public comment period
• Zoning/SALDO applications (no specifics provided)
• Comp Plan Steering Committee report
• Council Liaison report

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to review zoning and SALDO applications. The agenda also includes a report from the Comp Plan Steering Committee.

• Review of Zoning and SALDO applications
• Comp Plan Steering Committee report

The commission unanimously accepted the agenda and later approved the April 2025 minutes, with one member abstaining. Members agreed to submit ideas for the Comprehensive Plan to the chair and staff by the end of May. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 8:50 p.m.

• Agenda accepted unanimously
• April 2025 minutes approved (Emily abstained)
• Commission agreed members will submit Comprehensive Plan ideas by end of May
• Meeting adjourned unanimously

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission will discuss public education initiatives and website updates. The body will also review resident requests and evaluations for trees at several specific borough locations.

• Tree evaluation at 207 South Ave (leaning Oak)
• Tree evaluation at 525 N Monroe St (Oak with black mold)
• Tree evaluation at 306 E Front St (Oak with falling limbs)
• Request to remove two Pear trees and replace with native species at 101 N Monroe St
• Health evaluation of large Oak at 439 E Franklin St

Borough Council

Media Borough Council holds a workshop meeting to review reports from borough staff and committees, including updates on the Comprehensive Plan, police activity, and grant applications. Several ordinances and policies are under consideration, such as free parking in the State Street District and a mobile vending ordinance.

• Consider Ordinance establishing 10-minute free parking in State Street District
• Consider authorizing solicitor to draft Mobile Vending Ordinance
• Consider Ordinance amending the non-uniformed pension plan
• Consider grant application to DCED’s Greenways, trails, and recreation program (GTRP)
• Consider mass gathering permit application for First Baptist Church of Media Vacation Bible School on 3rd Street between Jackson and Monroe Streets (July 14–18, 2025) from 6pm to 8:30pm

The council voted to pursue a resolution urging the Pennsylvania legislature to maintain SEPTA funding. A motion to adjourn the meeting was made and carried. No other formal approvals, denials, or tablings were recorded.

• Agreed to pursue SEPTA funding resolution (no vote tally provided)
• Motion to adjourn passed (no vote tally provided)

Public Safety Committee

This meeting of the Media Public Safety Committee includes a decision on a mass gathering permit for First Baptist Church Vacation Bible School, which would require closing 3rd Street from Jackson to Monroe during evening hours in July. The committee will also receive reports from the mayor, police department (including body camera and street camera updates), and fire department (including EMS and Crozer updates). Public comment is invited.

• Mass gathering permit for First Baptist Church Vacation Bible School (July 14-18, 2025, 6-8:30pm) with closure of 3rd Street from Jackson to Monroe
• Police Department report including Chief McCormick's report and body camera/street camera updates
• Fire Department reports including Chief Zuccarelli's report, EMS updates, and Crozer updates

Zoning Hearing Board

The Media Borough Zoning Hearing Board will consider two applications for zoning relief. These include requests for lot consolidation and parking requirement waivers to facilitate residential conversions.

• Lot line adjustments and consolidation for 8 E 2nd St and 115 N Jackson St
• Conversion of 8 E 2nd St building to micro-flat residential
• Parking requirement relief for office-to-multifamily conversion at 100 W Front St

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council will consider authorization to advertise the 2025 Road Program, draft an ordinance for 10-minute free parking on State Street, approve a revised fee structure for room rentals, and authorize the sale of a 2016 Ford Explorer for $3,800. The council will also hear zoning hearing board applications for three properties, consider amendments to mobile food vending and pension ordinances, and vote on multiple mass gathering permits for community events in May and June.

• Authorization to advertise the 2025 Road Program
• Ordinance draft for 10-minute free parking in State Street District
• Resolution #2025-24: Revised fee structure and resident prioritization for room rentals
• Resolution #2025-25: Sale of 2016 Ford Explorer to Bethany Peterson for $3,800
• Mass gathering permits for four events including Media Fellowship House Street Dance Party and block parties

The borough council unanimously approved an ordinance allowing 10‑minute free parking via the Passport app in the State Street District and authorized advertising the 2025 Road Program. It also approved a fee‑structure revision for room rentals, the sale of a 2016 Ford Explorer for $3,800, and ratified March bill payments of $287,028.76. Several mass‑gathering permits for community events were granted, while discussion on a mobile‑food vending amendment was tabled. A resolution appointed Michael Dunn as Tree Warden/Arborist.

