Gettysburg public meetings in 2025

Historic Architectural Review Board

The Historic Architectural Review Board will approve the meeting agenda and minutes, and consider a consent agenda item for an exterior exhaust vent at 110 Baltimore Street. It will review a major project replacing asbestos siding at 522 York Street and discuss a draft proposal to expand the Seminary Ridge Historic District to include properties fronting Middle Street and associated with the Lutheran Seminary. The board will also evaluate four new major project applications for window replacement, a carport and storage shed, roof repair for the community soup kitchen, and a stairway deck demolition at various addresses.

• Consent agenda: exterior exhaust vent/fan at 110 Baltimore Street
• Major project: replacement of asbestos siding at 522 York Street
• Draft proposal to expand Seminary Ridge Historic District to include Middle Street properties
• Window replacement at 37 Breckenridge Street
• Carport and storage shed construction at 120 N. Stratton Street

The Historic Architectural Review Board approved its agenda (5‑0) and accepted the November 19 minutes (3‑0). It approved a consent‑agenda item for an exterior vent at 110 Baltimore Street (5‑0). The board returned the 522 York Street siding application to the table (6‑0) and then recommended that Borough Council issue a Certificate of Appropriateness for that siding replacement (6‑0). It also returned the proposed Seminary Ridge Historic District to the table for further study (6‑0).

• Approved meeting agenda (5‑0)
• Accepted November 19 minutes as amended (3‑0)
• Approved COA‑250098 exterior vent at 110 Baltimore St (5‑0)
• Returned COA‑250093 siding project at 522 York St to the table (6‑0)
• Recommended Borough Council issue COA for 522 York St siding replacement (6‑0)
• Returned proposed Seminary Ridge Historic District to the table (6‑0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will vote on a parcel boundary adjustment at 26 East High Street. The body will also provide a recommendation to the Zoning Hearing Board regarding a special exception for the Keystone Inn at 231 Hanover Street.

• Vote on minor subdivision/parcel boundary adjustment for 26 East High Street
• Recommendation for special exception for nonconforming Inn land-use at 231 Hanover Street
• Extension request for 351 East Water Street to March 16, 2026
• Discussion of Gettysburg Station at 108 North Stratton Street
• Approval of 2026 Planning Commission Meeting Calendar

The commission granted Simrat LLC an extension to March 16, 2026 for its Water Street review. It approved the subdivision and land‑development plan for 26 E. High Street with conditions. Commissioners recommended approval of the Keystone Inn lodging application. The 2026 meeting calendar was adopted and the meeting was adjourned.

• Agenda approved (5‑0)
• November 17, 2025 minutes approved (5‑0)
• Extension for SLD‑250002/351 E Water St granted to 3/16/26 (5‑0)
• Subdivision and Land Development Plan for 26 E High St approved with conditions (5‑0)
• Recommendation to approve ZHB‑250003 Keystone Inn lodging request approved (5‑0)
• 2026 Planning Commission meeting calendar approved (5‑0)
• Resignation of Secretary Sarah Kipp announced effective 12/31/25 (not a vote)
• Meeting adjourned (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Gettysburg Borough Council will approve the 2026 municipal budget, including the General Fund, Fire Protection Services, and Capital Projects funds, and enact the corresponding tax rates. The meeting will also include a public hearing for a liquor license transfer and approve various administrative appointments.

• Adopt FY2026 General Fund budget ($7,516,659)
• Enact FY2026 real estate tax rate (4.7702 mills)
• Set public hearing for liquor license transfer (29 N. Washington St)
• Approve FY2026 Capital Projects budget ($3,555,245)
• Approve entry-level police officer appointment (Katherine Mas esie)

The Borough Council voted 5-2 to adopt Ordinance No. 1498-25, amending Chapter 27 of the Zoning Code and the zoning map. A separate unanimous vote approved Ordinance No. 1499-25, amending the Historic District Ordinance. The council also approved several administrative projects, including a major roof project at 25 Steinwehr Avenue and an emergency demolition at 29 E. Middle Street.

• Approved Ordinance No. 1498-25 amending Chapter 27 Zoning and map (5-2)
• Approved Ordinance No. 1499-25 amending Historic District Ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved agenda for the Dec 8, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the Nov 10 and Nov 24, 2025 meetings (unanimous)
• Accepted HARB recommendation for roof project at 25 Steinwehr Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved emergency demolition of rear garage at 29 E. Middle Street (unanimous)
• Approved multiple minor roof projects (COA‑250083, 250084, 250085, 250091, 250087) (unanimous)

Gettysburg Borough Storm Water Authority (GBSWA)

The Gettysburg Borough Storm Water Authority will discuss financial updates, including year-to-date revenue and expenses. The board will receive updates on three specific storm water infrastructure projects and a meeting with Senator Dave McCormick.

• Revenue vs. Expenses YTD (2025)
• Steven’s Run Classification Study
• Lincoln Avenue Storm Water Pipe Replacement Project
• North Washington Street Storm Pipe
• 2025 billing payments and filed liens

The board voted 4‑to‑0 to adopt the meeting agenda, the revised October 14 minutes, and all bills and payroll. Financial updates showed $279,177.92 in revenue and a $56,358.64 surplus. The board agreed to replace the breached North Washington Street storm pipe entirely (Option A) and to hold Met‑Ed accountable for the violation. Administrative Manager Charles Gable will send a formal letter to Met‑Ed and file an Alleged Violation Report with PA One‑Call.

• Approved agenda, minutes and all bills/payroll (4‑0)
• Adopted full pipe replacement (Option A) for North Washington Street storm pipe breach
• Directed Met‑Ed to be held accountable for 811 violation
• Administrative Manager to send assertive letter to Met‑Ed citing engineer findings
• Administrative Manager to submit Alleged Violation Report to PA One‑Call and PUC

Borough Council

The Gettysburg Borough Council work session will discuss a new waste hauler contract, including its contents and timeline. Council members will review the borough's two‑year accomplishments and priorities for 2026. Additional agenda items include fee‑resolution amendments, a $150,000 grant‑match award, and several parking and infrastructure proposals.

