{ "city": "Lansdale", "state": "Pennsylvania", "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/lansdale.org/", "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": "2026-07-01", "body": "Work Sessions", "headline": "Council to vote on $671,406 check warrant", "summary": "The Lansdale Borough Council is holding a work session with committee reports and public comment. The only substantive item is a motion to approve a check warrant totaling $671,406 for departmental expenses including payroll, insurance, pensions, and supplies for July 2026.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07012026-2059", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-01", "body": "Public Works & WWTP Committee", "headline": "Committee to discuss traffic calming policy and road ordinance", "summary": "This committee meeting will discuss updates on traffic calming implementation, the 2026 microsurfacing program, ADA ramps at W. Third & Edgemont, and WWTP/MS4 matters including the Neshaminy streambank restoration project. Also up for discussion are a road degradation ordinance and borough standard construction details. No action items are scheduled for a vote at this committee meeting.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07012026-2058", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-01", "body": "Public Safety Committee", "headline": "Committee to consider reducing Main Street speed limit from 35 to 25 mph and police exam score changes", "summary": "The Lansdale Public Safety Committee will vote on several motions, including reducing the speed limit on Main Street from Cannon Ave to Valley Forge Road from 35 mph to 25 mph, lowering the passing score for entry-level police written and oral exams from 75% to 70%, approving a handicap parking request at 528 Walnut Street, and authorizing the Cannoneers Annual Family Block Party on September 19, 2026. The committee will also receive updates on loading zones at Main and Wood Streets, sight line recommendations and parking spot losses, and signage for the proposed speed limit change.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07012026-2060", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-01", "body": "Parks & Recreation Committee", "headline": "Committee to receive updates on e-bike policy, pool, and trail projects", "summary": "The Parks & Recreation Committee will vote to approve minutes from June 3, 2026. No other action items are scheduled. The committee will receive informational updates on e-bike/e-scooter policy, White's Road Pool, Lansdale Camp, Liberty Bell Trail Phase III, and the Comprehensive Park, Recreation, and Open Space Plan. A special event request for Memorial Park will also be discussed.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07012026-2056", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-01", "body": "Electric Committee", "headline": "Electric Committee to discuss EAC Project Energy Independence update", "summary": "This is a routine meeting of the Electric Committee. The main non-procedural item is an update on the EAC Project Energy Independence. No specific proposals or votes are listed on this agenda.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07012026-2055", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-01", "body": "Code Enforcement & Land Planning Committee", "headline": "Committee to discuss eliminating parking requirements borough-wide", "summary": "The Code Enforcement and Land Planning Committee will discuss and possibly advance several items, including transit-oriented design for small parcels, a townhouse text amendment, and conditional use applications. They will also consider adopting new property maintenance and fire codes and a proposed ordinance to register restoration services. A major discussion topic is the elimination of parking requirements borough-wide.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07012026-2054", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-01", "body": "Administration & Finance Committee", "headline": "Committee to begin 2027 budget discussion and bond borrowing", "summary": "The Administration & Finance Committee will discuss the Fairmount Fire Company budget including generator replacement, review the financial report as of May 31, 2026, and begin 2027 budget discussions and bond borrowing. Also on the agenda are an assessment appeal for 640 E. Main St., an accounting position with succession planning, and proposals for 421 W. Main Street. Items marked with an asterisk may be acted upon at the subsequent business meeting.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07012026-2053", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-18", "body": "Environmental Advisory Commission", "headline": "Environmental board reviews events, subcommittee work", "summary": "The Environmental Advisory Commission will review and approve May meeting notes, discuss an associate member opening, and hear updates on past and upcoming events including a rain barrel workshop, nature walk, and electronic recycling day. Subcommittee reports will cover trees, energy (Ready for 100), plastic reduction outreach, and Bird Town planning.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06182026-2051", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-17", "body": "Business Meetings", "headline": "Council approves $320,000 traffic calming study implementation 8-1", "summary": "The Lansdale Borough Council will consider multiple action items including resolutions for streambank restoration, fee schedule changes, and an ordinance for delinquent utility payments. In new business, the council voted 8-1 to implement the entire traffic calming study, not to exceed $320,000, with installation within 12-18 months. Other items include a bid award for the Neshaminy Streambank Restoration project and an appointment to the Civil Service Commission.