New Hope public meetings in 2023

New Hope Shade Tree Commission

The New Hope Shade Tree Commission is meeting to approve minutes, review old business, and discuss new items including a tree trim request and long-term planting plans. Pending items include grant opportunities, Bucks Beautiful bulbs, and a Tree City USA application.

• Approval of minutes from November 15th meeting
• Application: 93 West Ferry St. (Trim tree behind library)
• Tree trimmed at 111 S. Stoney Hill Rd
• Discussion of long-term street tree replacement plan
• Next meeting scheduled for January 17, 2024

New Hope Borough Council

The New Hope Borough Council is holding its regular meeting on December 19, 2023, in the Borough's Community Room and via Zoom. The agenda contains only a reference to a PDF document, with no specific items listed, indicating the meeting is procedural or the details are in the attached file.

• Meeting held in Borough Community Room and via Zoom
• Public access via Zoom with Meeting ID 879 9136 8168

New Hope Planning Commission

The New Hope Planning Commission is meeting to review a waiver of subdivision and land development application for 12-24 Waterloo St (SD23-2) and to review comprehensive plan proposals. The agenda also includes public comment and approval of the November 20, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Review of waiver of subdivision and land development application SD23-2 for 12-24 Waterloo St
• Review of Comprehensive Plan Proposals
• Public comment period
• Approval of November 20, 2023 meeting minutes

New Hope Zoning Hearing Board

The New Hope Zoning Hearing Board will meet to consider a continued application and a new appeal. The main item is an appeal by James and Celeste Manitta against a zoning violation notice for their property at 28 W. Bridge Street, which is being used as an events center. The board will also continue a separate application for properties on North Main and East Randolph Streets to a future date.

• Appeal of zoning violation notice for 28 W. Bridge St. (events center use, parking, tents)
• Continued application Docket #468 for 36 N. Main St., 22 N. Main St., 13 E. Randolph St. (Landing Property, LLC)
• Request for interpretation or variance to allow events center activities at 28 W. Bridge St.

New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB)

The New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board will review three applications and three sign installations, including one for a second-floor bump-out created without prior approval. The board will also approve the November minutes. All items are for review and discussion; no final decisions are noted on the agenda.

• Tuan Tran/11 East Bridge Street: unapproved second-floor bump-out facing South Main Street
• Barley Custom Homes/135 Old York Road: chimney and back porch extension with other small renovations
• Neisha Mohinani/127D South Main Street: exterior painting
• Sign installations at 15 West Ferry Street Unit A, 40 West Bridge Street, and 110 South Main Street
• Approval of November minutes

New Hope Parks & Recreation Board

The board is managing the transition to holiday decorations and the installation of cement pads for park sculptures. Members are also coordinating the future planting of daffodil bulbs provided by the Shade Tree Commission.

• Budget balance of $2,000
• Installation of cement pads at Visitor Ctr and Lenape Park on 11/27
• Placement of 'Perihelion' sculpture at Visitor Ctr and 'Windy Ribbon' at Lenape Park
• Holiday decorating schedule from 11/29 to 12/2
• Planning for daffodil bulb planting

New Hope Borough Council

The New Hope Borough Council is holding its regular meeting on November 21, 2023, in the Borough's Community Room and via Zoom. The agenda document is available, but no specific agenda items are listed in the provided text.

New Hope Planning Commission

The New Hope Planning Commission is meeting to discuss a sign ordinance and review its procedures and 2024 meeting schedule. The agenda also includes public comment and approval of the October 16, 2023 minutes.

• Sign ordinance discussion
• Planning Commission procedures and 2024 meeting schedule
• Approval of October 16, 2023 meeting minutes
• Public comment

New Hope Shade Tree Commission

The New Hope Shade Tree Commission is meeting to review old business, including potential grant opportunities, a tree order pickup, and a letter sent to a property owner based on tree inventory results. They will also discuss new business such as the submitted annual report, the Tree City USA application, and long-term plans for future plantings and a street tree replacement plan.

• Letter to property owner at 111 Stoney Hill Rd based on inventory results
• Tree City USA application started
• November Annual Report submitted
• PHS Bare Root Tree order pickup, Port Richmond (Riverwoods HOA)
• Long-range street tree replacement plan to be developed

New Hope Borough Council

This is a workshop meeting of the New Hope Borough Council, held in the Borough's Community Room and via Zoom. The agenda contains no substantive items; it is purely procedural, with no listed decisions or discussions.

New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB)

The New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board will review several applications for exterior changes to historic properties, including sign replacements, painting, window restoration, and a rear addition. Two items at 21 West Ferry Street were completed without prior approval and will be reviewed retroactively. The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Union Square Condo Association/50 West Bridge Street: replace large entry sign
• Patricia Von Musulin/21 West Ferry Street: exterior painting and shutter/window repair completed without approval
• 71 West Ferry Street/Bellafronte & Morello: reappearance due to expired zoning permit
• 17-19 West Mechanic Street/Ralph Fey: window/door replacement and stucco removal
• Thomas Kelly/100 West Bridge Street: second-floor rear addition and material restoration

New Hope Parks & Recreation Board

The New Hope Parks & Recreation Board is meeting to review and approve August minutes, discuss finances, and plan for the upcoming holiday season. They will also address board changes, including new member Lesley Larson and two resignations, and receive updates on ongoing projects.

• Review/approval of August meeting minutes
• Fall/Winter budget: approximately $2,000 remaining for holiday decorating
• 2024 budget submitted to borough
• Two board resignations: Joanne and Sally
• Updates on National Habitat Certification and Sculptures In Our Parks

New Hope Shade Tree Commission

The New Hope Shade Tree Commission is meeting to approve minutes, review old business, and discuss new items including tree removal/replacement applications and long-term planning. The agenda includes pending items like grant opportunities and a tree order, as well as new business such as applications for Callery Pears on New Street and letters to property owners.

• Applications for 64, 66, 68 New Street to remove/replace Callery Pears (#1270, #1272, #1411, #1412)
• Relocation of hackberry at Ferry Landing Park marked as done
• PHS Bare Root Tree order for Riverwoods HOA pending
• Two letters mailed to property owners based on inventory results
• Discussion of long-range street tree replacement plan with risk management

New Hope Borough Council

The New Hope Borough Council is holding its regular meeting on October 17, 2023, in the Borough's Community Room and via Zoom. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed in the provided text.