• Waste hauler contract – discussion of contract terms and timeline
• 2024 Fee Resolution Amendments (towing fees)
• SS4A 20% grant match in the amount of $150,000
• Stevens Run Channel Wall ownership / rights‑of‑way
• APP Only Parking proposal on Constitution Avenue

The council asked Councilman Carr and Councilman Mooney to meet with local businesses and gather input on a potential commercial waste hauler contract, with a report due in about three weeks. The meeting was then adjourned to an executive session at 8:10 PM. No formal votes or approvals were recorded.

• Councilman Carr and Councilman Mooney tasked to gather business input on a commercial waste hauler contract (report due ~3 weeks)
• Meeting adjourned to an executive session at 8:10 PM

Historic Architectural Review Board

The Historic Architectural Review Board will approve the agenda and October meeting minutes, and will consider a consent agenda item authorizing an emergency demolition permit for 29 E. Middle Street. The board will review three major project applications: siding replacement at 522 York Street, roof and porch work at 25 Steinwehr Avenue, and window replacement at 9 Hanover Street. A draft proposal to expand the Seminary Ridge Historic District to cover properties fronting Middle Street and between Middle Street and Springs Avenue will be discussed. The board will also receive reports on previously approved certificates of appropriateness for several minor roof projects.

• Approve emergency demolition permit for 29 E. Middle Street (COA25-0089).
• Review major project COA-250093: replace asbestos siding at 522 York Street.
• Review major project COA-250090: roof replacement and porch renovation at 25 Steinwehr Avenue.
• Review major project COA-250088: replace 20 windows at 9 Hanover Street.
• Discuss draft expansion of Seminary Ridge Historic District to include Middle Street properties.

Board members accepted the meeting agenda and the October 15 minutes, each by a 4‑0 vote. They approved the emergency demolition of the rear block garage at 125 S. Washington Street, also by a 4‑0 vote. The application to replace asbestos siding at 522 York Street was tabled pending insurance information, with a 4‑0 vote. No other applications were acted upon.

• Accepted meeting agenda (4-0)
• Accepted October 15 minutes (4-0)
• Approved emergency demolition of rear block garage at 125 S. Washington St (4-0)
• Tabled siding replacement project at 522 York St pending insurance data (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a parcel boundary adjustment and discuss extension requests for two development projects. The meeting also includes an announcement regarding a Borough Council vote on the Zoning Ordinance update.

• Extension request to January 20, 2026, for Gettysburg Station at 108 North Stratton Street
• Discussion of development plan changes for Simrat, LLC at 351 East Water Street
• Review of minor subdivision and parcel boundary adjustment for Beyond All Boundaries, Inc. at 26 East High Street
• Announcement of Borough Council vote on Zoning Ordinance update on December 8, 2025

The Planning Commission approved its agenda and the October 20, 2025 minutes by unanimous vote. It accepted a developer‑requested extension for the Gettysburg Station project at 108 N. Stratton Street to January 20, 2026. The commission took no action on the Simrat, LLC water‑street site and the Beyond All Boundaries subdivision pending further review, and then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved meeting agenda (5‑0)
• Approved October 20, 2025 minutes (5‑0)
• Accepted extension for Gettysburg Station plan through Jan 20 2026 (unanimous)
• No action taken on Simrat, LLC 351 E. Water Street application
• No action taken on Beyond All Boundaries 26 E. High Street subdivision pending county comments
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will discuss filling the 3rd Ward council vacancy left by the death of Judith Butterfield. It will review a proposed comprehensive rezoning and amendment of the Zoning Ordinance and Map for publication before a Dec. 8 vote. The council will also consider new parking ordinances for Hillcrest Place and York Street, and a temporary $18 daily rate for Racehorse Alley Parking Garage on Dec. 6 during the Gettysburg Christmas Festival.

• Motion to authorize publication of a proposed comprehensive rezoning and amendment of the Gettysburg Borough Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map.
• Resolution No. 111025-1 to appoint a replacement for the vacant 3rd Ward council seat after Judith Butterfield’s death.
• Ordinance No. 1496-25 designating portions of Hillcrest Place as residential parking permit street areas.
• Ordinance No. 1497-25 designating the second block of York Street for on‑street metered parking with a 12‑hour limit.
• Motion to set a temporary daily rate of $18.00 for Racehorse Alley Parking Garage on Dec. 6, 2025 for the Gettysburg Christmas Festival.

The Borough Council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes of prior sessions. Council members appointed William Mooney III to fill the vacancy left by the late Judith Butterfield, with the appointment expiring on January 5, 2026. The council also elected Alisha Sanders as Vice‑President. No vote was taken on the draft zoning ordinance.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of prior meetings (unanimous)
• Appointed William Mooney III to vacant Council seat until Jan 5 2026 (unanimous)
• Sworn in William Mooney III as Council member (notary administered)
• Elected Alisha Sanders as Vice‑President of Borough Council (unanimous)

Human Relations Commission (HRC)

The Gettysburg Human Relations Commission will adopt its agenda and approve the public meeting minutes from August 5, 2025. Commissioners will discuss outreach activities from the Adams County Heritage Festival and the Juneteenth Celebration, and review updates on the retractable tabletop banner and the alternate member position. No new business items are listed, and public comment will be taken before adjournment.

• Adopt agenda for the meeting
• Approve public meeting minutes from August 5, 2025
• Outreach recap: Adams County Heritage Festival (Sept 21, 2025)
• Outreach recap: Juneteenth Celebration (June 21, 2025)
• Old business: HRC retractable tabletop banner

The Human Relations Commission approved the August 5, 2025 minutes without changes. It adopted a quarterly meeting schedule for 2026, with the next meeting set for February 3, 2026. Members assigned follow‑up tasks: the chair will contact the alternate member about resignation and a member will consult the borough solicitor on participation expectations and removal procedures.

