Lansdowne, Pennsylvania

Boards and Commissions

The Lansdowne Public Library board will hear a guest speaker on roles and responsibilities, elect a new treasurer, and approve the June meeting minutes. The board will review the treasurer's report on April and June bills, receive governance updates and a strategic‑plan discussion, and hear a council report. Public comments on library issues will follow the regular agenda items.

• Guest speaker Lise Detwiler on roles and responsibilities (30 min)
• Election of new treasurer, Daniella (5 min)
• Treasurer's report covering April and June bills (10 min)
• Governance updates and strategic‑plan goal setting (30 min)
• Council report by John Green (10 min)

Boards and Commissions

The Lansdowne Parks and Recreation Board will review old business, including a recap of the Pennock Woods cleanup and plans for a Belmont Park cleanup on August 1, 2026. The board will also discuss upcoming events like a movie night and Mayor's Park Day, as well as potential equipment and maintenance for Veterans' Landing.

• Belmont Park cleanup scheduled for August 1, 2026
• August movie night proposed
• Veterans' Landing play area equipment discussed
• Park benches and maintenance topics on agenda
• Upcoming committee meetings listed

Boards and Commissions

The Lansdowne Environmental Advisory Council is reviewing 2026 project updates and coordinating volunteer efforts for upcoming community events. The body is discussing public information for the South Lansdowne Stormwater Detention Basin and drafting a Lights Out Resolution.

• Maintenance of Rap Curry Pollinator Garden on July 25
• Recycling bin management for National Night Out on August 4
• Public information sign for South Lansdowne Stormwater Detention Basin
• Water-quality activity for Park Day at Reservoir Park on September 26
• Drafting of a Lights Out Resolution for Borough Council review

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The council will review the preliminary 2026 budget treasurer’s report before presenting it to the full council. Updates on staffing needs, ambulance service revenue, and the grant monitoring system will be provided. New business includes a non‑uniformed pension plan, changes to the employee manual, a tax collector report, and a proposed William Penn School District tax increase.

• Preliminary 2026 budget treasurer’s report
• Monthly ambulance service revenue report and anticipated changes
• Grant monitoring system update
• Consideration of a non‑uniformed pension plan
• Discussion of a William Penn School District tax increase

Boards and Commissions

The Lansdowne Shade Tree Commission is meeting to review tree planting wrap-ups and maintenance tasks. The body will discuss tree pit weeding and ivy removal at local parks. A meeting with Orsi Lazar PA.Gov regarding 'Plant a Trillion Trees' is listed under new business.

• PHS Spring 2026 Tree Planting wrap-up
• Weeding tree pits along Baltimore Avenue
• Ivy removal at Marlyn Park
• Saplings at Belmont Park and trees at Landing
• Shade Tree Commission Member renewals

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The Lansdowne Environment, Parks, and Trees Committee will meet to discuss Veterans Landing play equipment, native plant signage, and a donation of memorial benches. The agenda also includes a review of 2026 goals and a property update for Wabash Road.

• Veterans Landing play equipment budget update
• Donation of memorial benches to parks
• Signs to identify native plants at Veterans Landing
• Wabash Road property update
• Review of 2026 goals

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The Infrastructure, Codes, and Public Works Committee will give a broad update on capital projects, discuss stormwater inlet markers, and consider installing EV charging stations at Veteran's Landing. It will also review code summaries, problem properties, facility issues, and sanitation topics such as alley trash pickup and sewer wipes. Public comment periods are scheduled for each section.

• Capital Projects Update – broad status report
• Stormwater Infrastructure – discussion of inlet markers
• EV Charging Stations – proposal for Veteran's Landing
• Code Summary and Problem Properties review
• Sanitation – alley trash pick‑up discussion and sewer wipe issues

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The Economic Development and Technology Committee will review the LEDC report and the Streetscape Plan. Members will discuss Veterans Landing improvements and variances for Callahan Ward properties. The committee will also address a property next to 130 W Essex.

• Streetscape Plan
• TOPS Grant
• Veterans Landing playground equipment, EV chargers, and bench donations
• Variances for Callahan Ward properties for sale
• Property next to 130 W Essex

Boards and Commissions

The Tech Board will approve minutes from the May 4 meeting and review policy board camera features and costs. It will discuss a proposal to buy three software tools—DocAccess, AudioEye, and Acquia Web Governance—to make the borough’s website WCAG‑compliant. The board will also consider complaints about the parking information navigation and review a manifest of Borough Hall computers.

• Approve minutes of the May 4, 2026 meeting
• Review policy board camera features and cost
• Consider purchase of DocAccess, AudioEye, and Acquia Web Governance for website accessibility
• Discuss navigation menu changes for the parking information page
• Review manifest of Borough Hall computers

Borough Council Meetings

The Lansdowne Borough Council will consider several action items, including approving payment of June bills, authorizing Q3 and Q4 contracts with the Lansdowne Economic Development Corp, and naming the South Lansdowne Stormwater Detention Basin. The council will also vote on a $1,000 grant application to the Pennsylvania Audubon Trust and adopt an advertising ordinance concerning ICE immigration policy. Additional items include extending a conditional police officer offer and certifying a civil service eligibility list.

• Approve payment of bills for June 17‑30, 2026
• Approve Q3 and Q4 contracts with the Lansdowne Economic Development Corp
• Approve the name “South Lansdowne Stormwater Detention Basin”
• Submit a $1,000 grant application to Pennsylvania Audubon Trust for basin signage and plantings
• Approve advertising Ordinance 2026 regarding ICE immigration policy

Boards and Commissions

The Lansdowne Environmental Advisory Council is meeting to approve April minutes and discuss ongoing 2026 projects. The body will review reports from the Borough Council and the Parks and Recreation Board.

• Rap Curry Pollinator Garden Insect Census on June 26
• Save The Night Farmer’s Market on July 11
• Maintenance of Rap Curry Pollinator Garden on July 25
• National Night Out recycling bin management on August 4
• Review of Fats, oils, grease, and pipes info sheet

Borough Council Meetings

Borough Council will consider several public safety resolutions and infrastructure contracts. The meeting includes votes on sewer repairs at Gladstone Manor and engineering services for a bike lane project in South Lansdowne.

• Sewer repair bid of $102,275 from Insight Pipe Contracting for Gladstone Manor
• Engineering proposal of $68,295 from Kevin Matson for South Lansdowne bike lane safety project
• Proposed ordinance regarding retail gun stores
• Resolutions for Immigration Policy and Responsible Firearm Storage and Youth Firearm Injury Prevention
• Temporary closure of N. Highland Avenue and Highland Avenue Parking Lot on August 4, 2026, for National Night Out

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda. It also unanimously approved the minutes from the May 20, 2026 meeting. No other substantive actions, approvals, or denials were recorded during this session.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 20, 2026 (unanimous)

Boards and Commissions

The Lansdowne Public Library Board will approve the May meeting minutes and hear the treasurer’s report on May bills. It will receive governance updates and ad‑hoc committee updates, and work on developing goals, roles, and action items tied to the library’s strategic plan. The meeting also includes a director’s report, a council report, and a brief public comment period.

• Approve May meeting minutes
• Treasurer’s report on May bills
• Governance updates and strategic‑plan goal setting
• Ad hoc committee updates
• Director report

Boards and Commissions

The Parks and Recreation Board will approve the agenda and May meeting minutes. It will review several park projects, including a cleanup at Pennock Woods, a movie night, a July 4th field day, and a possible community garden at Belmont Park. New business items include herbicide use in the parks and park bench donations. The meeting will conclude with public comment before adjourning.

• Recap of Rap Curry Park cleanup
• Upcoming cleanup at Pennock Woods on July 11, 2026
• Movie night: The Princess and the Frog on June 19, 2026
• Herbicide use in the parks
• Park bench donations

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The Environment, Parks, and Trees Committee is meeting to review budget updates for Veterans Landing play equipment and the South Lansdowne Stormwater Detention Basin. The body will also discuss native plant signage and the use of herbicides in parks.

