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Norristown public meetings in 2022

24 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 20, 2022 · 18:30

Municipal Council

✓ Decided: Council approves 325-unit residential complex and several infrastructure contracts

Council approved final land development for a 325-unit multi-family complex and awarded contracts for sewer evaluations and a park retaining wall. The body also authorized the advertisement of budgets and ordinances regarding community grants and contractor requirements. Several administrative renewals and budget reallocations were passed unanimously.

Montgomery County Intermediate Unit 23, Norristown
Tue Dec 6, 2022 · 18:30

Municipal Council

Council considers 2023 budget and real estate tax rate increase

The Council will consider adopting the FY 2023 budget and increasing the real estate tax millage rate from 16.0 to 17.0. Other items include approving a capital improvements plan and authorizing bond debt for Municipal Hall renovations.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts 2023 budget and increases real estate tax rate

Council approved the FY 2023 budget, which includes increasing the millage rate from 16.0 to 17.0. Other key actions included authorizing debt for Municipal Hall renovations and approving the 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan.

Montgomery County Intermediate Unit 23, Norristown
Thu Dec 1, 2022 · 18:30

Stormwater Authority

The Authority will consider a $500,000 grant application for stormwater work.

The Board is reviewing a resolution to apply for a $500,000 Small Water Grant from the PA Department of Community and Economic Development. The meeting also includes a financial status report through October 2022 and an operations update on the 949 Main Street Project.

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Montgomery County Intermediate Unit 23, Norristown
Tue Nov 15, 2022 · 18:30

Municipal Council

Council discusses developer RFP for State Hospital Grounds property

The Council will discuss the timeline and evaluation criteria for a developer RFP regarding the State Hospital Grounds property. The agenda includes a public hearing for a new restaurant liquor license at 1700 Markley Street. Additionally, the Council will consider a $500,000 EPA grant application for brownfield assessments.

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✓ Decided: Council approves liquor license for Cerones Management, Inc. and EPA grant request

Council approved a restaurant liquor license for 1700 Markley Street and authorized a $500,000 EPA grant application for brownfield assessments. The body also approved a fireworks ordinance and several historic district architectural applications.

Montgomery County Intermediate Unit 23, Norristown
Tue Nov 1, 2022 · 18:30

Municipal Council

Council considers 2023 budget and real estate tax rate increase

The Council will hold the first reading of the 2023 budget ordinance, which proposes increasing the real estate tax rate from 16.0 to 17.0 mills. The meeting also includes discussions on a multi-purpose athletic facility proposal and the 2023-2027 capital improvements plan.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $1.6M for public works vehicles and equipment

Council approved a major purchase of truck chassis and maintenance equipment for Public Works. They also authorized the advertisement of the FY 2023 Budget, which includes a proposed millage rate increase from 16.0 to 17.0.

Montgomery County Intermediate Unit 23, Norristown
Tue Oct 18, 2022 · 18:30

Municipal Council

✓ Decided: Council approved fireworks ordinance, budget presentation, and multiple resolutions

Council unanimously approved Resolution 22-70 waiving tax penalties for non-receipt of bills, authorized advertisement of Ordinance 22-04 regulating consumer fireworks, and approved several other resolutions including vehicle lease, civil service rule amendments, surplus equipment auction, and a DCNR grant application. The proposed 2023 operating budget was presented with no action taken, and a tax assessment appeal for two properties was tabled for further review.

Montgomery County Intermediate Unit 23, Norristown
Thu Oct 6, 2022 · 18:30

Stormwater Authority

Norristown Stormwater Authority considers $994,481.26 in equipment purchases

The Board will consider resolutions for GIS mapping services and a purchase of vehicles and equipment. Members will also discuss updating the management ordinance to meet PADEP requirements. Staff will present updates on operations and the 2023 proposed budget.

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Montgomery County Intermediate Unit 23, Norristown
Tue Oct 4, 2022 · 18:30

Municipal Council

Council to consider $310,688 software contract and police promotions

The Council will review a request for document management services from Scantek and the approval of 2023 pension plan obligations. The agenda also includes police corporal promotions and a noise ordinance waiver for construction at the Justice Center.

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✓ Decided: Council approved $310,688.50 document management software contract

Council unanimously approved a $310,688.50 agreement with Scantek for document management services and Laserfiche software, funded in last year's budget. They also unanimously approved a SAFER grant application for fire staffing, police promotions to corporal, pension plan obligations, and a noise ordinance waiver for early concrete pours at the Justice Center. No other substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals.

Montgomery County Intermediate Unit 23, Norristown
Tue Sep 20, 2022 · 18:30

Municipal Council

✓ Decided: Council approved 325-unit Kennedy Kenrick development plan

Council approved a preliminary land development plan for 325 multi-family units at the Kennedy Kenrick site, and approved a $75,000 contract for a municipal operations study. A sprinkler ordinance was tabled for further discussion. Council also approved a PCCD grant for a camera system and the purchase of five police SUVs.

