Malvern, Pennsylvania
Upcoming
Borough Council
The Malvern Borough Council will vote on motions including an escrow release for the 155 Channing Avenue subdivision and adoption of a DROP ordinance amending the police pension plan. The council will also consider new ordinances imposing truck length restrictions and regulating food trucks, authorize a review of zoning and subdivision ordinance amendments, and discuss items such as the trash and recycling RFP, paving program, streambank stabilization, and handicap ramp construction.
- Motion to approve escrow release of $60,163.05 for Little Ranch Partners LLC at 155 Channing Avenue subdivision
- Adoption of Ordinance 2026-02 (DROP) amending the Malvern Borough Police Pension, Death and Disability Plan
- Consideration of Ordinance 2026-03 imposing truck length restrictions on certain streets
- Consideration of Ordinance 2026-04 establishing food truck regulations
- Authorize Act 247 review of proposed amendments to Zoning Ordinance and Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance
Recent meetings
Planning Commission
The Malvern Borough Planning Commission will hear unfinished business on proposed amendments to the Zoning Ordinance and the Subdivision & Land Development Ordinance, as well as a discussion of the Duffryn Mawr project. The meeting is open in person and via Zoom.
- Unfinished business: Malvern Borough Zoning Ordinance amendments
- Unfinished business: Malvern Borough Subdivision & Land Development Ordinance amendments
- Unfinished business: Duffryn Mawr project
- Review and approval of June 18, 2026 meeting minutes
- Public comment period
Parks and Recreation Committee
The Malvern Borough Parks and Recreation Committee will meet to accept the resignation of Lou Lanzalotto and discuss several upcoming events, including a Skyhawks sports camp, yoga/qigong, monthly game night, an adult movie night on July 24, and planning for Community Day on August 8. No votes on ordinances or spending are listed.
- Resignation of Lou Lanzalotto
- Discussion of Skyhawks sports camp
- Yoga/Qigong program
- Movie night for adults on July 24
- Community Day Planning for August 8
Finance and Administration Subcommittee
The Malvern Borough Finance and Administration Subcommittee will discuss a proposed ordinance to update the fee schedule for legal fees for liens. They will also review board rules of order, and consider unfinished business including a food truck ordinance, trash RFP packet, and dog ordinance. The subcommittee will approve minutes from May 21, 2026.
- Proposed ordinance to update fee schedule for legal fees for liens
- Review of Boards, Committees and Commission Rules of Order (similar to Resolution 840)
- Unfinished business: Food Truck Ordinance
- Unfinished business: Trash RFP packet
- Unfinished business: Dog Ordinance
Public Works Subcommittee
The Malvern Borough Public Works Sub-Committee will discuss new business including a Randolph Woods pump house and assessment, the Ophelia Rose Project Proposal, and pedestrian crossing lights. Old business includes properties at 135 Green Street and 39 Malvern Avenue, and a NEVI Charging Grant Proposal. The committee will also consider minutes from a previous meeting.
- NEVI Charging Grant Proposal discussion
- Randolph Woods Pump House and Assessment
- Ophelia Rose Project Proposal
- Pedestrian Crossing Lights
- Decorative Lights on King Street
Public Safety Subcommittee
The Malvern Borough Public Safety Subcommittee will discuss multiple proposed ordinances including traffic mitigation and signage, tampering with Borough property, domestic animals, and food trucks. They will also review traffic calming on Ruthland Avenue, parking restrictions, and crosswalk improvements. Public comment will be heard.
- Traffic mitigation and signage Ordinance (new business)
- Traffic Calming on Ruthland Avenue towards Randolph Woods
- Tampering with Borough Property Ordinance (new business)
- Domestic Animals Ordinance (old business)
- Food Truck Ordinance (old business)
Planning Commission
The Malvern Borough Planning Commission will hold a meeting on June 18, 2026, to discuss new business including the Joebry application at 101 Quaker Lane. They will also continue unfinished business on the Malvern Borough Zoning Ordinance and Subdivision & Land Development Ordinance Amendments, as well as the Duffryn Mawr project. The meeting includes review of prior minutes and public comment.
- Joebry application at 101 Quaker Lane
- Zoning Ordinance amendments
- Subdivision & Land Development Ordinance amendments
- Duffryn Mawr project discussion
- Review and approval of June 4, 2026 minutes
Borough Council
The Malvern Borough Council will vote on eliminating member contributions to the Police Pension Plan for 2026 and advertising an ordinance to extend the Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP) from 24 to 60 months. Other business includes appointing a Shade Tree Commission member, waiving park rental fees, selling two surplus vehicles, and awarding an architectural assessment contract.