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06172026-2052", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-16", "body": "Zoning Hearing Board", "headline": "Two special exception requests: senior meal prep and preschool with zoning relief", "summary": "The Lansdale Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing on June 16, 2026, to consider two special exception applications. Kevin Lee seeks approval to operate a senior meal preparation and catering business at 628 E. Main Street in the Commercial District. Imaan Academy requests to use 512 W. 3rd Street as a preschool in the Business District, along with variances for insufficient lot area, width, side yard, reduced parking, and no loading zone. After public testimony, the board will vote on both applications.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06162026-2040", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-15", "body": "Planning Commission", "headline": "Planning Commission discusses zoning amendments and conditional use at 335 N Broad St", "summary": "The Planning Commission will review a conditional use application for 335 N Broad St. The meeting also includes discussion regarding the Small Parcel TOD Text Amendment and a Secondary Parking Zoning Amendment.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06152026-2050", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-15", "body": "Economic Development Committee", "headline": "Plastic Use Reduction Ordinance survey responses to be discussed", "summary": "The Economic Development Committee will review survey responses from the Environmental Advisory Council regarding a proposed Plastic Use Reduction Ordinance. Other agenda items include updates on the Main Street Manager, subcommittees, and the Lansdale Business Alliance, as well as a discussion of secondary use parking and a priorities list. The committee will also hear about upcoming borough events and an old business item on the Parks & Recreation Comprehensive Plan.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06152026-2049", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-09", "body": "Library Board of Directors", "headline": "Library Board to discuss becoming a Borough department", "summary": "The Lansdale Public Library Board of Directors will discuss a proposal to make the library a department of the Borough under Old Business. The meeting also includes standard approval of minutes and the director's report, the Treasurer's Report, a Development Update, and a public comment period.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06092026-2039", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-03", "body": "Work Sessions", "headline": "Council to vote on $685K check warrant including pool design", "summary": "The Lansdale Borough Council will consider approving a check warrant totaling $685,219.00 for June 3, 2026. The warrant includes large payments for health insurance, police pension contributions, and design services for the new 4th Street pool. The meeting is a work session with committee reports and public comment.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06032026-2046", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-03", "body": "Public Works & WWTP Committee", "headline": "Committee to discuss Neshaminy Creek streambank restoration project", "summary": "The Public Works & WWTP Committee will consider action on the Neshaminy Creek Streambank Restoration Project. They will also discuss a Traffic Calming Implementation Policy, a Cyvl Program for road evaluation, a Road Degradation Ordinance, and Borough Standard Construction Details. Public comment is allowed on action items before votes.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06032026-2048", "minutes_url": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06032026-2048", "source": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-03", "body": "Public Safety Committee", "headline": "Committee to vote on speed limit change on Main Street", "summary": "The Public Safety Committee will vote on a speed limit reduction on Main Street from Cannon Ave to Squirrel Avenue, and decide on a handicap parking spot at 413 Delaware Ave. They also will hear updates on loading zones and a new police officer hire, and review sight line recommendations and the May public safety performance report.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06032026-2045", "minutes_url": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06032026-2045", "source": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-03", "body": "Parks & Recreation Committee", "headline": "Parks committee to discuss e-bike and e-scooter policies", "summary": "The Lansdale Parks & Recreation Committee will discuss proposed e-bike and e-scooter policies, receive updates on the White's Road Pool, Liberty Bell Trail Phase III, and the Comprehensive Park, Recreation, and Open Space Plan. The only action item is approval of the May 6, 2026 minutes. No other decisions are scheduled.