• Approved minutes from August 5, 2025 (no additions or corrections)
• Adopted quarterly meeting schedule for 2026, first Tuesday of each month at 5:15 pm
• Scheduled next meeting for Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 5:15 pm
• Chair McClure to contact Scott Hancock about resigning as alternate member
• Marie Figueroa‑Ocasio to check with borough solicitor on member participation expectations and removal process
• Agreed that HRC representation work should be shared among all commission members

Borough Council

The Borough Council will discuss expenditures and revenues for the 2026 budget, including the General Fund and various capital and reserve funds. The session will also cover the 2026 Fee Resolution.

• Review of 2026 Budget expenditures and revenues across nine different funds
• Discussion of the 2026 Fee Resolution
• Executive session to discuss employee appointments, terms, and performance evaluations
• Executive session to review confidential Borough business

The council voted to purchase three police software subscriptions recommended by the consultant. It decided to postpone buying new parking kiosks. The council also approved budgeting for broadcasting the Historical Architectural Review Board and Planning Commission meetings. Options for addressing the budget shortfall were discussed but no final action was taken.

• Approved purchase of Vector Solutions and Verizon police software subscriptions (consensus)
• Postponed purchase of new parking kiosks (consensus to hold off)
• Approved budgeting for broadcasting Historical Architectural Review Board and Planning Commission meetings (consensus)
• Discussed three options to cover $311,000 budget shortfall (no decision made)

Planning Commission

The Gettysburg Planning Commission will review a major subdivision and land development plan for 351 East Water Street (SLD-250002) and a minor subdivision/boundary adjustment for 26 East High Street (SLD-250003). The meeting also includes routine agenda approval, minutes review, and public comment. An announcement was made that a public hearing on zoning ordinance and zoning map amendments will be held on Monday, October 27, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.

• Review of major subdivision and final land development plan for 351 East Water Street (SLD-250002)
• Review of minor subdivision and parcel boundary adjustment for 26 East High Street (SLD-250003)
• Announcement of public hearing for zoning ordinance and zoning map amendments on Oct 27, 2025
• Tabling of old business items SLD-240003 (Gettysburg Station) and SLD-250002
• Routine agenda approval, minutes review, and public comment

The commission approved the meeting agenda (4‑0) and the July 21, 2025 minutes (4‑0). It accepted the plan for review of a minor subdivision at 26 E. High Street (5‑0). No action was taken on the Gettysburg Station and Simrat, LLC projects, and the meeting was adjourned (5‑0).

• Agenda approved (4-0)
• July 21, 2025 minutes approved (4-0)
• Accepted plan for review of minor subdivision at 26 E. High St (5-0)
• No action taken on Gettysburg Station project (SLD-240003)
• No action taken on Simrat, LLC project (SLD-250002)
• Meeting adjourned (5-0)

Historic Architectural Review Board

The Historic Architectural Review Board will approve the agenda, meeting minutes, and consent agenda items. It will review two major project applications: restoration of the Arts Council canopy at 125 S. Washington Street and roof, window, and sign work at 162 Work Street by HAP Co Realty LLC. The board will discuss a draft proposal to expand the Gettysburg Borough Historic District to include properties fronting Middle Street, between Middle Street and the centerline of Springs Avenue, and those associated with the Lutheran Seminary. Several minor project certificates of appropriateness will also be noted.

• COA 25-0082 – 125 S. Washington Street – Arts Council: restore front canopy, install EIFS, add lettering
• COA 25-0026 – 162 Work Street – HAP Co Realty LLC: replace roof, install new vinyl windows, brick repointing, add five‑foot sign
• Draft Seminary Ridge Historic District expansion: include properties on Middle Street, between Middle Street and Springs Avenue, and Lutheran Seminary sites
• COA 25-0081 – 226 York Street – Doris Harman: replace wood stockage fence with in‑kind fence
• COA 25-0079 – 227 Baltimore Street – Amy C. Mozuch‑Dell: replace roof with in‑kind materials

The Historic Architectural Review Board accepted the October 15 agenda unanimously (7‑0). It approved the September 17 meeting minutes with a 6‑0 vote and one abstention. The Board voted 7‑0 to recommend that Borough Council issue a Certificate of Appropriateness for the façade restoration project at 125 S. Washington Street.

• Accepted October 15 agenda (7‑0)
• Approved September 17 minutes (6‑0, 1 abstain)
• Recommended Certificate of Appropriateness for 125 S. Washington St. (7‑0)

Borough Council

At this meeting the Gettysburg Borough Council will vote on awarding several contracts for the Welcome Center Project, including a $1,249,000 general construction contract. The council will also authorize design and easement agreements for the East Water Street Bridge and the new Welcome Center facility. Additional items include ordinance amendments for the historic district and parking regulations, as well as approval of the 2026 draft budget and payroll adjustments.

• Award general construction contract for the Welcome Center Project to Gettysburg Construction Company for $1,249,000
• Award mechanical ($135,100), plumbing ($99,516), and electrical ($140,700) contracts for the Welcome Center Project
• Authorize the Borough Engineer to complete design, permitting, bidding, and construction oversight for the East Water Street Bridge
• Approve temporary and permanent easement agreements with Gettysburg Works, LLC for 344 Baltimore Street related to the Welcome Center
• Motion to amend the Gettysburg Historic District Ordinance to clarify HARB vote requirements

Gettysburg Borough Storm Water Authority (GBSWA)

The Gettysburg Borough Storm Water Authority will receive financial updates, a composting bins update, and consider several new items. The board will vote on a motion to authorize C.S. Davidson, Inc. to design and engineer the Lincoln Avenue storm‑water pipe replacement, with bidding expected in winter/spring 2026 and construction in fall 2026. Additional items include discussion of a Stevens Run runoff project, the 2026 budget proposal, and the classification of Stevens Run as a stream or channel. Public comment will be limited to agenda items.