- Appoint Jean Bitner to the Shade Tree Commission
- Authorize Resolution 897 to eliminate police pension member contributions for 2026
- Authorize advertisement of Ordinance 2026-02 extending DROP from 24 to 60 months
- Sell 2011 Ford F-350 and 2016 Ford F-550 via online auction
- Award J&M Preservation Studios for Randolph Woods Pump House architectural assessment
Shade Tree Commission
The commission will review spring and fall 2026 tree planting plans for King Street. The meeting also includes discussions on the Duffryn Mawr Landscaping Plan and consultations regarding 250 W. First Avenue.
- King Street Tree Planting updates
- Duffryn Mawr Landscaping Plan
- Consultation regarding 250 W. First Avenue
- Malvern Borough Zoning and Subdivision & Land Development Ordinance Amendments
- Tree Survey review
Environmental Advisory Council
The Environmental Advisory Council will discuss several ongoing initiatives including a native planting ordinance, dark skies efforts, and compost outreach. New business includes a review of amendments to the zoning and subdivision ordinance. The council will also review the upcoming Malvern Green Fest and Community Day events.
- Native planting ordinance
- Amended Zoning and Subdivision and Land Use Ordinance review
- Dark Skies initiative
- Compost outreach/expansion
- Malvern Green Fest event review
Historical Commission
The commission will hear updates on several projects including honoring Bill 'Grumpy' Jenkins, America 250 plans, the Paoli Battlefield ad hoc committee, and the historic ordinance. They will also discuss a Parks & Rec game night and review financials and prior minutes. Several public events are planned, including a root beer float social on June 20.
- Update on America 250 plans including town tour workshop on 5/16, walking tour on 5/30, root beer float social on 6/20
- Discussion of historic ordinance and preservation awards
- Update on Paoli Battlefield ad hoc committee
- Parks & Rec game night(s) as new business
- Financial update and approval of prior minutes
Paoli Battlefield Master Plan Ad Hoc Committee
The Paoli Battlefield Master Plan Ad Hoc Committee will meet to discuss updates on the Heritage Center location, design, and fundraising, as well as a new video and the Chester County Kiosk Program. A key item is an update on the National Historic Landmark status. The committee will also approve the agenda and prior meeting minutes.
- Update on Heritage Center location and design
- Update on Heritage Center fundraising
- Review of a new video
- Update on Chester County Kiosk Program
- Update on National Historic Landmark status
Planning Commission
The commission will discuss a land development waiver request for the Malvern Prep Sports Practice Bubble and consider the Duffryn Mawr project. Unfinished business includes proposed amendments to the Zoning Ordinance and Subdivision & Land Development Ordinance. The meeting also covers approval of minutes and public comment.
- Land development waiver request for Malvern Prep Sports Practice Bubble
- Duffryn Mawr project discussion
- Proposed amendments to the Zoning Ordinance
- Proposed amendments to the Subdivision & Land Development Ordinance
Parks and Recreation Committee
The Malvern Borough Parks and Recreation Committee will meet on June 3, 2026 to review a Master Parks Recreation Grant Application, plan Community Day, and discuss feedback from Malvern GreenFest. Other items include a movie night for adults, summer camp programming, and an update on the Tree City Application.
- Review and approve minutes from May 6, 2026
- Discussion of Master Parks Recreation Grant Application
- Planning for Community Day
- Feedback and lessons learned from Malvern GreenFest
- Update on Tree City Application
Borough Council
The Malvern Borough Council will hold a workshop meeting on June 2, 2026, to consider several business items, including a proposed Truck Restrictions Ordinance, the sale of two surplus trucks via online auction, and a recommendation to waive park rental fees for Malvern Jam Musicians. Subcommittees also reported on priority items such as trash contract updates, food truck ordinance, animal control, and the Randolph Woods Pump House architectural assessment.
- Consideration of Proposed Truck Restrictions Ordinance (item 6f)
- Sale of 2011 Ford F-350 and 2016 Ford F-550 by electronic online auction (items 6d, 6e)
- Resolution No. 896 appointing Borough Manager as administrator for Uniform and Non-Uniform Pension Plans (item 6c)
- Recommendation to award J&M Preservation Studios for Randolph Woods Pump House architectural assessment (item 6g)
- Consideration of park rental fee waiver for Malvern Jam Musicians (item 6b)
Public Safety Subcommittee
The Malvern Borough Public Safety Sub-Committee will meet on June 1, 2026, to review several new ordinances and ongoing public safety initiatives. Members will discuss proposed rules for traffic mitigation, domestic animals, and food trucks, alongside parking restrictions near Burke Park and activity limits at Borough Hall. The committee will also continue work on deer management, a public safety communications plan, and crosswalk improvements with Willistown.
