{ "city": "Gettysburg", "state": "Pennsylvania", "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/gettysburgpa.gov/", "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.", "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/", "generated": "2026-07-06", "upcoming": [], "recent": [ { "date": "2026-06-30", "body": "Historic Architectural Review Board", "headline": "HARB to review critical projects at 26 E. High St and 312 Baltimore St", "summary": "The Historic Architectural Review Board will hold a rescheduled meeting to consider two consent agenda items for fence installations and three new applications for major and critical projects. New business includes a fence material change at 162 York Street, a rear exterior construction with fireplace and columns at 26 E. High Street, and reconstruction of a carriage house facade at 312 Baltimore Street. The board also received a report on administrative approvals and draft historic district ordinance updates.", "agenda_url": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06302026-184", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-29", "body": "Zoning Hearing Board (ZHB)", "headline": "Habitat for Humanity seeks variance for duplex units on S. Washington Street", "summary": "The Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing on a variance request from Adams County Habitat for Humanity to construct two duplex dwelling units at 432-434 S. Washington Street. The proposed lots would not meet the minimum 20-foot lot width or 5-foot side setback requirements for the R-2 Moderate Density Residential District. The board will also review the agenda and receive planning department updates.", "agenda_url": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06292026-185", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-22", "body": "Borough Council", "headline": "Public hearing on $127,226 in CDBG funds for Gettysburg", "summary": "The Borough Council is holding a public hearing to solicit citizen input on the proposed use of $127,226 in FY2026 Community Development Block Grant funds from Pennsylvania. Eligible activities include water/sewer, streets, housing rehabilitation, recreation, historic preservation, and more. A second hearing on July 27, 2026 will approve the final application and budget.", "agenda_url": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06222026-183", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-22", "body": "Borough Council", "headline": "Council to discuss Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance (SALDO) adoption", "summary": "The Borough Council will discuss several items including a Building Vacancy Registry presentation, CDBG updates, a sick leave donation policy, and ongoing revisions to the Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance (SALDO) and the Transient Retail Business Ordinance. The meeting also includes public comment periods and an executive session for personnel and legal matters.", "agenda_url": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06222026-182", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-18", "body": "Zoning Hearing Board (ZHB)", "headline": "Special exception request for 250 Carlisle Street for restaurant and B&B", "summary": "The Zoning Hearing Board will consider a special exception application from Tassou Rentals LLC to allow an eating place without a drive-thru and a bed and breakfast at 250 Carlisle Street in the NC-4 Neighborhood Commercial District. The board will also review and approve minutes from its May 6, 2026 meeting.", "agenda_url": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06182026-181", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-17", "body": "Historic Architectural Review Board", "headline": "HARB to review critical projects on E. High and Baltimore streets", "summary": "The Historic Architectural Review Board will consider two critical projects: a patio, masonry fireplace, and balcony columns at 26 E. High Street, and a carriage house facade reconstruction at 312 Baltimore Street. The consent agenda includes fencing installations at 222 Buford Avenue and 54 E. Middle Street. Staff will also present draft updates to Chapter 11 Historic District Ordinance.", "agenda_url": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06172026-179", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-15", "body": "Planning Commission", "headline": "Commission to discuss Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance update", "summary": "The Gettysburg Planning Commission will consider extensions for two tabled development projects: Gettysburg Station at 108 N. Stratton Street and Simrat at 351 E. Water Street. The main new business is a discussion on updating the Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance. Minutes from the April and May meetings are also up for approval.", "agenda_url": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06152026-180", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-08", "body": "Borough Council", "headline": "Council to consider $456,876 grant for Stevens Run channel wall replacement", "summary": "The Borough Council will vote on a $456,876.30 Flood Mitigation Program grant application for replacing the Stevens Run channel wall from Gilliland Alley to Carlisle Street. They will also consider a $150,000 contract for a Safe Streets for All planning consultant and multiple historic preservation certificate of appropriateness applications. Other actions include approving a COLA increase for a retired police pensioner and appointing an entry-level patrol officer.", "agenda_url": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06082026-178", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-08", "body": "Borough Council", "headline": "Council to consider $456,876 flood mitigation grant for Stevens Run channel wall", "summary": "The Gettysburg Borough Council will vote on a $456,876.30 Flood Mitigation Program grant application for replacing the Stevens Run channel wall, and a $150,000 contract for Safe Streets for All consulting services. Other actions include approving multiple historic property Certificates of Appropriateness, a conditional appointment of a patrol officer, and a change order for roadway improvements. The meeting also covers routine approvals like bills, a COLA increase for a retired police pensioner, and an appointment to the Recreation Authority.", "agenda_url": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06082026-177", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-26", "body": "Borough Council", "headline": "Parking enforcement hours, East Lincoln bump outs, storm pipe repairs on agenda", "summary": "At this work session, Borough Council will discuss extending parking enforcement hours (Chapter 15), proposed bump outs and speed humps on East Lincoln Avenue, and an estimate for storm pipe damage on North Washington Street. They will also review the 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Plan and other long-standing items. No formal votes are scheduled; the meeting serves as discussion ahead of future decision meetings.", "agenda_url": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05262026-176", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-20", "body": "Historic Architectural Review Board", "headline": "HARB to review draft updates to Chapter 11 Historic District Ordinance and boundary map", "summary": "The Gettysburg Historic Architectural Review Board will consider 10 major and critical Certificate of Appropriateness applications on the consent agenda, plus four new major projects for initial review. A staff report will present draft updates to Chapter 11 of the Historic District Ordinance and boundary map options. The board also will discuss future restoration of 312 