• Lincoln Avenue Storm Water Pipe Replacement Project – authorize design/engineering
• Stevens Run runoff project (Robbie Harbaugh)
• 2026 Budget Proposal
• Stevens Run Classification (stream vs. channel)
• Composting Bins Update

The board approved the meeting agenda and minutes by a 4‑to‑0 vote. It then authorized the GBSWA and Borough Engineer to design and engineer the Lincoln Avenue Storm Water Pipe Replacement, with bidding expected in winter/spring 2026 and construction in fall 2026, also by a 4‑to‑0 vote. Finally, the board approved purchasing a 52‑inch Bobcat remote‑operated slope mower for $63,495.00, funding two‑thirds of the cost, again by a 4‑to‑0 vote.

• Approved October 14, 2025 agenda and August 11, 2025 minutes (4‑to‑0)
• Authorized design and engineering of Lincoln Avenue storm water pipe replacement, bidding winter/spring 2026, construction fall 2026 (4‑to‑0)
• Approved purchase of 52‑inch Bobcat RC slope mower for $63,495.00, GBSWA to fund two‑thirds of cost (4‑to‑0)

Borough Council

The Gettysburg Borough Council work session will discuss the 2023 Comprehensive Rezoning, including adoption of the Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance. Additional items include a pension plan text clarification, compliance for the Stevens Run mower (MS4), and the DPW New Facilities Building. The meeting also provides public comment, announcements of upcoming hearings, and an executive session on personnel and confidential matters.

• PBS 2023-01 Comprehensive Rezoning – Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance (SALDO)
• DPW New Facilities Building
• Pension Plan Text Clarification
• Stevens Run Mower (MS4) compliance
• CDBG Public Hearing #2 scheduled for August 25, 2025

The council noted a $180,000 budget deficit and encouraged posting the 2026 draft budget for public review. They discussed purchasing a $63,495 brush‑hog for Stevens Run, with costs to be split between the borough and the storm‑water authority, and reached consensus to pursue the purchase. Presentations on updating the Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance and on renovating the Public Works building were given, but no votes or formal approvals were recorded.

Borough Council

The Gettysburg Borough Council work session will discuss several ongoing items, including clarification of the pension plan text and a compliance issue for the Stevens Run mower. The council will review the Department of Public Works new facilities building project. A major agenda item is the adoption of the Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance (SALDO) as part of the 2023 Comprehensive Rezoning. Additional items listed for future consideration include fee resolutions, parking proposals, and grant matches.

• PBS 2023-01 Comprehensive Rezoning – adoption of Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance (SALDO)
• DPW New Facilities Building project
• Pension Plan Text Clarification (Gable)
• Stevens Run Mower (MS4) compliance issue (Harbaugh)
• 2026 Budget Proposal Presentation (upcoming meeting noted)

Historic Architectural Review Board

The Historic Architectural Review Board will consider the remanded critical project COA‑25030, which involves relocating a structure to 99 Steinwehr Avenue and approving demolition of a block garage on Washington Street. The board will also conduct initial reviews of two major projects: a new 9 × 9 ft shed at 75 Springs Avenue and an ADA‑compliant ramp with handrails at 105 Chambersburg Street. Administrative approvals for minor projects at 302 S. Washing Street and 64 E. Stevens will be confirmed, and the board will adopt the agenda, approve prior meeting minutes, and hear public comments.

• Review of COA‑25030 critical project – relocation to 99 Steinwehr Ave and demolition of block garage on Washington St.
• Initial review of COA 25‑0077 – construction of a 9 × 9 ft shed at 75 Springs Ave.
• Initial review of COA 25‑0074 – removal of porch components and installation of ADA‑compliant ramp with aluminum handrails at 105 Chambersburg St.
• Administrative approval of COA 25‑0078 – gutter support guards and leaf protection at 302 S. Washing St.
• Administrative approval of COA 25‑0076 – replacement of rear deck with in‑kind wood decking at 64 E. Stevens.

The Historic Architectural Review Board confirmed a 4‑to‑2 vote to recommend a Certificate of Appropriateness for moving the house at 95 Steinwehr Avenue to the rear of 99 Steinwehr Avenue. The board also unanimously recommended a Certificate of Appropriateness for a new 9 ft × 9 ft storage shed at 75 Springs Avenue. No consent‑agenda items were presented.

• Accepted September 17 agenda – approved 6‑0
• Accepted August 20 minutes (amended) – approved 5‑0, 1 abstention
• Accepted July 16 minutes – approved 3‑0, 3 abstentions
• Ratified relocation of 95 Steinwehr Ave house – vote 4‑2, 1 absent
• Recommended Certificate of Appropriateness for 9 ft × 9 ft shed at 75 Springs Ave – vote 6‑0, 1 absent

Planning Commission

The Gettysburg Planning Commission will discuss an update on the Gettysburg Station project at 108 North Stratton Street, with no action taken. The commission will review Simrat, LLC's application for a Major Preliminary and Final Subdivision and Land Development Plan for 351 East Water Street, Parcel 16007-0142B-000. Announcements include the next meeting on October 20 and a public hearing on zoning ordinance amendments on October 27.

• Old Business – SLD-240003: General updates and review extension for Gettysburg Station at 108 N. Stratton St (no formal action).
• New Business – SLD-250002: Review of Simrat, LLC application for a Major Preliminary and Final Subdivision and Land Development Plan for 351 East Water St, Parcel 16007-0142B-000.
• Announcement of next Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, October 20, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.
• Announcement of public hearing for Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map amendments on Monday, October 27, 2025.

The Planning Commission postponed further consideration of the Gettysburg Station project (SLD‑240003) until the November 17, 2025 meeting. It then accepted the subdivision and land development application for 351 E. Water Street (SLD‑250002) for review. Both motions passed unanimously with a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved agenda as posted (4‑0)
• Approved July 21, 2025 minutes (4‑0)
• Postponed Gettysburg Station project (SLD‑240003) to Nov 17, 2025 (4‑0)
• Accepted subdivision and land development application for 351 E. Water Street (SLD‑250002) for review (4‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Shade Tree Commission

The commission will discuss the 2025 Shade Tree budget and requests for tree planting and pruning on W. Broadway. The body will also receive updates on public works activities including tree removals and pruning.