- Traffic mitigation and signage Ordinance
- Domestic Animals Ordinance
- Food Truck Ordinance
- Parking along the South side of Burke Park restriction
- No Loitering, Skateboarding, Bicycling at Borough Hall
Public Works Subcommittee
The Public Works Subcommittee will review and potentially approve April 2026 meeting minutes, then discuss several new-business items including the Randolph Woods pump house, pedestrian crossing lights, properties at 135 Green Street and 39 Malvern Avenue, and a NEVI charging grant proposal presented by Nicole Whitaker and John Yurick. Old business includes updates on the GIS system and installation of new trash cans. A public comment period is scheduled.
- NEVI Charging Grant Proposal – Nicole Whitaker/John Yurick
- Randolph Woods Pump House discussion
- Pedestrian Crossing Lights discussion
- 135 Green Street and 39 Malvern Avenue property items
- GIS System and New Trash Cans Installation (old business)
Planning Commission
The Malvern Borough Planning Commission is discussing a comprehensive set of amendments to the Zoning Ordinance and Subdivision & Land Development Ordinance (SALDO), developed over 22 task force meetings and 4 public workshops. The changes include new residential districts, allowance of accessory dwelling units (ADUs), updated commercial district regulations, and enhanced design standards. The commission will also review the Parks, Recreation, Trails & Open Space Master Plan. Several pending development projects are noted with no action expected at this meeting.
- Proposed Zoning Ordinance and SALDO amendments including new R-8 residential district, ADU provisions, and commercial district updates with increased building heights (up to 65 feet/5 stories by conditional use north of rail line)
- Review of Malvern Borough Parks, Recreation, Trails & Open Space Master Plan
- New application: Joebry at 100 Quaker Lane — no review complete yet
- Duffryn Mawr application submitted but administratively incomplete; no EBWA review yet
- Heritage Center project awaiting PMA decisions on building location
Finance and Administration Subcommittee
The Malvern Borough Finance and Administration Subcommittee will meet to discuss administrative updates, including a hardship request for the Burke Parke Summer rental and a $1,897.88 cost overrun on the Theurkauf bill for Malvern/Paoli Memorial over original budget. The committee will also vote on approving the April 16, 2026, meeting minutes.
- $1,897.88 cost overrun on Theurkauf bill for Malvern/Paoli Memorial project
- Hardship request for Burke Parke Summer rental
- Approve April 16, 2026, meeting minutes
Borough Council
Malvern Borough Council will consider two major items: approving a grant application to the Commonwealth Financing Authority for a Park and Recreation Master Plan, and authorizing the sale of 209 Old Lincoln Highway via sealed bids. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and reports, as well as public comment.
- Resolution No. 895 to submit grant application for Park and Recreation Master Plan under GTRP
- Authorize sale of 209 Old Lincoln Highway by sealed bids
- Approval of minutes from April 21 and May 5, 2026 meetings
- Approval of Treasurer's Report and sub-committee reports
Shade Tree Commission
The Shade Tree Commission will review spring planting plans for King Street and discuss infrastructure calculations from Dan Daley. They also address tree removal requests at 57 Ruthland Avenue, 215 Broad Street, and a new request at 201 Jennings Lane. Other items include Spring BRT reporting, Tree City Designation update, and financial status.
- King Street Tree Planting 2026 — update on spring planting and infrastructure calculations from Dan Daley
- Spring BRT Planting — discussion of reporting requirements
- Tree removal requests: 57 Ruthland Avenue, 215 Broad Street, and new request at 201 Jennings Lane
- Tree City Designation — update on meeting with Sylvie MacKenzie
- Finances and Green Fest planning
Environmental Advisory Council
The Malvern Borough Environmental Advisory Council will discuss several unfinished business items including the Malvern Green Fest event, Paoli Battlefield, lawn and garden maintenance, compost outreach and expansion, a native planting ordinance, Borough Hall gardens, proposed Borough meadows, and the Bird Town update. New business includes a Dark Skies initiative. The council will consider approval of minutes from April 9, 2026, and hear public comment.
