Malvern meeting summaries, agendas, and minutes

Malvern boards weigh property sale, food truck rules, Heritage Center plans

The borough's boards and committees held a series of meetings over the past two weeks, but no final decisions have been published yet. Agendas included a potential property sale, a new food truck ordinance, and continued work on the Heritage Center project. All recent meetings are listed as "agenda only," meaning minutes have not yet been released.

Borough Council

At its Aug. 18 meeting, the Borough Council considered a bid for the sale of 209 Old Lincoln Highway and authorized advertisement of Ordinance No. 2026-04, which would regulate food trucks. The council also approved Resolution No. 899, authorizing the sale of a 2016 Ford F-550 to Jason Rahn for $32,000. In other action, the council appointed Kaitlyn O'Donnell to the Malvern Public Library Board of Trustees and authorized the borough solicitor to attend a Zoning Hearing Board meeting on Aug. 24.

Heritage Center and Planning

Several bodies took up the Heritage Center project. The Paoli Battlefield Master Plan Ad Hoc Committee (Aug. 10) reviewed updates on the Heritage Center's MPC review process and funding, as well as the status of video and historical materials. Finalization of the Paoli Memorial Grounds and the National Historic Landmark application remain on hold until Heritage Center plans are approved.

The Historical Commission (Aug. 11) reviewed the Heritage Center, received a financial update on the 2027 budget, and discussed the 2026 Preservation Awards, the Questors walking tour (scheduled for April 2027), and a Historic Ordinance update.

The Planning Commission (Aug. 20) reviewed revised Heritage Center plans and a sewer planning report, along with proposed amendments to the borough's zoning and subdivision ordinances. The agenda also included a landscape fee in lieu option and new short-term rental requirements (Chapter 162).

Environmental and Finance

The Environmental Advisory Council (Aug. 13) discussed zoning and subdivision amendments, a native planting ordinance, and the 2027 budget. It also considered a recommendation to fully fund the Chester County preservation fund and reviewed the Mayors Monarch Pledge sign.

The Finance and Administration Subcommittee (Aug. 20) reviewed a proposed ordinance to update the fee schedule for legal fees for liens, preparation for the budget presentation, and administrative technology updates, including phone system, code/permit/licensing software, and financial software.

Coming up

Two subcommittee meetings are scheduled in the next two weeks:

• **Public Safety Subcommittee** (Aug. 24): Traffic calming on Ruthland Avenue, a connected walkability initiative, deer management, parking restrictions along the south side of Burke Park, and a public safety communications plan.
• **Public Works Subcommittee** (Aug. 25): Randolph Woods pump house and assessment, public works garage remodel, pedestrian crossing lights, decorative lights on King Street, and a NEVI charging grant proposal.

Both meetings are open to public comment, according to the agendas.

Malvern boards review food truck rules, EV charging grant, zoning cases

Malvern Borough committees and council met over the past two weeks to discuss a range of items, including new ordinances, a federal electric vehicle charging grant, and zoning cases. All meetings were agenda-only; no final decisions were made, and minutes have not yet been published.

Borough Council

On Aug. 4, Borough Council considered two ordinances: Ordinance No. 2026-04 on food truck regulations and Ordinance No. 2026-05 on dog control. The council also considered appointing Kaitlyn O’Donnell to the Malvern Public Library Board of Trustees. The agenda included discussion of the 2027 budget schedule and lien fee schedule updates, and a review of walkability and crosswalks on King Street.

Public Works Subcommittee

On July 28, the Public Works Subcommittee discussed the NEVI Charging Grant Proposal, presented by Nicole Whitaker and John Yurick. Other items included the public works garage remodel, the Randolph Woods pump house and assessment, pedestrian crossing lights, decorative lights on King Street, and properties at 135 Green Street and 39 Malvern Avenue. The committee also planned to approve minutes from its June 23 meeting.

Public Safety Subcommittee

On July 27, the Public Safety Subcommittee discussed potential crosswalk improvements and possible collaboration with Willistown. The agenda also included proposed restrictions on loitering, skateboarding, and bicycling at Borough Hall, the Domestic Animals Ordinance, the Food Truck Ordinance, and traffic calming on Ruthland Avenue towards Randolph Woods.