• Budget update for Veterans Landing play equipment
• South Lansdowne Stormwater Detention Basin project involving Caramanico Landscaping and PA Audubon Society grant
• Native plant signage for Rap Curry Park Pollinator Garden, Veterans Landing, and South Lansdowne Stormwater Detention Basin
• Restoration of Shrigley Park
• Review of herbicide use in parks

The Environment, Parks, and Trees Committee discussed several park projects, including Veterans Landing Park equipment, a storm‑water detention basin sign, native‑plant signage, and a memorial‑bench donation policy. No formal approvals or votes were recorded; the committee assigned follow‑up tasks to members and staff.

• Recommend a sign identifying the South Lansdowne Stormwater Detention Basin (planned)
• Develop plant‑identification signage language for Veterans Landing Park (planned)
• Apply for a $1,000 grant from Pennsylvania Audubon Society for basin signage and planting (planned)
• Revise draft policy for memorial bench donations (planned)
• Schedule site visit to Borough‑owned lot on Wabash Avenue to evaluate park‑improvement potential (planned)
• Meet with County representative to discuss Shrigley Park restoration after construction (planned)

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The Infrastructure, Codes, and Public Works Committee will review recommendations for two project bids. The meeting also includes discussions on stormwater markers, EV charging stations, and sanitation services.

• Proposed $102,275 bid from Insight Pipe Contracting for Gladstone Manor sewer repairs
• Proposed $68,295 proposal from Kevin Matson for TOPS grant/bike lane safety engineering in South Lansdowne
• EV Charging Stations at Veteran’s Landing
• Discussion on alley trash pick-up
• Review of West Avenue Business District and NE Side codes issues

Boards and Commissions

The Lansdowne Shade Tree Commission is meeting to review the 2026 spring tree planting and discuss new initiatives. The body will address maintenance along Baltimore Avenue and a program with the Juvenile Court.

• PHS Spring 2026 Tree Planting wrap-up
• Saplings and fencing at Belmont Park
• Trees at Landing
• Juvenile Court Youth Program
• Weeding tree pits along Baltimore Avenue

The Shade Tree Commission approved the minutes from the May 13 meeting. It confirmed plans for a “Free the Trees” ivy‑removal event at Marlyn Park, Willowbrook and Stratford on June 16, with a rain‑date on June 20, providing tools, gloves and pizza. No other actions were decided; discussions about the juvenile court youth program and member renewals were left pending.

• Approved May 13 meeting minutes
• Scheduled Free the Trees ivy‑removal event for June 16 (rain date June 20)

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The Lansdowne Borough Council Committee will review the preliminary 2026 budget, track ambulance service revenue, and discuss updates to the LEDC contract and employee manual. The meeting will also cover an ad hoc committee's progress on library capital improvement grant writing and building plans.

• Review of 2026 Budget - Preliminary Treasurer’s Report
• Tracking Ambulance Service Revenue and Changes
• Updates on Library Capital Improvement Grant Writing
• Discussion of Changes to LEDC Contract
• Drone show for America’s 250

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The Lansdowne Borough Council Health & Public Safety Committee will review several old‑business items, including metered parking, traffic‑calming, ambulance service costs, a vape/smoke‑shop ordinance, internet safety, and revisions to immigration resolutions and ordinances. In new business, the committee will consider advancing a Responsible Firearm Storage & Youth Firearm Injury Prevention Resolution and a Micromobility Safety Education & Public Awareness Resolution, begin review of a gun‑shop zoning ordinance, receive an update on broken streetlights, and consider Officer Nicholas Benoit’s promotion. The meeting also includes reports from the mayor, police chief, and chair, and a gun‑safety presentation by Police Chief Rutherford.

• Review and possible advancement of Responsible Firearm Storage & Youth Firearm Injury Prevention Resolution
• Review and possible advancement of Micromobility Safety Education & Public Awareness Resolution
• Discussion of Vape/Smoke Shop Ordinance
• Review of Immigration Policy Resolution and Ordinance revisions
• Presentation on gun safety by Police Chief Rutherford

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The committee will discuss updates regarding parks, recreation, and the library. The meeting includes reviews of library board appointments and upcoming local events.

• Library Board Appointments
• Free CPR Training (non-certified)
• Free The Trees dates
• Cinematic Point of View exhibition at 20*20 House Gallery

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The Economic Development and Technology Committee will receive updates on the Streetscape Plan, the TOPS Grant, and playground equipment at Veterans Landing. It will then discuss a Philly Truce request to use Veterans Landing space for community greenhouses and raised beds. The meeting also includes a public comment period before adjournment.

• Streetscape Plan update
• TOPS Grant update
• Veterans Landing playground equipment update
• Philly Truce request: use Veterans Landing for greenhouses and raised beds

Boards and Commissions

The Human Relations Commission will review ongoing items such as future trainings from the PHRC, upcoming educational events, and the development of processes and procedures. It will also consider a proposal to set up a table at Lansdowne Pride in June. No final decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Future trainings from the PHRC
• Educational events
• Creating processes and procedures
• Tabling at Lansdowne Pride in June

Boards and Commissions

The Environmental Advisory Council will review several ongoing projects, including signage for a 'no trash' initiative at the Farmers Market and outreach methods such as Sign Up Genius or America250Delco. The council will also confirm volunteer participation for the July 11 Farmers Market and the May 30 pollinator garden maintenance. New business includes creating a public white‑board summary of government actions.

• Plan signage for 'no trash' stickers at the Farmers Market
• Confirm volunteers for Farmers Market (July 11) and Rap Curry Pollinator Garden maintenance (May 30)
• Discuss dates for the Free the Trees initiative to remove English ivy
• Consider using Sign Up Genius or America250Delco for public sign‑ups
• Create a white‑board summary of government actions for public display

Borough Council Meetings

Borough Council will consider several police promotions and appointments to the Library Board and Shade Tree Commission. The body is deciding on funding for the LBPA Night Market and a grant application for new recycle cans. Other discussions include paving programs and construction on Union Avenue.

• Application for $250,000 PA DEP grant for recycle cans with a $27,778 Borough match
• $1,000 funding request for the LBPA Night Market
• Promotions for Officers Tyler Fox, Abigail Toblemann, and Ross Burton
• Resolution to remove Section 7: Exemptions and Fee Waivers from Resolution 2025-15
• Appointments of Daniella Fadjoh and Tanisha Jones to the Library Board

Boards and Commissions

The Parks and Recreation Board will approve April meeting minutes and the agenda, review recent clean‑up and mulch work at Sycamore Park, discuss equipment for the Veterans' Landing play area, and consider establishing a community garden at Belmont Park. A new "Free the Trees" activity will also be discussed.

• Approve minutes from April's meeting
• Upcoming cleanup at Rap Curry Park on June 6, 2026, 10 am‑12 pm
• Play area equipment for Veterans' Landing
• Possible community garden at Belmont Park
• "Free the Trees" activity

The Parks and Recreation Board approved installing a camera in the back parking lot that covers the play area. The board also discussed a possible community garden at Belmont Park, labeling of newly planted trees at Veterans’ Landing, and playground equipment needs, but no decisions were made on those items.

• Approved installation of camera in back parking lot covering play area

Boards and Commissions

The Lansdowne Public Library board will review minutes from the April meeting, hear the Treasurer's report on April bills, and receive governance updates along with reports from the director and council. The agenda also includes reminders about an upcoming volunteer meeting and a Friends gathering, and notes that recent book and bake sales raised $2,200 and $1,400 respectively. Public comments will be limited to library issues. The next board meeting is set for June 16, 2026.

