Media public meetings in 2025

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council will consider several financial actions, including setting the 2026 millage rate and adopting the FY 2026 General, Capital, Liquid Fuels, and Recreation budgets. The meeting also includes a grant application for a comprehensive bicycle plan and a proposed sale of an easement at 630 S. Ridley Creek Road. Additional items involve a capital improvement plan for 2026‑2030 and various appointments and contracts.

• Resolution #2025-42: Grant application to Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission’s Travel Options Program for a comprehensive bicycle plan
• Sale of easement at 630 S. Ridley Creek Road
• Resolution #2025-43: Setting the 2026 Millage Rate
• Adoption of the Final FY 2026 General, Capital, Liquid Fuels and Recreation budgets
• Adoption of the FY 2026‑2030 Capital Improvement Plan

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee meeting will include public comment and reports from the mayor, police, and fire departments. Topics include updates on body‑camera and street‑camera programs, EMS information, and mass‑gathering permits. The committee will also discuss the Brandywine Veterinary Hospital contract and consider a potential new Civil Service Committee member.

• Public comment
• Mass gathering permits
• Police Department body‑camera and street‑camera updates
• Fire Department EMS updates
• Brandywine Veterinary Hospital contract

Borough Council

The Borough Council will review the 2026 General, Capital, Liquid Fuels, and Recreation budgets. Members will also consider the 2026 millage rate and the FY 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan.

• Consideration of Resolution #2024-xx setting the 2026 Millage Rate
• Consideration of sale of easement at 630 S. Ridley Creek Road
• Zoning hearing board application for 204 West Street
• Contract renewal with Brandywine Veterinary Hospital for stray dog boarding
• Mass gathering permit for Media Farmers Market for the 2026 calendar year

Zoning Hearing Board

The Media Borough Zoning Hearing Board will review a variance application for a property in the R-2 District. The applicant is seeking exceptions to side yard setback and building height requirements.

• Variance request for 500 North Olive Street to permit a 0 ft side yard setback instead of 5 ft
• Variance request for 500 North Olive Street to permit a 35-ft building height with a gambrel roof

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider two zoning applications. Alexander Flint seeks variances for 204 West Street and Parks Edge Lane to enlarge an accessory dwelling unit, avoid a driveway on steep slopes, and allow ground‑floor parking. Henry Davis will discuss an accessory dwelling unit at 430 E. Jefferson Street. The meeting also includes routine items such as public comment and committee reports.

• Alexander Flint: variances for 204 West Street/Parks Edge Lane to enlarge ADU >800 sf, avoid driveway on steep slopes, and allow ground‑floor parking
• Henry Davis: discussion of accessory dwelling unit at 430 E. Jefferson Street
• Public comment period
• Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee report
• Council Liaison report

Recreation Board

The Recreation Board will approve the previous meeting minutes and receive committee updates. It will discuss holiday event plans and adopt the 2026 activity calendar. New business includes considering prospective board members and holding elections for the 2026 board.

• Approval of minutes from the prior meeting
• Holiday decorating contest
• Santa event
• Prospective new Recreation Board members
• 2026 Recreation Board elections

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee will consider the ZHB application for 204 West Street. It will also discuss proposed clarifications to the accessory dwelling unit (ADU) ordinance. Finally, the committee will receive updates from the district court.

• 204 West Street ZHB application
• Proposed ADU ordinance clarifications
• District court updates

Borough Council

The Borough Council will consider the adoption of the preliminary 2026 General, Capital, Liquid Fuels, and Recreation budgets. The meeting includes votes on a residential parking program and a ban on polystyrene plastic bags.

