New Hope, PA

New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB)

New Hope Parks & Recreation Board

The New Hope Parks & Recreation Board will convene to approve July minutes, review the borough treasurer's report, and discuss old and new business. Items include a submitted $5k grant application, irrigation decisions, sub-committee updates, and preliminary fall planting plans. The agenda is largely routine with no major policy decisions.

• Review of Borough Treasurer Report
• Bucks Beautiful grant application submitted for $5k donation
• Irrigation completed in Lenape; interim manager deferred further work to Green Initiative
• Mural painting on BCWS grates in Ferry Landing scheduled for Aug 20-21
• Preliminary discussion on fall planting and décor

New Hope Shade Tree Commission

The New Hope Shade Tree Commission is meeting to review old business, including pending plantings at Lenape Park and Kingswood Entrance, and to discuss new items such as a tree trim application, ordinance revisions, and whether to order PHS Bare Root Trees. The agenda is largely routine administrative work, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Pending plantings at Lenape Park (2) and Kingswood Entrance (4 or 5)
• Application for tree trim at 26 W. Bridge St.
• Ordinance revisions regarding shade trees, vines, and caliper of replacements
• Discussion on ordering PHS Bare Root Trees and species selection
• Multi-Year Plan update scheduled for September

New Hope Borough Council

The New Hope Borough Council will hold its regular meeting on Aug. 18, 2026, in the Borough's Community Room and via Zoom. The agenda is available as a PDF, but no specific agenda items are listed in the provided text. The meeting is open to the public, with options to attend in person or online.

• Meeting held in Borough Community Room and via Zoom
• Public can attend live or via Zoom (Meeting ID: 899 5395 0669, Passcode: 168052)
• Agenda document: 8.18.26 AGENDA-FINAL-2.PDF

New Hope Planning Commission

The New Hope Planning Commission will consider approving minutes from previous meetings, receive a Borough Council report, review a preliminary subdivision application for 105 N Main St, and continue discussion on a short-term rental ordinance. The meeting is open to the public and includes time for new business.

• Review of preliminary subdivision application – 105 N Main St
• Continued discussion on short-term rental ordinance
• Approval of minutes from July 20 and August 10, 2026
• Borough Council report

New Hope Zoning Hearing Board

The New Hope Zoning Hearing Board will review an application from Four West Mechanic Street LLC. The applicant is seeking to use the second floor of a building for the sale of vintage clothing and apparel.

• Variance request for 4 West Mechanic Street to allow retail use above the street-level story

New Hope Planning Commission

The New Hope Planning Commission is meeting to discuss the draft Borough Comprehensive Plan and response comments. The agenda also includes approval of the July 20, 2026 minutes. No final decisions are scheduled; the discussion is part of the plan's review process.

• Discussion of draft Borough Comprehensive Plan
• Review of response comments
• Approval of July 20, 2026 meeting minutes

The New Hope Planning Commission reviewed the second draft of the Comprehensive Plan, focusing on structural changes, policy language, and the Future Land Use Map. No formal decisions were made; the commission agreed on revisions to strengthen policy statements, add 2035 vision statements, and correct map errors before the September meeting.

• Agreed to add stronger policy language to guiding principles
• Agreed to incorporate 2035 vision statements for each community priority
• Agreed to correct Delaware River boundary on Future Land Use Map
• Agreed to add historic overlay to Future Land Use Map
• Agreed to provide higher-resolution maps for appendix
• Agreed to add funding sources to implementation matrix
• Ms. Herlan volunteered for Traffic RFP review panel

New Hope Environmental Advisory Council

The New Hope Environmental Advisory Council will consider minutes from July, receive a council update, and discuss old business including a council workshop on Bird Town and business glass recycling, as well as single-use plastics reduction. New business and upcoming events such as the Bucks County Household Hazwaste Collection and the Grass Roots Picnic are also on the agenda.