• Review and approve minutes from April meeting
• Treasurer's report on April bills
• Governance updates (Current Business)
• Director report
• Council report

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The Environment, Parks, and Trees Committee will review old business items including vacancies in the Parks & Recreation board and Veterans Landing play equipment. New business includes discussion of the South Lansdowne Stormwater Detention Basin, the Free the Trees initiative, Veterans Landing tree signs, recycling stickers, and mosquito dunks. The meeting also includes an executive session to interview Jim Harris for an STC nomination.

• South Lansdowne Stormwater Detention Basin – discussion of signage and naming
• Free the Trees – review of flyer and coordination with EAC, Parks & Recreation, and Lansdowne Friends School
• Veterans Landing tree signs – consideration of installation
• Recycling stickers – distribution plan and public works recycling guide
• Mosquito Dunks – discussion of use

The committee discussed park equipment needs, stormwater detention basin improvements, English ivy removal, and mosquito control. It recommended naming the basin the South Lansdowne Stormwater Detention Basin and applying for a $1,000 grant for signage. The nomination of Jim Harris to the Shade Tree Commission was sent to Borough Council for approval.

• Forwarded nomination of Jim Harris to the Shade Tree Commission for Borough Council approval
• Recommended naming the stormwater detention basin "South Lansdowne Stormwater Detention Basin"
• Proposed applying to Birdtown Pennsylvania for a $1,000 grant for basin signage
• Continued development of equipment purchase recommendations for Veterans Landing Park
• Added possibility of LEDC sponsorship of a new Sonic Wall to the June Economic Development Committee agenda

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The Infrastructure, Codes, and Public Works Committee will review updates on capital projects, stormwater markers, and EV charging stations at Veteran’s Landing. It will also consider code updates, problem properties, and sanitation services. The meeting includes public comment periods and a review of the borough’s 2026 goals.

• Capital Projects Update – broad overview of all infrastructure projects
• Stormwater Inlet Markers – review of stormwater infrastructure
• EV Charging Stations – discussion of installation at Veteran’s Landing
• Property Maintenance Code Update – review of 2021 International Code changes
• Alley trash pick‑up – discussion of sanitation service

Boards and Commissions

The Shade Tree Commission will review updates on spring tree planting and mulch spreading at Sycamore Park. The body will also discuss saplings at Belmont Park and trees at Landing.

• PHS Spring 2026 Tree Planting
• Mulch spreading at Sycamore Park
• Vine removal from Borough trees project
• Saplings at Belmont Park
• Trees at Landing

The commission approved the minutes from the April 8th meeting. Members reported that three trees were planted and one additional tree was placed in Marlyn Park. They discussed new tree saplings for parks and noted problems with a hackberry tree at Lansdowne Ave and the Landing. No further formal actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved April 8th meeting minutes

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The Lansdowne Borough Council Finance and Administration Committee will review the preliminary 2026 budget report from the Treasurer before it is presented to the full council. The committee will also examine staffing matters, including job description reviews and potential staff increases. Additional items include updates on parking fee revenue, ambulance service revenue, and the grant monitoring system. The meeting will consider proposals such as a police discount for a charity walk, a contribution to the LBPA Night Market, changes to the employee manual, and a report from the tax collector.

• Preliminary 2026 budget Treasurer’s Report (review before council presentation)
• Review of job descriptions and consideration of future staff increases
• Tracking of parking fee revenue, fines, and staffing impact
• Monthly ambulance service revenue report and anticipated changes
• Library Capital Improvement Funding Committee update on grant writing, final building plans, and board expansion

The committee reviewed the preliminary 2026 budget, noting an 80% tax collection rate and several expense overruns, but made no formal approvals or denials. Discussions covered parking‑revenue tracking, ambulance billing concerns, and a possible ordinance for direct insurance reimbursement. Grant applications totaling $2,932,000 for recycling, streetscapes, sewer interceptors, and a safety plan were reported. New‑business items such as police support for a charity walk and doubling night‑market sponsorship were discussed, but no recommendations or votes were recorded.

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The Health & Public Safety Committee will review speed detection equipment and metered parking updates. The body will discuss a vape/smoke shop ordinance and a fire department insurance ordinance. The meeting includes personnel promotions for three police officers.

• Speed detection equipment presentation by Kevin Matson
• Metered parking updates for lots, kiosks, and Highland Avenue Lot
• Vape / Smoke Shop Ordinance and June 5th forum sponsorship
• Lansdowne Fire Department Insurance Ordinance
• Promotions of Officers Tyler Fox, Abigail Toblemann, and Ross Burton

The Health & Public Safety Committee approved the March and April meeting minutes. It discussed traffic‑calming standards, EMS reimbursement, and upcoming construction, and referred several proposals—including the fire department insurance ordinance and the immigration resolution—to the Solicitor for legal review. All contractual police promotions were sent to Borough Council for formal action.

• Approved March and April meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Referred fire department insurance ordinance to Solicitor for review
• Referred immigration resolution/or ordinance to Solicitor for review
• Agreed to forward all police promotional contracts to Borough Council
• Decided to keep temporary traffic‑calming procedures while standards are developed
• Planned public notification on Union Avenue construction once details are final

Borough Council Meetings

Borough Council will discuss community development, park updates, and public safety events. The body is deciding on several spending requests and administrative agreements.

• Sewer Tap Fee Agreement with Callahan Ward developers
• Spending up to $500 for Juneteenth event
• Spending up to $200 for volunteer background checks via DelCo Volunteers portal
• Parking enforcement waiver for LEDC volunteers and vendors at Highland Avenue lot
• Proposal to cancel first Council meetings of June, July, and August

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The Economic Development and Technology Committee will hear a report from the LEDC, updates on building permits and the Planning Commission, and status reports on the Streetscape Grant, TOPS Grant, and Veterans Landing improvements. The meeting includes new business, public comment, and adjournment.

• LEDC report
• Building Permits/Planning Commission updates (Callahan Ward)
• Streetscape Grant discussion
• TOPS Grant discussion
• Veterans Landing updates: playground equipment and bench donation

The committee approved the Philly Truce request to allow a greenhouse in the Veterans Landing area, with conditions that the borough is not liable for vandalism, the greenhouse must be maintained and removed by September 1. The request for raised‑bed gardens at the same site was denied. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved greenhouse use of Veterans Landing space (must be maintained, removed by Sept 1, borough not liable for vandalism)
• Denied raised‑bed garden request at Veterans Landing

Boards and Commissions

The Lansdowne Tech Board will vote to elect a new chairperson. It will also adopt a new meeting schedule and request volunteers for board activities. The agenda includes a public comment period before adjournment.

• Elect new chairperson
• Establish a new meeting schedule
• Solicit volunteers for board tasks
• Public comment period

Boards and Commissions

The Human Relations Commission will meet to welcome new member Dr. Onaje Muid and review past events. The body will discuss educational programming, PHRC trainings, and the creation of internal processes and procedures.

• Welcome of new member Dr. Onaje Muid
• Recap of April 25 event
• Discussion of PHRC trainings and literature review
• Planning for virtual and in-person educational events
• Development of processes and procedures

Boards and Commissions

The Lansdowne Public Library board will review the strategic plan, board governance, and a report from the Delaware County Library System. The meeting includes a treasurer's report and a council update.

• Strategic Plan updates and next steps
• Board governance applications and schedules
• Delaware County Library System report
• Treasurer's report and March bills
• Council report by John Green

Boards and Commissions

The Historic Architectural Review Board will meet to address pending LEDC facade grants. The board will also consider a town forum for community education.

• Pending award of LEDC facade grants
• Discussion of Community Education Town Forum

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The Lansdowne Youth Committee meeting agenda lists a call to order, approval of minutes, and a series of old‑business items labeled D through L. The text of those items is unreadable in the agenda, so specific topics cannot be identified. No new business or other agenda items are detailed beyond these headings.