• 2025 Shade Tree budget
• Tree planting request for 35 W. Broadway
• Tree pruning request for 49 W. Broadway
• Century Link tree removal update
• Pruning work at 319 York

Borough Council

Borough Council will consider scheduling a public hearing for October 27, 2025, regarding comprehensive zoning review and revisions. The body will also review several historic preservation projects and approve payments for infrastructure work.

• Proposed public hearing on October 27, 2025, for Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map amendments
• Payment of $318,373.15 to Kinsley Construction for North Washington Street - C2P2 project
• Payment of $29,385.20 to Arch Masonry Inc. for Racehorse Alley Parking Garage Maintenance 2025
• Proposed Ordinance No. 1495-25 to update qualifications and duties for the Chief of Police
• CDBG grant application for the Building Brighter Tomorrows Center renovation at 224 Baltimore Street

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and prior minutes. It voted to schedule a public hearing on October 27, 2025 to gather comment on the proposed zoning ordinance amendment. The council also unanimously accepted three Historic Architectural Review Board recommendations for Certificate of Appropriateness projects.

• Approved September 8, 2025 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 11, 2025 and related meetings (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing on zoning ordinance amendment for Oct. 27, 2025 (unanimous)
• Accepted HARB recommendation for COA-250064 demolition project at 700 Baltimore Street (unanimous)
• Accepted HARB recommendation for COA-250058 fence replacement at 120-122 Carlisle Street (unanimous)
• Accepted HARB recommendation for COA-250061 accessory structure at 219 Steinwehr Avenue (unanimous)

Borough Council

The council agreed to adopt the family definition proposed by the Planning Commission. It also approved the mapped zoning districts presented by staff. The parcel at 100 Buford Avenue was changed from R‑1 to the NC‑3 zoning district. Finally, the council selected option three to designate the east side of Carlise Street as a Revitalization District.

• Adopt Planning Commission’s definition of family (consensus)
• Approve mapped zoning districts as presented (consensus)
• Rezone 100 Buford Avenue from R‑1 to NC‑3 (decision)
• Approve Revitalization District for east side of Carlise Street (option 3)

Borough Council

The council voted to apply the $126,173 CDBG allocation to the Adams County Children’s Advocacy Center’s Brighter Tomorrows Center. It also approved a resolution amending the Civil Service Rules for Chief of Police qualifications. Council expressed support for the NC‑4 Carlisle Street Neighborhood Commercial District in the rezoning rewrite. A decision on the Revitalization District and Definition of Family was deferred and a special work session was scheduled for September 3, 2025.

• Approved applying CDBG funds to Brighter Tomorrows Center project
• Approved resolution amending Civil Service Rules for Chief of Police hiring
• Supported NC‑4 Carlisle Street Neighborhood Commercial District
• Deferred decision on Revitalization District and Definition of Family
• Scheduled special work session on Sep 3, 2025 to finalize Revitalization District and Definition of Family

Borough Council

The council met to solicit citizen input on possible uses of the $126,173 2025 CDBG allocation, including ADA curb cuts and a $4 million+ renovation of the Brighter Tomorrows Center. No public comments were received and no actions or votes were taken before the meeting was adjourned.

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hold a work session to discuss the 2025 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) allocation projects and civil service regulation updates. The council will also review the PBS 2023-01 Comprehensive Rezoning.

• CDBG 2025 Allocation Project Discussion
• Civil Service Regulations updates and discussion
• PBS 2023-01 Comprehensive Rezoning

Historic Architectural Review Board

The Historic Architectural Review Board will review several major and critical projects, including a new duplex and the restoration of an 1840s log cabin. The board will also consider applications for a prefabricated shed, a pergola, and the relocation of a structure.

• COA-250072: New 2-story duplex at 432 S. Washington Street
• COA-250071: Restoration of 1840s log cabin at 219 S. Washington Street
• COA-250061: 17.5 foot tall 2-story accessory barn at 219 Steinwehr Avenue
• COA-250064: Demolition of above ground water storage tank at 700 Baltimore Street
• COA-25030: Relocation of structure to 99 Steinwehr Avenue

The Historic Architectural Review Board accepted the meeting agenda (5‑to‑0) and the June 18, 2025 minutes (4‑to‑0). It approved the two Consent Agenda projects—700 Baltimore Street demolition and 120‑122 Carlisle Street fence replacement (both 5‑to‑0). The board then voted 5‑to‑0 to recommend that Borough Council issue a Certificate of Appropriateness for a new prefabricated two‑story accessory structure at 219 Steinwehr Avenue, conditioned on roofing that matches the existing building.

• Accepted August 20 agenda (5‑to‑0)
• Accepted June 18, 2025 minutes (4‑to‑0)
• Approved Consent Agenda A: 700 Baltimore St demolition (5‑to‑0)
• Approved Consent Agenda B: 120‑122 Carlisle St fence replacement (5‑to‑0)
• Recommended COA for 219 Steinwehr Ave accessory shed (5‑to‑0)

Borough Council

The borough council unanimously accepted the resignation of patrol officer Shannon Hilliard and ratified a Separation and Release Agreement with him. The council also appropriated $4,000 from the General Fund for grant‑writing services to support a PennDOT transportation set‑aside grant for the Gettysburg Inner Loop Phase B2 project. The meeting was then adjourned to an executive session.

• Accepted resignation of Officer Shannon Hilliard (unanimous)
• Authorized and ratified Separation and Release Agreement with Officer Shannon Hilliard (unanimous)
• Appropriated $4,000 from General Fund for Michael Baker International grant‑writing services (unanimous)
• Approved agenda for the special business meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting to executive session (unanimous)

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission accepted the corrected minutes from April 8, 2025, and unanimously accepted the financial report showing a balance of $11,528. Members unanimously approved the purchase of a memorial plaque for Jane Scott at a cost of $676.70. The commission also unanimously approved the removal of the Elm tree at 271 Baltimore Street due to a collapsed sewer line, with Public Works to arrange the removal. Additional unanimous actions included approving the removal of a tree stump at 21 Chambersburg Street and noting the chair’s term expiration.