• Approved 10‑minute free parking ordinance via Passport app (unanimous)
• Approved advertising the 2025 Road Program (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #2025-24 revising room‑rental fee structure (unanimous)
• Approved sale of 2016 Ford Explorer for $3,800 (unanimous)
• Ratified March bill payments totaling $287,028.76 (unanimous)
• Approved mass‑gathering permits for four community events (unanimous)
• Tabled further discussion on Mobile Food Vending Services Ordinance amendment
• Appointed Michael Dunn as Tree Warden/Arborist (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Media Borough Finance Committee will review the March 2025 financial statements, receive updates on the ongoing audit, and hear about investment updates. No votes or specific dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Review of March 2025 financial statements
• Audit updates
• Investment updates

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will meet to review recommendations from a bike survey and receive an update on the RPP. The body will also discuss traffic calming measures for Jefferson and Lemon streets.

• Bike Survey Recommendations
• RPP Update
• Traffic calming for Jefferson/Lemon
• Traffic Calming Announcement

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission will discuss a postcard mailer to residents and a Tree Scavenger Hunt, receive a meeting recap from council liaison Jen Malkoun, and take public comment. A resident request for tree evaluation will be addressed with evaluations resuming in May.

• Postcard mailer to residents
• Tree Scavenger Hunt event planning
• Meeting recap by council liaison Jen Malkoun
• Public comment period
• Resident request for tree evaluation (evaluations to resume in May)

Borough Council

This is a workshop meeting of Media Borough Council. Members will consider authorizing advertisement for the 2025 Road Program, discuss 15-minute free parking in the State Street District, and hear updates from committees. They will also deliberate on several zoning applications, amendments to the mobile vending ordinance and non-uniform pension plan, and mass gathering permits for community events. No final votes are expected at this workshop.

• Consider authorization to advertise the 2025 Road Program
• Consider ZHB applications for 100 W. Front Street, 8 E. 2nd Street, and 115 N. Jackson Street
• Consider amendment to Mobile Vending Ordinance
• Consider amendment to non-uniform pension plan ordinance
• Consider revised fee structure and resident prioritization for room rentals

The council reached consensus to implement a 10‑minute free‑parking option through the Passport app in the State Street District. It also agreed to proceed with advertising the 2025 Road Program. Both actions were noted for follow‑up drafting and communication.

• Implement 10‑minute free parking via Passport App in State Street District (consensus)
• Authorize advertising of the 2025 Road Program (agreed to proceed)

Planning Commission

The Media Borough Planning Commission will consider two zoning applications at 8 E 2nd St & 115 N Jackson St and at 100 W. Front St. The agenda also includes a report from the Comp Plan Steering Committee, public comment, and approval of previous minutes. A section of the zoning code regarding changes to nonconforming uses is referenced.

• Zoning application for 8 E 2nd St & 115 N Jackson St
• Zoning application for 100 W. Front St
• Comp Plan Steering Committee report
• Public comment period
• Reference to zoning code § 311.E-50 on change of nonconforming use

The commission unanimously accepted the agenda and approved the March 5 minutes. It voted to recommend that Borough Council not oppose a parking‑relief request for 100 W. Front St. and also not oppose a reverse subdivision plan for 8 E 2nd St. and 115 N Jackson St. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 8:30 p.m.

• Agenda accepted unanimously
• March 5 minutes approved unanimously
• Recommended Borough Council not oppose parking relief at 100 W. Front St (motion passed)
• Recommended Borough Council not oppose subdivision plan for 8 E 2nd St and 115 N Jackson St (unanimous)
• Meeting adjourned unanimously

Recreation Board

The Recreation Board is meeting to coordinate logistics for the Egg Hunt and Fourth of July bookings. The body will also discuss payments for exercise instructors and planning for movie and game nights.