- Malvern Green Fest event update
- Paoli Battlefield update
- Native planting ordinance discussion
- Dark Skies initiative (new business)
- Compost outreach and expansion
Historical Commission
The Malvern Borough Historical Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss ongoing projects and updates. Items include honoring Bill "Grumpy" Jenkins, planning for America 250 events (town tour workshop on May 16, walking tour on May 30, root beer float social), a Paoli Battlefield ad hoc committee, the historic ordinance, and preservation awards. The commission will also review financial updates and approve prior meeting minutes.
- America 250 plans: town tour workshop May 16, walking tour May 30, root beer float social
- Historic Ordinance update
- Preservation Awards discussion
- Paoli Battlefield ad hoc committee update
- Honoring Bill "Grumpy" Jenkins project
Paoli Battlefield Master Plan Ad Hoc Committee
The Paoli Battlefield Master Plan Ad Hoc Committee meets to discuss updates on the Heritage Center location and design, review estimated costs for key plan elements, and hear reports on the Chester County Kiosk Program and fundraising status. No new business or votes are scheduled; the agenda consists of updates and discussion items.
- Update on Paoli Memorial Association meeting regarding Heritage Center location and design
- Review of estimated cost for key elements of the Master Plan
- Update on Chester County Kiosk Program
- Status of Paoli Memorial Association fundraising
Parks and Recreation Committee
The Malvern Borough Parks and Recreation Committee is meeting on May 6, 2026, to discuss new business including Quann Park and Mother's Day, and unfinished business such as GreenFest planning, an adult movie night, and summer camp. No votes or formal actions are specified on the agenda.
- Quann Park discussion
- Mother's Day event planning
- Malvern GreenFest planning for May 16
- Adult movie night scheduled for July 24
- Summer camp planning for July 13 to August 3
Borough Council
At its workshop meeting, the Malvern Borough Council will discuss a proposed traffic mitigation and signage ordinance targeting truck traffic, a request from Ophelia Rose Properties for access across a municipal parking lot, and the potential sale of 209 Old Lincoln Highway. The council will also consider applying for a state grant for a park and recreation master plan. No final votes are expected; items are for discussion.
- Proposed Traffic Mitigation and Signage Ordinance (Truck Traffic)
- Request from Ophelia Rose Properties for ingress/egress across municipal parking lot at Church St. and East King St.
- Consideration of sale of 209 Old Lincoln Highway via sealed bids or auction
- Application to Commonwealth Financing Authority for Park and Recreation Master Plan grant
Zoning and Subdivision and Land Development Task Force
The Task Force will discuss a proposed sliding scale for residential building heights that would allow taller structures with increased side yard setbacks. They will also consider revised residential district boundaries based on lot size analysis, including new subdistricts. In the TC-2 district, they will debate maximum building heights and a possible requirement for additional public parking for taller buildings. Finally, they will discuss reducing the Zoning Hearing Board notification radius from 500 to 150 feet.
- Sliding scale for residential building heights with additional side yard setbacks
- Revised residential district boundaries (e.g., R-3a/R-3b, R-4 east/west of Warren Ave., cluster developments)
- TC-2 district: conditional use max height of 50 feet/4 stories with 10-foot stepback
- Proposed 25% additional public parking requirement for buildings over 35 feet in TC-2
- ZHB notification radius reduction from 500 to 150 feet, varying by district type
Public Works Subcommittee
The committee will review new business including a Public Works Garage Proposal by Linn Architects and various borough hall updates. Discussion items also include street lights, storm sewer management, and new vehicles or equipment.
- Public Works Garage Proposal by Linn Architects
- Borough Hall Elevator and HVAC System updates
- New Public Works Employees: Timothy “Tim” and Vincenzo “Vinny”
- Storm Sewer System Management
- Pedestrian Crossing Lights
Zoning Hearing Board
The Malvern Zoning Hearing Board will hold public hearings on two variance applications. The first seeks off-street parking relief for a proposed Heritage Center at 404 Monument Avenue. The second involves multiple variances for a new building at 232 E. King Street. The board may render decisions on both applications.
- Paoli Memorial Association seeks variances from Sections 220-2301.E.(2)(d)[2] and 2501.D.(7) for off-street parking at 404 Monument Avenue
- Ophelia Rose Properties, LLC seeks variances for an upper-floor dwelling unit, buffering, screening, and parking design at 232 E. King Street
- Ophelia Rose also requests a variance from Section 220-2803 for technical application plan requirements
Public Safety Subcommittee
The Malvern Borough Public Safety Subcommittee will meet on April 27, 2026, to discuss traffic mitigation, deer management, and the renaming of the road to the firehouse after former firefighter Joe Lebresco. Old business includes a railing on Bridge St bridge, a public safety communications plan, and snow plowing prioritization. The subcommittee will also consider crosswalk improvements in collaboration with Willistown.