• Accepted corrected minutes from April 8, 2025 (unanimous)
• Unanimously accepted financial report (balance $11,528)
• Unanimously approved purchase of Jane Scott memorial plaque ($676.70)
• Unanimously approved removal of tree stump at 21 Chambersburg Street
• Unanimously approved removal of Elm tree at 271 Baltimore Street
• Unanimously approved monitoring of Bradford Pear tree at 128 West Street (no removal)
• Unanimously approved future fall tree planting locations (decision pending)
• Chair announced term expiration; Susan Naugle to chair September meeting

Borough Council

The Gettysburg Borough Council approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the July 14 and July 28 sessions, each by unanimous vote. The Council then unanimously enacted an amendment to Chapter 5 of the borough code, adding Part 3 to establish a Quality‑of‑Life enforcement ordinance. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved August 11 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved July 14 and July 28 minutes (unanimous)
• Enacted Quality‑of‑Life enforcement ordinance, amending Chapter 5 (unanimous)

Gettysburg Borough Storm Water Authority (GBSWA)

The Gettysburg Borough Storm Water Authority will approve bills and minutes, review 2025 financial data, and receive updates on the North Washington Street and Steven's Run construction projects.

• Approval of bills and payroll
• Review of 2025 revenue vs. expenses
• Review of 2024 audit
• Construction update for GIL phase B2(B) on North Washington Street
• Composting bin outreach presentation

The board approved the meeting agenda, minutes, and payroll with a 3‑0 vote. The board reached a consensus to fund $1,750 for composting bins for the MS4 Composting Workshop. The meeting was adjourned with a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved agenda, minutes, and payroll (3-0)
• Approved $1,750 cost for composting bins outreach (consensus)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Human Relations Commission (HRC)

The Human Relations Commission approved the June 5, 2025 meeting minutes with no additions or corrections. They confirmed that the next regular meeting will be on Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at 5:15 p.m., and that the first meeting of the following year will be on the first Tuesday in February. No other formal actions were voted on during this session.

• Approved June 5, 2025 minutes (no additions or corrections)
• Set next meeting for Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at 5:15 p.m.
• Set first February meeting for the following year (first Tuesday in February)

Borough Council

The council approved a hybrid model that splits Hillcrest Street into residential parking permit (RPP) and non‑RPP sections. Council also agreed to a trial purchase of four to five solar‑powered illuminated speed‑sign units and directed staff to move forward with the acquisition. No vote tallies were recorded for either action.

• Adopted hybrid RPP model for Hillcrest Street (split street)
• Approved trial purchase of four to five solar‑powered illuminated speed signs

Borough Council

The Gettysburg Borough Council met on July 28, 2025 for a public hearing on Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding. Manager Charles Gable announced the borough will receive $126,173.00 in FY2025 CDBG funds. Citizens, including HARB Chair Brandon Stone, presented suggestions for possible uses of the funds. No actions were approved, denied, or tabled during this meeting.

Planning Commission

The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from May 19 and June 16, 2025. It also approved the revised Subdivision and Land Development Plan for the Gettysburg Welcome Center at 340 Baltimore Street. No action was taken on the Gettysburg Station project pending further developer submissions. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved May 19, 2025 Planning Commission minutes (5-0)
• Approved June 16, 2025 Planning Commission minutes (5-0)
• Approved revised Subdivision and Land Development Plan for 340 Baltimore Street Gettysburg Welcome Center (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Historic Architectural Review Board

The Historic Architectural Review Board accepted the meeting agenda unanimously. It then approved four consent‑agenda projects—136 W. High Street, 227 Baltimore Street (two projects), and 606 York Street—by a 4‑to‑0 vote. The board also voted 4‑0 to table the roof‑replacement project at 19 W. High Street for further study.

• Accepted meeting agenda (4‑0)
• Approved COA‑250048 – 136 W. High Street wrought‑iron railings (4‑0)
• Approved COA‑250059 – 227 Baltimore Street rear vinyl porch windows and metal fence (4‑0)
• Approved COA‑250060 – 227 Baltimore Street trim, siding, roof, gutters, etc. (4‑0)
• Approved COA‑250046 – 606 York Street two awnings (4‑0)
• Tabled COA‑250051 – 19 W. High Street roof replacement to explore metal‑to‑metal options (4‑0)

Borough Council

The council voted to reduce the North Washington Street Sidewalks and Streetscape contract by $86,150, bringing the amount to $301,118. It also approved a $264,812.30 payment to Kinsley Construction for the same CDBG project. Several Historic District Board recommendations for major projects were accepted unanimously, and a motion to table the Hillcrest Place residential parking permit proposal passed 5‑1.

• Tabled Hillcrest Place Residential Parking Permit motion (5‑1)
• Approved minutes of June 9 and June 23 meetings (unanimous)
• Accepted eight HARB major‑project recommendations (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 reducing contract to $301,118 (unanimous)
• Approved Payment #1 to Kinsley Construction $264,812.30 (unanimous)

Borough Council

The council held a work session where the 2024 audited financial statements were presented. Council members and staff discussed proposed amendments to the Police Chief qualifications ordinance. No motions were adopted, denied, or tabled during this meeting.

Historic Architectural Review Board

The Historic Architectural Review Board accepted the amended meeting agenda (5‑0) and approved the May 21 minutes (4‑0). It approved all four Consent Agenda items (5‑0 with one abstention). The board then voted 6‑0 to recommend that Borough Council issue a Certificate of Appropriateness for painting all four sides of the building at 606 York Street.