• Exercise Instructor Payment
• Egg Hunt day of logistics
• CPR/AED Training
• Fourth of July bookings
• Media’s 175th Birthday

Public Safety Committee

The Media Public Safety Committee will hold public comment and consider four mass gathering permit applications for events in May and June. Permits include a street dance, a block party, a school block party, and a summer festival using a parking lot. The committee will also receive reports from the Mayor, Police Department (including body camera and street camera updates), and Fire Department (including EMS and Crozer updates).

• Mass Gathering Permit: Media Fellowship House Street Dance Party & Garden Kickoff on May 4th (W. Franklin between S. Jackson and S. Plum Streets)
• Mass Gathering Permit: Nativity BVM Parish Block Party on May 10th (Franklin Street between Monroe and Church, Church Street between Franklin and Priest’s garage)
• Mass Gathering Permit: Media Elementary End of Year Block Party on May 30th (Edgmont Street between State and Front Streets)
• Mass Gathering Permit: Three Potato Four Summer Festival on June 21st or 22nd (Front Street Parking Lot)
• Police Department report includes body camera and street camera updates

Properties and Public Works Committee

The Properties and Public Works Committee will discuss a revised fee structure for room rentals, a proposal for planters on State Street, a parking garage lease with Sterling Rehabilitation Center, a parking garage utilization analysis, and an update on Ridge Road. These are discussion items; no votes are scheduled in this meeting.

• Revised fee structure for room rentals
• State St. planters proposal
• Parking garage lease with Sterling Rehabilitation Center
• Parking garage utilization analysis
• Ridge Road update

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee will review three zoning hearing board applications at 100 W. Front Street, 8 E. 2nd Street, and 115 N. Jackson Street. The committee will also consider a Mobile Vending Ordinance. Old business may be discussed.

• ZHB application – 100 W. Front Street
• ZHB application – 8 E. 2nd Street
• ZHB application – 115 N. Jackson Street
• Mobile Vending Ordinance consideration

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council will consider a DCNR C2P2 grant application for land acquisition, approve the sale of two vehicles (a 2007 GMC pickup for $3,671 and a 2014 ODB Leaf Vacuum for $18,000), and review mass gathering permits for the Delco Trans March, Delaware County Pride Parade, and Santa Parade. The council will also consider a construction inspection proposal for the Ridge Road and Olive Street stormwater project, a professional services contract for a photo archive project, and an appointment to the Environmental Advisory Council.

• Resolution #2025-20: Sale of 2007 GMC 2500HD pickup to James Hayes-Barber for $3,671
• Resolution #2025-21: Sale of 2014 ODB Leaf Vacuum to Athen Borough for $18,000
• Resolution #2025-22: DCNR C2P2 grant application for land acquisition
• Approve construction inspection proposal for Ridge Road and Olive Street stormwater project
• Mass gathering permits for Delco Trans March (March 30), Pride Parade (June 7), Santa Parade (Nov 30)

The borough council approved several contracts, sales, and financial items. Minutes from the February meetings were approved unanimously. A grant application for land acquisition and multiple permit requests were also approved.

• Approved February 6, 2025 Workshop minutes (unanimous)
• Approved February 20, 2025 Council Meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved construction inspection proposal for Ridge Road and Olive Street stormwater project (carried)
• Approved sale of 2007 GMC 2500HD Pickup Truck to James Hayes‑Barber for $3,671.00 (carried)
• Approved sale of 2014 ODB Leaf Vacuum to Athens Borough for $18,000.00 (carried)
• Approved Go2Tech 36‑month service contract for borough phone system (carried)
• Ratified February bill payments totaling $741,864.62 (carried)
• Approved DCNR C2P2 grant application for land acquisition (carried)

Transportation Committee

The Media Transportation Committee will hear announcements on traffic calming, a Third Street Bridge public meeting, a 15-minute free parking update, and bike survey recommendations. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists entirely of informational updates.