• Meeting held in Borough Community Room and via Zoom
• Public can attend live or via Zoom (Meeting ID: 834 7028 8484, Password: 968252)
• Agenda PDF available for October 17, 2023

New Hope Zoning Hearing Board

The New Hope Zoning Hearing Board will consider a continued application for a property at 28 W. Bridge St., where the owners appeal a zoning violation notice for using the property as an events center. The board will also review a new application to expand a nonconforming structure at 71 W. Ferry St. One application, for properties on North Main and East Randolph streets, is scheduled but will be continued to a future date.

• Appeal of zoning violation notice for events center use at 28 W. Bridge St. (Docket #474)
• Request for variance to allow events center activities and modify prior board conditions
• Special exception and variances to expand nonconforming townhouse at 71 W. Ferry St. (Docket #478)
• Application for 36 N. Main St., 22 N. Main St., and 13 E. Randolph St. continued to future date (Docket #468)

New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB)

The New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board will consider an amendment to a previously approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 22 South Main Street. The applicant proposes to remove the handicapped access ramp and instead lower the interior first floor to sidewalk level for ADA access, and add floodproofing measures. The board will also approve the minutes from the September 6, 2023 meeting.

• Amendment to Certificate of Appropriateness for 22 South Main Street
• Elimination of handicapped access ramp and railing from West Elevation
• Lowering interior first floor to be flush with sidewalk for ADA access
• Floodproofing via stem wall and removable floodproofing gates

New Hope Shade Tree Commission

The New Hope Shade Tree Commission is meeting to approve minutes, review pending old business, and discuss new items including tree removal/replacement applications, a newsletter, and long-term street tree planning. The agenda includes both routine administrative tasks and substantive discussions about tree management.

• Applications for tree removal/replacement at 101 Old York Road and 61 N. Main St. (#73 & #74)
• Relocation of hackberry tree at Ferry Landing Park
• PHS Bare Root Tree order for Riverwoods HOA
• Letters to property owners based on tree inventory results (two mailed)
• Long-range street tree replacement plan with risk management

New Hope Zoning Hearing Board

The New Hope Zoning Hearing Board will consider four applications at its September 14, 2023 meeting. These include a pool construction variance request, two appeals of zoning violations, and a school district request for variances to build taller structures and remove trees. The board will decide whether to grant the requested variances and interpretations.

• 96 N. Main St.: variance for pool, impervious surface up to 44%, reduced setbacks, and flood elevation equipment
• 121 Lakeview Dr.: appeal of Notice of Violation regarding 'Family' definition for rental occupancy
• 28 W. Bridge St.: appeal of Notice of Violation for events center use, parking, and tents
• 180 W. Bridge St.: school district variances for fieldhouse, press box, scoreboard, retaining wall, and tree removal

New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB)

The board reviewed a proposal for a renovation at 100 West Bridge Street, including a rear porch addition and a third-story bedroom. The board discussed the lack of existing drawings in the application and questioned the proposed window proportions and muntin patterns.

New Hope Parks & Recreation Board

The New Hope Parks & Recreation Board will review July minutes and discuss several new business items, including a possible participation in the Bucks Beautiful Bulb Program, placement of NHA sculptures in parks, and initial plans for a Habitat Certification Program. They will also address pre-fireworks festivities in Lenape Park on September 1, finances, and fall plantings.

• Bucks Beautiful Bulb Program briefing with Shade Tree Commission guests
• NHA sculpture placement in parks: dates, pieces, locations
• Habitat Certification Program initial plans led by Diana Williams and Pamm Kerr
• Pre-fireworks festivities in Lenape Park on 9/1 with beer, food, wine, and vendors on Stockton Ave.
• Finance report from meeting with Christina Szabo

New Hope Zoning Hearing Board

The New Hope Zoning Hearing Board will hold public hearings on three applications. The main item is an appeal by the owners of 28 W. Bridge St. against a zoning violation notice for operating an events center as a secondary principal use, lacking parking info, and using tents without permits. The board will also consider a variance request for a setback encroachment at 263 N. Main St. and a subdivision with multiple variances at 12 and 24 Waterloo St.

• Appeal of Notice of Violation for events center at 28 W. Bridge St. (Docket #474)
• Variance request for side yard setback at 263 N. Main St. (Docket #475)
• Minor subdivision and variances for parking, driveways, fencing at 12 & 24 Waterloo St. (Docket #472)

New Hope Shade Tree Commission

The New Hope Shade Tree Commission is meeting to approve minutes, review old business, and discuss new items. Pending items include potential grant opportunities, relocating a hackberry at Ferry Landing Park, and the Porous Pave project. New business includes tree trimming applications for two properties and collaboration with Parks & Rec.

• Tree trimming applications: 35 N. Main St. (tree #82), 72 W. Bridge St. (tree #143)
• Relocate hackberry at Ferry Landing Park
• Porous Pave project 2023
• Letters to property owners based on inventory results (two mailed)
• Long-term street tree replacement plan with TCUSA Growth Award

New Hope Borough Council

The New Hope Borough Council is holding its regular meeting on August 15, 2023, in the Borough's Community Room and via Zoom. The agenda document is available, but the provided text contains no specific agenda items, only meeting logistics and a link to the PDF. This appears to be procedural boilerplate with no listed decisions or discussions.

• Meeting held in Borough Community Room and via Zoom
• Public can attend live or via Zoom (Meeting ID: 841 1937 0744, Password: 214811)
• Agenda PDF available for August 15, 2023

Police Chief Michael Cummings submitted a formal notice of his intent to resign effective February 5, 2024. Mayor Keller recommended the use of SafeCity Solutions to assist in finding a replacement. The council also heard public comments regarding FEMA floodplain regulations and the parking garage project.

New Hope Zoning Hearing Board

The New Hope Zoning Hearing Board is holding a continued hearing on an application by Landing Property, LLC to consolidate three parcels and build a 44-room hotel with a restaurant, pool, terrace, and public river walk. The applicant is seeking relief from 26 to 38 zoning provisions. The board will decide or discuss this application at the meeting.