• Council workshop feedback on Bird Town and business glass recycling
• Single-use plastics reduction discussion
• Bucks County Household Hazwaste Collection events: July 11 and August 8
• NH Library Grass Roots Picnic rescheduled to August 11

New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB)

The New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board is meeting to conduct formal reviews of four property applications. The board will evaluate proposed structural changes and signage for businesses on Mechanic and Bridge Streets.

• 9 East Mechanic Street: Review of gold color applied to door
• 3, 5, 7 West Bridge Street: Proposed demolition of existing addition and front porch, and a new rear addition
• 4 East Mechanic Street (Bee Spa): Sign installation
• 17-19 West Mechanic Street (The Dancing Elephant): Sign installation

New Hope Borough Council

The Borough Council is holding a workshop meeting on August 3, 2026. The provided agenda contains only procedural information and no specific discussion items or decisions.

New Hope Parks & Recreation Board

The New Hope Parks & Recreation Board will review a landscaping proposal from Cito Landscaping and discuss the Bucks Beautiful Grant. The board will also receive updates on the Ferry Landing mural and various sub-committee projects.

• Proposal from Cito Landscaping
• Bucks Beautiful Grant opportunity
• Mural on BCWS Grates in Ferry Landing timeline
• Borough Treasurer Report review

New Hope Shade Tree Commission

The New Hope Borough Shade Tree Commission is meeting to review tree removal and replacement applications and discuss updates to the Shade Tree ordinance. The body will also review tree health at the New Hope Shopping Center and a dead tree inventory from SavATree.

• Tree removal/replacement applications for 145 S. Main St. and 110 S. Main St.
• Review of existing tree health and replacements at New Hope Shopping Center
• SavATree inventory review of dead trees
• Proposed ordinance revisions regarding vines and caliper of replacements
• Status update on soil samples and Lenape Park

The New Hope Shade Tree Commission approved the removal and replacement of a dead red maple (tree #128) at 110 S. Main Street, with the property owner handling removal and the stump ground. The commission also discussed the removal of a white pine at 145 S. Main Street, noting the state park manager's claim that it is state property, but Chair Gloria Broeker asserted commission jurisdiction and proposed a $425 in-lieu payment. No other formal votes were taken; other items were informational or deferred.

• Approved removal and replacement of dead red maple at 110 S. Main St., stump ground (unanimous)
• Discussed $425 in-lieu payment for white pine removal at 145 S. Main St. (no vote)
• Approved June 17 meeting minutes

New Hope Borough Council

The agenda provided contains only procedural information regarding the meeting location and Zoom access. No specific action items, proposals, or discussion topics are listed.

The Council voted unanimously to approve a 90-day continuance of the zoning hearing for 50 South Sugan Road, allowing the Borough to investigate the accuracy of the survey that led to a disputed permit. The Council also approved several Certificates of Appropriateness, including for 332 South Sugan Road, 65 West Mechanic Street, 38 West Ferry Street, and 28 West Bridge Street. Additionally, the Council approved fee waivers for the New Hope Solebury Free Library and New Hope Celebrates, and appointed David Nyman as interim Borough Manager.

• Approved 90-day continuance of 50 South Sugan zoning appeal (5-0)
• Approved COA for 332 South Sugan Road window/door installation (5-0)
• Approved COA for 65 West Mechanic Street kiosk, contingent on police coordination (5-0)
• Approved COA for 38 West Ferry Street courtyard work (5-0)
• Approved COA for 28 West Bridge Street roof, windows, pavers, signage (5-0)
• Authorized advertising for tax claim ordinance (5-0)
• Approved fee waiver for New Hope Solebury Free Library ($850) (5-0)
• Approved fee waiver for New Hope Celebrates ($560) (5-0)

New Hope Green Initiative Committee

The Green Initiative Committee will approve the minutes from the June 15, 2026 meeting. It will then discuss the preliminary walk‑through and plan a committee and public walk‑through for the mandatory site inspection required by the RFP, scheduled for August 5, 2026. The agenda also includes a period for public comment.