• Item D – description not legible
• Item E – description not legible
• Item F – description not legible
• Item G – description not legible
• Item H – description not legible

Boards and Commissions

The Parks and Recreation Board will approve March meeting minutes and the agenda, review recent park cleanups, and discuss upcoming maintenance and equipment re‑evaluation at Veterans' Landing. New business includes evaluating a community garden at Belmont Park and reviewing Natural Lands mini‑master plan suggestions. The board will also consider ideas for Mayor Byrne's proposed park day and a handbook request.

• Approve minutes from March's meeting
• Upcoming Sycamore Park cleanup on May 2, 2026, 10 am‑12 pm
• Re‑evaluation of play area equipment for Veterans' Landing
• Evaluate possibility of a community garden at Belmont Park
• Review and prioritize Natural Lands mini‑master plan suggestions

Boards and Commissions

The Environmental Advisory Council will approve past meeting minutes and hear brief reports from the Borough Council, the Environment Parks and Trees Committee, and the Parks and Recreation Board. It will review several 2026 projects, including recycling stickers, the April 18 farmers’ market, a Bioblitz event, and maintenance of the Rap Curry Pollinator Garden. New business includes a May 9 presentation on making yards bird‑friendly at the library.

• Approval of past meeting minutes
• Stickers – recycling and “no trash” initiative
• Farmers’ Market – April 18, 10 AM to noon (reconfirm participants)
• Bioblitz – April 18 (rain date April 25), 1 PM‑3:30 PM (reconfirm participants)
• Bird‑friendly yard presentation – May 9, 10 AM‑noon at the library

Borough Council Meetings

The Lansdowne Borough Council will vote on approving bills, a ban on single-use plastic bags, and the purchase of playground equipment and software. The meeting also includes discussions on community events, grant extensions, and a fee waiver for a theater gala.

• Approval of payment of bills for period ___ to __, 2026
• Ordinance regulating and prohibiting single-use plastic bags
• Purchase of GovWell software for Codes Department at $15,000
• Playground equipment purchase for Veterans Landing
• Fee waiver for police services at Lansdowne Theatre Gala

The borough council voted unanimously to adopt the amended agenda, which added a coyote safety presentation and a motion to sponsor the Bike Day event with up to $200. The council also voted unanimously to approve the minutes from the March 15, 2026 meeting.

• Approved amended agenda (unanimous vote)
• Approved minutes of March 15, 2026 (unanimous vote)

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The Lansdowne Borough Council Health & Public Safety Committee will discuss several ongoing public safety topics, including updates on metered parking, traffic calming, and ambulance service costs. New business includes a request for a fee waiver for police officer overtime at a school event and a $250 request for a full‑page Hero Bowl advertisement with ten tickets. The committee will also hear a forum on the Vape/Smoke Shop Ordinance and presentations on coyote safety and other community safety issues.

• Request for fee waiver of Police Officer overtime at Friend's School Spring show at the Lansdowne Theater
• Request for $250 for Hero Bowl full page ad and purchase of 10 tickets
• Vape / Smoke Shop Ordinance forum scheduled for June 5 with Lansdowne Borough sponsorship
• Coyote Interaction and safety presentation by Heather G. Cronan
• Street / Traffic Calming update for South Lansdowne

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The committee will review the preliminary 2026 Treasurer’s Report and discuss staff job descriptions and potential increases. Members will also examine revenue tracking for parking fees, fines, and ambulance services.

• 2026 Budget Preliminary Treasurer’s Report
• Agreement with Callahan Ward for sewer tap fees
• Review of staff job descriptions and future increases
• Revenue tracking for parking fees and fines
• Updates from the Ad hoc Library Capital Improvement Funding Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee reviewed several financial items, noting a $106,000 principal fire‑truck payment with about 25% of prior‑year fees still pending and total grant revenue of $3,182,776. It reported parking‑fee revenue is insufficient for street‑kiosk costs and ambulance‑service revenue has declined, prompting further research. The committee recommended allowing Callahan Ward to pay its sewer‑tapping fee quarterly, declined to waive a $344 police‑service fee for the Historic Lansdowne Theater, and scheduled an Ad Hoc Library Committee meeting for April 22. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

Boards and Commissions

The Lansdowne Shade Tree Commission will approve minutes, review reports, and plan for a spring tree planting and park cleanup. The group will also discuss a Vine removal project and prepare for Arbor Day.

• PHS Spring 2026 Tree Planting
• Park cleanup at Rap Curry pollinator garden
• Vine removal from Borough trees project
• Spread mulch at Sycamore Park
• Tree City Application / Tree Growth Award

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The Infrastructure, Codes, and Public Works Committee will discuss updates on capital projects and sanitation services. The body will also review property maintenance and international code updates. Discussions include specific infrastructure items like EV charging stations and streetscape signs.

• EV Charging Stations at Veteran’s Landing
• Streetscape signs and poles in Central Business District
• Stormwater inlet markers
• 2021 International Codes update
• Property Maintenance Code update

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The Economic Development and Technology Committee will review reports and updates on building permits, streetscape and TOPS grants, and a pedestrian walkway project. It will also receive updates on the Veterans Landing area and technology board matters. New business includes consideration of playground equipment for Veterans Landing. Public comment will follow before adjournment.

• Building Permits/Planning Commission Updates (Callahan Ward)
• Streetscape Grant
• TOPS Grant
• Pedestrian Highland Lot walkway to N Lansdowne Ave
• Playground equipment Veterans Landing

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The committee will review a resolution opposing the LNG terminal in Eddystone C4. Members will also discuss park updates and vacancies for the Environmental Advisory Council and Shade Tree Commission.

• Resolution opposing LNG terminal in Eddystone C4
• Hoffman Park updates regarding barriers, signage, and trash collection
• DCNR grant application for ash tree replacement at Gateway Slope Park
• PSAB endorsement of CCA enabling legislation for energy affordability
• Interviews for EAC and Shade Tree Commission vacancies

The Environment, Parks, and Trees Committee reviewed a proposed resolution opposing an LNG export terminal, considered new signage and barriers to stop swimming in Hoffman Park, and heard updates on Pennsylvania’s electricity planning consortium. It also listed several items – a single‑use plastic bag ordinance, park regulation amendment, LNG opposition resolution, community‑choice aggregation resolution, nomination of Mikey Ruda, and playground equipment purchase – to be presented at the April 15 Borough Council meeting. No items were voted on or formally approved during this session.

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The Community Development and Recreation Committee will approve minutes from the prior meeting and review old business items including a sexual assault awareness forum, free CPR training, and a Lansdowne Votes request. New business includes discussions on Spring Greening, Cradles to Crayons, renting the 20th Century Club, the Spring Night Market on June 13, a free Lansdowne Votes table at the farmers market, a $20 background‑check fee for Delco Volunteers, and the rise of vape shops and tobacco outlets in Delaware County. The meeting will conclude with a public comment period before adjournment.

• Spring Night Market scheduled for June 13, 2026, 6-10 pm
• Renting the 20th Century Club
• $20 background‑check fee per volunteer for Delco Volunteers
• Discussion of rise of vape shops and tobacco outlets in Delaware County
• Lansdowne Votes table at farmers market leading up to November election (free of charge)

Boards and Commissions

The Tech Board will first approve the minutes from the March 2, 2026 meeting. It will then review updates to the borough's firewall/gateway and consider a new code‑enforcement software presented by Debbie. Three vendor demos—GovWell, CloudPermit, and CivicPlus—are scheduled for discussion.

• Approve minutes of the March 2, 2026 meeting
• Update the new firewall/gateway
• Review code‑enforcement software from Debbie
• GovWell presentation (6:45 PM – 7:05 PM)
• CloudPermit presentation (7:05 PM – 7:25 PM)

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The Lansdowne Youth Committee is meeting to review updates on youth-focused programming and community outreach. The body will discuss upcoming events including a Holocaust survivor presentation and a Labor Day apprenticeship fair.

