Abington, PA

Environmental Advisory Council

The Environmental Advisory Council will meet to review updates on several active environmental programs. The agenda includes discussions on recycling outreach, energy initiatives, and road salt management.

• Recycling Program Outreach update
• Energy Initiatives discussion
• Bird Town Updates
• Land Development review
• Road Salt Management Plan

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold nominations for the offices of President and Vice-President. The meeting includes votes on a road salt supply agreement, police promotions, and infrastructure improvements.

• Road Salt Supply Agreement with Morton Salt at $73.44 per delivered ton and $73.00 per non-delivered ton
• Authorization to advertise bids for sidewalk and ADA ramp improvements on Meetinghouse Road between Sunset Avenue and Westbury Road
• Resolution 26-032 to cancel the Existing Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation activity for Hurricane Ida relief
• Resolution 26-033 accepting the Abington Separated Bike Lanes Action Plan
• Proposed Ordinance amending Chapter 155 regarding Automated Red Light Enforcement Systems expiration

Library Board of Trustees

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review land development plans for a new middle school. The body will also consider a request for the Abington School District to sell property at 2828 Spear Avenue to the Township.

• Review of LD-26-04: Abington School District New Middle School Preliminary/Final Land Development Plans
• Request for Abington School District to sell 2828 Spear Avenue, Glenside, PA 19038 to the Township

Vacant Property Review Board

Human Relations Commission

Shade Tree Commission

Board of Commissioners

Zoning Hearing Board

Environmental Advisory Council

Pension Plan Committee

Finance Committee

Board of Commissioners

Library Board of Trustees

Planning Commission

Human Relations Commission

Shade Tree Commission

Board of Commissioners

Board of Commissioners

Zoning Hearing Board

Environmental Advisory Council

Board of Commissioners

Planning Commission

Human Relations Commission

Board of Commissioners

Planning Commission

Board of Commissioners

Planning Commission

Board of Commissioners

Planning Commission

Board of Commissioners

Planning Commission

Planning Commission

Planning Commission

Planning Commission

Planning Commission

Planning Commission

Planning Commission

Planning Commission

Zoning Hearing Board

The Abington Township Zoning Hearing Board will hold public hearings for seven variance and special exception requests. The board will also issue decisions on two previous applications.

• 2806 Limekiln Pike: Request for mixed-use building variances regarding green area, ceiling height, and parking
• 820 Meetinghouse Rd: Request for special exception and variances to construct an attached Accessory Dwelling Unit
• 1450 Edge Hill Rd: Request for variances to construct a single-family dwelling
• 2405 Jenkintown Rd: Request for variance to subdivide a lot
• 1420 Orchard Hill Rd: Request for variances for a detached residential accessory structure

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss the Minimum Municipal Obligation with Jim Kennedy of T. J. Anderson & Associates. The committee will also consider approving expenditures and salaries from September 2026.

• Approval of September 2026 expenditures totaling $4,564,500.09
• Approval of September 2026 salaries and wages totaling $2,577,078.86
• Discussion on Minimum Municipal Obligation (MMO)

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission will meet to coordinate fall events and discuss resource allocation for public lands and watersheds. The body will also review a grant for trees for watersheds due December 31, 2026.

• Fall event planning including invasive plant removal and neighborhood tree distribution
• Trees for Watershed Grant due 12/31/2026
• Resource allocation for public lands and watersheds
• Requests regarding Penmore Place, Rydal Waters, and Abington Meeting
• Upcoming tree giveaways at Roychester and Crestmont Park

Board of Commissioners

The Abington Township Board of Commissioners holds a regular public meeting on October 8, 2026 at 7:00 PM, with in-person and remote participation options. New business includes accepting the resignation of Ward 1 Commissioner Thomas Hecker effective October 31, 2026, and approving a purchase agreement with the Abington School District for the property at 2828 Spear Avenue, Glenside, PA 19038, plus a related proposal from Trusted Land Transfer, LLC. The Finance Committee will consider August 2026 expenditures of $2,753,260.46 and salaries and wages of $2,618,005.32, and whether to select Independence Blue Cross as the retiree medical plan provider effective January 1, 2027.

