Cove Gap public meetings in 2023
30 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Flood Advisory Committee
There is no agenda provided for this Flood Advisory Committee meeting. The record directs readers to review the meeting minutes instead.
Borough Council
This meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda available and directs readers to review the minutes. No decisions or discussions are listed.
Flood Advisory Committee
This meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda available and directs readers to review the minutes.
Planning Commission
There is no agenda available for the meeting held on November 6, 2023. The record indicates that no items were scheduled for discussion or decision.
Borough Council
There is no agenda available for this meeting. Residents are directed to review the meeting minutes for information regarding proceedings.
Borough Council
This meeting has no published agenda. The only item listed is a note that no agenda is available, directing readers to review the minutes. As such, there are no specific decisions or discussions to report.
Shade Tree Commission
The Cove Gap Shade Tree Commission meeting on October 10, 2023, has no agenda available. The agenda text indicates only that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes. This is a procedural placeholder with no specific items for discussion or decision.
Borough Council
This meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda available and directs readers to review the minutes.
Shade Tree Commission
This meeting has no agenda available; the agenda text states only that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes. No decisions or discussions are listed for this meeting.
The Commission scheduled a fall planting event at Kerr Park for November 4, 2023. Plans include purchasing approximately 10 trees from Towns Edge and promoting the event via social media and the borough newsletter.
- Scheduled fall planting in Kerr Park for November 4, 2023, from 10 AM to 1 PM
- Planned purchase of +/- 10 trees from Towns Edge
- Set library presentation 'Landscape Design & Maintenance' for October 3 at 7 PM
Borough Council
This Borough Council meeting has no agenda available. The only item listed is a note directing readers to review the minutes, so no decisions or discussions are scheduled for public notice.
- No agenda items listed
Borough Council approved the 2024 Minimum Municipal Obligation for police and non-uniformed pension plans. The council also contracted a website consultant and joined a regional streetlight procurement program.
- Approved 2024 Police Pension Plan MMO for $514,464 (4-0)
- Approved 2024 non-uniformed defined contribution pension plan MMO for $180,000 (unanimous)
- Approved contract with DandeLion Digital LLC at $65/hr, not to exceed $1,500/month (unanimous)
- Approved letter of intent for DVRPC Regional Streetlight Procurement Program (unanimous)
- Accepted River Station Deed of Correction (unanimous)
- Appointed Jack Moyer to Flood Advisory Committee (unanimous)
- Reappointed Joe Ferris to Shade Tree Commission (4-0)
- Reappointed Anthony D’Addezio to DMWA Board (unanimous)
Shade Tree Commission
This meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that no agenda is available and directs readers to review the minutes.
The Commission proposed a fall planting event in Kerr Park for November 4, 2023. A library presentation on landscape design and maintenance was scheduled for October 3. The Commission also addressed the term extension for Joe Ferris.
- Proposed fall planting in Kerr Park for November 4, 2023
- Scheduled 'Landscape Design & Maintenance' library presentation for October 3 at 7 PM
- Extended term for Joe Ferris
Borough Council
Council approved a liquor license application for the Downingtown Station Project LLC and authorized the purchase of two replacement servers. The board also approved a grant writing consultant and a financial services agreement with PFM.
- Approved Resolution 2023-10 for Economic Development Restaurant Liquor License Application (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of two replacement servers for $30,892.58 (unanimous)
- Approved proposal for grant writing consultant Social Ink, LLC (unanimous)
- Approved agreement with financial services firm PFM (unanimous)
- Approved front yard fence installation at 136 Bradford Ave. (unanimous)
- Approved expenditures for period ending July 31, 2023 (unanimous)
- Approved July 5, 2023 minutes with one amendment (unanimous)
Flood Advisory Committee
This meeting has no agenda available. The only guidance is to review the minutes, so no specific decisions or discussions are listed for this session.
- No agenda items listed
Borough Council
This meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda available and directs readers to review the minutes. No decisions or discussions are listed.
Borough Council approved the 2022 audit and two mass gathering applications for autumn festivals. Council also updated UCC provisions and decided that the Solicitor would attend a zoning hearing as a neutral presence.
- Approved expenditures for period ending June 30, 2023 (unanimous)
- Approved work session minutes from June 21, 2023 (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 2023-02 updating UCC Provisions (unanimous)
- Accepted 2022 Borough Audit Review (unanimous)
- Denied motion to send Solicitor O’Keefe to zoning hearing to support 520 East Lancaster Associates, LLC application (3-2)
- Approved motion to send Solicitor O’Keefe to zoning hearing as a neutral presence (3-1)
- Approved Mass Gathering Application for Downingtown Fall Fest on September 24, 2023 (unanimous)
- Approved Mass Gathering Application for D-Town Brew Down on October 28, 2023 (unanimous)
Borough Council
This meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda available and directs readers to review the minutes. No decisions or discussions are listed.