• Lead Forum program draft and flyer
• Forum on Internet Safety
• Holocaust Survivor Presentation scheduled for April 13th
• Union Apprenticeship Fair for Labor Day
• Cradles to Crayons collection bins

Boards and Commissions

The commission will review updates from the April 25 open house, recent PHRC training for members, virtual educational events, and a PHRC literature review. It will discuss plans for movie screenings and the development of new processes and procedures. No formal decisions are noted on the agenda.

• April 25 open house update
• PHRC training for LHRC members (Tamara Shehadeh-Cope)
• Virtual educational events
• Movie screenings
• Creating processes and procedures

Boards and Commissions

The Lansdowne Parks and Recreation Board will approve February meeting minutes and consider agenda changes. It will discuss recent and upcoming park cleanups, safety issues at Hoffman Park, and plans for a June Movie Night. New business includes reviewing short‑term play area equipment for Veterans' Landing, Mayor Byrne's proposed park day, and a Farmers' Market tabling agreement with the EAC. The board will also address its handbook and meeting location.

• Approve minutes from February's meeting
• Upcoming cleanup at Marlyn Park on April 11, 10 am‑12 pm
• Review short‑term play area equipment for Veterans' Landing
• Mayor Byrne's proposed park day
• Farmers' Market tabling agreement with the EAC

Boards and Commissions

Borough Council Meetings

The Lansdowne Borough Council will vote on approving a $257,997.80 road repair contract, promoting a police officer, and establishing a new police hiring list. The meeting also includes resolutions for cultural observances and a motion to halt a pedestrian bridge project.

• Approve $257,997.80 road program contract
• Promote Officer Sean O'Doherty to Class D Patrol Officer
• Approve 10-year Ballot Drop Box Agreement with County
• Approve Spotlight Theater 3-year License Agreement
• Move to halt Darby Creek Pedestrian Bridge project

Boards and Commissions

The board will review the February meeting minutes and hear the treasurer’s report on February bills. It will also receive updates on the DLCS meeting, staff vacancies, elevator pitches, and director and council reports before opening a public comment period on library issues.

• Review minutes from February meeting
• Treasurer’s report on February bills
• Report on DLCS meeting related to Delco Gives
• Discussion of library staff vacancies and recruiting
• Public comment period on library issues (3‑5 minutes per speaker)

Boards and Commissions

The Lansdowne Shade Tree Commission will discuss the PHS Spring 2026 Tree Planting, a Park & Recreation Intern, and a cleanup at Reservoir Park. The agenda also includes an Arbor Day event on April 24th and a Tree City Application.

• PHS Spring 2026 Tree Planting
• Park & Recreation Intern
• Reservoir Park cleanup
• Arbor Day April 24th
• Tree City Application / Tree Growth Award

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The Economic Development and Technology Committee will hear the LEDC report and requests, then review old business items including the Streetscape Grant, TOPS Grant, and a pedestrian walkway on N Lansdowne Ave. In new business, the council will set goals for completing Veterans’ Landing, advancing a streetscape plan for the central business district, and adding bike lanes and benches. The meeting also includes a video alignment discussion and public comment.

• Streetscape Grant
• TOPS Grant
• Pedestrian Highland Lot walkway to N Lansdowne Ave
• Veterans’ Landing improvements (landscaping, signs, play area, gazebo, memorial wall)
• Bike lanes and related TOPS grant

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The committee will discuss updates on capital projects, including the Darby Creek Bridge and streetscape improvements. The meeting also covers code updates and sanitation services. Members will review 2026 goals and liaison board reports.

• Darby Creek Bridge update
• Central Business District streetscape signs and poles
• EV Charging Stations at Veteran’s Landing
• Stormwater inlet markers
• 2021 International Codes update

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The Health & Public Safety Committee will review updates on metered parking at the Highland Avenue lot, traffic‑calming efforts on South Lansdowne, and several public‑health forums. It will also consider a promotion for Officer Sean O’Doherty and actions to void the current full‑time police eligibility list and start a new hiring process. Additional items include a vape/smoke‑shop ordinance forum slated for June and a national bike‑safety forum.

• Metered Parking update – Highland Avenue lot (meters, kiosks, cost of parking)
• Vape / Smoke Shop Ordinance – forum for elected officials scheduled for June
• Promotion of Officer Sean O’Doherty to Class D Patrol Officer
• Void current full‑time police eligibility list and authorize new hiring process
• Bike Safety – National Bike Safety Forum

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The council will review the preliminary 2026 budget report before presenting it to the full council. It will also examine staffing job descriptions and consider future staff increases. Additional discussions include parking fee revenue and fines, ambulance service monthly revenue, and the grant monitoring system. New business items cover the Spotlight Theater, codes software, event funding, tax collector processes, and updates from the Library Capital Improvement Funding Committee.

• Preliminary 2026 budget treasurer’s report (old business)
• Review of job descriptions and potential staff increases
• Parking fee fines and revenue review
• Monthly ambulance service revenue report
• Updates from the Library Capital Improvement Funding Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee reviewed the Spotlight Theater lease and recommended renewing it with a $300 rent increase. No other formal actions or votes were recorded. The meeting also reported tax collections of $468,442.57, over $2.5 million in grant revenue, and updates on staffing and other administrative items.

• Recommend renewing Spotlight Theater lease with $300 increase

Borough Council Meetings

The Lansdowne Borough Council will approve bills, ratify a state of emergency, and sign contracts for social media and intervention services. The meeting also includes discussions on heritage resolutions, infrastructure updates, and a donation to the Darby Creek Valley Association.

• Approval of bills and ratification of state of emergency
• Contract with Nia McCune for $55/hour, not to exceed $2,200
• Professional Services Agreement with Kristina Gilbert
• Donation of $500 to Darby Creek Valley Association
• Host Borough-sponsored Lead Forum at Borough Hall on April 21

The Borough Council approved the meeting agenda by unanimous vote. The February 4, 2026 minutes were also approved unanimously. The Council adopted proclamations for Women’s History Month and for St. Patrick’s Day/Irish‑American Heritage Month. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved February 4, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Women’s History Month proclamation
• Adopted St. Patrick’s Day/Irish‑American Heritage Month proclamation

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The committee will discuss several community events, including a Spring Night Market and a Sexual Assault Awareness forum. The body will also consider various heritage month resolutions and requests for flag donations.

• Spring Night Market scheduled for Friday, June 13, 2026
• Sexual Assault Awareness forum on April 12th at the Twentieth Century Club
• Resolutions for Irish-American, PRIDE, Women’s, Jewish American, and Arab-American Heritage Months
• Discussion on non-certified free CPR training
• Request regarding the Christian flag

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The Environment, Parks, and Trees Committee is reviewing a proposed single-use plastic bag ordinance and discussing management for Rap Curry, Hoffman, and Gateway Slope parks. The body is also considering a resolution opposing an LNG terminal in Eddystone.

• Proposed single-use plastic bag ordinance
• Resolution opposing LNG terminal in Eddystone
• EV charging stations at Veterans Landing
• Natural Lands Trust recommendations for Green Stormwater Infrastructure at Gateway Slope Park
• Discussion on swimming and bathing permissions at Hoffman Park

The Environment, Parks, and Trees Committee decided that prohibiting swimming and wading in Darby Creek is essential to protect the public and aid police and maintenance crews. The committee will place the prohibition question on the next Parks & Recreation Board agenda. Other items, such as the single‑use plastic bag ordinance and the Great Backyard Bird Count venue request, were discussed but no votes were taken.