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06032026-2044", "minutes_url": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06032026-2044", "source": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-03", "body": "Electric Committee", "headline": "Electric Committee to consider 9th St 4KV second feed capital budget", "summary": "The Lansdale Electric Committee will meet to discuss several operational and financial items, including a possible update to the idle fee schedule and a capital project budget for a second 4KV feed on 9th Street. The committee will also receive an update on EV chargers and consider authorizing Portnoff Collections for advertisement. A vote on action items may occur at a future business meeting.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06032026-2043", "minutes_url": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06032026-2043", "source": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-03", "body": "Code Enforcement & Land Planning Committee", "headline": "Committee to adopt 2026 International Property Maintenance and Fire Codes", "summary": "The Code Enforcement and Land Planning Committee will consider adopting the 2026 International Property Maintenance Code and International Fire Code, discuss a proposed ordinance for registration of restoration services, and review a secondary parking commercial zoning amendment. New business includes a proposal to eliminate parking requirements borough-wide and a sidewalk trip hazard report. The committee will also hear updates from the planning commission and zoning hearing board, including special exception requests for a pre-school at 512 W. Third St. and a catering service at 628 W. Main St.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06032026-2042", "minutes_url": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06032026-2042", "source": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-03", "body": "Administration & Finance Committee", "headline": "Committee to review 2024 audit and discuss potential 2027 bond borrowing", "summary": "The Administration & Finance Committee will review financial reports as of April 30, 2026, and the 2024 audit. They will discuss potential bond borrowing in 2027, as well as the disposition of borough records and collection of delinquent accounts through the Portnoff Group. The committee may also consider a new Assistant Borough Manager position. Public comment will be taken.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06032026-2041", "minutes_url": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06032026-2041", "source": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-21", "body": "Environmental Advisory Commission", "headline": "EAC reviews past events and plans upcoming community programs", "summary": "The Lansdale Environmental Advisory Commission will review and approve April meeting notes, discuss an associate member opening, and receive updates on recent and upcoming events including Earth Day, Bat Release, and Rain Barrel workshops. Subcommittee reports on trees, energy, plastic reduction, and Bird Town will be presented, with next steps discussed for each. No formal votes or budget items are on the agenda.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05212026-2038", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-20", "body": "Business Meetings", "headline": "Council to adopt fee schedule amendment and award Liberty Bell Trail Phase 3 bid", "summary": "The Lansdale Borough Council will vote on a variety of action items including a fee schedule amendment, land development approval, and multiple public works contracts. Key decisions include awarding a bid for the Liberty Bell Trail Phase 3 project, the 2026 Microsurfacing Program, and ADA ramp paving on W. 3rd Street & Edgemont Avenue. The council will also consider ordinances for handicap parking at several addresses and a PennVest loan for streambank restoration.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05202026-2037", "minutes_url": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05202026-2037", "source": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-19", "body": "Zoning Hearing Board", "headline": "Lansdale Zoning Hearing Board to consider pre-school and fence applications", "summary": "The Zoning Hearing Board will hear two applications regarding property use and relief. One application seeks a special exception to operate a pre-school at 512 W. 3rd Street, while the other requests relief for a privacy fence at 722 W. Mount Vernon Street.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05192026-2036", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-18", "body": "Planning Commission", "headline": "Planning Commission to discuss Shade Tree Ordinance", "summary": "The Lansdale Planning Commission will discuss a proposed Shade Tree Ordinance and a secondary commercial parking use. The commission will also vote on approving the minutes from the April 20 meeting. No other action items are scheduled.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05182026-2035", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-18", "body": "Economic Development Committee", "headline": "Committee to hear presentation on Lansdale STEM+AI Center", "summary": "The Economic Development Committee will consider approval of April minutes, receive a presentation on the proposed Lansdale STEM+AI Center, and discuss several business items including the Business of the Month, secondary use parking, and updates from the Main Street Manager and subcommittees. The agenda also notes upcoming borough events such as the Farmers Market, Memorial Day Parade, and 150th Anniversary Block Party.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05182026-2034", "minutes_url": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05182026-2034", "source": "https://www.lansdale.org/AgendaCenter" } ] }