• Resignation of Ward 1 Commissioner Thomas Hecker effective October 31, 2026
• Purchase agreement with Abington School District for 2828 Spear Avenue, Glenside, PA 19038
• Proposal from Trusted Land Transfer, LLC tied to the 2828 Spear Avenue acquisition
• August 2026 expenditures of $2,753,260.46 and salaries and wages of $2,618,005.32
• Consideration of Independence Blue Cross as retiree medical plan provider effective January 1, 2027

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will meet to review minutes from September 2, 2026, and hear a presentation on various commission activities. Discussion items include social media campaigns, event planning, and training initiatives.

• MLK Jr. Day Celebration planning
• Implicit Bias Training follow-up with APD
• Chief’s Advisory Council meeting on November 2
• Police Report regarding Weldon playground
• Tri-State PHRC Mediation Training

Library Board of Trustees

The Abington Township Library Board of Trustees meets on September 28, 2026 at 7:00 PM at the Abington Free Library, 1030 Old York Rd. The agenda is largely procedural: approving minutes from the July 27, 2026 meeting and reviewing and filing the July 2026 and August 2026 Treasurer's Reports for audit. It also lists a Director's Report, Adult Literacy, committee reports, unfinished business, new business, and public comment, but no specific items are described under those headings.

• Motion to approve minutes from the Library Board of Trustees meeting of July 27, 2026
• July 2026 and August 2026 Treasurer's Reports to be reviewed and filed for audit
• Director's Report listed with no details provided
• Adult Literacy and committee reports listed with no details provided
• Public comment period included

Board of Commissioners

The Abington Township Board of Commissioners will vote on several items, including awarding a traffic signal improvement contract, adopting a hearing officer's recommendation on a conditional use application, and authorizing advertisement of a zoning map amendment. The agenda also includes approval of an indemnity agreement, a calendar printing contract, and a final payment for an inclusive park project.

• Award $104,955 traffic signal improvements bid to Armour & Sons Electric for Old Welsh Road and Fitzwatertown Road
• Adopt Hearing Officer recommendation on Conditional Use for Chaverim Realty Partners at 1209 Rydal Road
• Authorize advertisement of ordinance amending Zoning Map (Chapter 162)
• Approve $23,155 contract with Fort Nassau Graphics for 2027 Township Calendar
• Approve $13,770.74 final payment for Inclusive Park and Playground Project

Planning Commission

The Abington Township Planning Commission will consider approving its August 25, 2026 minutes and review a proposed ordinance amending the township's zoning map. The meeting is open to the public in person, online, or by phone.

• Review of ordinance amending Chapter 162 (Zoning) to update the Zoning Map
• Consider approval of August 25, 2026 meeting minutes

Finance Committee

The Abington Township Finance Committee will consider approving August 2026 expenditures and salaries, and will discuss selecting Independence Blue Cross as the retiree medical plan provider starting January 1, 2027. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment on non-agenda items.

• Approve August 2026 expenditures of $2,753,260.46 and salaries/wages of $2,618,005.32
• Authorize officials to sign invoices and pay bills through November 2026
• Consider Independence Blue Cross as retiree medical plan provider effective January 1, 2027
• Approve Finance Committee minutes from August 20, 2026

The Finance Committee approved Independence Blue Cross as the retiree medical plan provider for 2027. The committee also approved August 2026 expenditures totaling over $5.3 million and authorized payments through November 2026. Additionally, the committee approved the minutes from the August 20, 2026, meeting.

• Approved August 2026 expenditures of $2,753,260.46 (5-0)
• Approved August 2026 salaries and wages of $2,618,005.32 (5-0)
• Authorized officials to pay bills/contracts through Nov 2026 (5-0)
• Approved Independence Blue Cross as 2027 retiree medical provider (5-0)
• Approved August 20, 2026, meeting minutes (5-0)

Environmental Advisory Council

The Abington Township Environmental Advisory Council is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes, a treasurer's report, and updates on active business items such as recycling program outreach, energy initiatives, Bird Town updates, land development, and collaboration with the Abington School District. Public participation is available online or by phone.