• Prohibit swimming and wading in Darby Creek deemed essential (to be considered by Parks & Recreation Board)

Boards and Commissions

The Tech Board will review updates on the new firewall, Borough Hall AV equipment, and code enforcement software. It will discuss three software proposals—GovWell at $39,000 per year for three years plus a $25,000 migration fee and a 5% annual increase thereafter, CloudPermit at $21,000 annually plus a $10,500 migration fee, and CivicPlus (price pending). The board will also consider a third‑party technology safety audit and a term‑limits amendment for board members (2‑year terms, 2024‑2026).

• GovWell software proposal: $39,000 per year for three years, then 5% increase per year; $25,000 one‑time data migration and deployment cost
• CloudPermit software proposal: $21,000 annual cost; $10,500 one‑time data migration and deployment cost
• CivicPlus (and See Click Fix) software proposal: price not yet provided
• Third‑party technology safety audit
• Term‑limits amendment to Tech Board resolution (2‑year terms, 2024‑2026)

Boards and Commissions

The Human Relations Commission will meet to review updates on a March open house and member trainings. The body will also discuss social media strategy, virtual educational events, and the creation of processes and procedures.

• March open house update
• Trainings for LHRC members
• Social media strategy
• Virtual educational events
• Movie screenings

The commission recorded a motion to approve the agenda, moved by Diann and seconded by Sarah, but the outcome was not noted. A motion to approve the prior meeting minutes was also moved by Sarah and seconded by Diann, with no recorded vote result. The commission announced that Moxi Stern will now oversee the LHRC email box.

• Motion to approve agenda moved by Diann, seconded by Sarah (outcome not recorded)
• Motion to approve previous minutes moved by Sarah, seconded by Diann (outcome not recorded)
• Moxi Stern assigned to oversee LHRC email box

Borough Council Meetings

The council approved payment of February bills, reduced the annual parking permit fee for municipal lots, amended the borough code to include the Madison Avenue lot, and authorized a banner for Restaurant Week. Earlier motions to suspend and then resume Robert’s Rules of Order were both adopted unanimously.

• Approved payment of bills for Feb 4‑18, 2026 (unanimous)
• Reduced parking permit fee from $275 to $250 (adopted, Ms. Young opposed, rest approved)
• Amended Chapter 231 to include Madison Avenue lot (adopted, Ms. Young opposed, rest approved)
• Authorized Lansdowne Business Professionals Association banner for Restaurant Week (unanimous)
• Approved agenda amendment for Buddhist Temple presentation (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Feb 4, 2026 (unanimous)
• Suspended Robert’s Rules of Order (unanimous)
• Resumed Robert’s Rules of Order (unanimous)

Boards and Commissions

The Lansdowne Public Library Board will discuss and aim to finalize its 2025 Board Goals and Strategic Plan. The meeting will also include a Treasurer’s report on January bills, a Director’s report, and a Council report. The Governance Committee will provide an update on the search for a new board member and discuss information from a recent Trustee training session. The agenda includes a public comment period and reminders about upcoming DCLS meetings and Friends events.

• Review and finalize the 2025 Board Goals and Strategic Plan (Current Business)
• Treasurer’s report on January bills (Ellen)
• Governance Committee update on new board member search and Trustee training discussion (Mark & Sarah)
• Director report (Bill)
• Council report (John Green)

Boards and Commissions

The Lansdowne Parks and Recreation Board will approve minutes from January, discuss a March cleanup at Reservoir Park, and set agenda items for the next meeting.

• Approve minutes from January's meeting
• Plan cleanup at Reservoir Park on March 7, 2026
• Schedule next meeting for March 16, 2026

Boards and Commissions

The Lansdowne Environmental Advisory Council will hear a presentation on extreme weather pre‑adaptation, review upcoming 2026 events such as the Earth Festival and Great Backyard Bird Count, discuss old business including borough property lighting and library renovation, consider a new recycling‑bin sticker, and open the meeting for public comment.

• Presentation: Extreme weather pre‑adaptation (Howard Sherman)
• Lansdowne Earth Festival – Oct. 3, 1:30‑4:30 at 20th Century Club
• Great Backyard Bird Count – Feb. 14, 10 AM‑noon at 20th Century Club
• Old Business – borough property responsible lighting meeting
• New Business – sticker for recycling bins

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The Lansdowne Borough Council Committee will meet to review capital projects, including the Darby Creek Bridge and Central Business District streetscape work. The agenda also includes updates on stormwater infrastructure, a property maintenance code revision, and sanitation services.

• Darby Creek Bridge capital project update
• Central Business District streetscape signs and poles
• Property Maintenance Code update discussion
• Stormwater inlet markers project
• Sanitation services review (trash, recycling, yard waste)

The Finance and Administration Committee reviewed the 2025 treasurer's report and noted that the close‑out is proceeding without issue. It reported winning a $50,000 streetscape planning grant and a $120,000 signal‑light improvement grant for work in 2026. The committee recommended continuing discussion on a social‑media contract, will explore alternatives to the current code‑software, and asked the tax collector to attend quarterly meetings. The treasurer also reminded members to obtain W‑9 forms for any expense over $600.

• Recommended continuing discussion on a social‑media contract (no vote recorded)
• Committee will investigate alternative code‑software options (no vote recorded)
• Tax collector to attend committee meetings quarterly (no vote recorded)
• Treasurer requested W‑9 forms for any expense over $600 (no vote recorded)

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The Economic Development and Technology Committee will review updates on building permits, a streetscape grant, a pedestrian bridge at Hoffman Park, the TOPS grant, and a pedestrian walkway on North Lansdowne Avenue. It will also consider new business items such as Tech Board terms, a review of codes software, and a video proposal. Public comment will follow before the meeting is adjourned.

• Streetscape Grant
• Hoffman Park: Pedestrian Bridge
• TOPS Grant
• Pedestrian Highland Lot walkway to N Lansdowne Ave
• Tech Board Terms

The Economic Development and Technology Committee discussed several ongoing projects, including grant updates and infrastructure plans. It formally supported a video proposal that will be coordinated with DandeLions and a social‑media calendar for a six‑month pilot. No vote counts were recorded.

• Supported video proposal for 6‑month pilot (no vote tally provided)

Boards and Commissions

The Shade Tree Commission will review the application for Tree City status and a potential Tree Growth Award. It will also discuss follow‑up on the PHS Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 tree plantings, as well as the Tree Vitalize Watershed and Natural Lands grants. Additional agenda items include a park cleanup report, membership matters, and public comments.

• Review and vote on Tree City Application / Tree Growth Award
• Follow‑up on PHS Fall 2025 tree plantings and Spring 2026 planting
• Discussion of Tree Vitalize Watershed Grant / Natural Lands Grant
• Report on park cleanup held last Saturday
• Consideration of Shade Tree Commission memberships

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The Borough Council Health & Public Safety Committee will review several ongoing items, including updates on metered parking, traffic calming, ambulance service costs, and follow‑up on the Cops and Community program. It will consider proposals for a Lead‑Free Community Forum, an Internet Safety Forum for children, and a Human Trafficking Awareness Forum. New business includes discussion of summer activities at Hoffman Park, a vacancy on the Civil Service Commission, a new‑hire recommendation, and a proposed night market. The meeting also features a presentation on the Cops and Community program by Guillermo Lopez.

• Proposal: Human Trafficking Awareness Forum
• Proposal: Lead‑Free Community Forum
• Proposal: Internet Safety Forum for Children
• New Hire Recommendation
• Proposed night market LBPA

The February 10 meeting was used for updates on parking meters, speed monitoring, ambulance costs, vaping trends, and various community forums. Committee members requested more information on the Cops and Community Trust Initiative before any further action. No votes or approvals were recorded during the session.

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The Lansdowne Borough Council Committee will review the preliminary 2026 budget, track revenue from parking and ambulance services, and discuss staffing and job descriptions. The committee will also consider a social media contract and event funding.