• Third Street Bridge public meeting announcement
• 15-minute free parking update
• Bike survey recommendations on bike parking
• Traffic calming announcement

Environmental Advisory Council

The Environmental Advisory Council will hear updates on the polystyrene ordinance, gas-powered leaf blowers, and road salt reduction. They will also review plans for the CRC Streams Clean-up on March 29, Bee City & Bird Town initiatives, and electric vehicle infrastructure. The meeting includes approval of March minutes and planning for the EcoTour and newsletter.

• Polystyrene Ordinance Update
• Gas-powered Leaf Blowers Update
• Road Salt Update
• CRC Streams Clean-up on March 29
• Bicycle Friendly Community Update

Borough Council

The Borough Council will discuss a mobile vending ordinance and a polystyrene ban. Members will consider several service contracts and permit applications for public events in 2025.

• Professional services contract with R&R Computer Solutions for $5,400
• Construction inspection proposal for Ridge Road and Olive Street stormwater project
• Service proposal from Go2Tech for Borough phone system
• Mass gathering permits for Delco Trans March, Delaware County Pride Parade, and Santa Parade
• DCNR C2P2 grant application for land acquisition

The Borough Council held a workshop meeting with no formal votes. They discussed a proposed ban on polystyrene and black plastic containers, debated vending regulations, and considered several contracts and grants. No decisions were made, and items were tabled for further discussion.

• Discussed polystyrene ban expansion to black plastic, with proposed grace period starting Jan 2026 and enforcement Jul 2026
• Debated vending ordinance: lottery vs. priority for long-term vendors; consensus to gather more info
• Supported DCNR C2P2 grant application for land acquisition
• Recommended approval of $5,400 contract with R&R Computer Solutions for photo archive project
• Considered Go2Tech 36-month phone system service contract
• Discussed mass gathering permits for Trans March, Pride March, and Santa Parade
• Noted Plum Street work to resume, Ridge Road stormwater project out to bid
• Recognized Bird Town PA Gold designation

Recreation Board

The Media Recreation Board will review old business including Media Day planning and address new business such as Tennis Camp instructor payment, Fourth of July rentals and music, a Lions Club donation request, and several community events like Egg Hunt, Earth Day, and America 250. No major policy changes or budget decisions are expected; the agenda is largely administrative and event-focused.

• Old Business: Media Day planning
• New Business: Tennis Camp instructor payment
• New Business: Fourth of July rentals and music
• New Business: Lions Club donation request
• New Business: Egg Hunt, Earth Day, America 250, and Sport Tickets

Planning Commission

The Media Borough Planning Commission will consider several zoning variance requests from 115 N Jackson, LLC. The requests involve setbacks, lot size, and parking for properties at 8 E 2nd St and 115 N Jackson St.

• Variance request for side yard setbacks at 8 E 2nd St & 115 N Jackson St
• Request to reduce non-conforming lot size from 7,028 s.f. to 5,864 s.f.
• Request to increase a preexisting nonconforming residential structure by more than 25%
• Request to continue parking within the rear yard
• Request to re-strip parking spaces at 8.5 feet wide

The Media Borough Planning Commission heard a presentation from Mike Kinsley on behalf of 115 North Jackson LLC seeking to adjust a property line and convert 8 E 2nd Street into a three-floor apartment building. The commission expressed concerns that the plans would increase nonconformities, and the applicant requested that no position be taken. No motion was made, and the commission took no action on the variance requests. The commission also approved the agenda and minutes with corrections, and heard reports on the Comprehensive Plan and a Zoning Hearing Board decision.

• Approved the recommended agenda unanimously
• Approved February 2024 minutes with two corrections (Katie on steering committee; strike sentence beginning with 'Davide')
• Took no position on variance requests for 8 E 2nd St and 115 N Jackson St (no motion made)
• Heard report on first Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee meeting
• Heard Council Liaison report that Zoning Hearing Board approved 401 East State Street request (4-1)
• Adjourned unanimously

Recreation Board

The Recreation Board will consider old business including plans for Media's 175th Birthday celebration and a budget for a movie projector. New business includes the EAC's Earth Day Eco Tour, an Egg Hunt, a youth sports donation request, and future sign-up forms for yard sales, garden tours, tennis camp, Porchfest, and CPR/AED training.