• Approval of June 15, 2026 meeting minutes
• Discussion of preliminary walk‑through for RFP mandatory site inspection
• Scheduling of committee and public walk‑through on August 5, 2026
• Public comment period

New Hope Planning Commission

The New Hope Planning Commission will review minutes from the June 15 meeting and hear a report from the Borough Council. Commissioners will discuss a zoning application for the property at 4 W Mechanic St. They will also consider a short‑term rental ordinance and the commission's review process. The meeting concludes with new business for future consideration.

• Discussion of Zoning Hearing Board application – 4 W Mechanic St.
• Discussion of Short Term Rental Ordinance
• Discussion of Planning Commission Review Process

The New Hope Planning Commission discussed Borough Council's adoption of the Sign Ordinance, which Chairman Voss believes may violate the Pennsylvania Municipal Planning Code due to a shortened review period. The Commission will prepare a written memorandum outlining the potential violation for the July 21 council meeting. The Commission also reviewed a Zoning Hearing Board application for 4 West Mechanic Street, suggesting the applicant seek an interpretive ruling that second-floor retail is permitted by right. Updates were provided on the Comprehensive Plan revision and short-term rental ordinance review, with several action items assigned.

• Approved minutes of June 15, 2026 meeting
• Chairman Voss to prepare memorandum on potential MPC violation for council meeting July 21
• Applicant for 4 West Mechanic Street to supplement application with request for interpretive/declaratory ruling on second-floor retail use
• Commissioners assigned tasks to research STR ordinance revisions (district differentiation, owner-occupancy definition, enforcement, permit records)
• Chairman Voss announced resignation after adoption of 2026 Comprehensive Plan
• Recommended Borough Council commission comprehensive tree inventory before any clearing at Cintra Mansion property

New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB)

La Junta de Revisión Arquitectónica Histórica de New Hope llevará a cabo revisiones formales y de concepto de múltiples propiedades en el distrito histórico. Los puntos incluyen la instalación de jardineras, ventanas, puertas, un kiosco, un proyecto de paisajismo, un techo y letrero nuevos, y una propuesta de adición y remodelación de una casa. La junta también aprobará las actas de la reunión anterior y recibirá informes de códigos.

• 8 South Main Street: Instalación de cuatro jardineras en South Main Street.
• 332 South Sugan: Instalación de seis ventanas de guillotina doble y dos puertas.
• 65 West Mechanic Street / Karen Meyers: Instalación de un kiosco en un estacionamiento privado.
• 38 West Ferry Street / Glenn Stephan: Proyecto de paisajismo/hardscape para el patio delantero.
• 218 Towpath / Keith Boyd: Revisión de concepto para la adición y remodelación de la casa histórica existente.

New Hope Environmental Advisory Council

El Consejo Asesor Ambiental revisará las actas de la reunión anterior y recibirá una actualización del consejo. La agenda incluye discusiones de seguimiento sobre aguas pluviales, plásticos de un solo uso, reciclaje de vidrio y alternativas de sal para el invierno.

• Seguimiento de aguas pluviales y MS-4/PAG-13
• Discusión sobre la reducción de plásticos de un solo uso
• Seguimiento de la encuesta de reciclaje de vidrio para negocios
• Discusión sobre alternativas de sal para el invierno
• Discusión sobre equipos de carga de EV

The Environmental Advisory Council accepted the June 3rd meeting minutes with minor edits. They discussed updates on stormwater permits, single-use plastics reduction, and a business glass recycling survey, but no formal votes were taken. The council also noted upcoming events and public comments on bike lanes and the Cintra property development.