• 2026 Budget - Preliminary Treasury Report
• Review of parking fees, fines, and staffing impact
• Monthly ambulance service revenue report
• Social Media Contract
• Event funding

The committee arranged for the borough tax collector to attend committee meetings on a quarterly basis and to meet regularly with a committee member and the borough manager. Council members were asked to obtain W‑9 forms for any person or vendor with expected expenses over $600. The committee recommended continuing discussion on a social‑media contract and will explore alternatives to the current codes software. No formal votes were recorded.

• Tax collector attendance schedule set (quarterly meetings, regular staff meetings)
• Council members asked to secure W‑9 forms for expenses over $600
• Recommendation to continue discussion on social‑media contract
• Committee to investigate alternatives to current codes software

Boards and Commissions

The Tech Board will discuss updates to the borough's website, firewall, and AV equipment. The board is also reviewing amendments to the social media policy and a resolution regarding two-year term limits for board members.

• Social media policy amendments
• Term limits amendment to Tech Board resolution (2 years)
• Third-party tech safety audit
• Code Enforcement software update
• Borough Hall AV Equipment status

The board approved the December 2025 meeting minutes with a 3‑0 vote. The borough staff, elected‑official, and library versions of the social‑media policy were approved. A two‑year term‑limit amendment for the Tech Board was adopted. The meeting was adjourned with a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved December 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved borough staff, elected‑official, and library social‑media policy amendments
• Adopted two‑year term‑limit amendment for Tech Board
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Borough Council Meetings

The Lansdowne Borough Council will vote to ratify the State of Emergency declaration for January 25, 2026. It will also move to approve payment of outstanding bills, amend Ordinance 2026 to include the Madison Avenue parking lot, and adopt resolutions recognizing National Public Schools Week and National Bike Month. Additional motions seek approval of up to $500 for a Black History Month celebration and up to $300 for a Lunar New Year celebration.

• Ratify State of Emergency declaration for Jan 25 2026
• Approve payment of bills for the period ______
• Amend Ordinance 2026 to include Madison Avenue lot parking
• Adopt Resolution 2026 recognizing National Public Schools Week
• Approve up to $500 for Black History Month Celebration on 2/28/26

The council voted to ratify the State of Emergency declaration for January 25, 2026. It also adopted resolutions recognizing National Public Schools Week and National Bike Month, and approved modest budgets for Black History Month and Lunar New Year celebrations. A motion to amend the parking ordinance to include the Madison Avenue lot was approved after a split vote. Finally, the council authorized payment of all bills for the period Jan 21‑Feb 3, 2026.

• Ratified State of Emergency declaration (unanimous)
• Adopted National Public Schools Week resolution (unanimous)
• Adopted National Bike Month resolution (unanimous)
• Approved $500 for Black History Month Celebration (unanimous)
• Approved $300 for Lunar New Year Celebration (vote split, passed)
• Amended parking ordinance to include Madison Avenue lot (vote split, passed)
• Approved payment of bills for Jan 21‑Feb 3, 2026 (unanimous)
• Suspended and then resumed Robert’s Rules of Order (both unanimous)

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The Lansdowne Environment, Parks, and Trees Committee will review the 2025 accomplishments, discuss a proposed single-use plastic bag ordinance, and examine plans for Rap Curry Park, Hoffman Park, and Gateway Slope Park. The meeting also includes an interview with Mikey Ruda for an EAC vacancy.

• Review of 2025 accomplishments
• Proposed single-use plastic bag ordinance
• Natural Lands Trust plans for Hoffman Park
• Natural Lands Trust recommendation for Green Stormwater Infrastructure at Gateway Slope Park
• Interview with Mikey Ruda for EAC/P&R/Shade Tree vacancy

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The Environment, Parks, and Trees Committee will discuss a proposed single-use plastic bag ordinance and review 2026 priorities for the Comprehensive Plan. The body is also considering a resolution opposing an LNG terminal in Eddystone and evaluating usage rules for Hoffman Park.

• Proposed single-use plastic bag ordinance
• Resolution opposing LNG terminal in Eddystone
• EV charging stations at Veterans Landing
• Green Stormwater Infrastructure recommendations for Gateway Slope Park
• Discussion on swimming and bathing permissions at Hoffman Park

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The Community Development and Recreation Committee will review several resolutions, including flag‑raising for the Semiquincentennial, Irish‑American Heritage Month, and a proposal establishing a borough process for community groups to request flag displays and use borough resources. The committee will also consider a resolution supporting National Bike Month and potential partners for a Lansdowne bike ride. A forum on sexual‑abuse survivor issues is scheduled, followed by public comment.

• Resolution for Irish‑American Heritage Month flag‑raising
• Resolution celebrating Semiquincentennial flag‑raising July 5‑19
• Proposal for borough process to approve flag‑raising requests and resource use by community groups
• National Bike Month Resolution and discussion of Lansdowne Bike Ride partners (Bike Delco, LBPA, Delaware County Transport Management Association, community sponsors)
• Sexual Abuse Survivor forum

The committee tabled the proposed process for flag‑raising and use of borough resources by community groups. It agreed to add an item for future discussion about posting Black History Month and Women’s History Month content on the borough website. The borough passed a resolution stating that no religious flags may be displayed on borough property.

• Tabled discussion of borough flag‑raising process and resource use
• Agreed to set an addendum to discuss website content for Black History and Women’s History months at a future meeting
• Passed resolution prohibiting religious flags on borough property

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The Lansdowne Youth Committee will review several ongoing projects, including a flyer for the Black History Month essay contest, updates on lead and internet safety forums, and a proposal for an antisemitism forum in May. New business includes resolutions for National Public Schools Week, National Bike Month, a bike ride partnership, Irish-American Heritage Month flag‑raising, and a flag‑raising celebration of the United States Semiquincentennial in July. The meeting will also include public comment and an executive session.

• Resolution for National Public Schools Week presentation at February council meeting
• Resolution for National Bike Month (May)
• Resolution for Irish-American Heritage Month flag‑raising
• Resolution for Semiquincentennial U.S. flag‑raising July 5‑19
• Proposal for antisemitism forum in May with PHRC and other partners

Boards and Commissions

The Lansdowne Human Relations Commission will meet to approve minutes, welcome new members, and discuss plans for an in-person open house and virtual events. The group will also review a social media strategy and a list of resources.

• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Welcome new commission members
• Planning March open house (in person)
• Developing social media strategy
• Discussing virtual events and resources

Borough Council Meetings

The council voted unanimously to amend the agenda to add a motion for funding MLK Day expenses. The minutes from the January 3, 2026 meeting were also approved unanimously. No other council actions were recorded at this meeting.

• Approved amendment to agenda to include MLK Day budget (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Jan 3, 2026 meeting (unanimous)

Boards and Commissions

The Lansdowne Public Library Board will discuss the completion timeline and finalization of its 2025 Board Goals and Strategic Plan. The meeting also includes a Treasurer's report on December bills and a plan to mail Annual Membership Solicitation letters in January. Reminders are given for upcoming DCLS volunteer needs and a DCLS Breakfast event.

• Review Plan completion timeline for 2025 Board Goals and Strategic Plan
• Discussion to finalize the 2025 Board Goals and Strategic Plan
• Treasurer's report on December bills
• Annual Membership Solicitation letters to be mailed in January
• Volunteer reminder for DCLS meeting (Feb 19) and DCLS Breakfast (Mar 6)

Boards and Commissions

The Lansdowne Parks and Recreation Board will review minutes from November and December, discuss ongoing trash issues at Hoffman Park, and approve a cleanup event at Gateway Slope scheduled for February 7, 2026.