Montgomery County Intermediate Unit 23, Norristown
Tue Sep 6, 2022 · 18:30

Municipal Council

✓ Decided: Council approved high-water vehicle modifications and police testing rules

The council unanimously approved Resolution 22-55 for high-water vehicle upfit and modifications at a cost of just over $44,000, and Resolution 22-57 to adopt amended Civil Service Rules for entry-level police officer testing, appointing Industrial/Organizational Solutions as test administrator. Four disabled parking spaces were also approved. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and public comments.

Montgomery County Intermediate Unit 23, Norristown
Tue Aug 16, 2022 · 18:30

Municipal Council

✓ Decided: Council approves dusk-to-dawn park hours ordinance 6-1

The Norristown Municipal Council approved Ordinance 22-02 establishing dusk-to-dawn hours for municipal parks and recreation areas, with Councilwoman Smith voting against. The council also approved resolutions for police department relocation services, capital improvements plan revisions, and playground equipment upgrades, and voted to send a parks master plan proposal seeking ARPA funding.

Montgomery County Intermediate Unit 23, Norristown
Tue Aug 2, 2022 · 18:30

Municipal Council

✓ Decided: Council approves dawn-to-dusk park hours ordinance 5-1

The Norristown Municipal Council approved Ordinance 22-02, establishing dawn-to-dusk hours for municipal parks and recreation areas to prohibit overnight activities, with Councilwoman Smith voting against. The council also approved several resolutions, including a master equipment lease-purchase agreement with Banc of America Public Capital Corporation, a police records system maintenance payment, and a civil service rules amendment. Additionally, they approved appointments to various boards and committees, a memorandum of understanding for a traffic study, and voted to oppose a zoning application for a behavioral health facility.

Montgomery County Intermediate Unit 23, Norristown
Tue Jul 19, 2022 · 18:30

Municipal Council

Council considers mixed-use development at 257 East Main Street

The Council will review a conditional use request for a new mixed-use building featuring 24 apartments at 257 East Main Street. The session also includes discussions on a subdivision plan for 1001 Sterigere Street and a business concept presentation for 1700 Markley Street.

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✓ Decided: Council approves conditional use for 257 East Main Street

The Norristown Municipal Council approved a conditional use for 257 East Main Street for DB Housing Group, allowing a mixed-use development with increased density. They also approved a subdivision plan for 1001 Sterigere Street, rejected a bid for Main Street Streetscape Phase IV due to budget overruns, and approved several other items including a HARB application and an assessment appeal.

Montgomery County Intermediate Unit 23, Norristown
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Thu Jul 7, 2022 · 19:30

Municipal Council

Swearing-in of new police officers and Planning Commission appointment request

The council will administer oaths of office to five entry-level police officers. The agenda also includes a request for an appointment to the Planning Commission via Resolution 22:43.

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✓ Decided: Council appoints Sonya Sanders to Planning Commission

The Norristown Municipal Council held a special meeting on July 7, 2022, with all five members present. They administered the oath of office to four new entry-level police officers and unanimously approved the appointment of Sonya Sanders to the Planning Commission for a term ending December 31, 2026. No other substantive decisions were made.

Montgomery County Intermediate Unit 23, Norristown
Tue Jun 21, 2022 · 18:30

Municipal Council

Council to discuss mandatory fire sprinkler retrofits for multi-apartment buildings

The Council will consider a potential ordinance requiring fire sprinkler installations in certain apartment buildings. The agenda also includes discussions on Municipal Hall renovations and land development requests. Additionally, a public hearing regarding the Comcast cable franchise renewal is scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $100K grant for Simply Divine Restaurant

The Norristown Municipal Council approved a $100,000 CDBG grant for Simply Divine Restaurant at 14 W. Main Street, along with several other resolutions including land development approvals and equipment purchases. The council also discussed a potential ordinance requiring fire sprinklers in buildings with more than two apartments, agreeing to start drafting it. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

Montgomery County Intermediate Unit 23, Norristown
Tue Jun 7, 2022 · 18:30

Municipal Council

Council considers landscaping award for Riverfront Park

The Norristown Municipal Council will consider several resolutions, including a landscaping award for Riverfront Park. The meeting also includes the acceptance of a $40,000 grant and requests regarding police staffing.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Riverfront Park final award, police hires, grants

The Norristown Municipal Council approved several resolutions, including the final award for Riverfront Park Phase 1 to Foresite Concepts, Inc. with an additional $21,000, and waived the 12-day waiting period. They also approved conditional employment offers for six police candidates, a $40,000 grant for underage drinking prevention, and various recognitions and waivers. All votes were unanimous except the Riverfront Park vote, which was 5-0 due to one member's absence.