• Approval of minutes from the August 19, 2026 meeting
• Recycling Program Outreach update
• Energy Initiatives update
• Bird Town Updates
• Land Development update

Zoning Hearing Board

The Zoning Hearing Board will hold public hearings regarding requests for variances and special exceptions at several properties. The board is also scheduled to issue decisions on four pending applications.

• Variance request for a fence at 354 Cadwalader Ave
• Special exception and variance request for an Accessory Dwelling Unit at 820 Meetinghouse Rd
• Variance request for residential accessory structures at 749 Township Line Rd
• Variance request for a mixed-use building at 2806 Limekiln Pike
• Decisions on applications 26-29, 26-37, 26-38, and 26-39

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider several motions including traffic ordinance amendments and a lighting project MOU. They will also review July 2026 expenditures and approve 2027 municipal funding obligations for police and non-uniformed employee plans.

• Final escrow release for 640 Cedar Road (Hopewell Vet) in the amount of $10,092.50
• Ordinance 2255 amending traffic and parking regulations at various intersections
• MOU with North Hills Community Association for Limekiln Pike lighting installation
• $19,000.00 for HVAC repairs at Alverthorpe Manor
• Approval of July 2026 expenditures totaling $3,754,412.46

The Board adopted an ordinance adding several new stop signs and parking restrictions. It also approved a lighting project MOU and authorized HVAC repairs at Alverthorpe Manor. A proposed indemnity agreement for a sewer connection at 1368 Valley Road was tabled following resident opposition.

• Adopted Ordinance 2255 adding stop signs and parking restrictions (13-0)
• Approved MOU with North Hills Community Association for Limekiln Pike lighting project (13-0)
• Tabled indemnity agreement for 1368 Valley Road sewer connection (13-0)
• Authorized $19,000 for HVAC repairs at Alverthorpe Manor (13-0)
• Approved July 2026 expenditures of $3,754,412.46 and salaries of $2,738,115.13 (13-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 26-031 regarding 2027 municipal funding obligations (13-0)
• Approved $10,092.50 escrow release for 640 Cedar Road (13-0)
• Approved August 13, 2026 meeting minutes (13-0)

Shade Tree Commission

The Abington Township Shade Tree Commission is meeting to approve minutes, discuss the Penmore Place update, plan fall events, review the annual report to the Board of Commissioners, and review grant applications and awards. The agenda includes several upcoming tree distributions and plantings.

• Approval of August 11, 2026 meeting minutes
• Penmore Place update
• Fall event planning and volunteer coordination
• Annual report to Board of Commissioners review
• Grant application and award review

Human Relations Commission

The Commission will review social media updates and follow up on previous meetings with the Willow Grove NAACP. Members will also discuss upcoming MLK Jr. Day planning and implicit bias training with the Abington Police Department.

• Implicit Bias Training with APD scheduled for September 30 at 7pm
• MLK Jr. Day planning and partnership with Willow Grove NAACP
• Social media campaign: 'Why I joined the HRC?'
• Discussion of partnership ideas with Upper Dublin HRC

Board of Commissioners

The Abington Township Board of Commissioners will vote on several major projects, including a $1,498,000 contract for architectural and engineering design services for the Abington Township Public Library. The board will also approve a land development application for a Taco Bell at 1919 Easton Road and a conditional use application for the Abington School District at 2056 Susquehanna Road. Additionally, the board will adopt an ordinance regulating e-bikes and e-scooters in parks and trail systems.

• Award $1,498,000 contract to MPdL Studio for Abington Township Public Library design services
• Approve Preliminary/Final Minor Land Development Application for Taco Bell at 1919 Easton Road
• Approve Abington School District Conditional Use application at 2056 Susquehanna Road and 970 Highland Avenue
• Adopt Ordinance No. 2244 regulating e-bikes and e-scooters in parks and trail systems
• Adopt the Deer Mitigation Program

The Abington Board of Commissioners approved a $1,498,000 architectural and engineering design contract with MPdL Studio for the Abington Township Public Library, funded by a grant and library trustee pledges. They also adopted a deer mitigation program, approved a five-year contract with Axon for surveillance cameras, and tabled proposed e-bike regulations.