• Accepted amended meeting agenda – vote 5‑0
• Accepted May 21, 2025 minutes – vote 4‑0
• Approved Consent Agenda items A‑D – vote 5‑0 (1 abstention, 1 absent)
• Recommended Certificate of Appropriateness for painting 606 York Street – vote 6‑0

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved the meeting agenda and voted to table the minutes for the next meeting, each with a 5‑0 vote. The commission then postponed further consideration of the Gettysburg Station project (SLD‑240003) until the September 15, 2025 meeting, also by a 5‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Tabled meeting minutes to next meeting (5-0)
• Postponed Gettysburg Station project to Sep 15, 2025 (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously

Borough Council

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the May 12 council meeting and the May 27 work session. It also unanimously authorized the borough solicitor to finalize and publish an amendment to Chapter 5 of the Code of Ordinances to add quality‑of‑life enforcement provisions. Finally, the council accepted the Historic Architectural Review Board’s recommendations and approved Certificates of Appropriateness for six projects at 606 York Street, 43 W. Middle Street, 25 Carlisle Street, 170 Carlisle Street, 43 W. Middle Street (garage demolition) and 218 N. Stratton Street.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 12, 2025 council meeting and May 27, 2025 work session (unanimous)
• Authorized solicitor to finalize and publish amendment to Chapter 5 for quality‑of‑life code enforcement (unanimous)
• Approved six Certificates of Appropriateness for projects at 606 York St, 43 W. Middle St, 25 Carlisle St, 170 Carlisle St, 43 W. Middle St (garage demolition) and 218 N. Stratton St (unanimous)

Gettysburg Borough Storm Water Authority (GBSWA)

The board approved the June 9 agenda, the April 14 minutes, and all bills and payroll by a 4‑0 vote. It also authorized $56,750 for the design of the Stevens Run Channel Walls project from Gilliand Alley to Carlisle Street, also by a 4‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned after a unanimous vote.

• Approved June 9 agenda, April 14 minutes, and all bills/payroll (4‑0)
• Authorized $56,750 design work for Stevens Run Channel Walls (4‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (4‑0)

Human Relations Commission (HRC)

The commission approved the March 6, 2025 meeting minutes. It adopted a new quarterly meeting schedule, beginning with a meeting on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, and cancelled the previously planned July, September, and November meetings. The commission also approved banner text and decided not to attend a nonprofit‑focused event. Additional actions include emailing procedures, sending a final banner draft, and establishing officer resignation rules.

• Approved March 6, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Decided not to participate in Gettysburg Rising nonprofit meet‑and‑greet
• Approved banner text “Protected. Informed. Empowered.” and to add protected categories list
• Adopted quarterly meeting schedule; next meeting Tuesday August 5, 2025; cancelled July, September, November meetings
• Established that officers may resign after one year and Vice‑Chair assumes Chair role upon resignation
• Determined business cannot be conducted via email; special meeting will be called for urgent matters
• Assigned Janet Riggs to email HRC procedures to members
• Assigned Scott Wallace to email final banner draft for copyediting

Zoning Hearing Board (ZHB)

The Zoning Hearing Board denied the applicant's request for a special exception to change the nonconforming use of 100 Buford Avenue from personal services to a convenience store. The motion to deny was made by Darren Glass, seconded by Jennifer Yablonsky, and passed unanimously 5‑0. The board will issue a written decision with findings of fact and conclusions of law within 45 days of the meeting.

• Approved Jan 22 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0)
• Denied special exception for 100 Buford Ave (5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (5‑0)

Borough Council

The council confirmed that the $1,272,436 federal grant for the Gettysburg Welcome Center is available and the borough is ready to move forward with demolition and construction. Council members also reached consensus to approve the Boulevard design and the Lefever Street design for the Gettysburg Gateway Connectivity Project. No vote tallies were recorded for these approvals.

• Approved $1,272,436 federal grant for Gettysburg Welcome Center construction (no vote tally)
• Approved Boulevard Design for Gettysburg Gateway Connectivity Project (consensus)
• Approved Lefever Street Design for Gettysburg Gateway Connectivity Project (consensus)

Historic Architectural Review Board

The Historic Architectural Review Board approved the meeting agenda (6‑0) and accepted the April 16 minutes (4‑0). It approved the consent agenda items A‑C (5‑0). The board voted to recommend a Certificate of Appropriateness for the fire‑damage restoration at 170 Carlisle Street (6‑0) and to table the project at 25 Steinwehr Avenue (6‑0).

• Approve meeting agenda as amended (6‑0)
• Accept April 16, 2025 minutes (4‑0)
• Approve consent agenda items A‑C (5‑0)
• Recommend Certificate of Appropriateness for 170 Carlisle Street (6‑0)
• Table project at 25 Steinwehr Avenue (6‑0)

Planning Commission

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the April 21 and May 5 meetings, each passing unanimously (4‑0). It voted 4‑0 to make no recommendation on the ZHB‑250002 special‑exception request for a convenience store at 100 Buford Avenue, citing insufficient information. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved April 21 & May 5 minutes (4-0)
• No recommendation on ZHB-250002 (100 Buford Ave) (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Borough Council

The council accepted Chief Robert Glenny’s resignation effective June 9. It also approved a new code‑enforcement ordinance and authorized several historic preservation certificates. Additionally, the council authorized a residential parking permit ordinance for Hillcrest Place and made changes to metered parking zones on York Street and Baltimore Street.

• Accepted Police Chief Robert Glenny’s resignation (unanimous)
• Approved new code‑enforcement ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved historic architectural review board certificates for multiple projects (unanimous)
• Authorized residential parking permit ordinance for Hillcrest Place (unanimous)
• Authorized creation of a 12‑hour metered zone on York Street near Liberty Street (unanimous)
• Authorized removal of a metered space on east side of Baltimore Street at 304 Baltimore Street (unanimous)

Borough Council

The council approved the revised agenda to accept Chief Glenny's resignation, effective June 9. It also approved a new quality‑of‑life code enforcement ordinance, authorized several parking‑related ordinances, and adopted historic architectural review board certificates for multiple projects. All motions passed unanimously.

