Delaware County public meetings in 2024
20 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
County Council
The County Council is holding a public hearing and second reading for the 2025 County Budget. The body is also deciding on various grant applications, professional service agreements, and collective bargaining extensions.
- Second reading and public hearing for Ordinance 2024-10 (2025 County Budget)
- Application for EPA SWIFR Grant up to $5,000,000 for composting and hazardous waste facility in Chester Township
- Professional Services Agreement with Herbert, Rowland & Grubic Inc. for bridge management not to exceed $1,064,700
- CBA Extension with AFSCME for 2025 at an increased cost of $943,010.94
- Contract for Verbatim Court Transcription Services with Officemotive, Inc. estimated at $323,750 per year
County Council
The Delaware County Council will discuss several grant applications, including a request for up to $5,000,000 from the EPA's SWIFR program for a composting and hazardous‑waste facility at Transfer Station #1 in Chester Township. It will also approve a $1,400,000 request for proposal for a Drug and Alcohol Recovery Community Center, and a $684,044 Juvenile Probation Services grant. Additional items include contract renewals for software and court transcription services, and a second‑reading ordinance.
- Consider application for up to $5,000,000 EPA SWIFR grant for food‑scraps composting at Transfer Station #1, Chester Township (7.F)
- Approve $1,400,000 request for proposal for a Drug and Alcohol Recovery Community Center (6.B)
- Approve $684,044 Juvenile Probation Services Grant‑in‑Aid for FY2024‑2025 (7.C)
- Renew Cellebrite Premium software license for $31,680 (8.A)
- Award contract to Officemotive, Inc. for court transcription services up to $323,750 per year for up to three years (8.B)
County Council
The County Council will conduct a public hearing and the first reading of Ordinance 2024-10 regarding the 2025 County Budget. The body is also considering several grant acceptances and professional service contracts.
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-10 for the 2025 County Budget
- Acceptance of a $3,753,614.00 Special United States Attorney Pilot Project Grant
- Contract with HBFrazer for $489,700.00 for courthouse cabling
- Agreement with MG Engineering Associates for $49,300.00 for Bridge 225 rehabilitation
- Court-ordered tax refunds totaling $48,395.00
County Council
The County Council will conduct a public hearing and the first reading of the 2025 County Budget ordinance. The body is also considering several grants and contracts for public health, infrastructure, and workforce development.
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-10 regarding the 2025 County Budget
- Acceptance of a $3,753,614.00 Special United States Attorney Pilot Project Grant
- Contract with HBFrazer for $489,700.00 for courthouse wiring
- Agreement with MG Engineering Associates for $49,300.00 for County Bridge 225 rehabilitation
- Court-ordered tax refunds totaling $48,395.00
County Council
The County Council is reviewing an ordinance to set maximum gross weight limits for various county-owned bridges. The body is also considering several grant applications for infrastructure, public health, and environmental projects, as well as professional service contracts for court-ordered evaluations.
- Ordinance 2024-9 establishing maximum gross weight limits for various county-owned bridges
- Sale of a 40-foot-wide strip of property at the Marple Transfer Station for $84,000.00
- Grant application for $417,086.00 to install 414 solar panels on the Government Center Garage roof
- Grant application for $517,555.40 for LED retrofitting at the Emergency Services Center
- Professional services agreement with M.G. Therapeutic Services for court-ordered evaluations not to exceed $314,400.00
County Council
The Delaware County Council will accept a $2,500,000 Neighborhood Access and Equity Grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation for the Redesigning Route 291: Safety, Equity, and Connection project, with PennDOT acting as subrecipient. The council will also conduct a second reading, public hearing, and consideration of Ordinance 2024‑9, which sets maximum gross weight limits on county‑owned bridges. Additional actions include approving several federal and state grants and adopting a resolution to establish a Veterans Advisory Board.
- Accept $2,500,000 USDOT Neighborhood Access and Equity Grant for Route 291 redesign (subrecipient to PennDOT)
- Second reading, public hearing, and consideration of Ordinance 2024‑9 establishing bridge weight limits
- Approve $617,952 Department of Justice grant for 2024 OJJDP Internet Crimes Against Children task forces
- Adopt Resolution 2024‑05 establishing the Veterans Advisory Board for Delaware County
- Approve advertising for Building and Design Services for Safe Routes to School projects in Chester Upland and Southeast Delco School Districts
County Council
The County Council is reviewing ordinances regarding bridge weight limits and the condemnation of private property for a bridge project in Norwood Borough. The body is also deciding on various grants, professional service contracts, and social service agreements.
- Ordinance 2024-8: Intent to take private property by condemnation for a bridge on South Avenue in Norwood Borough
- Ordinance 2024-9: Establishing maximum gross weight limits for various County-owned bridges
- Resolution 2024-03: Establishing a temporary ban on open burning in the County
- Contract for preliminary engineering design for Bridge #36 on Reed Road in Marple Township not to exceed $440,752.71
- Approval of a $165,000 JAG Award and a $301,446 Emergency Management Performance Grant
County Council
The County Council is reviewing ordinances regarding bridge weight limits and the condemnation of private property for a bridge project on South Avenue. The body is also voting on various grants, professional service contracts, and board appointments.