• Docket #468: 36 North Main Street, 22 North Main Street, 13 East Randolph Street
• Proposed 44-room hotel with 75 interior and 45 exterior dining seats
• Consolidation of three tax parcels (27-010-119, 27-010-123, 27-010-123-001)
• Requests variances, special exceptions, and interpretations from 26-38 zoning provisions

New Hope Borough Council

This is a workshop meeting of the New Hope Borough Council, held in the Borough's Community Room and via Zoom. The agenda is largely procedural, providing meeting access details and a link to the agenda PDF, with no specific action items listed in the provided text.

• Meeting held in Borough's Community Room and via Zoom
• Zoom meeting ID: 837 6750 2987, password: 790043
• Agenda PDF available for download

Council held a workshop to review a report on the estimated costs and risks of a proposed parking garage. No votes were taken as the meeting was a workshop; a recommendation for a course of action is expected at the next Council meeting.

• No votes taken (workshop session)

New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB)

The New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board will review three applications: a sign at Bucks County Playhouse, a masonry pizza oven at 186 South Main Street, and a major project at 24 Waterloo Street involving demolition, raising the house out of the flood plain, and constructing a new home. The board will also review a sign installation at 20 West Bridge Street and seek approval of the July 4, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Bucks County Playhouse/70 South Main Street: sign installation
• Michele Becci/186 South Main Street: masonry pizza oven to rear
• Jeff and Stephanie Cohen/24 Waterloo Street: demolish existing building, raise house out of flood plain, construct new home
• Justin Halsey/20 West Bridge Street: sign installation (agent review)
• Approval of July 4, 2023 meeting minutes

The Historic Architectural Review Board recommended approval for a new sign at the Bucks County Playhouse and a wood-burning pizza oven at a South Main Street residence. A concept review for 24 Waterloo Street was initiated.

• Recommended approval for sign at Parry Barn, 70 South Main Street (5-0)
• Recommended approval for pizza oven at 186 South Main Street (4-0)

New Hope Parks & Recreation Board

The Board approved the June meeting minutes and coordinated logistics for the August 1 First Friday event. Members discussed updates to donor brick and bench pricing and planned the relocation of a teak bench to Lenape Park.

• Approved June meeting minutes
• Updated donor bench price to $800.00
• Decided to move teak bench from Ferry Street park to Lenape park

New Hope Shade Tree Commission

The New Hope Shade Tree Commission is meeting to approve June minutes, review pending old business, and discuss new items including a tree removal/replacement application at 130 Old York Rd. The commission will also consider long-term street tree replacement planning and collaboration with Parks & Rec and Tree Tenders.

• Application: 130 Old York Rd Remove/Replace
• Relocate hackberry at Ferry Landing Park
• Sale of 35 N. Main contingency
• Letters to property owners based on inventory results (two mailed)
• Establish long-range street tree replacement plan

The Commission approved the June 21st meeting minutes. Members discussed ongoing tree pit projects, the relocation of a hackberry tree, and the scheduling of bare root tree inspections.

• Approved June 21st meeting minutes

New Hope Borough Council

The New Hope Borough Council will hold its regular meeting on July 18, 2023, in the Borough's Community Room and via Zoom. The agenda is available as a PDF, but the provided text contains no specific agenda items, only meeting logistics and access information.

• Meeting held in Borough Community Room and via Zoom
• Public can attend live or via Zoom with Meeting ID 882 1191 2842
• Agenda available as PDF document

The Borough Council appointed Michele Becci to fill a council vacancy until January 1, 2024. The Council also appointed Ken Maisel as Pro Tem. Public comments were heard regarding parking garage costs and public comment procedures.

• Appointed Michele Becci to Council vacancy (unanimous)
• Appointed Ken Maisel as Pro Tem (unanimous)

New Hope Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved two zoning ordinances: the CC District Ordinance with a non-material change and the RB1/RB2 Ordinance and map change. The commission also discussed a draft RFP for a new comprehensive plan and the role of community outreach.

• Approved June 19, 2023 minutes (3-0)
• Approved CC District Ordinance with change to section (5) (5-0)
• Approved RB1/RB2 Ordinance and map change (4-1)

New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB)

The New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board will discuss and potentially develop procedures for evaluating artwork of architectural scale, possibly expanding to modern items like solar panels and windmills, simplifying building material submissions, and formalizing handling of unapproved changes. They will also review a sign installation application and seek approval of June minutes.

• Discussion on procedure for evaluating artwork of architectural scale
• Possible expansion to solar panels, windmills, and other modern items
• Procedure for simplifying building material submissions
• Formalize procedure for unapproved changes to buildings or property
• Agent review: Justin Halsey, 20 West Bridge Street, sign installation

The board presented a set of proposed guidelines and criteria for placing artwork in commercial, residential, and open spaces. The document outlines considerations for scale, architectural impact, and references guidelines from other cities. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

New Hope Parks & Recreation Board

The New Hope Parks & Recreation Board will review May meeting minutes and year-to-date finances, then hear presentations on a Community Wildlife Certification process and a Bucks Beautiful bulb program. They will also discuss summer planting on Bridge Street, Halloween parade and decorating ideas, and updates on the rededication ceremony and jail gates at the Visitor Center.

• Community Wildlife Certification process presentation by Mary Anne Borge
• Summer planting (urns on Bridge Street) plans and installation date
• Bucks Beautiful bulb program presented by Bob Margadonna/Shade Tree Comm
• Halloween parade and decorating collaboration with NH Chamber
• Jail Gates at Visitor Center: contractor Glen Stephan to be pinned down on date

The Board approved the May meeting minutes and reviewed a remaining budget of $3,500 for the calendar year. Members discussed native plantings and the Wildlife Habitat Certification process. No formal votes were recorded for new business items.

• Approved May meeting minutes

New Hope Shade Tree Commission

The New Hope Shade Tree Commission is meeting to approve minutes, review pending old business, and discuss new items including a tree removal/replacement application at 68 Kiltie Drive. They will also consider collaborations with Parks & Rec, letters to property owners, and long-term plans for street tree replacement and pruning.