• Approved minutes from the July 23, 2026 Regular Meeting (14-0)
• Approved Taco Bell minor land development application and Resolution No. 26-029 (14-0)
• Approved Abington School District conditional use application for 2056 Susquehanna Road and 970 Highland Avenue (14-0)
• Tabled e-bike regulations agenda item (14-0)
• Authorized transmittal of zoning map amendments to the Planning Commission (14-0)
• Adopted the Deer Mitigation Program (13-1)
• Approved five-year Axon Outpost TAP Plan contract (14-0)
• Awarded library architectural and engineering design RFP to MPdL Studio for $1,498,000 (14-0)

Planning Commission

The Abington Township Planning Commission is meeting to consider approving the minutes from its July 28, 2026 meeting and to review a mural proposed by Arcadia University for the Keswick Avenue SEPTA bridge underpass. The meeting is open to the public in person, online, or by phone.

• Review of mural at Keswick Avenue SEPTA Bridge Underpass by Arcadia University
• Approval of July 28, 2026 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend approval of community-oriented murals planned by Arcadia University and the Glenside Civic Association at the Keswick Avenue SEPTA bridge underpass. The murals, which will feature native plants, zip codes, and historic landmarks from Abington and Cheltenham, still require approval by the Board of Commissioners under Article 22 of the Zoning Ordinance. The commission also approved the minutes of its July 28, 2026 meeting, 5-0. No other substantive business was decided.

• Recommended approval of Arcadia University murals at Keswick Avenue SEPTA underpass (5-0)
• Approved July 28, 2026 Planning Commission minutes (5-0)

Pension Plan Committee

The Abington Township Pension Plan Committee will meet to approve prior meeting minutes and receive investment performance reviews for the second quarter of 2026 for both the pension plan and the OPEB trust, presented by Donald Grant of PFM. Public participation is available online, by phone, or in person.

• Approval of May 21, 2026 meeting minutes
• Second Quarter 2026 Pension Investment Performance Review (Donald Grant, PFM)
• Second Quarter 2026 OPEB Trust Investment Performance Review (Donald Grant, PFM)

Finance Committee

The Abington Township Finance Committee is meeting to approve the July 2026 expenditures and salaries, and to adopt a resolution recognizing the township's minimum pension obligations for 2027. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom, phone, or in-person viewing room.

• Approval of July 2026 expenditures: $3,754,412.46 and salaries/wages: $2,738,115.13
• Resolution on 2027 minimum municipal funding: $1,610,094 (Non-Uniformed), $4,798,382 (Police), $447,500 (Non-Uniformed Defined Contribution)
• Approval of June 18, 2026 Finance Committee minutes

Environmental Advisory Council

The Abington Township Environmental Advisory Council is meeting to approve minutes from July, receive a treasurer's report, and discuss ongoing projects including recycling outreach, energy initiatives, Bird Town updates, land development, and school district collaboration. New business includes planning for the 2027 budget and initiatives. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom or phone.

• Approval of minutes from July 15, 2026 meeting
• Recycling Program Outreach update
• Energy Initiatives update
• Bird Town Updates
• 2027 Budget and Initiatives discussion

Zoning Hearing Board

The Abington Township Zoning Hearing Board will hold public hearings on six applications, including requests for variances for fences, an accessory structure, a mixed-use building, signs, and a special exception for a medical clinic. The board will also issue decisions on five previously heard applications. Public comments via Zoom are accepted at the end of each hearing.