- Discussion of renaming road to firehouse after Joe Lebresco (GPS shows Lebresco Way)
- Traffic mitigation and signage
- Deer management
- Walkability: crosswalk improvements – possible collaboration with Willistown
- Railing on Bridge St bridge
Borough Council
At the April 21 regular meeting, Malvern Borough Council will vote on Ordinance No. 2026-01 to amend the Borough Administrative Code regarding the Joint Board of Appeals. They will also consider Resolution No. 894 declaring Local Government Week and discuss the Borough solicitor's attendance at a Zoning Hearing Board meeting for the Paoli Memorial Association's Heritage Center Development.
- Ordinance No. 2026-01 amending subsection 28-25.J of the Borough Administrative Code to expand the Joint Board of Appeals jurisdiction
- Resolution No. 894 declaring April 20-24, 2026, as Local Government Week
- Motion to authorize solicitor attendance at Zoning Hearing Board on April 27 for the Paoli Memorial Association's Heritage Center Development
Shade Tree Commission
The Malvern Shade Tree Commission will review and discuss updates on the King Street tree planting for 2026, including infrastructure calculations. Other items include Spring BRT planting, finances for the Tree City application, and a new business item regarding 307 Monument Avenue.
- Review and approve meeting minutes from January 27, 2026
- King Street tree planting update with infrastructure calculations from Dan Daley
- Spring BRT planting planning update
- Finances update and data requirements for Tree City application
- New business: discussion of 307 Monument Avenue
Finance and Administration Subcommittee
The Malvern Borough Finance and Administration Subcommittee will meet to approve March meeting minutes and discuss several administrative items. New business includes review of proposed summer hours for the administrative office, a request for proposals for trash services, food truck regulations, an agreement with BVSPCA, updates to the administrative code for committees, and a dumpster agreement with Landmark Condo Association. Public comment will be taken.
- Approve minutes of March 19, 2026 meeting
- Discuss RFP for trash services
- Consider administrative office summer hours
- Review agreement for dumpsters with Landmark Condo Association
- Discuss food truck regulations
Historical Commission
The Malvern Borough Historical Commission will meet to discuss unfinished business including project updates on honoring Bill 'Grumpy' Jenkins, America 250 plans, the Paoli Battlefield ad hoc committee, and the Historic Ordinance. Commissioners will also review a financial update and approve previous meeting minutes. Public comment will be accepted.
- Discuss honoring Bill 'Grumpy' Jenkins
- Review America 250 plans for the Historical Commission
- Update on Paoli Battlefield ad hoc committee
- Discuss the Historic Ordinance
- Review History Center updates
Paoli Battlefield Master Plan Ad Hoc Committee
The Paoli Battlefield Master Plan Ad Hoc Committee will review results from the PMA Board regarding the proposed Paoli Memorial Grounds Master Plan, along with cost estimates for each key element. Updates will also be provided on the Heritage Center, Chester County Kiosk Program, fundraising efforts, and National Historic Landmark status.
- Results from PMA Board review of proposed Paoli Memorial Grounds Master Plan
- Theurkauf Associates review of estimated cost for each key element in the PMG Master Plan
- Status update on Heritage Center
- Update on Chester County Kiosk Program and fundraising (local events & Broadcaster)
- National Historic Landmark status update
Environmental Advisory Council
The Malvern Borough Environmental Advisory Council will meet to discuss several unfinished business items, including a native planting ordinance, compost outreach expansion, and proposed borough meadows. New business is not specified. The council will also review upcoming events such as a migratory bird walk and Green Fest. Public comment will be heard.
- Discussion of native planting ordinance
- Compost outreach/expansion
- Proposed Borough meadows
- Malvern Green Fest event planning
- Paoli Battlefield update
Borough Council
The Borough Council is reviewing a proposed ordinance to expand the jurisdiction of the Joint Board of Appeals. Additionally, the council will consider declaring April 20-24, 2026, as Local Government Week.
- Ordinance No. 2026-01 regarding Joint Board of Appeals jurisdiction
- Resolution No. 894 declaring Local Government Week (April 20-24, 2026)
- Letter of Understanding for financial technical assistance from DCED