• Application at 68 Kiltie Drive to remove/replace tree #1162 and 15 other trees
• Pending: potential grant opportunities, tree pit project, relocate hackberry at Ferry Landing Park, sale of 35 N. Main contingency
• Two letters mailed to property owners based on inventory results
• Discussion of long-range street tree replacement plan with risk management and TCUSA Growth Award outline
• Next meeting scheduled for July 19, 2023

The Commission approved the replacement of one street tree at 68 Kiltie Drive. Members also discussed ongoing tree pit projects, the relocation of a hackberry tree, and the development of a long-range street tree replacement plan.

• Approved May 24th meeting minutes
• Approved replacement of one street tree at 68 Kiltie Drive

New Hope Borough Council

The New Hope Borough Council is holding its regular meeting on June 20, 2023, in the Borough's Community Room and via Zoom. The agenda is available as a PDF, but the provided text contains no specific items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting held in Borough Community Room and via Zoom
• Zoom Meeting ID: 850 1023 7574, Password: 807679
• Agenda available as PDF: 6.20.23 BOROUGH COUNCIL AGENDA.PDF

Council approved a special event application for fireworks displays on July 1, August 4, and September 1. The displays will be launched from a barge at the Waterloo ramp. Several Certificates of Appropriateness for sign installations and property renovations were also approved.

• Approved fireworks event for July 1, August 4, and September 1
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for sign at 15 East Bridge Street
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for sign at 20 South Main Street
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for sign at 128 South Main Street
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for sign at 41 West Bridge Street
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for renovations/addition at 135 Old York Road

New Hope Planning Commission

The New Hope Planning Commission is meeting to review the borough's sign ordinance and discuss the New Hope Borough Comprehensive Plan. The agenda also includes public comment, approval of the May 18, 2023 meeting minutes, and general discussion.

• Review of Sign Ordinance
• Discussion on New Hope Borough Comprehensive Plan
• Approval of May 18, 2023 meeting minutes
• Public comment period

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the May 2023 meeting. Members discussed potential revisions to the Sign Ordinance and the process for reviewing the Borough's Comprehensive Plan.

• Approved May 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)

New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB)

The New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board will hold a formal review of renovations and a new addition at 135 Old York Road, and will review four sign installation applications. The board will also approve the May 2, 2023 meeting minutes and discuss a structure or statue.

• Formal review: Barley Custom Homes, 135 Old York Road (renovations/new addition)
• Sign installation: Vignette, 15 East Bridge Street
• Sign installation: Nomad Distilling, 20 South Main Street
• Sign installation: American Homestead Mercantile, 128 S. Main
• Sign installation: Lillo Stained Glass, 41 West Bridge St.

The Historic Architectural Review Board conducted a formal review of a proposal to add an extension and two-car garage to an existing 1920s home at 135 Old York Road. The board discussed the project's visibility from the street and the preservation of existing foliage. No final decision was recorded in the provided text.

New Hope Borough Council

This is a workshop meeting of the New Hope Borough Council, held in the Borough's Community Room and via Zoom. The agenda provided contains only procedural details about the meeting's date, time, and access information; no specific agenda items are listed in the text.

The Council workshop consisted of discussions regarding proposed ordinance amendments and signage policies. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this session.

New Hope Zoning Hearing Board

The New Hope Zoning Hearing Board will hold public hearings on two applications. The first is from the Kaiser-Martin Group for the New Hope-Solebury School District to build a 2,400-square-foot sports equipment storage building at 180 West Bridge Street, appealing the zoning officer's determination that it is an accessory structure and seeking a variance for height. The second is from Winifred Cabelus for a spiral staircase encroaching into the side yard setback at 121 Lakeview Drive, seeking variances. Both hearings are scheduled for May 25, 2023, at 7:00 PM at Borough Hall.

• Docket #471: 2,400 sq ft sports equipment storage building at 180 West Bridge St, appeal of accessory structure determination, alternative variance for height over 15 ft
• Docket #466: Spiral staircase encroaching into side yard setback at 121 Lakeview Dr, variances from §275-38.B.5, §275-47.A, §275-47.B
• Public hearings for both applications at New Hope Borough Hall, 125 New Street

New Hope Shade Tree Commission

The New Hope Shade Tree Commission is meeting to review old business, including potential grant opportunities, and to discuss new items such as a request to remove a dead Hawthorn tree at 76 S. Main, relocating a hackberry at Ferry Landing Park, and sending letters to property owners based on inventory results. The commission will also consider long-term plans for future plantings, a street tree replacement plan, and collaboration with groups like Bucks Beautiful and Tree Tender. The next meeting is scheduled for June 21, 2023, and a chair is needed.

• Application to remove dead Hawthorn at 76 S. Main
• Relocate hackberry at Ferry Landing Park
• Letters to property owners based on inventory results
• Long-range street tree replacement plan with risk management
• Potential grant opportunities

The Commission approved spending $19,000 for a tree pit project and approved the April 19th meeting minutes. Members discussed tree removals and replacements at several properties, including 76 S. Main Street and Nektar restaurant. Plans were discussed for a long-range street tree replacement plan and collaboration with the Parks & Recreation Committee.

• Approved April 19th meeting minutes
• Approved $19K spending for tree pit project

New Hope Parks & Recreation Board

The board approved the minutes from the April meeting and reviewed 2023 expenditures. Members discussed upcoming events, including a ribbon cutting on June 14th and potential wildlife habitat certification.

• Approved April meeting minutes
• Scheduled ribbon cutting for Wednesday, June 14th

New Hope Planning Commission

The New Hope Planning Commission is meeting to review the borough's sign ordinance and discuss related matters. The agenda also includes approval of the minutes from the April 17, 2023 meeting, along with public comment and general discussion.

• Review of Sign Ordinance
• Approval of April 17, 2023 meeting minutes
• Public comment period
• General discussion

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the April 17, 2023 meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of a detailed review and discussion of proposed sign code amendments to the Borough Zoning Ordinance, though no votes were taken on the amendments.

• Approved Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of April 17, 2023

New Hope Borough Council

The New Hope Borough Council is holding its regular meeting on May 17, 2023, in the Borough's Community Room and via Zoom. The agenda is available as a PDF, but the provided text contains no specific agenda items, indicating the meeting is likely procedural or routine.