• Accepted June 3rd meeting minutes with minor edits
• Discussed MS4 permit valid until March 21, 2030, with report from CKS Engineering
• Single-use plastics letter under attorney review; Joe to check status
• Business glass recycling survey to be placed on council agenda for vote
• Bird Town silver status achievable; Matt to pursue gold requirements
• No new business; adjourned at 7:50 PM

New Hope Parks & Recreation Board

La junta revisará el informe del tesorero, aprobará las actas de mayo y recibirá actualizaciones de los subcomités. Los puntos incluyen un mural en las rejillas de BCWS en Ferry Landing, una solicitud de un taller del Borough Council el 3 de agosto, la sustitución de flores muertas en varias ubicaciones y una propuesta para comprar un soporte para plantas para Randolph Street Park.

• Mural en las rejillas de BCWS en Ferry Landing – a la espera de los bocetos de la artista Hope
• Taller del Borough Council solicitado para el 3 de agosto, el esquema debe entregarse el 15 de julio
• Flores muertas sustituidas en los soportes de VC, soportes de Ferry Landing y urnas de Stockton Ave
• Propuesta para comprar un soporte para plantas sobre poste para Randolph Street Park para plantas anuales de sombra total
• Informe del Green Initiative Committee de Pamm

The Board approved the May minutes and accepted a treasurer's report showing $10,638.38 spent from a $35,000 budget. Members discussed plant replacements, recertification points for Naturalizing New Hope, and a future presentation for the Borough Council Workshop.

• Approved May minutes
• Accepted treasurer's report

New Hope Shade Tree Commission

La Comisión de Árboles de Sombra de New Hope discutirá una solicitud de reubicación de árboles en 97 S. Main Street, revisará los árboles muertos del inventario de SavATree y considerará revisiones de la ordenanza relacionadas con enredaderas y requisitos de calibre. También actualizarán el plan plurianual de reemplazo de árboles callejeros en agosto y discutirán estrategias de gestión a largo plazo.

• Solicitud para reubicar árboles en 97 S. Main St.
• Revisión del inventario de SavATree sobre árboles muertos (16, 22 o 23 de junio)
• Revisiones de la ordenanza de árboles de sombra (enredaderas, calibre de los reemplazos) programadas para julio/agosto
• Actualización del Plan Plurianual planeada para agosto
• Monitoreo del plan de reemplazo de árboles callejeros a largo plazo con gestión de riesgos y esquema del TCUSA Growth Award

The Shade Tree Commission approved relocating a dogwood memorial tree from 97 S. Main Street to 17 W. Ferry Street and planting a second tree at the new location. They also reviewed the 2026 street tree inventory, which shows 441 trees, with 37 recommended for removal and 27 at high risk of disease or infestation. Letters will be sent to property owners about dead, beech, and ash trees. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.

• Approved relocating dogwood memorial tree to 17 W. Ferry Street and planting a second tree there
• Approved minutes from May 27th meeting
• Moved July meeting to July 22nd due to vacation schedules
• Completed review of dead, high priority trees; will send letters to property owners
• Will send letters to property owners with beech and ash trees needing treatment or removal

New Hope Borough Council

La agenda de la reunión del Consejo Municipal de New Hope para el 16 de junio de 2026 contiene únicamente información procesal sobre la ubicación de la reunión y el acceso a Zoom. No se enumeran ordenanzas, resoluciones ni audiencias públicas propuestas. La reunión procederá sin ningún elemento de negocios sustantivo en la agenda publicada.

• No se enumeran elementos sustantivos; la agenda contiene únicamente la logística de la reunión y un enlace a un documento PDF.

New Hope Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación considerará una enmienda propuesta a la Ordenanza de Zonificación con respecto a los letreros, discutirá una ordenanza propuesta de alquileres a corto plazo y recibirá actualizaciones sobre la definición de 'carácter' del Plan Maestro y el Plan de Preparación para Emergencias.