• Accepted resignation of Police Chief Robert Glenny (unanimous)
• Approved quality‑of‑life code enforcement ordinance amendment (unanimous)
• Authorized solicitor to draft residential parking permit ordinance for Hillcrest Place (unanimous)
• Authorized solicitor to create a 12‑hour metered parking zone on York Street (unanimous)
• Authorized solicitor to remove a metered space on east side of Baltimore Street (unanimous)
• Approved Historic Architectural Review Board certificates for six major projects (unanimous)
• Approved agenda and minutes as presented (unanimous)
• Approved revised agenda to add Chief resignation motion (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The commission approved the meeting agenda with a 5‑0 vote. It then unanimously approved Resolution 05052025, recommending the draft Gettysburg Borough Zoning Ordinance. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 05052025 recommending draft zoning ordinance (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Borough Council

The council approved a Residential Parking Program for Hillcrest Avenue. It also approved removal of a parking meter at 304 Baltimore Street and changed York Street meters to twelve‑hour intervals on the residential side. Staff was directed to finish the final draft of the Code Enforcement Ticketing Ordinance, and the solicitor was tasked to research easement agreements for a proposed tree‑planting program.

• Approved Residential Parking Program on Hillcrest Avenue (no objections)
• Approved removal of parking meter at 304 Baltimore Street (no objections)
• Approved change to twelve‑hour parking meters on residential side of York Street (no objections)
• Directed staff to produce final draft of Code Enforcement Ticketing Ordinance
• Assigned Solicitor Eastman to research easement agreements for tree‑planting program

Planning Commission

The commission voted 5‑0 to accept the Gettysburg Station Subdivision and Land Development Preliminary Plan for review. It also approved the meeting agenda and the February 18 and March 17 minutes, each by a 5‑0 vote. A unanimous motion called a special meeting for May 5, 2025, and the meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved February 18, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved March 17, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Accepted Gettysburg Station plan for review (5-0)
• Called special meeting on May 5, 2025 (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Historic Architectural Review Board

The Historic Architectural Review Board accepted the amended agenda (5‑0) and approved the March 19, 2025 minutes (5‑0). It then voted 4‑0, with one abstention, to recommend that Borough Council issue a Certificate of Appropriateness for the fire‑damage restoration at 64 W. Middle Street. No vote outcome was recorded for the garage proposal at 639 S. Washington Street.

• Accepted agenda amendment removing two items (5‑0)
• Approved March 19, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0)
• Recommended Certificate of Appropriateness for 64 W. Middle Street restoration (4‑0, 1 abstention)

Borough Council

The council unanimously authorized a 90‑day parking pilot program to market the borough’s parking garage for conferences during low‑tourism months. It also approved a liquor‑license transfer for Gateway Mini Mart, granted a Certificate of Appropriateness for a greenhouse at 615 York Street, and awarded a heavy‑equipment rental contract to C.E. Williams Sons, Inc.

• Approved 90‑day parking pilot program (unanimous)
• Approved liquor‑license transfer for Gateway Mini Mart U.S.A., Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for greenhouse at 615 York St (unanimous)
• Awarded heavy‑equipment rental contract to C.E. Williams Sons, Inc. (unanimous)
• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 10, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Gettysburg Borough Storm Water Authority (GBSWA)

The board approved the meeting agenda, prior minutes, and all bills and payroll. It adopted a new Memorandum of Understanding to cover change order costs up to $17,075.97. The Authority also adopted its Rates, Rules and Regulations, set an annual review tied to the budget, authorized a design estimate and grant application for flood mitigation projects, and approved a maintenance contract for Culps Run.

• Approved agenda, February 10 minutes, bills and payroll (4-0)
• Approved new MOU to reflect change order costs not to exceed $17,075.97 (4-0)
• Adopted Rates, Rules and Regulations as presented (4-0)
• Approved annual review of Rates, Rules and Regulations with budget (4-0)
• Authorized C.S. Davidson to submit design estimate for Project 1 and apply for Flood Mitigation Grant for Project 2 (4-0)
• Authorized Land Studies to perform annual Culps Run maintenance contract $16,050.00 (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Borough Council

The council approved moving forward with the proposed 90‑day Parking Pilot Program and instructed staff to draft a resolution for the April 14, 2025 council meeting. Council members directed staff to revise the special‑event permitting process for protests to allow a monthly application covering all dates in that month, and to waive the permit fee for first‑amendment activities. The council also asked the solicitor and staff to prepare amendments to the Parking Ordinance to clarify authority for voiding or dismissing parking tickets.

• Supported Parking Pilot Program; staff to prepare resolution for April 14 agenda
• Amended protest permit process to allow monthly applications covering all dates
• Waived permit fee for first amendment protest activities
• Directed solicitor and staff to draft Parking Ordinance amendments on ticket voiding

Borough Council

The borough council held a public hearing on the intermunicipal transfer of Restaurant Liquor License R-21262. No members of the public offered comments. The council unanimously approved a motion directing the solicitor to prepare a resolution for the April 14 meeting to approve the transfer from 985 Baltimore Pike (Cumberland Township) to 517 Baltimore Street (Gettysburg). The hearing was adjourned at 6:45 PM.

• Unanimously approved motion to have solicitor prepare a resolution for the liquor license transfer (April 14 consideration)

Historic Architectural Review Board

The board accepted its agenda and the prior meeting minutes. It voted 6‑0 (with one abstention) to recommend that Borough Council issue a Certificate of Appropriateness for a stand‑alone greenhouse at 615 York Street (Schmuck Lumber Inc.). The board also voted 7‑0 to table the window‑replacement project at 218 N. Stratton Street until more information is provided. No public comments were received on agenda items.

• Accepted agenda (7-0)
• Accepted February 19 minutes as amended (5-0)
• Recommended Certificate of Appropriateness for 615 York St greenhouse (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Tabled window replacement project at 218 N. Stratton St (7-0)