Council hired Caleb Johnson as a part-time police officer and approved several Certificates of Appropriateness for local business and residential properties. The board also authorized fire service contracts and released escrow funds for Rabbit Run.

• Hired Caleb Johnson as part-time police officer (7-0)
• Approved fire police reciprocity for Chalfont Borough 5K race (7-0)
• Approved Certificates of Appropriateness for 2 Stockton Ave, 44 S Main St (Suite 2), 50 W Bridge St, 125 S Main St, and 320 W Mechanic St (7-0)
• Authorized one-year fire inspection extension with New Hope Eagle Fire Company at $25,000/year (7-0)
• Approved Fire Marshal Services with New Hope Fire Company at $16,000/year (7-0)
• Approved purchase of police department service weapons (7-0)
• Released $63,920 in escrow for Rabbit Run (7-0)
• Appointed Kelly Whitman to the Planning Commission (7-0)

New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB)

The New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board will hold a formal review of four applications, including a large sign and stucco removal at New Hope Arts (2 Stockton Avenue), and sign installations at Farleys Bookstore and Royal Bee (44 South Main Street). The board will also review four agent applications for exterior painting, door and window replacements, a small sign, and siding installation at various properties. Minutes from the April 4, 2023 meeting are up for approval.

• Large sign installation at New Hope Arts, 2 Stockton Avenue
• Stucco removal at New Hope Arts, 2 Stockton Avenue
• Sign installation and bracket at Farleys Bookstore, 44 South Main Street, Suite 2
• Large sign installation at Royal Bee, 44 South Main Street, Suite 3
• Door and window replacements at 125 South Main Street

The Board reviewed sign and bracket proposals for 44 South Main Street. The application for Royal Bee was tabled to allow the applicant to consider using wood with carved or raised lettering. The Board discussed the bracket and material specifications for Farley's Book Store.

• Tabled Royal Bee sign application (44 South Main) to consider wood material with raised/carved lettering

New Hope Parks & Recreation Board

The New Hope Parks & Recreation Board is meeting to review March minutes, discuss finances, and hear updates on old and new business. Key items include the approved landscape contract with Holly Days, a sculpture donation from NHArts, and coordination with NHDPW for summer hanging baskets. The board will also discuss bench dedication and ribbon cutting ideas for Lenape and the Visitor Center.

• Approved landscape contract bid winner: Holly Days; work expected to begin by end of April
• Water feature at Lenape repaired and running; water access/hose bib installation and new lighting scheduled
• NHArts donating a temporary sculpture for summer at Lenape, Visitor Center, or Ferry Landing
• Approximately $800 spent on spring planting materials
• Summer hanging baskets to be installed in time for Pride Weekend on 5/13

The board awarded the Lenape Park landscaping contract to Holly Days after the previous bidder rescinded. Members discussed canal water pump funding and the placement of a dedicated bench. Spring planting was completed at a cost of $800.

• Awarded Lenape Park landscaping contract to Holly Days
• Approved March meeting minutes
• Reached consensus to place dedicated bench on the Green Roof
• Approved transfer of sculpture from Phillips’ Mill to the Visitors’ Center
• Spent $800 on spring planting

New Hope Shade Tree Commission

The New Hope Shade Tree Commission is meeting to approve March minutes, review pending old business, and discuss new items including a tree removal/replacement application at 49 N. Sugan Rd, an Arbor Day event at Parry Mansion, and long-term street tree replacement planning. The agenda is largely routine administrative and planning work, with no major budget or ordinance decisions.

• Application: 49 N. Sugan Rd (Remove/Replace)
• Arbor Day at Parry Mansion, 12:00, with Historical Society partnership
• Relocate hackberry at Ferry Landing Park
• PHS bare root trees pickup by Garden in Thyme 4/20, planted 4/24
• SavATree inventory scheduled first week of May

The Commission approved the removal of a dead tree at 49 N. Sugan Road and determined that fall bulb plantings are the responsibility of the Parks & Recreation Committee. Members also coordinated details for an Arbor Day event on April 28.

• Approved removal of dead tree at 49 N. Sugan Road
• Approved March 15th meeting minutes
• Decided fall bulb plantings are a Parks & Recreation project, not a Commission project

New Hope Borough Council

The New Hope Borough Council is holding its regular meeting on April 18, 2023, in the Borough's Community Room and via Zoom. The agenda is available as a PDF, but the provided text contains no specific items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting held in person and via Zoom
• Agenda PDF available for public access

The Borough Council received multiple public comments and emails opposing the redevelopment of The Landing at 22 North Main Street. President Gering clarified that the Council's current role is to decide whether to remain neutral or oppose the application before it proceeds to the zoning board, planning commission, and HARB.

New Hope Planning Commission

The New Hope Planning Commission is meeting to review a preliminary plan for 105 North Main Street (Gacek) and to review the sign ordinance. The agenda also includes public comment, approval of minutes from February 23 and March 20, 2023, and general discussion.

• Review preliminary plan for 105 North Main Street – Gacek
• Review sign ordinance
• Public comment period
• Approval of February 23, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of March 20, 2023 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission completed its review of sign definitions and modified the 'purpose and intent' section of the proposed sign ordinance. A preliminary plan for 105 North Main Street was tabled at the applicant's request.

• Approved February 23, 2023 Meeting Minutes (4-0)
• Approved March 20, 2023 Meeting Minutes (4-0)
• Tabled preliminary plan for 105 North Main Street
• Decided to remove subsection (5) under purpose and intent in the sign ordinance

New Hope Zoning Hearing Board

The New Hope Zoning Hearing Board will consider an application to demolish an existing structure at 105 North Main Street, subdivide the property into two lots, and build a two-family dwelling on each. The applicant seeks a variance from the required 10-foot driveway setback to allow the driveway to straddle the proposed lot line.

• Application to demolish existing structure at 105 North Main Street
• Subdivide property into two lots
• Build two-family dwelling on each lot
• Variance from §275-59.D.1 for driveway setback
• Public hearing at New Hope Borough Hall, 125 New Street

New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB)

The New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board will hold formal reviews of four applications, including a final review for renovations at 22 South Main Street to ensure compliance with prior conditions. Other applications include solar panel shielding, a new deck, and paver installation. The board will also approve minutes from the March 7 meeting.