- Ordinance 2024-8: Proposed condemnation of private property for a bridge reconstruction easement on South Avenue in Norwood Borough
- Ordinance 2024-9: Proposed maximum gross weight limits for vehicles on County-owned bridges
- Contract for preliminary engineering design for County Bridge #36 on Reed Road not to exceed $440,752.71
- Grant approval for 2024 Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) totaling $301,446.00
- Purchase of one 2024 Dodge Durango for the Sheriff's Department not to exceed $56,940.52
County Council
The County Council is meeting to discuss various grant applications, contract renewals, and infrastructure projects. Key items include a first reading of an ordinance for property condemnation in Norwood Borough and several funding requests for public health and safety.
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-8 to take private property by condemnation for a bridge reconstruction on South Avenue in Norwood Borough
- Contract with Baker Tilly US, LLP for audit services not to exceed $315,000 for 2024 and $325,000 for 2025
- Proposal for Ford Bros. Electrical Company Inc to create a Rose Tree Park holiday light display not to exceed $175,000
- Grant application for the Continuing County Adult Probation and Parole Grant Program in the amount of $714,829
- Purchase of Microsoft licensing for Delaware County Libraries at a cost of $103,730
County Council
The County Council will discuss a first reading of an ordinance to take private property for a bridge reconstruction project in Norwood Borough. The body is also reviewing multiple grant applications for crime prevention, overdose research, and school safety, as well as several service contracts.
- Ordinance 2024-8: Intent to take private property via condemnation for a bridge project on South Avenue in Norwood Borough
- Grant application for $714,829.00 for the Continuing County Adult Probation and Parole Grant Program
- Grant application up to $700,000.00 for the Psychological Autopsy Initiative to study overdose prevention
- Contract with Baker Tilly US, LLP for audit services not to exceed $315,000.00 for 2024 and $325,000.00 for 2025
- Proposal for Ford Bros. Electrical Company Inc to create a Rose Tree Park holiday display not to exceed $175,000.00
County Council
The Delaware County Council will vote on a range of grant applications, contracts, and lease agreements. Items include a $1.2 million HUD grant to fund a housing needs study, several federal and state grant approvals, and major capital contracts for infrastructure and equipment. All approvals are subject to the County Solicitor’s review.
- Apply for HUD Pathways to Removing Obstacles to Housing grant – $1,200,000 for a housing needs study and affordable‑housing development coordination
- Approve OJJDP FY24 Internet Crimes Against Children grant – $617,952
- Award contract to Quinn Construction for parking garage concrete repairs at the Government Center – up to $1,170,369
- Purchase two Ford F‑150 4x4 trucks for the Health Department – total cost not to exceed $96,520.29 using ARPA funds
- Amend lease for Baldwin Tower Office Building – 13,378 sq ft at 1510 Chester Pike, annual rent $319,382.92, term extended to Jan 31 2026
County Council
The Delaware County Council will consider a series of grant applications, contract awards, and amendments. Items include a $1.17 million contract for parking garage concrete repairs at the Government Center, a $1 million HUD housing study grant, and multiple health‑related purchases and agreements. The council will also appoint members to three commissions.
- Approve contract #eDPW-071024 with Quinn Construction for parking garage concrete repairs at Government Center, up to $1,170,369.00
- Approve application for HUD Pathways to Removing Obstacles to Housing grant, $1,000,000.00 for a housing needs study
- Approve application for OJJDP FY24 Internet Crimes against Children grant, $617,952.00
- Approve purchase of two Ford F‑150 trucks for the Health Department, total cost not to exceed $96,520.29
- Approve contract #KPN-A-202012-04 with Weatherproofing Technologies for roof replacement at Fair Acres Boiler House, up to $535,284.17
County Council
The Delaware County Council will approve contracts for mental health services, grant applications for district attorneys, and funding for the Festival of Lights. The body will also consider amendments to the 2024 Capital Improvement Budget.
- Approval of $2.47M contract with Child Guidance Resource Centers
- Funding for 2024 Festival of Lights at Rose Tree Park ($150K)
- Approval of amended 2024 Capital Improvement Budget ($76.4M)
- Grant application for $3.75M for additional district attorneys
- Approval of $84K for Visit Delco Placer AI subscription
County Council
The Delaware County Council will consider approving funding for the Brandywine Conference & Visitors Bureau, including a $84,000 subscription renewal and a $150,000 grant for the Rose Tree Park Festival of Lights. The body will also vote on extending a grant for Chester police staffing and approving the amended 2024 Capital Improvement Budget.