• Adoption of Preliminary 2026 General, Capital, Liquid Fuels and Recreation budgets
• Ordinance No. 1176 of 2025 to ban polystyrene in the plastic bag ordinance
• Ordinance No. 1175 of 2025 regarding the Residential Parking Program
• Clear Gov annual renewal for 2026 ($5,500), 2027 ($6,695), and 2028 ($6,895.85)
• Zoning Hearing Board Application for 500 N Olive Street

The borough council approved the 2026 Preliminary General, Capital, Liquid Fuels and Recreation budgets. It also adopted Ordinance No. 1175 amending the Residential Parking Program and Ordinance No. 1176 adding a polystyrene ban to the plastic bag ordinance. Additional actions included approving a grant for Barrall Tennis Court rehabilitation, ratifying bill payments totaling $2,357,105.72, and authorizing mass‑gathering permits for the Halloween Parade and Lunar New Year Lion Dance.

• Approved 2026 Preliminary General, Capital, Liquid Fuels and Recreation budgets (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1175 amending Residential Parking Program (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1176 adding polystyrene ban to plastic bag ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #2025-41 for grant to rehabilitate Barrall Tennis Court and improve stormwater (unanimous)
• Ratified payment of bills totaling $2,357,105.72 across General, Recreation, Capital and Liquid Fuels funds (unanimous)
• Approved mass gathering permit for Halloween Parade (unanimous)
• Approved mass gathering permit for Lunar New Year Lion Dance on Feb 21, 2026 (unanimous)
• Authorized submission of a letter of intent to DCED for a multi‑municipal EMS authority (unanimous)

Properties and Public Works Committee

The Properties and Public Works Committee will discuss proposals for a no‑smoking area in Plum St Park, a bench at Manchester Ave/State St, an outdoor gym, and foul‑ball netting at Barral Field.

• Consider a no‑smoking area in Plum St Park
• Consider installing a bench at Manchester Ave/State St
• Consider building an outdoor gym
• Consider adding foul‑ball netting at Barral Field

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the borough’s October 2025 financial statements, discuss the proposed 2026 budget, and consider a non‑profit donation policy. The agenda also provides time for any old business before adjourning.

• Review October 2025 financial statements
• Discuss 2026 budget proposal
• Consider non‑profit donation policy
• Old business (unspecified items)

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee is meeting to discuss traffic calming measures at Front and Monroe. The body will also receive an update on the flashing beacon at 5th Street and Providence Road.

• Front and Monroe traffic calming
• 5th Street and Providence Road Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon update
• Traffic calming announcement

Environmental Advisory Council

The Environmental Advisory Council will vote on a polystyrene ban ordinance and discuss a tree canopy study showing Media Borough lost more than 15% of its canopy since 2010. The group will also review a grant application for stormwater repairs at Barrall Field tennis courts.

• Vote on Polystyrene/Black Propylene Plastic Ordinance
• Stormwater repairs at Barrall Field tennis courts (LSA grant application)
• PECO tree removal clarification and tree canopy study
• Community Choice Aggregation and Pennsylvania Energy Plan Collaborative
• Air Quality Monitor purchase and installation

Recreation Board

The Recreation Board will approve the previous meeting minutes, discuss the budget balance, review plans for holiday events such as the decorating contest, Santa event, and Winter Solstice, and consider the proposed 2026 calendar of programs. No decisions beyond routine approvals are indicated.

• Approval of minutes from the prior meeting
• Budget balance review
• Holiday events plan review (decorating contest, Santa event, Winter Solstice)
• Adoption of the 2026 recreation calendar

Borough Council

Borough Council will discuss the preliminary 2026 General, Capital, Liquid Fuels, and Recreation budgets. The meeting includes reviews of zoning applications, new ordinances, and various contract renewals.

• Preliminary 2026 General, Capital, Liquid Fuels and Recreation budgets
• Clear Gov annual renewal: $5,500 (2026), $6,695 (2027), and $6,895.85 (2028)
• Zoning hearing board applications for 500 N Olive Street and 430 E. Jefferson Street
• Proposed ordinances for a Residential Parking Program, grease traps, and a polystyrene ban
• Local Share Account grant application for Barrall Field renovations

The Media Borough Council held a workshop meeting on November 6, 2025. Council members discussed topics such as the Community Choice Aggregation opt‑in program, utility tree removals, a regional EMS authority, and a fire‑company EMS contract, but no formal votes or approvals were recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 8:07 p.m. by a motion of Councilperson Herman.