• Revisión de la enmienda propuesta a la Ordenanza de Zonificación – Letreros
• Discusión sobre la Ordenanza de Alquileres a Corto Plazo propuesta
• Discusión sobre el Blue Dot propuesto
• Actualización sobre el Plan de Preparación para Emergencias
• Presentación de Mejores Prácticas y Refinamiento de Procesos de la Comisión de Planificación

The New Hope Planning Commission reviewed three proposed amendments to the zoning ordinance regarding signs. They recommended approval of increasing permitted sign types from two to three, but recommended disapproval of eliminating setback requirements and of allowing freestanding signs up to 12 sq. ft. and 5 ft. high. The Commission also approved a motion to request Borough Council approval to use Bluedot AI as a support tool for preparing meeting minutes.

• Recommended disapproval of eliminating setback requirements in LC, CC, and Riverfront Cultural Overlay Districts (approved)
• Recommended approval of increasing permitted sign types from two to three (approved)
• Recommended disapproval of permitting freestanding signs up to 12 sq. ft. and 5 ft. high (approved)
• Approved motion to request Borough Council approval for use of Bluedot AI in preparing meeting minutes
• Approved minutes of June 8, 2026, as amended to replace references to AI with 'AI and emerging technologies'

New Hope Green Initiative Committee

El Comité de la Iniciativa Verde de New Hope se reunirá para aprobar las actas de la reunión anterior y discutir los resultados del Borrador del Plan Integral, una propuesta de RFP de la Iniciativa Verde, una actualización sobre la bomba de DCNR y posibles cambios en el nombre del comité. También se recibirán comentarios del público.

• Discusión sobre los resultados del Borrador del Plan Integral
• Discusión sobre la propuesta de RFP de la Iniciativa Verde
• Discusión sobre la actualización de la bomba de DCNR
• Discusión sobre posibles nombres del comité

New Hope Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación de New Hope discutirá el primer borrador del Borough Comprehensive Plan en esta reunión. La comisión también considerará la aprobación de las actas de la reunión anterior.

• Discutir el 1er borrador del Borough Comprehensive Plan
• Considerar la aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 11 de mayo de 2026

The Planning Commission reviewed the first draft of the Borough Comprehensive Plan. Members discussed topics including traffic safety, housing diversity, and artificial intelligence. The Commission approved a proposal to share specific plan sections with advisory committees.

• Approved May 11, 2026 meeting minutes
• Approved sharing Historic Preservation section with Historic Architectural Review Board
• Approved sharing Green Space section with Green Space Committee

New Hope Environmental Advisory Council

El Consejo Asesor Ambiental considerará los siguientes pasos sobre la reducción de residuos plásticos, incluyendo los plásticos de un solo uso (SUPs) y una encuesta empresarial para el reciclaje de vidrio. Los asuntos pendientes incluyen la viabilidad del presupuesto para equipos de carga de VE, el seguimiento de aguas pluviales/MS-4 y el proyecto solar de la escuela NHSD. El consejo también discutirá Bird Town, actualizaciones de Parks & Rec, alternativas de sal para el invierno y la promoción de eventos de verano, como las fechas de recolección de residuos peligrosos.

• Discusión sobre la reducción de plásticos de un solo uso (SUPs) y posibles enfoques
• Encuesta empresarial para el reciclaje de vidrio
• Equipos de carga de VE – presupuesto disponible para instalar infraestructura preparada para VE
• Seguimiento de aguas pluviales y MS-4/PAG-13
• Discusión sobre Bird Town y alternativas de sal para el invierno

The Council accepted the May 6th meeting minutes and discussed the implementation of a single-use plastic ban. Members coordinated follow-up actions for a business glass recycling survey and the Bird Town initiative. No formal votes were recorded for new ordinances or contracts.