- Approval of $84,000 Visit Delco Placer AI subscription renewal
- Approval of $150,000 Visit Delco grant for Rose Tree Park Festival of Lights
- Approval to extend Chester police staffing MOU to Dec 31, 2024
- Approval of amended 2024 Capital Improvement Budget ($76,433,471.00)
- Approval of $63,125 Hart Intercivic ballot scanners from Election Integrity Grant
County Council
The County Council is reviewing an ordinance to take private property by condemnation in Aston Township for a trail project. The body is also considering various grant acceptances and contract renewals for human services and infrastructure.
- Ordinance 2024-07 to condemn a parcel in Aston Township for the Chester Creek Trail extension
- Approval of $200,000 grant for an Academic Birthing Companion Program with Temple University
- Request for Proposal for design services for the Darby Creek Trail expansion estimated at $700,000
- Acceptance of a $1,000,000 CRISI grant for the Darby Township Main Street Grade Crossing Project with a $250,000 county match
- Submission of Human Services Block Grant Annual Plan to receive $49,567,651.00 with a $990,731 county contribution
County Council
The council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 2024-07 to take private property by condemnation from an unlocatable owner of a parcel in Aston Township for the Chester Creek Trail extension. Council members will also receive updates on opioid settlement fund distribution and will consider several grant acceptances ranging from $140,745 to $1,072,800. Additional actions include advertising bids for bridge rehabilitation, design services for the Darby Creek Trail expansion, and purchases for Fair Acres Geriatric Center facilities.
- Ordinance 2024-07: Condemnation of an unlocatable owner’s parcel in Aston Township for Chester Creek Trail extension.
- Advertisement to solicit design services for Darby Creek Trail expansion (project valued at $700,000).
- Acceptance of $1,072,800 HealthChoices Reinvestment grant from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services.
- Purchase of HVAC system for Fair Acres Geriatric Center Building #4 for $48,900.
- Updated Professional Services Agreement with Apex Cellular Experts for $120,000, funded by Special US Attorney Pilot Project Grant.
County Council
The County Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 2024-7 to condemn a parcel in Aston Township for the Chester Creek Trail extension and on Ordinance 2024-6 to amend the Capital Improvement Plan. It will approve several contract extensions, advertisement authorizations, and equipment purchases. The Council will also vote on multiple grant applications, including a $14.6 million CDBG-DR disaster recovery grant, a $750,000 stormwater management grant, and other state and federal grant requests.
- First and second reading of Ordinance 2024-7 to condemn a parcel in Aston Township for the Chester Creek Trail extension
- Second reading of Ordinance 2024-6 amending Section 6-34 of the Administrative Code (Capital Improvement Plan)
- Approval to apply for a DCED CDBG-DR grant up to $14,600,000 for Hurricane Ida recovery
- Approval to apply for Act 167 Phase II stormwater management funding up to $750,000 (County match $250,000)
- Approval of a professional services agreement with Grom Associates for an ERP Project Manager up to $471,200
County Council
The Delaware County Council will vote on several budget transfers, contract amendments, and procurement approvals. Key items include a $4.87 million increase to the Intercommunity Health Department operating budget, a $3.96 million addition to the 2021 Capital Improvement Program, and a $1.62 million transfer from the General Fund to IT and Employee Benefits. The council will also consider furniture procurement for Fair Acres and amendments to existing construction contracts.
- Approve $4,870,800 increase to the Intercommunity Health Department operating budget (ARPA funding).
- Approve $3,958,937 addition to the 2021 Capital Improvement Program for health department design, Yeadon Wellness Center Phase II, IT data center upgrades, and other projects.
- Approve transfer of $1,624,227 from the General Fund: $1,419,877 to the IT Department operating budget and $204,350 to the Employee Benefits budget.
- Approve purchase of resident furniture for Fair Acres Building #8, floors 10‑12, up to $565,679 from Corbett Inc.
- Amend Contract #E-32320 for Detwiler Roofing, increasing the contract from $433,000 to $445,720.
County Council
The Delaware County Council will consider approving various contracts, including grants for transportation, tree canopy studies, and prison workforce development, as well as amendments to existing agreements for services and infrastructure. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding a grant application for Hurricane Ida recovery.
- Approval of $28,000 grant for Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission GIS
- Approval of $1,228,000 grant for Prison-to-Community Workforce Development
- Approval of $69,995 contract for County-wide Tree Canopy Study
- First Reading of Ordinance 2024-6 amending the Capital Improvement Plan
- Public comment on CDBG-DR Grant for Hurricane Ida recovery
County Council
Delaware County Council is reviewing several high-value grant applications and infrastructure contracts. The meeting includes decisions on network upgrades, public health funding, and facility renovations.
- Proposed $2,136,660.00 contract with EPLUS Technologies for network switches and wireless access points
- Application for Pennsylvania Election Integrity Grant anticipated to exceed $2,000,000.00
- Application for EPA Community Change Grant for an estimated amount up to $3,000,000.00
- Contract award to L.J. Paolella Construction for Human Resources Office Suite Improvements not to exceed $499,908.00
- Approval to advertise restroom renovations for Rose Tree Park and Clayton Park