• Final review: 22 South Main Street (MIL Realty LLC) renovations/construction
• Solar hardware/panel shielding at 104 West Bridge Street (George and Frances Rhoads)
• New deck construction at 68 North Main Street (Michael Lemme)
• Paver installation at 28 West Bridge Street (Celeste A Manitta)
• Approval of March 7, 2023 meeting minutes

The Board issued Certificates of Appropriateness for a solar array at 104 West Bridge Street and a rear deck at 68 North Main Street. A project at 22 South Main Street was approved with a condition regarding ramp railings, and a patio extension at 28 West Bridge Street was approved.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 22 South Main Street with condition that ramp railing match second floor style (4-1)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for solar array at 104 West Bridge Street with condition to plant six Emerald Green arborvitae (5-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for rear deck at 68 North Main Street with conditions on railing, flagstone size, and specific colors (5-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for paver patio extension at 28 West Bridge Street using Cambridge River Blend pavers (5-0)
• Approved March meeting minutes (5-0)

New Hope Parks & Recreation Board

The New Hope Parks & Recreation Board will review January minutes and financial reports, then discuss old and new business. Key items include the landscape contract awarded to Best Buddies, bench dedication logistics, spring planting plans, a potential sculpture loan from NH Arts, a pollinator habitat grant opportunity, and a ribbon cutting for Lenape Park and the Visitor Center.

• Landscape contract bid winner: Best Buddies
• Bench dedication location and date discussion
• Spring planting discussion with budget constraints
• NH Arts sculpture loan for Ferry Landing
• NE Monarch & Pollinator Habitat Kit Program grant (deadline 3/31)

The board approved the loan of a sculpture from New Hope Arts for placement in Ferry Landing. Members scheduled spring planting for April 6 and 7 and discussed potential future pollinator habitat programs.

• Approved loan of sculpture from New Hope Arts for Ferry Landing
• Scheduled spring planting for April 6 and 7
• Approved January meeting minutes

New Hope Borough Council

The New Hope Borough Council is holding its regular meeting on March 21, 2023, in the Borough's Community Room and via Zoom. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific items listed in the provided text.

Council denied a Certificate of Appropriateness for 182 South Main Street, granting the applicant 10 business days to meet specific conditions. The Council also voted to oppose a zoning relief application for a driveway at 49 West Mechanic Street. Other actions included approving a settlement with Union Square and several ordinance amendments.

• Approved settlement agreement and parking facility lease with Union Square (7-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for Bucks County Playhouse (6-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 3, 5 and 7 West Bridge Street (6-0)
• Denied Certificate of Appropriateness for 182 South Main Street (6-0)
• Opposed zoning relief application for 49 West Mechanic Street (4-2)
• Stayed neutral on zoning application for 105 North Main Street (6-0)
• Stayed neutral on pool construction at 96 North Main Street (6-0)
• Approved Formula Retail and Formula Restaurant ordinances (6-0)

New Hope Planning Commission

The New Hope Planning Commission will approve the minutes from the October 17, 2022 meeting. The primary substantive item is a review of the Sign Ordinance. The agenda also includes a general discussion period and public comment.

• Approval of minutes from the October 17, 2022 meeting
• Review of the Sign Ordinance

The Planning Commission reviewed and proposed modifications to definitions and language within a draft sign ordinance prepared by the Bucks County Planning Commission. The commission also inquired about the status of their Comprehensive Plan recommendation to the Borough Council.

• Approved October 17, 2022 Meeting Minutes (3-0-1)

New Hope Shade Tree Commission

The New Hope Borough Shade Tree Commission is meeting to approve minutes, review old business, and discuss new items. Pending items include potential grant opportunities and pickup of PHS bare root trees. New business covers Arbor Day partnership, social media, a hackberry relocation, and long-term plans for a street tree replacement program.

• Approval of February 15th meeting minutes
• PHS bare root trees ordered; pickup by Garden in Thyme on 4/20
• Arbor Day partnership with Historical Society at 12:00 and 1:00
• Relocate hackberry at Ferry Landing Park
• Establish long-range street tree replacement plan with TCUSA Growth Award outline

The Commission approved the February 15th meeting minutes and coordinated an Arbor Day event for April 28. Members discussed tree replacements at the New Hope Shopping Center and Ferry Landing Park, and the removal of a dead tree on East Bridge.

• Approved February 15th meeting minutes
• Ordered bare root trees for Parry Mansion
• Planned Arbor Day event for April 28 in partnership with New Hope Historical Society
• Decided to relocate hackberry from Ferry Landing Park to the Community Center
• Decided to plant a swamp white oak at Ferry Landing Park

New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB)

The New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board will hold a formal review of two applications: one from Bucks County Playhouse Theater for utility shielding, and another from Frank Cretella for multiple renovations at 3, 5, and 7 West Bridge Street, including porch removal, facade restoration, and a rear cottage addition. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the February 7, 2023 meeting.

• Bucks County Playhouse Theater: utility shielding (formal review)
• Frank Cretella: renovations at 3, 5, and 7 West Bridge Street
• Removal of front enclosed porch at West Bridge Street
• Restoration of front facade, siding, trim, and windows
• Demolition of rear addition and addition of a rear cottage

The Board approved a roof mechanical equipment application for Bucks County Playhouse and recommended approval for renovations at 3, 5, and 7 West Bridge Street. The Board also discussed implementing a required narrative of proposed work for all future applications to improve clarity for building inspectors.

• Approved Bucks County Playhouse application with condition that ductwork be painted per samples, but mechanical equipment itself not be painted (3-1)
• Recommended approval for 3, 5, and 7 West Bridge Street with conditions including vertical balusters for front railings and removal of all second-floor rear lighting
• Required 3, 5, and 7 West Bridge Street to use four bays for the left storefront picture window instead of three
• Required 3, 5, and 7 West Bridge Street gable ends to be stained Jockey Hollow Gray
• Required 3, 5, and 7 West Bridge Street to use concrete risers and bluestone treads for stairs
• Approved February 7th meeting minutes (3-0)

New Hope Borough Council

Council discussed proposed amendments to vehicle and traffic ordinances and commercial zoning. The meeting also served as the required public meeting for the PA DEP Stormwater Management update. No formal votes were taken during this workshop.