• Variance for fence at 354 Cadwalader Ave (Floodplain Conservation Overlay)
• Variances for accessory structure at 311 Heathcliffe Rd (impervious coverage, setback)
• Variances for mixed-use building at 2806 Limekiln Pike (green area, floor height, parking)
• Variance for fence at 2972 Madison Ave (floodplain, front yard height)
• Special Exception for medical clinic at 1331 Easton Rd

Board of Commissioners

The Abington Township Board of Commissioners will hold a regular public meeting with several agenda items, including presentations on a preliminary minor land development plan for 1919 Easton Road (Taco Bell) and a deer mitigation program. The board will also vote on resolutions for lot line adjustments and consolidations, a settlement for a tax appeal, and an intergovernmental cooperation agreement with USDA Wildlife Services. Consent agenda items include approving minutes, advertising a traffic safety ordinance, and authorizing an RFQ for the 2027 calendar. The meeting includes public comment periods.

• Presentation of preliminary minor land development plans for 1919 Easton Road (Taco Bell)
• Discussion and presentation of a Deer Mitigation Program
• Resolution No. 26-026: Lot line adjustment approval for 344 & 354 Cadwalader Avenue
• Resolution No. 26-027: Lot consolidation approval for Leopard Road and 1015 Dixon Lane
• Motion to approve June 2026 expenditures of $4,823,730.22 and salaries/wages of $2,569,721.27

The Board of Commissioners approved multiple land use resolutions, a legal settlement, and June 2026 expenditures. A proposal for a deer mitigation program involving controlled hunts was discussed but will be brought back for a vote on August 27.

• Approved July 9, 2026 meeting minutes (13-0)
• Authorized advertisement for traffic safety ordinance amendments (13-0)
• Authorized advertisement for 2027 township calendar quotes (13-0)
• Adopted Resolution 26-026 for Cadwalader Avenue lot line adjustment (13-0)
• Adopted Resolution 26-027 for Leopard Road and Dixon Lane lot consolidation (13-0)
• Approved settlement of 939 Old York Road v. Montgomery Assessment Appeals (13-0)
• Authorized advertisement for Old Welsh Road and Fitzwatertown Road traffic signal bid (13-0)
• Adopted Resolution 26-028 for USDA wildlife management agreement (13-0)

Shade Tree Commission

The Abington Township Shade Tree Commission will meet to approve July minutes, discuss 2027 budget planning including beech tree treatment and fundraising, and review upcoming tree distribution and planting events. The agenda includes guest comments and discussion of invasive plant management.

• 2027 Budget Planning: Beech Tree Treatment, Fundraising Opportunities, Ongoing Expenses
• Invasive Plant Management: Parks & Rec Herbicide Applications
• Abington Woods neighborhood tree distribution – September 12
• Briar Bush free-a-tree (to clear area for grant funded tree/shrub planting) – September 19
• Ardsley Park tree planting – November 15th with 21st rain date

Human Relations Commission

Planning Commission

The Abington Township Planning Commission is meeting to review two development applications: a preliminary minor land development plan for a Taco Bell at 1919 Easton Road, and a conditional use application by the Abington School District for properties at 2056 Susquehanna Road and 970 Highland Avenue. The commission will also consider approving minutes from its April 28, 2026 meeting. Public participation is available in person, online, or by phone.

• Review of LD-26-03: Preliminary Minor Land Development Plans for 1919 Easton Road (Taco Bell)
• Review of Conditional Use application by Abington School District for 2056 Susquehanna Road and 970 Highland Avenue
• Consider approving Planning Commission minutes of April 28, 2026

The Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend approval of a final minor land development plan converting a former bank at 1919 Easton Road into a Taco Bell, granting most requested waivers but excluding waivers #8, #9, #10, #15 and #16 unless the applicant works with the Township Engineer on water volume control. The Commission also voted 5-0 to recommend approval of the Abington School District's conditional use application to consolidate 2056 Susquehanna Road and 970 Highland Avenue and build a new middle school. Both were recommendations only; no final approval was granted by the Commission. The minutes also record approval of the April 28, 2026 minutes, 5-0.