• Media's 175th Birthday planning
• Movie Projector Budget
• EAC's Earth Day Eco Tour
• Youth Sport Donation Request
• Egg Hunt

Zoning Hearing Board

The Media Borough Zoning Hearing Board will consider a special exception request from Diane Corbett to change the existing non-conforming use of a contracting business at 401 East State Street to a hair salon. The applicant must show that the conforming use cannot reasonably be changed to a conforming use and that the proposed change is no more objectionable in external effects.

• Special exception request for change of non-conforming use at 401 East State Street from contracting business to hair salon

Properties and Public Works Committee

The Properties and Public Works Committee will discuss a parking garage feasibility study, programming for Minshall House with Providence Friends Meeting, maintenance of State Street planters, an update on the Media Youth Center Carriage House lease, and a contract for Borough Hall generator annual maintenance. No decisions have been made; these are discussion topics.

• Parking Garage Feasibility Study
• Minshall House Programming: Providence Friends Meeting
• State Street Planters
• Media Youth Center Carriage House Lease Update
• Borough Hall Generator Annual Maintenance Contract

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee will meet to discuss regulations regarding mobile vending. The body will also receive an update on the conversion of office spaces to residential use.

• Mobile vending regulations
• Office to residential conversion update

Borough Council

Borough Council will review contracts for strategic planning and a 10-year comprehensive plan. The body is also deciding on land use settlements, equipment sales, and multiple mass gathering permits for 2025 events.

• Contract with FHI not to exceed $103,500 for Comprehensive Plan services
• Payment of January bills totaling $851,860.21
• Proposal with Meyner Center not to exceed $4,830 for strategic visioning planning
• Authorization to sell a 2007 GMC 2500HD, 2016 Ford Police Interceptor, and 2014 Leaf Vacuum Trailer on Municibid
• Settlement of land use appeal for 405 Pearl Street

The Media Borough Council approved a contract with FHI for comprehensive plan services not to exceed $103,500, and authorized a County Aid application for road resurfacing. They also approved the sale of surplus equipment, audit engagement letters, and a strategic visioning proposal. Numerous mass gathering permits for 2025 events were ratified or approved, and several personnel actions were taken.

• Approved contract with FHI for Comprehensive Plan services not to exceed $103,500
• Authorized application for County Liquid Fuel Tax Funds for milling and resurfacing streets (Resolution #2025-15)
• Approved sale of equipment and vehicle on Municibid (2007 GMC 2500HD, 2016 Ford Police Interceptor, 2014 Leaf Vacuum Trailer)
• Approved Barbacane engagement letters for FY 2024 audits
• Approved Meyner Center proposal for strategic visioning planning not to exceed $4,830
• Ratified hiring of police officer William Smith
• Approved Resolution #2025-19 appointing Woody Kotch to EAC
• Approved multiple mass gathering permits for 2025 events

Finance Committee

The Media, Pennsylvania Finance Committee is meeting to discuss a pension funds update and review January 2025 financial statements. The agenda is largely procedural. No major decisions are listed. The meeting is for discussion and review of financial matters.

Transportation Committee

The Media Borough Transportation Committee meets to hear updates and discussions on traffic calming projects, including Baltimore Avenue and intersections at Jefferson/Lemon and 5th/Providence. They will also review the results of a Bicycle Friendly America study and a communication plan for the first 15-minute free parking in the State Street District. All items are for discussion only; no formal votes are listed.

• Traffic Calming Awareness Announcement
• Bicycle Friendly America Study Results
• Baltimore Ave Traffic Calming discussion
• Traffic Calming Projects Update (Jefferson/Lemon and 5th/Providence)
• State St. District ‘First 15-Minute Free Parking’ Communication Plan

Borough Council

At this workshop meeting, Borough Council will receive reports from the manager, engineer, solicitor, and mayor. Items for discussion include a land use appeal settlement for 405 Pearl Street, a contract for a 10-year comprehensive plan, sale of surplus vehicles and equipment, and multiple mass gathering permits for 2025 events. No final votes are expected; the meeting is for deliberation and committee updates.