Historical Commission

On July 28, the Historical Commission reviewed the 2026 Preservation Awards, found terracotta pipes, and plans for a 2027 walking tour. Unfinished business included a deed of gift and temporary custody paperwork, honoring Bill “Grumpy” Jenkins, and participation in the Paoli Battlefield ad hoc committee.

Planning and Zoning

Two meetings related to planning and zoning were held. On Aug. 5, a meeting listed under Parks and Recreation Committee included zoning cases for properties at 101 Quaker Lane (Joebry) and Duffryn Mawr. On Aug. 6, the Planning Commission met to review unfinished business and approve minutes from its July 16 meeting. No specific items were listed for that meeting.

Coming up

No upcoming meetings are listed for the next 14 days.

Malvern Borough Council Targets Truck Traffic; Food Truck and Dog Control Ordinances on Deck

Malvern's Borough Council was scheduled to vote on a truck traffic restriction ordinance and authorize a trash and recycling contract search at its July 21 meeting, while several committees lined up discussions on crosswalks, electric vehicle charging grants, and historic preservation. Because minutes have not yet been published for any of the recent meetings, outcomes cannot be confirmed from the available records — only what was listed on each agenda.

Borough Council — July 21

The agenda called for council to adopt Ordinance No. 2026-03, which would restrict truck traffic in the borough. Council was also set to authorize advertisement of a Trash and Recycling Request for Proposal (RFP), the first step toward soliciting bids for that service. A presentation of Zoning Ordinance and SALDO Amendments was listed for discussion. Minutes from the June 16 regular meeting and July 7 workshop meeting were slated for approval, with a public comment period for both agenda and non-agenda items. No vote tallies or outcomes are available.

Public Safety Subcommittee — July 27

The subcommittee's agenda listed crosswalk improvements and possible collaboration with Willistown, along with proposed restrictions on loitering, skateboarding, and bicycling at Borough Hall. Other items included a Domestic Animals Ordinance, a Food Truck Ordinance, and traffic calming on Ruthland Avenue toward Randolph Woods. No decisions are confirmed.

Historical Commission — July 28

The commission was scheduled to discuss the 2026 Preservation Awards, found terracotta pipes, and a Questors walking tour planned for April 2027. Unfinished business included a deed of gift and temporary custody paperwork, honoring Bill "Grumpy" Jenkins, and participation in the Paoli Battlefield ad hoc committee.

Public Works Subcommittee — July 28

The agenda featured a NEVI Charging Grant Proposal, listed under Nicole Whitaker and John Yurick, alongside the public works garage remodel, the Randolph Woods pump house and assessment, pedestrian crossing lights, and decorative lights on King Street. Properties at 135 Green Street and 39 Malvern Avenue were also listed. The committee was set to approve minutes from its June 23 meeting.

Coming Up

• **Borough Council — Aug. 4:** Council will consider Ordinance No. 2026-04 (Food Truck Regulations) and Ordinance No. 2026-05 (Animals Dog Control). The agenda also includes the appointment of Kaitlyn O'Donnell to the Malvern Public Library Board of Trustees, discussion of the 2027 budget schedule and lien fee schedule updates, and a review of walkability and crosswalks on King Street.
• **Parks and Recreation Committee — Aug. 5:** Listed agenda references zoning cases for 101 Quaker Lane (Joebry) and Duffryn Mawr, though the meeting body and date appear inconsistent in the source data.
• **Planning Commission — Aug. 6:** 7:00 p.m. at Malvern Borough Hall. The agenda includes approving minutes from the July 16 meeting, unfinished business, and public comment.

Note: All recent meeting summaries are based on agendas only; minutes have not been published. Residents seeking confirmed outcomes should watch for posted minutes on the borough's official site.

Malvern council agendas cover truck restrictions, police pension, and escrow release; minutes pending

Malvern Borough Council's July 7 workshop agenda listed several consequential items — including a $60,163.05 escrow release and a police pension ordinance — but minutes from that meeting and three other recent sessions have not yet been published, so outcomes are not confirmed.