Baltimore Street and review administrative COA approvals since the last meeting.", "agenda_url": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05202026-174", "minutes_url": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05202026-174", "source": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-18", "body": "Planning Commission", "headline": "Commission to recommend on special exception for 250 Carlisle Street", "summary": "The Planning Commission will consider recommending approval of a special exception for Tassou Rentals LLC to operate an eating place (no drive-thru) and bed and breakfast at 250 Carlisle Street. They will also accept a minor subdivision application from Habitat for Humanity for 432-434 S. Washington Street to split the parcel for redevelopment of a razed duplex. Additionally, they will receive updates on the Gettysburg Station transit center project and Simrat LLC development at 351 E. Water Street.", "agenda_url": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05182026-175", "minutes_url": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05182026-175", "source": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-11", "body": "Gettysburg Borough Storm Water Authority (GBSWA)", "headline": "GBSWA discusses maintenance agreements and infrastructure updates", "summary": "The Gettysburg Borough Storm Water Authority will review financial updates for the 2025 and 2026 billing cycles. The meeting includes discussions on several ongoing infrastructure projects and a proposed maintenance agreement.", "agenda_url": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05112026-172", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-11", "body": "Borough Council", "headline": "Council to appoint David Snyder as Chief of Police retroactive to April 6", "summary": "The Borough Council will vote on appointing David Snyder as Chief of Police, administer his oath, and consider several historic preservation certificates for building projects. They will also act on a $243,375 street preservation contract bid, a COLA increase for a retired police pensioner, and a records disposition resolution. Public comment is restricted to agenda items.", "agenda_url": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05112026-173", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-06", "body": "Zoning Hearing Board (ZHB)", "headline": "Special exception sought for seasonal eating place deck at 412 Street", "summary": "The Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing on Case #ZHB26-0001, where applicant Alex Amato requests a Special Exception under Section 27-118 of the Gettysburg Borough Zoning Ordinance. The request would allow construction of a deck attached to an existing porch at 412 Street, to be used seasonally as an 'Eating Place w/o Drive-Thru' in the NC-3 Neighborhood Commercial District. The board will also review and approve minutes from the January 6, 2026 meeting.", "agenda_url": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05062026-170", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-05", "body": "Human Relations Commission (HRC)", "headline": "HRC to discuss membership status, solicitor inquiry, and outreach planning", "summary": "The Gettysburg Borough Human Relations Commission will hold a regular meeting with mostly procedural items, including approval of minutes, chair's remarks, and updates on commission membership. Key discussions include a follow-up on the Borough solicitor inquiry about member removal processes and a potential complaint status from the previous meeting.", "agenda_url": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05052026-171", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-04-27", "body": "Borough Council", "headline": "Council to discuss regulated rental occupancy, traffic safety, historic district expansion", "summary": "The Gettysburg Borough Council will hold a work session to discuss new and old business, including a regulated rental unit occupancy ordinance, traffic safety concerns near Vida Charter School, and revisions to historic district replacement materials. The council will also consider updates on the Gettysburg Welcome Center construction and management. An executive session is scheduled for personnel, legal, and confidential matters.", "agenda_url": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04272026-169", "minutes_url": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04272026-169", "source": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-04-20", "body": "Planning Commission", "headline": "Planning Commission to recommend special exception for eating place at 412 York Street", "summary": "The Gettysburg Planning Commission will consider a recommendation to the Zoning Hearing Board for a special exception to allow an eating place without drive-thru at 412 York Street. The Commission will also receive updates on the Gettysburg Station transit center development at 108 North Stratton Street and the Simrat LLC project at 351 East Water Street.", "agenda_url": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04202026-168", "minutes_url": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04202026-168", "source": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-04-15", "body": "Historic Architectural Review Board", "headline": "Historic board to review museum addition, transit center", "summary": "The Gettysburg Historic Architectural Review Board will conduct initial reviews of four major Certificate of Appropriateness applications: removal of basement windows at 220 Baltimore Street, construction of a museum addition at 219 S. Washington Street, a new restaurant deck at 402 York Street, and exterior alterations at 17 Mummasburg Street. A special presentation on a proposed new transit center on Stratton Street is also scheduled. Administrative approvals from the previous meeting and public comment periods are included.", "agenda_url": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04152026-165", "minutes_url": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04152026-165", "source": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-04-14", "body": "Shade Tree Commission", "headline": "Shade Tree Commission to vote on delegating emergency tree authority to Public Works Director", "summary": "The Shade Tree Commission will consider a motion to delegate authority to the Public Works Director for emergency tree actions that pose danger, approve spring tree planting requests at two addresses, review sidewalk ordinance changes, and discuss raised sidewalks on Hay Street and a possible tree removal. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, a financial report, and public comment.", "agenda_url": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04142026-164", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-04-13", "body": "Borough Council", "headline": "Council to approve police reports, HARB projects, and $135k school security release", "summary": "The Gettysburg Borough Council will hold a regular business meeting with several action items, including the acceptance of HARB recommendations for historic property projects at 218 Chambersburg Street, 61 Steinwehr Avenue, and 216 Chambersburg Street. The Council will also consider releasing $135,689.40 in financial security for school improvements, reducing a contract by $10,800 for a curb ramp elimination, accepting police department analysis reports, and appointing Katie Beach to the Human Relations Commission. Executive sessions are planned for personnel and legal matters.", "agenda_url": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04132026-166", "minutes_url": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04132026-166", "source": "https://www.gettysburgpa.gov/AgendaCenter" } ] }