• Consider authorizing settlement of land use appeal for 405 Pearl Street
• Consider approval of contract with FHI for comprehensive plan services and a resolution to apply for PA Municipal Assistance Program funding
• Consider sale of 2007 GMC 2500HD pickup, 2016 Ford Police Interceptor SUV, and 2014 Leaf Vacuum Trailer on Municibid
• Consider approval of Pennsylvania Department of General Services road salt purchase agreement for August 2025–July 2026
• Consider submission of application for County Liquid Fuel Tax Funds to mill and resurface various streets

The February 6, 2025 workshop meeting was procedural, with no formal votes taken. Council discussed several agenda items, including the sale of surplus equipment via Municibid, a road salt purchase agreement, an audit engagement letter, and multiple mass gathering permits for upcoming events. No decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Discussed sale of 2007 GMC 2500HD, 2016 Ford Police Interceptor, 2014 Leaf Vacuum Trailer on Municibid
• Discussed approval of PA DGS road salt purchase agreement for 2025-2026 season
• Discussed County Liquid Fuel Tax application for street milling and resurfacing
• Discussed Barbacane engagement letters for FY 2024 audits
• Discussed settlement of land use appeal for 405 Pearl Street
• Discussed mass gathering permits for Eagles Parade, Spring Art Show, Dining Under the Stars, and other events

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission will discuss the local tree ordinance and review applications for the Borough Arborist position. The body will also consider the installation of informative signs regarding the benefits of shade trees.

• Review of applications for Borough Arborist
• Discussion of Tree Ordinance
• Proposed informative signs on trees
• Tree trim request for 340 W 4th Street

Planning Commission

The Media Borough Planning Commission will hold a reorganization meeting to elect officers and review October 2024 minutes. The main substantive item is a zoning application from Diane M Corbett seeking a special exception under §311.E50 to change the use of the property at 401 E State Street. The commission will also take public comment and receive committee and council liaison reports.

• Reorganization: election of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary
• Review and approval of October 2024 minutes
• Public comment period
• Zoning application: 401 E State St – special exception for change of use under §311.E-50
• Officer/committee and council liaison reports

Recreation Board

The Media Borough Recreation Board will meet to approve minutes and hear public comment. They will discuss old business including feedback from I Heart Media Day and board positions. New business includes planning for Media Borough’s 175th Birthday and individual commitments to 2025 calendar events.

• I Heart Media Day feedback discussion
• Board positions discussions
• Media Borough’s 175th Birthday planning
• Individual commitments to 2025 calendar events
• Monthly Happenings updates: Game Night, Maker Night, Senior Dine Around, Rock Garden Bi-Monthly App Challenge

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee is meeting to discuss four items: a zoning application for 401 E State Street, proposed recommendations for regulating street vendors, a contract for the comprehensive plan with FHI, and an update on changes to Plum Street. These are discussions and recommendations; no final decisions are being made at this committee meeting.

• 401 E State Street zoning application en route to the February Zoning Hearing Board
• Discussion on recommendations for regulating street vendors
• FHI comprehensive plan contract
• Plum Street change update

Properties and Public Works Committee

The Properties and Public Works Committee will discuss extending Borough Hall hours, review 2025 Council priorities, consider equipment sales, and receive an update on the Ridge Road Stormwater Project. No specific dollar amounts or votes are listed in the agenda.

• Borough Hall hour extension proposal
• Discussion of 2025 Council priorities
• Potential equipment sales by the borough
• Ridge Road Stormwater Project update

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review 2025 cash management and investment considerations with PFM Asset Management/PLGIT. The body will also examine December 2024 financial statements and a strategic plan proposal. Discussions include 2025 priorities regarding audits, budgetary controls, and asset inventory.

• 2025 Cash Management/Investment Considerations
• December 2024 Financial Statements
• Strategic Plan Proposal
• Audit Engagement Letters from Barbacane Thornton & Company
• 2025 Finance Priorities including ACFR and Fixed Asset Inventory

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council will hold a regular meeting on January 16, 2025, with agenda items including public comment, committee reports, and several resolutions and ordinances. Key actions include amendments to the Traffic and Parking Ordinance (No. 1170) and the non-uniform pension plan (Ordinance No. 1171), as well as police promotions and reappointments to boards and commissions. The council will also approve the payment of bills totaling $667,414.79 across several funds.