Borough Council approved a contract for street tree assessments along Lancaster Avenue and voted to advertise an ordinance updating UCC provisions. PennDOT presented a conceptual plan for the Downingtown Train Station, and staff provided an update on the Comprehensive Plan.
- Approved minutes of June 7, 2023 (unanimous)
- Approved street tree assessment Tasks I and II by Brandywine Urban Forest not to exceed $6,700 (unanimous)
- Approved motion to advertise Ordinance 2023-02 updating UCC provisions (unanimous)
Historic Commission
The commission approved the minutes from May and a sign for a new smoke shop at 330, subject to color changes. The board also coordinated staffing and schedules for Log House events and the upcoming July 4th opening.
- Approved May minutes
- Approved sign for new smoke shop at 330 with color changes
Borough Council
This meeting has no agenda available; only the minutes are referenced for review. The agenda is purely procedural boilerplate with no items to decide or discuss.
Council approved the hiring of a part-time Emergency Management Coordinator and a Public Works employee. The body also adopted Resolution 2023-09 and reappointed members to the Historic Commission, Civil Service Commission, Planning Commission, and Administrative Board of Appeals/UCC Board.
- Approved expenditures for period ending May 31, 2023 (unanimous)
- Approved May 3, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved employment offer to Mark Force as Part-Time Emergency Management Coordinator (unanimous)
- Approved employment offer to Joshua Mumaw for Public Works (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 2023-09 designating members to Administrative Board of Appeals/UCC Board (unanimous)
- Reappointed Jay Byerly and Jay Bird to Historic Commission (unanimous)
- Reappointed Val DiLuigi to Civil Service Commission (unanimous)
- Reappointed Joe Ferris to Planning Commission (5-0, one abstention)
Historic Commission
The Commission approved the minutes from the April meeting. Members discussed ongoing projects including the Log House inventory, herb rack maintenance, and coordination with codes regarding 330 E. Lancaster and the Historic Overlay paint. The Commission agreed to photograph buildings before demolition once identification letters are provided by codes.
- Approved April minutes
Borough Council
This meeting has no published agenda. The only item listed is 'No Agenda,' indicating that no specific business items are scheduled for discussion or decision. Residents are directed to review the minutes for any prior actions.
The Borough Council voted 5-1 to reject bids for Option 1 of the 126 Wallace Ave. project and proceed with Option 2b, which provides additional space for the Police Department. Council also approved expenditures, meeting minutes, a conditional job offer to Cole Burkhart, an employment offer to Robert Duncan, and the appointment of Hank Hamilton to the DMWA Board.
- Approved expenditures for period ending April 30, 2023 (unanimous)
- Approved April 26, 2023 work session minutes (unanimous)
- Rejected bids for Option 1 and moved forward with Option 2b for 126 Wallace Ave. (5-1; Ferris opposed)
- Extended conditional offer of employment to Cole Burkhart (unanimous)
- Approved employment offer to Robert Duncan as Codes Department Administrator (unanimous)
- Appointed Hank Hamilton to DMWA Board (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting at 7:28 p.m. (unanimous)
Borough Council
The agenda for this meeting is not available; only a placeholder stating 'No Agenda' is provided. The council directs residents to review the meeting minutes instead. No decisions or discussions are listed.
- No agenda items listed
Borough Council approved a police chief search and a truck restriction study for Chestnut Street and Whiteland Avenue. The council also authorized bidding for the 2023 road resurfacing program and approved two mass gathering applications. Options for the 126 Wallace Avenue project were presented for future review.
- Approved police chief search via Meyner Center for cost not to exceed $12,100 (unanimous)
- Approved truck restriction study proposal from Albert Federico Consulting, LLC (unanimous)
- Approved advertising for bids for 2023 Road Resurfacing Program (unanimous)
- Approved mass gathering application for Disc Golf Tournament on September 3 (unanimous)
- Approved mass gathering application for Summer Jam on June 17 (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of April 5, 2023 (unanimous)
Shade Tree Commission
This meeting has no agenda available; only minutes are referenced for review. No decisions or discussions are listed for this session.
The Commission coordinated an Earth Day event for April 23 to plant 10 trees in Kerr Park with local scouts. A tree donation was offered by Chris Uhland of Harmony Hill Nursery. The Commission also discussed scheduling an educational presentation with the library.
- Planned planting of 10 trees in Kerr Park for 4/23
- Accepted tree donation offer from Chris Uhland of Harmony Hill Nursery
Borough Council
This meeting has no agenda available. The agenda text only states that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes, so no specific decisions or discussions are listed.