• Discussed proposed amendment to Chapter 259 (Vehicles and Traffic) to move violation fees to a fee schedule
• Discussed proposed amendment to Chapter 275-31 to allow multiuse buildings with retail on ground floors and residential on upper floors
• Conducted required public meeting for PA DEP Stormwater Management MS4 Program permit compliance

New Hope Planning Commission

The New Hope Planning Commission is meeting to review the borough's formula retail/formula restaurant regulations and its sign ordinance. The agenda also includes public comment, approval of minutes from two prior meetings, and general discussion. No specific decisions or proposals are detailed in the agenda text.

• Review of Formula Retail / Formula Restaurant regulations
• Review of Sign Ordinance
• Approval of October 17, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approval of January 19, 2023 meeting minutes
• Public comment period

The Planning Commission recommended approval of zoning ordinance amendments to allow non-franchise privately owned stores and restaurants with other locations to operate in the Central Commercial District. The commission also requested that Borough Council solicit proposals for a new Comprehensive Plan with Planning Commission involvement in managing the process.

• Recommended approval of Formula Retail Zoning Ordinance revision (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Formula Restaurant Zoning Ordinance revision with 'Retail Restaurant' changed to 'Restaurant' (3-0)
• Requested Borough Council solicit proposals for a new Comprehensive Plan with Planning Commission involvement in management and consultant selection (4-0)
• Approved January 19, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0-1)
• Tabled approval of October 17, 2022 meeting minutes

New Hope Borough Council

The New Hope Borough Council is holding its regular meeting on February 21, 2023, in the Borough's Community Room and via Zoom. The agenda document is available as a PDF, but no specific agenda items are listed in the provided text.

• Meeting held in Borough Community Room and via Zoom
• Public can attend live or via Zoom (Meeting ID: 851 2161 8020, Password: 753178)

The Council tabled a proposed RB-1/RB-2 zoning amendment and a Certificate of Appropriateness for 182 South Main Street for 30 days. Several other administrative items, including road program advertising and a police pension amendment, were approved. The Council also approved a resolution for the Devil's Tea Table Alliance.

• Approved resolution for Devil's Tea Table Alliance (6-0)
• Approved $584,000 escrow release for Gateway to New Hope (6-0)
• Approved authorization to advertise 2023 road program estimated at $118,000 (6-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 44 South Main Street (6-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 129 South Main Street (6-0)
• Tabled Certificate of Appropriateness for 182 South Main Street for 30 days (6-0)
• Tabled RB-1/RB-2 ordinance amendment for 30 days (6-0)
• Approved police pension ordinance amendment (6-0)

New Hope Shade Tree Commission

The New Hope Shade Tree Commission is meeting to approve January minutes, review pending old business, and discuss new items including the 2023 budget, Arbor Day partnership with the Historical Society, and a newsletter deadline. The commission will also consider relocating a hackberry tree at Ferry Landing Park and long-term street tree replacement planning.

• SavATree inventory contract at $3,550
• Tree pit work estimated at ~$12,235
• Arbor Day partnership with Historical Society
• Relocate hackberry at Ferry Landing Park
• Long-range street tree replacement plan with TCUSA Growth Award outline

The Commission approved the meeting minutes and reviewed a 2023 budget totaling $29,000. Members discussed the procurement of 15 bare root trees for the Parry Mansion and planned an Arbor Day event for late April.

• Approved February 15th meeting minutes
• Ordered 15 bare root trees for New Hope Historical Society at Parry Mansion
• Reviewed 2023 budget of $29,000, including $3,550 for SavATree inventory and $12,235 for tree pit work

New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB)

The New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board is meeting to review several applications for work on historic properties. The board will consider concept and formal reviews for renovations, including a flagstone terrace, HVAC screening, fencing, new doors, and a rear cottage addition. They will also review a sign installation and seek approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Concept review: Gateway to New Hope, LLC/230 Towpath — renovate existing dry laid flagstone terrace
• Formal review: Scudder Realty/44 S Main Street — screening for HVAC roof system, fencing to enclose trash area, new doors on rear stair apartments
• Formal review: Frank Cretella/3, 5, and 7 West Bridge Street — multiple renovations including removal of front enclosed porch, restoration of front façade, demolition of rear addition, and addition of a rear cottage
• Agent review: Regina Gallagher/129 South Main Street — sign installation, agent Rich O'Brien
• Approval of January 4, 2023 meeting minutes

The board approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for roof-mounted HVAC screening and trash area fencing at 44 South Main Street. Applications for 230 Towpath and 3, 5 & 7 West Bridge Street were discussed but not decided. A window sign for 129 South Main Street was reviewed and met guidelines.

• Approved HVAC roof screening and stockade trash area fencing in Charcoal Slate for 44 South Main Street (4-0)
• Recommended wood doors for 44 South Main Street (non-binding as they are not visible from right of way)
• Tabled application for 3, 5 & 7 West Bridge Street pending revised plans
• Approved January 4th meeting minutes (4-0)
• Confirmed 129 South Main Street window sign meets Section 8.2.13 requirements

New Hope Borough Council

Council members discussed proposed interim wayfinding signs for the D&L Trail and the potential for a new borough logo. The Borough Solicitor was tasked with reviewing the Formula Retail Ordinance to clarify rules regarding common ownership and franchises. No formal votes were taken on these items during the workshop.

• Referred D&L Trail signage proposal back to Borough staff for revisions
• Tasked Borough Solicitor to provide recommendations for Formula Retail Ordinance tweaks by February 21
• Approved process to gather Council and public input for a potential new borough logo

New Hope Parks & Recreation Board

The board approved the November meeting minutes and the Finance Report. Members discussed prioritizing Lenape Park, the Visitors’ Center, and Ferry Landing over other projects, including putting the Green Roof on hold.