Borough Council — July 7

The council's agenda included a motion to approve an escrow release of $60,163.05 for Little Ranch Partners LLC at the 155 Channing Avenue subdivision. Also listed were adoption of Ordinance 2026-02 (DROP), which would amend the Malvern Borough Police Pension, Death and Disability Plan, and consideration of Ordinance 2026-03 imposing truck length restrictions on certain streets. The agenda further included Ordinance 2026-04 establishing food truck regulations and authorization of an Act 247 review of proposed amendments to the Zoning Ordinance and Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance. Discussion items noted on the agenda were the trash and recycling RFP, paving program, streambank stabilization, and handicap ramp construction. Because minutes are not yet published, the borough's record does not show which items were approved, tabled, or continued.

Paoli Battlefield Master Plan Ad Hoc Committee — July 13

The committee's agenda called for updates on the Heritage Center MPC review process and funding, the Chester County Kiosk Program, and a National Historic Landmark application. The agenda also noted a status report on video and historic material and stated that finalizing the master plan for Paoli Memorial Grounds is on hold pending Heritage Center approval. No minutes are available yet.

Finance and Administration Subcommittee — July 16

The subcommittee was scheduled to review the borough's mid-year financial results and receive an overview of a pension audit. The agenda also listed a proposed resolution regarding the Open Records Policy. Minutes are not yet published.

Planning Commission — July 16

The commission's agenda included review and discussion of proposed amendments to the Malvern Borough Zoning Ordinance and the Subdivision & Land Development Ordinance, approval of minutes from the July 2, 2026 meeting, and a public comment period. Minutes are not yet published.

Coming up

• **Borough Council — July 21, 2026:** Agenda includes adoption of Ordinance No. 2026-03 (Truck Traffic Restrictions), presentation of Zoning Ordinance and SALDO amendments, authorization to advertise the Trash and Recycling Request for Proposal, approval of minutes from the June 16 regular meeting and July 7 workshop meeting, and a public comment session for agenda and non-agenda items.

Residents seeking confirmed outcomes from the July 7, July 13, and July 16 meetings should watch for posted minutes on the borough's official website, as the agendas alone do not establish what was decided.

Malvern Borough Council Set to Act on Police Pension, Truck Restrictions, Food Truck Rules

Borough Council considers pension, truck, and food truck ordinances

The Malvern Borough Council's July 7 meeting agenda includes several items with potential impact on residents' wallets, streets, and services — though minutes have not yet been published, so outcomes are not confirmed.

The agenda lists a motion to approve an escrow release of $60,163.05 for Little Ranch Partners LLC at the 155 Channing Avenue subdivision. Council was also scheduled to adopt Ordinance 2026-02, known as DROP, which would amend the Malvern Borough Police Pension, Death and Disability Plan.

Two new ordinances were up for consideration: Ordinance 2026-03, which would impose truck length restrictions on certain streets, and Ordinance 2026-04, which would establish food truck regulations. Council was also set to authorize an Act 247 review of proposed amendments to both the Zoning Ordinance and the Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance.

Additional discussion items on the agenda included a trash and recycling RFP, a paving program, streambank stabilization, and handicap ramp construction. Because minutes are not yet available, it is not possible to report how council voted on any of these items.

Planning Commission reviews zoning, subdivision amendments

The Planning Commission met July 2 to take up unfinished business on proposed amendments to the Zoning Ordinance and the Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance. The agenda also included discussion of the Duffryn Mawr project, review and approval of the June 18, 2026 meeting minutes, and a public comment period. The meeting was open both in person and via Zoom. Minutes have not yet been published.

Parks and Recreation Committee discusses resignation, summer programs

The Parks and Recreation Committee met July 1. The agenda included accepting the resignation of Lou Lanzalotto and discussing several upcoming events: a Skyhawks sports camp, yoga/qigong, monthly game night, an adult movie night on July 24, and planning for Community Day on August 8. No votes on ordinances or spending were listed on the agenda. Minutes are not yet available.

Coming up

• **Paoli Battlefield Master Plan Ad Hoc Committee — July 13, 2026:** The committee will review updates on the Heritage Center MPC review process and funding, a Chester County kiosk program, and a National Historic Landmark application. The agenda notes that finalizing the master plan for Paoli Memorial Grounds is on hold pending Heritage Center approval. A status report on video and historic material is also scheduled.

*Note: All recent meetings listed above are marked "agenda only" — minutes have not yet been published. The items described reflect what was scheduled for action or discussion, not confirmed outcomes. Readers should consult official borough minutes once published for vote tallies and final decisions.*