• Ordinance No. 1170 – Traffic and Parking Ordinance amendments
• Ordinance No. 1171 – amending the non-uniform pension plan
• Payment of bills: $667,414.79 (General, Recreation, Liquid Fuels, Capital funds)
• Promotion of Sergeant Matthew Bellucci to Lieutenant and Officer Anthony Dintino to Sergeant
• Mass gathering permit for Winter and Summer Farmer's Markets

The Media Borough Council approved two police promotions, adopted a traffic and parking amendments ordinance, and ratified numerous board and commission appointments. The council also approved the December bills totaling $667,414.79 and ratified a mass gathering permit for the farmer's market. All decisions were made unanimously.

• Promoted Sergeant Matthew Bellucci to Lieutenant (unanimous)
• Promoted Officer Anthony Dintino to Sergeant (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 1170 (Traffic and Parking Amendments) (unanimous)
• Ratified December bills totaling $667,414.79 (unanimous)
• Ratified mass gathering permit for winter/summer farmer's market (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 1171 (Non-Uniform Pension Plan amendment) (unanimous)
• Reappointed Adam Levine, Walt Cressler, and John Jay Smith to Historical Archives Commission (unanimous)
• Reappointed Dave Sibley, Tim D'Iganzio, and Michael Straw to Media Business Authority (unanimous)

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will meet to review the implementation of a residential parking program. Members will also discuss traffic calming at the Baltimore and Orange intersection and the status of the Third Street Bridge project.

• Residential Parking Program implementation
• Traffic calming at Baltimore/Orange intersection
• Orange Street County Parking Lot
• Third Street Bridge Project status
• 2025 Council Priorities

Environmental Advisory Council

The Environmental Advisory Council is meeting to provide updates on local environmental initiatives and ordinances. The body will discuss administrative vacancies and progress on sustainability programs.

• Update on "Styrofoam" Ordinance
• Review of Ready For 100 Resolution
• Community Choice Aggregation update
• Updates on leaf blower and idling regulations
• Electronic Vehicle Infrastructure update

Recreation Board

The Media Recreation Board holds a regular meeting with standing items, old business including a holiday event recap, and new business items. Key discussions include board participation and elections, a sponsorship request for the Lunar New Year Lion Dance, and planning for I ♥ Media Day and the borough's 175th birthday.

• Holiday event recap and feedback
• Board participation and membership
• 2025 Board Elections
• Sponsorship for Lunar New Year Lion Dance
• Media Borough's 175th birthday planning

Borough Council

The Borough Council will discuss committee assignments and a traffic calming education campaign. The body is considering several appointments to local commissions and boards, as well as two police department promotions.

• Consideration of promotions for Sergeant Matthew Bellucci to Lieutenant and Officer Anthony Dintino to Sergeant
• Discussion of a traffic calming education campaign and potential amendments to the traffic ordinance
• Consideration of an ordinance amending the non-uniform pension plan
• Appointments and re-appointments for the Historical Archives Commission, Media Business Authority, and Planning Commission
• Consideration of resignations from the Environmental Advisory Council and Historical Archives Commission

The Borough Council workshop meeting on January 2, 2025, was largely procedural, with no substantive votes taken. Council agreed to approve the mass gathering permit for the Farmer's Market and ratify it at the legislative meeting. Several appointments and reappointments to boards and commissions were announced, along with police promotions and a traffic calming campaign.

• Approved mass gathering permit for Farmer's Market (to be ratified at legislative meeting)
• Announced reappointment of Adam Levine and Walt Cressler to Historical Archives Commission
• Announced appointment of Jay Smith to Historical Archives Commission
• Announced reappointments of Dave Sibley, Tim D'Iganzio, and Michael Straw to Media Business Authority
• Announced reappointments of Katie Friesen and Ken Huppman to Planning Commission
• Announced reappointment of Jim Pompetti to ICC/Life Safety Appeals Board
• Announced reappointment of Joan Hagan to Vacancy Board
• Announced promotion of Sgt. Matthew Bellucci to Lieutenant and Officer Anthony Dintino to Sergeant