• Approved April 28, 2026 minutes (5-0)
• Recommended approval of final minor land development plan for Taco Bell at 1919 Easton Road (5-0)
• Waivers #8, #9, #10, #15 and #16 excluded from recommended approval unless applicant works with Township Engineer on water volume control
• Applicant agreed to remove waiver #15
• Recommended approval of Abington School District conditional use application for new middle school at 2056 Susquehanna Road and 970 Highland Avenue (5-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Abington Township Library Board of Trustees is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes approving the June meeting minutes, reviewing the treasurer's report for audit, and hearing the director's report, along with committee updates and public comment. No major decisions or proposals are listed beyond routine approvals.

• Approval of minutes from June 22, 2026 meeting
• Review and filing of June 2026 Treasurer's Report for audit
• Director's report
• Adult literacy update
• Public comment period

Board of Commissioners

The Abington Township Board of Commissioners will hold a regular public meeting on July 23, 2026, at 7:00 PM. They will consider several new business items, including awarding a contract for EV charging stations, adopting a traffic calming policy, and approving a lease extension with the school district. The board will also vote on consent agenda items, including approving minutes and a resolution on police records disposition.

• Award EV Charging Stations Project Bid to Armour & Sons for $158,310.90
• Adopt Traffic Calming Policy
• Approve lease extension with Abington School District for property at 2828 Spear Avenue, Ardsley, PA 19038
• Authorize application for $750,000 DCED CFA Multimodal Transportation Fund for Keswick Village Streetscape Pedestrian Safety Enhancements
• Approve First Amendment of Wastewater Service Agreement with City of Philadelphia

The Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted a Traffic Calming Policy, approved a lease extension with the Abington School District for the Ardsley community center, and awarded a $158,310.90 contract for EV charging stations. They also authorized a grant application for pedestrian safety improvements and approved an amendment to the wastewater service agreement with Philadelphia. All votes were 10-0.

• Adopted Traffic Calming Policy (10-0)
• Approved lease extension with Abington School District for 2828 Spear Avenue through Sept 1, 2026 (10-0)
• Awarded EV Charging Stations Project bid to Armour & Sons for $158,310.90 (10-0)
• Adopted Resolution 26-025 authorizing $750,000 grant application for Keswick Village Streetscape improvements (10-0)
• Authorized advertisement of Tree Maintenance Bid (10-0)
• Approved First Amendment of Wastewater Service Agreement with City of Philadelphia (10-0)
• Approved minutes from June 11, 2026 meeting (10-0)
• Adopted Resolution 26-024 for police records disposition (10-0)

Vacant Property Review Board

Zoning Hearing Board

The Abington Township Zoning Hearing Board will hold public hearings on nine applications, including requests for variances, special exceptions, and accessory dwelling units (ADUs). The board will also render decisions on four previously heard cases. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.

• Variance for fence at 354 Cadwalader Ave (Floodplain Conservation Overlay)
• Special exception and variances for attached ADU at 820 Meetinghouse Rd
• Variances for accessory structure at 311 Heathcliffe Rd
• Variance for residential use change at 1155 Easton Rd
• Variance from mixing requirements at 1570/1610 The Fairway (Rydal East, Inc.)

General

The Abington Township Board of Commissioners will hold a conditional use hearing for an application by the Abington School District for properties at 2056 Susquehanna Road and 970 Highland Avenue. The board will consider the application and may take action. Public comment is limited to in-person attendees; Zoom participants can only view and listen.

• Conditional use application by Abington School District
• Properties at 2056 Susquehanna Road and 970 Highland Avenue
• Public hearing with in-person comment only
• Zoom webinar available for remote viewing

Environmental Advisory Council

The Abington Township Environmental Advisory Council is meeting to discuss ongoing environmental initiatives and new business. The agenda includes updates on recycling outreach, energy initiatives, Bird Town, land development, and school district collaboration, as well as new items like the budget, Pre-Night Out, and the status of EV charging stations. Public participation is available via Zoom or phone.

• Update on Recycling Program Outreach
• Update on Energy Initiatives
• Status of EV charging stations
• Budget and Initiatives discussion
• Abington School District Collaboration update