• Accepted May 6th meeting minutes with minor corrections
• Determined Phil Dahlin will draft a letter to businesses regarding the single-use plastic ban
• Determined Phil Dahlin will draft a memo using the Solebury ordinance as a basis for plastic restrictions
• Determined MaV will summarize the glass recycling program for Peter and Joe
• Determined MaV will summarize the plan for Bird Town
• Appointed Pamm Kerr to the green space committee

New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB)

La HARB de New Hope llevará a cabo revisiones formales de varias solicitudes, incluyendo dos proyectos importantes en 8 y 10 Waterloo Street que implican la demolición de porciones no históricas, la preservación de estructuras gemelas originales de la década de 1890, la construcción de nuevas adiciones grandes y un muro de contención del río. Otros puntos incluyen la pintura exterior en 66 West Bridge Street, la instalación de una cerca en 84 Buttonwood y múltiples instalaciones de letreros en South Main Street. La junta también escuchará un informe del oficial de códigos y aprobará las actas de mayo de 2026.

• 8 and 10 Waterloo Street: demolición de porciones no históricas, preservación de estructuras gemelas de 1890, nuevas adiciones y muro de contención del río
• 66 West Bridge Street: pintura exterior
• 84 Buttonwood: instalación de cerca
• Múltiples instalaciones de letreros en 87, 110, y 92 South Main Street, y 142 South Main Street
• 36 West Mechanic Street: instalación de un solo portón

The board approved two Certificates of Appropriateness: exterior painting at 66 West Bridge Street (Templeton Gray body, black shutters, metal roof unpainted) and fencing at 84 Buttonwood Street (4-ft picket and 6-ft privacy fence). The agenda item for 8-10 Waterloo Street was continued without a vote. Agent reviews and the code official report were also discussed.

• Approved COA for exterior painting at 66 West Bridge Street (6-0)
• Approved COA for fencing at 84 Buttonwood Street (6-0)

New Hope Borough Council

La reunión de taller del New Hope Borough Council el 1 de junio de 2026, incluye únicamente logística de la reunión (ubicación, enlace de Zoom) y una referencia a un documento de agenda en PDF. No se enumeran decisiones ni discusiones específicas en el texto proporcionado. Esto parece ser una agenda procesal.

The New Hope Borough Council held a workshop meeting on June 1, 2026, with no formal votes or decisions. The Environmental Advisory Council (EAC) presented a proposal for a single-use plastics ordinance and a glass recycling survey, and the Council discussed next steps, including a combined letter/survey to businesses. The Green Initiative Committee also presented its vision for a connected walkable network of green spaces, with an RFP being drafted for future approval.

• No formal votes or decisions taken at workshop meeting
• Discussed single-use plastics ordinance, including bag fee and polystyrene ban
• Agreed to develop a letter/survey for businesses on plastics and glass recycling
• Green Initiative Committee drafted RFP for green spaces, pending Council approval

New Hope Parks & Recreation Board

La Junta de Parques y Recreación discutirá y decidirá sobre el pedido de carteles America 250, incluyendo estilo, ubicación y cantidad. También revisarán los informes de la subcomisión sobre paisajismo, embellecimiento y un proyecto de mural en Ferry Landing. Los asuntos antiguos incluyen la discusión de azulejos decorativos o un mural en Playhouse Bridge. Los temas de nuevos negocios son bienvenidos.

• Decidir sobre el estilo, la ubicación y el número de carteles America 250 a pedir
• Discutir azulejos decorativos o un mural en Playhouse Bridge
• Discutir la posibilidad de utilizar el espacio de techo verde para un jardín comunitario
• Informar sobre el mural en las rejillas de BCWS en Ferry Landing (el artista no responde)
• Actualizar sobre la reunión de la Iniciativa Verde con Friends of Delaware Canal sobre reparaciones del canal y pasarela elevada

New Hope Shade Tree Commission

La comisión está revisando los árboles muertos del inventario de SavATree y discutiendo posibles revisiones de la ordenanza relacionadas con enredaderas y poda ligera. Los miembros también están monitoreando el plan de reemplazo de árboles callejeros a largo plazo en conjunto con el Borough Comprehensive Plan.