• Approved November meeting minutes
• Approved Finance Report
• Decided to put Green Roof project on hold until Lenape Park, Visitors’ Center, and Ferry Landing are complete

New Hope Planning Commission

The New Hope Planning Commission is meeting to review the final RB-1/RB-2 ordinance, discuss protection of historic resources, and review the sign ordinance. The agenda also includes public comment, approval of the October 17, 2022 meeting minutes, and general discussion. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Review final RB-1 / RB-2 Ordinance
• Protection of Historic Resources
• Review Sign Ordinance
• Approval of October 17, 2022 meeting minutes
• Public comment

The Planning Commission recommended approval of the RB-1 and RB-2 Zoning District ordinances and the Protection of Historic Resources ordinance, both with discussed revisions. The commission also appointed a new Vice Chairman and approved previous meeting minutes.

• Appointed Keith Voss as Chairman and Nick Gialias as Vice Chairman (4-0)
• Approved September 19, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Tabled October 17, 2022 meeting minutes due to lack of quorum
• Recommended approval of RB-1 and RB-2 Zoning District ordinances with discussed changes (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Protection of Historic Resources ordinance with discussed changes (4-0)
• Tabled further discussion on signs to the next meeting

New Hope Shade Tree Commission

The New Hope Shade Tree Commission is meeting to approve prior minutes and review pending old business, including bare root tree pickups and plantings. New business includes Arbor Day partnership with the Historical Society, the 2023 budget, and long-term street tree replacement planning.

• Approval of November 16th minutes (December meeting cancelled)
• 25 PHS bare root trees planted in Riverwoods, 4 near Community Room, 1 at Ferry Landing
• Arbor Day partnership with Historical Society; 2 mature trees removed, 3-4 major replacements planned
• TCUSA and Growth Award applications submitted
• Discussion of 2023 budget and long-range street tree replacement plan

The Commission approved the November 16th meeting minutes and agreed to partner with the New Hope Historical Society for an Arbor Day event. Members discussed tree maintenance requests in Kingswood and potential collaborations with the Parks & Recreation Committee.

• Approved November 16th meeting minutes
• Partnered with New Hope Historical Society for Arbor Day Event

New Hope Borough Council

The New Hope Borough Council is holding its regular meeting on January 17, 2023, in the Borough's Community Room and via Zoom. The agenda is largely procedural, providing meeting access details and a link to the agenda PDF, with no specific action items listed in the provided text.

• Meeting held in Borough Community Room and via Zoom
• Public can attend live or via Zoom (Meeting ID: 885 9596 4302, Password: 191733)

Council approved a demolition permit for 181 West Bridge Street and partial demolitions for 8 and 10 Waterloo Street, contingent on the approval of construction plans. The board also authorized professional fees for 2023 and a fee schedule resolution. A parking lease with Oldestone Church of New Hope LLC was rescinded.

• Opposed variance for exterior stairway at 121 Lakeview Drive (6-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 2 Stockton Avenue (6-0)
• Approved chimney flue installation at 14 East Mechanic Street (6-0)
• Approved chimney flue installation at 16 East Mechanic Street (6-0)
• Approved demolition for 181 West Bridge Street (6-0)
• Approved partial demolition for 8 and 10 Waterloo Street contingent on construction plan approval (4-2)
• Approved 2023 professional fees and fee schedule resolution (6-0)
• Rescinded parking lease authorization for Oldestone Church of New Hope LLC (5-0, 1 recusal)

New Hope Zoning Hearing Board

The New Hope Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing on an application to repurpose the building at 52 South Main Street as a theater accessory to the Bucks County Playhouse. The applicant seeks two variances from the zoning ordinance: one to allow a theater on a property less than one acre in the Riverfront Cultural Overlay District, and another to reduce the required off-street parking. The board will decide whether to grant these variances.

• Application for theater use at 52 South Main Street (Docket No. 465)
• Variance from §275-37.1.D(1)(d)[1] for theater on less than one acre
• Variance from §275-37.1.D(1)(e) and §275-56.E.8 for reduced off-street parking

New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB)

The New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board will hold a formal review of five applications for properties in the historic district. The board will consider proposals ranging from exterior alterations at 182 South Main Street to a new attached dwelling unit at 135 Old York Road. No agent reviews are scheduled, and the board will also approve the minutes from its December 6, 2022 meeting.

• 182 South Main Street: exterior lighting, rooftop hot tub with screening, added window, chimney cap, driveway posts, rooftop fireplace, safety wall
• 2 Stockton Avenue: new stairs, landing, handrails, canopy at entrance; new ramp and handrails at rear deck; infill railings with code-compliant mesh
• 135 Old York Road: house renovation, addition, and new attached separate dwelling unit
• 14 E. Mechanic Street: new chimney flue at rear
• 16 E. Mechanic Street: new chimney flue at rear

The Board approved a series of as-built modifications for 182 South Main Street and approved accessibility upgrades for 2 Stockton Avenue. Applications for 14 and 16 East Mechanic Street were also approved. A proposal for 135 Old York Road was discussed but not formally decided due to missing architectural drawings.

• Approved as-built modifications for 182 South Main Street (3-1)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 2 Stockton Avenue (5-0)
• Approved application for 14 East Mechanic Street (unanimous)
• Approved application for 16 East Mechanic Street (unanimous)
• Approved December 6th minutes (unanimous)

New Hope Borough Council

This is a workshop meeting of the New Hope Borough Council, held in the Borough's Community Room and via Zoom. The agenda contains only procedural information about how to attend the meeting and a link to the agenda PDF; no specific discussion or decision items are listed in the provided text.

• Meeting held in Borough's Community Room and via Zoom
• Zoom Meeting ID: 886 0535 6035, Password: 907243
• Agenda PDF available for January 3, 2023 workshop

The Council heard a presentation from the Devil's Tea Table Alliance regarding NJ DOT rock fall mitigation projects on Route 29 and discussed a revenue-neutral fee schedule update. No formal votes were taken on the mitigation resolution or the fee schedule during this workshop.

• Tabled resolution on NJ DOT rock fall mitigation pending further drafting by Council member Feder
• Discussed proposed fee schedule updates described as revenue-neutral
• Reviewed sketch plan for patio and wall improvements at 230 Towpath (no formal action)