The Borough Council appointed an acting police chief and approved expenditures for the period ending March 31, 2023. Mayor Dague issued a proclamation for National Library Week. A work session previously scheduled for April 19 was moved to April 26.
- Approved expenditures for period ending March 31, 2023 (unanimous)
- Approved March 1, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Lee Powell as acting Chief of Police (unanimous)
- Moved April 19, 2023 work session to April 26, 2023
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the February 6, 2023, meeting. The commission held a Comprehensive Plan kickoff meeting and received updates on local engineering, code, and council matters. No other substantive votes were recorded.
- Approved February 6, 2023, meeting minutes
Borough Council
The agenda for this meeting is not available; it contains only a placeholder stating there is no agenda. The council may review minutes, but no specific items are listed for decision or discussion.
Council appointed a new Borough Manager and approved a stormwater ordinance. They also authorized a land conveyance for 32 Downing Ave and a property resolution with PennDOT. A decision on architectural bids for 126 Wallace Avenue was deferred.
- Appointed Jeff Smith as Borough Manager effective March 20, 2023 (Unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 2023-01 Act 167 Stormwater (Unanimous)
- Approved land conveyance application for 32 Downing Ave with waivers (Unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 2023-07 for Chester Alley property acquisition/disposition with PennDOT (Unanimous)
- Deferred decision on architectural bids for 126 Wallace Avenue for up to 90 days
- Approved expenditures for period ending February 28, 2023 (Unanimous)
- Approved February 1, 2023 Council minutes (Unanimous)
- Approved February 15, 2023 Work Session minutes with amendments
Borough Council
This Borough Council meeting has no published agenda. The only available material is the meeting minutes PDF, so the body is not listing any specific decisions or discussion items for this session.
- No agenda items listed
- Meeting minutes PDF available for review
The Borough Council held a work session to discuss various municipal projects and communication strategies. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded; the session consisted of proposals and discussions for future action.
Shade Tree Commission
This meeting has no agenda available; the agenda text states only that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes. No decisions or discussions are listed for this meeting.
- No agenda items listed
Planning Commission
The agenda for this meeting is empty; no items are listed for discussion or decision. The only instruction is to review the minutes, which are not provided here.
The Planning Commission recommended that Council approve a subdivision plan for 16 & 32 Downing Ave. The commission also received informational updates on a proposed double drive-thru for a McDonald's at 227 E Lancaster Ave, where several members expressed opposition.
- Approved minutes from November 21, 2022
- Approved minutes from December 5, 2022
- Recommended Council approval of subdivision plan for 16 & 32 Downing Ave
Sustainability Advisory Committee
This meeting has no agenda available. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes.
The committee reorganized its leadership and approved the December 2022 meeting minutes. Members discussed a potential EV charger project with EV Connect and a sustainability certification program, though the latter was tabled.
- Elected Caroline O’Connor as Chair and Secretary (3-0)
- Elected Susan McCreadie as Vice-Chair (3-0)
- Approved December 28, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
- Tabled PA Municipal League Sustainability Certification
Borough Council
Borough Council approved a new stormwater ordinance and the promotion of three officers to the rank of Sergeant. The council also authorized an architectural bid for 126 Wallace Avenue and approved a sewer facilities plan proposal. Two resolutions regarding emergency services and the Alternate Open Records Officer were passed.
- Approved promotions to Sergeant for Geoffrey Burkhart, Christopher Scavicchio, and Brandon Seibert (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 2023-01 Act 167 Stormwater (unanimous)
- Approved Act 537 Hydra Terra Professionals Proposal for Sewer Facilities Plan (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2023-05 designating Emergency Services Providers (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2023-06 appointing Debra Lammey as Alternate Open Records Officer (unanimous)
- Approved motion to put out architectural bid for 126 Wallace Avenue (unanimous)
- Approved expenditures for period ending January 31, 2023 (unanimous)
- Approved January 4, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Borough Council
Council appointed Jack Law as Interim Borough Manager and approved a Sewer Facilities Plan proposal from Hydra Terra Professionals. The board also adopted resolutions regarding real estate taxes and the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program.
- Approved expenditures for period ending December 31, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved December 7, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 2023-01 implementing Act 57 (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 2023-02 regarding 2023 Real Estate Tax (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 2023-03 designating Kerry Eltman as agent for Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (unanimous)
- Appointed Jack Law as Interim Borough Manager (unanimous)
- Approved Hydra Terra Professionals Sewer Facilities Plan proposal (unanimous)
- Appointed Devon Killmer to Parks & Rec Commission and reappointed Maria O’Connor and Donnie Britton to Zoning Hearing Board (unanimous)