• Revisión del inventario de SavATree para árboles muertos
• Discusión de las revisiones de la ordenanza de Árboles de Sombra (enredaderas y poda ligera)
• Monitoreo del plan de reemplazo de árboles callejeros a largo plazo
• Actualización de estado sobre el papeleo y el cheque de la subvención NWF Trees for Wildlife

The Shade Tree Commission approved the April 15 meeting minutes and discussed several tree-related items. No applications were submitted, but the commission scheduled site visits for June 2 to review trees at LSD and Parry Mansion, and to check dead trees from the SavATree inventory. The commission also discussed ordinance revisions, a green space initiative RFP, and a soil test recommendation at Lenape Park. No formal decisions were made on these items.

• Approved April 15 meeting minutes
• Scheduled site visits for June 2 at 9:30am at LSD and Parry Mansion
• Agreed to review dead tree list from SavATree inventory during site visits
• Agreed to put Green Space Initiative out for RFP
• Noted removal of dead tree at 81 W. Mechanic St.
• Discussed soil test recommendation at Lenape Park

New Hope Green Initiative Committee

El Comité de la Iniciativa Verde aprobará las actas de abril, escuchará una presentación de Friends of the Delaware Canal y discutirá una propuesta de RFP de la Iniciativa Verde. Se recibirán comentarios del público. La discusión sobre la RFP es el elemento sustantivo principal de la agenda.

• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 20 de abril de 2026
• Presentación de Friends of the Delaware Canal
• Discusión sobre la propuesta de RFP de la Iniciativa Verde
• Periodo de comentarios del público

New Hope Borough Council

El orden del día para la reunión del New Hope Borough Council del 20 de mayo de 2026 se limita a la logística de la reunión, incluyendo la fecha, hora, ubicación e información de acceso a Zoom. No se enumeran puntos del orden del día sustanciales ni decisiones en el texto proporcionado; el orden del día hace referencia a un documento PDF que no está incluido. Esto parece ser únicamente un formato procedimental estándar.

Council unanimously approved hiring part-time parking enforcement officer Max McConnell at $20/hour and issued a letter of appreciation to the Bucks County Playhouse. They also approved Certificates of Appropriateness for signage at the historic Vansant House (4 West Mechanic Street) and a roof replacement at 30 West Bridge Street. A sculpture replacement in Lenape Park, swapping 'Windy Ribbon' for 'Blue Match,' was authorized.

• Approved hiring of part-time parking enforcement officer Max McConnell at $20/hour (7-0)
• Endorsed letter of appreciation for Bucks County Playhouse (unanimous consent)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for signs and pole sign at 4 West Mechanic Street (7-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for roof installation at 30 West Bridge Street (7-0)
• Approved replacement of Lenape Park sculpture 'Windy Ribbon' with 'Blue Match' (7-0)

New Hope Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación de New Hope considerará la aprobación de las actas del 20 de abril y revisará las solicitudes de propuestas (RFP) propuestas para un estudio de tráfico y un estudio de estacionamiento. No hay votos programados sobre las RFP; la comisión está revisando las propuestas en esta reunión.

• Revisión de la RFP propuesta para el Estudio de Tráfico
• Revisión de la RFP propuesta para el Estudio de Estacionamiento
• Considerar la aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 20 de abril de 2026

The Commission reviewed and recommended modifications to two draft RFPs for independent traffic and parking studies. Members proposed broadening the geographic scope, extending data collection periods, and integrating the two studies to support the Comprehensive Plan.

• Approved minutes of the April 20, 2026, meeting
• Recommended broadening Traffic RFP scope beyond the downtown district to include additional streets and pedestrian routes
• Recommended expanding Traffic RFP data collection from 7 days to at least one month
• Recommended adding valet parking analysis and freight loading to the Parking RFP
• Requested that all raw data collected via RFPs be owned by the Borough
• Proposed delaying the parking study until the traffic study is complete