• Approve minutes from November and December meetings
• Approve agenda for January 20, 2026 meeting
• Gateway Slope cleanup scheduled for February 7, 2026
• Trash issues at Hoffman Park to be discussed
• Sycamore Park mulch spreading to be discussed

The Parks and Recreation Board approved the meeting agenda and the November and December minutes. No other substantive actions, approvals, or denials were recorded. The board discussed various park maintenance topics but did not make formal decisions.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved November and December minutes (unanimous)

Boards and Commissions

The Environmental Advisory Council will approve November and December meeting minutes, hear brief reports from the Borough Council and other boards, and discuss several initiatives for 2026. Items include a presentation on extreme weather pre‑adaptation, planning for the Bioblitz at Rap Curry Park Woodland Trail and the Lansdowne Earth Festival, and a proposed LNG resolution. The council will also consider goals such as a plastic bag ban, responsible lighting ordinance, library eco‑renovation, and converting borough vehicles to electric.

• Approval of November and December meeting minutes
• Presentation: Extreme weather pre‑adaptation (Howard Sherman)
• Earth Celebration planning: Bioblitz at Rap Curry Park Woodland Trail and Lansdowne Earth Festival (Oct 3)
• LNG resolution — Howard
• Goals for 2026: plastic bag ban, borough lighting ordinance, library eco‑renovation, electric vehicle study

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The Lansdowne Youth Committee meeting will discuss several resolutions and public‑education events. Items include a Lead‑Free Promise Resolution, a Lead Safety Forum with public schools, and a forum with the District Attorney’s Office on children’s internet safety. The committee will also review cultural and historical observances such as the Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration and the International Holocaust Remembrance Resolution.

• Lead‑Free Promise Resolution and Materials
• Lead Safety Forum with Public Schools: Prevention and Remediation
• Forum with District Attorney’s Office on Children’s Safety on the Internet
• International Holocaust Remembrance and Education Resolution
• Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The Economic Development Committee will review reports and updates on several initiatives, including the CDBG program, building permits, a streetscape grant, the Hoffman Park pedestrian bridge, the TOPS grant, and a pedestrian walkway on N Lansdowne Ave. New business items include a 2025 year‑in‑review, code enforcement matters, and tax mailer inclusion. The meeting will conclude with public comment before adjourning.

• Streetscape Grant
• Hoffman Park pedestrian bridge
• Pedestrian Highland Lot walkway to N Lansdowne Ave
• TOPS Grant
• 2025 Year in Review

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The Infrastructure, Codes, and Public Works Committee will hear updates on capital projects, code summaries, problem properties, facility issues, and recent code revisions. The committee will also discuss roadway matters, sanitation services, and alignment with the borough’s comprehensive plan. Public comment periods are scheduled for several agenda items. The meeting will conclude with open discussion.

• Capital Projects Update
• Code Summary and Property Maintenance Code Update
• 2021 International Codes Update
• Roadway discussion
• Sanitation services (trash, recycling, yard waste)

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The Finance and Administration Committee will hear the Treasurer’s preliminary 2026 budget report prior to its presentation to the full council. The committee will also discuss tracking of revenue sources, including parking fee collection, ambulance service fee generation, and a grant monitoring system. Staffing levels and salary figures will be reviewed, followed by public comment before adjournment.

• Preliminary 2026 budget Treasurer’s Report
• Parking fee revenue and collection methods
• Ambulance service monthly revenue and fee generation
• Grant monitoring system proposal
• Administration staffing and salary numbers

The committee reviewed the treasurer's report for Jan‑Nov 2025 and confirmed the 2025 close‑out is proceeding without issue. It also examined staffing numbers by department. New business items were limited to plans to review parking fee revenue, ambulance service revenue, and to track grant applications. No approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The Health & Public Safety Committee will review updates on metered parking and ambulance service costs. The body is considering a resolution to join the Lead-Free Coalition and proposing forums on lead prevention, internet safety, and human trafficking.

• Resolution to join the Lead-Free Coalition
• Proposal for Lead-Free Community Forum with Delaware County Health Department and others
• Proposal for Internet Safety Forum for Children
• Proposal for Human Trafficking Awareness Forum
• Updates on metered parking, Highland Avenue Lot, and Madison Avenue Parking Lot

The Health & Public Safety Committee did not approve any measures but made several decisions. It agreed to have the Borough Solicitor review the Lead‑Free Coalition resolution presented by Councilmember Hover. The committee also agreed to invite Guillermo Lopez to present on the Cops and Community program at a future meeting.

• Committee agreed to have Borough Solicitor review Lead‑Free Coalition resolution
• Committee agreed to invite Guillermo Lopez for Cops and Community presentation

Borough Council Meetings

The council will vote on a Community Development Block Grant application that requests $149,000 with a $15,000 borough match for streetscape improvements on South Lansdowne Avenue, and $250,000 with a $25,000 match for street repairs on Scottdale Road and in Gladstone Manor. They will also consider hiring Nicholas Benoit as a full‑time police officer and will accept the resignations of Dana Robinson and Heather Cronan from the Environmental Advisory Council, appointing Kelly Wardle and Christine Dubois‑Buxbaum as co‑chairs. Additional routine items include approval of bills and other reports.

• CDBG application: $149,000 request + $15,000 borough match for South Lansdowne Avenue streetscape improvements
• CDBG application: $250,000 request + $25,000 borough match for street repairs on Scottdale Road and Gladstone Manor
• Motion to hire Nicholas Benoit as a full‑time police officer
• Acceptance of resignations of Dana Robinson and Heather Cronan from the Environmental Advisory Council
• Appointment of Kelly Wardle and Christine Dubois‑Buxbaum as co‑chairs of the Environmental Advisory Council

The borough council unanimously approved hiring Nicholas Benoit as a full‑time police officer. It also approved two Community Development Block Grant applications for streetscape improvements and road repairs, accepted two resignations from the Environmental Advisory Council, appointed new co‑chairs for that council, and agreed to plan an MLK Day event. All actions were voted unanimously.

• Hired Nicholas Benoit as full-time police officer (unanimous)
• Approved CDBG application for streetscape improvements $149,000 (unanimous)
• Approved CDBG application for street repairs $250,000 (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Heather Cronan from Environmental Advisory Council (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Dana Robinson from Environmental Advisory Council (unanimous)
• Appointed Kelly Wardle and Christine Dubois‑Buxbaum as co‑chairs of Environmental Advisory Council (unanimous)
• Planned, organized and advertised an MLK Day event (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills for the period (unanimous)

Borough Council Committee Meetings

The Environment, Parks, and Trees Committee discussed the single‑use plastic bag ordinance, nominated Mikey Ruda to fill an EAC vacancy, and proposed the Great Backyard Bird Count, but recorded no formal approvals, denials, or votes. It assigned multiple action items to members for further work and future council consideration.

Borough Council Meetings

The Borough Council is meeting to swear in officials and nominate leadership positions. The body will vote on appointments for borough staff and five resolutions regarding operations and governance. A memorandum of understanding with East Lansdowne regarding emergency management is also on the agenda.

• Nominations for Council President and Vice President
• Appointments for Borough Solicitor, Engineer, Secretary, Treasurer, and Manager
• Resolution 2026-01 regarding meeting schedules
• Resolution 2026-02 related to DEI, committees, and liaisons
• Memorandum of Understanding with East Lansdowne regarding emergency management

The council filled the vacant seat by appointing John Green, approving Resolution 2026-06 unanimously. It also adopted six resolutions covering council meeting schedules, DEI and a new youth committee, boards and commissions, public‑meeting practices, and bank accounts. The borough approved a memorandum of understanding with East Lansdowne for emergency management and made several officer appointments.

• Approved Resolution 2026-06 appointing John Green as council member (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2026-01 regarding borough council meetings and schedules (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2026-02 related to DEI, council committees and new Youth Committee (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2026-03 related to boards and commissions (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2026-04 regarding practices for public meetings and guidelines for elected officials (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2026-05 regarding bank accounts (unanimous)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with East Lansdowne on emergency management (unanimous)
• Appointed Borough Solicitor Robert Scott (unanimous)