Montgomery County Intermediate Unit 23, Norristown
Wed May 18, 2022 · 18:30

Stormwater Authority

Council considers capital improvement financing and municipal contracts

The Council will discuss financing for capital improvement projects and health insurance renewal. The session also includes requests to approve police equipment, a fair housing contract, and a traffic study grant.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 2-year health insurance renewal with Delaware Valley Health Trust

The Norristown Municipal Council approved a two-year health insurance plan renewal with Delaware Valley Health Trust for the 7/1/2022-6/30/2024 plan years, with a $152,650 credit to lower monthly costs. The council also approved pursuing Master Lease equipment and capital improvement financing for fiscal year 2022, including the first three years of the 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Plan, the Stormwater Authority's CIP, and Municipal Hall renovation. Several other resolutions were passed, including the purchase of a new Automated License Plate Reader for $23,000 and a $30,000 contract with the Fair Housing Rights Center. A public commenter proposed a workforce housing model, but no action was taken on it.

Montgomery County Intermediate Unit 23, Norristown
Tue May 3, 2022 · 18:30

Stormwater Authority

Council considers $29,300 engineering contract and new disabled parking spaces

The Norristown Municipal Council will consider a $29,300 contract with Pennoni for the Poley Park Skate Park Project. The meeting also includes requests to establish disabled parking spaces at four specific addresses. Additionally, the council will receive April 2022 activity updates from the Police, Fire, and Code departments.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $29,300 for Poley Park Skate Park engineering

The Norristown Municipal Council approved a $29,300 professional services agreement with Pennoni for engineering and surveying related to the Poley Park Skate Park Project. The council also approved four disabled parking spaces at specific addresses. The meeting included proclamations for high school sports teams and departmental reports, but no other substantive decisions were made.

Montgomery County Intermediate Unit 23, Norristown
Tue Apr 5, 2022 · 18:30

Municipal Council

Council considers $169,950 contract for Simmons Park basketball court resurfacing

The Norristown Municipal Council will review a contract to resurface the Simmons Park basketball court and a new traffic calming policy using speed humps. The agenda also includes a DNA data sharing agreement with Bode Cellmark Forensics, Inc. and a grant application for flood mitigation research at Elmwood Park.

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Montgomery County Intermediate Unit 23, Norristown
Tue Mar 15, 2022 · 18:30

Municipal Council

✓ Decided: Council approves Main & Dekalb redevelopment agreement

The Norristown Municipal Council approved several resolutions, including a redevelopment agreement for Main and Dekalb Streets, a contract renewal with Buxton for consumer data services, an intergovernmental agreement with the Norristown Municipal Waste Authority, and the purchase of 15 new vehicles. All votes were unanimous (6-0). The council also approved disabled parking spaces and HARB applications, and discussed a traffic calming policy.

Montgomery County Intermediate Unit 23, Norristown
Tue Feb 15, 2022 · 18:30

Municipal Council

Council reviews Norristown State Hospital redevelopment and municipal hall upgrades

The Municipal Council will discuss the purchase of a high-water rescue vehicle and furniture for Municipal Hall. Members will also review agreements regarding the redevelopment of the 68-acre Norristown State Hospital grounds. Additionally, the council will consider various contract awards and fee waiver requests.

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235 East Airy Street, Norristown
Tue Feb 1, 2022 · 18:30

Municipal Council

✓ Decided: Council approves $737,500 rescue-engine purchase for fire department

The council unanimously approved Resolution 22-05 to purchase a rescue-engine for the fire department at a cost of $737,500. They also approved the destruction of 2001 arrest records, ratified a labor agreement with Local Union 57, and approved HARB applications for two properties. A motion to advance $21,330 in general funds for a CDBG administrative overage was also passed.

235 East Airy Street, Norristown
Tue Jan 18, 2022 · 18:30

Municipal Council

✓ Decided: Council approves stormwater agreement, fire grant, police hire

The Norristown Municipal Council approved several items, including an intergovernmental agreement with the Norristown Stormwater Authority, a FEMA SAFER grant application to hire six firefighters, a mutual aid agreement with East Norriton Township, and conditional employment for a police candidate. They also approved a HARB application for 200 West Marshall Street and an assessment appeal stipulation. Public comments raised concerns about parking and speed on North Hills Drive and stormwater management, but no decisions were made on those topics.

Montgomery County Intermediate Unit 23 , Norristown
Mon Jan 3, 2022 · 19:00

Municipal Council

Norristown Council to elect officers and vote on CDBG budget

The council will hold a reorganization meeting to swear in members and elect 2022 officers. The regular session includes ratifying opioid settlement agreements and adopting the FY 2022 Community Development Block Grant budget.

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✓ Decided: Norristown Council reorganizes, elects Lepera president, approves staff reappointments

The council held its reorganization meeting, swearing in new members and unanimously electing Thomas Lepera as Council President and Heather Lewis as Vice President. They also unanimously approved Resolution 22-01 to reappoint professional staff for 2022. In the regular meeting, the council unanimously ratified opioid settlement documents and adopted the FY 2022 CDBG budget ordinance.

235 East Airy Street, Norristown