• Motion to adjourn adopted (unanimous)

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission will review PECO‑marked trees on North Orange Street and evaluate a large tree that is affecting the sidewalk at 205‑207 South Avenue. Commissioners will discuss the relationship between trees and sidewalks and consider an update to tree signage. The meeting also includes a period for public comment and a resident request for a tree evaluation ride‑around.

• PECO marked trees – North Orange Street site visit
• Large tree/sidewalk issue at 205‑207 South Avenue
• Discussion of trees versus sidewalks
• Tree sign update
• Resident request for tree evaluation and ride‑around

Planning Commission

The Media Borough Planning Commission will meet to discuss zoning applications for two residential properties. The commission will review requests for setback and roof pitch relief at 500 N Olive Street and an ADU size increase at 430 E. Jefferson St.

• 500 N Olive Street: Request for 0’0” side yard setback and gambrel style roof pitch
• 430 E. Jefferson St: Request to allow an 800sf ADU where 400sf is allowed
• Comp Plan Steering Committee report

Community Development Committee

The committee will discuss a matter regarding 500 N Olive Street and review the outcomes of the October 23, 2025, Zoning Hearing Board meeting. The group will also discuss Hometown Hero Banners.

• Review of 500 N Olive Street
• Recap of 10/23/25 Zoning Hearing Board meeting
• Discussion of Hometown Hero Banners

Public Safety Committee

The committee will review mass gathering permits and receive reports from the Mayor, Police, and Fire departments. Members will discuss a letter of intent to the DCED to join an intermunicipal study for establishing a Municipal Authority for emergency services.

• Halloween Parade permit for State St., Edgemont St., Orange St., Front St., and Veteran's Square on 10/25
• Lunar New Year Lion Dance permit for State St. in front of Plum St. Mall on 2/21/26
• Police Department updates on body cameras and street cameras
• Discussion of DCED letter of intent for an emergency services Municipal Authority

Zoning Hearing Board

The Zoning Hearing Board will review two variance applications. The first seeks to allow a building coverage ratio of 39.8% at 508 North Olive Street, exceeding the 35% limit for the R‑2 district. The second seeks variances for 321‑323 West Front Street to permit seven micro‑flat units and end‑on‑end parking for residential use in the O Office District. No other business is listed.

• Variance for 508 North Olive St (Map No. 26-01-162) to raise building coverage to 39.8% in R‑2 district (Section 311.B-31)
• Variance for 321‑323 West Front St (Parcel ID 26-04-216) to allow seven micro‑flat units (Section 311.B-49.B) and end‑on‑end parking for residential use (Section 311.E-32.J) in O Office District

Properties and Public Works Committee

The Properties and Public Works Committee will discuss an analysis of the borough's compost program. It will consider the rent arrangement for the Media Alkathon event. The committee will also review the license agreement for the Sunday AA meeting.

• Compost Program Analysis
• Media Alkathon rent
• Sunday AA meeting license agreement

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss the September 2025 financial statements and consider the preliminary budget for 2026. Old Business will also be addressed, though no specific items are listed. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Review September 2025 financial statements
• Consider 2026 preliminary budget

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council will consider several financial and regulatory actions, including adopting a revised 2026 minimum municipal obligation for police officers of $744,827. The council will also vote on a traffic‑calming contract, a digital communications service agreement, and various permits and ordinances. Additional items include a residential parking permit program and a grease‑trap ordinance draft.

• Adopt Ordinance No. 1175 of 2025 – Residential Parking Permit Program
• Approve bid award to Marino Corp., Inc. for $87,990 for traffic calming at 5th Street and Providence Road
• Approve 2026 service agreement with Dandelions Digital for digital communication support at $3,500 per month
• Adopt revised 2026 Minimum Municipal Obligation for Police Officers in the amount of $744,827
• Authorize the Solicitor to draft and advertise a grease trap ordinance

The council unanimously approved several key items, including an $87,990 traffic‑calming contract for 5th & Providence and land development for a car wash at 510 E. Baltimore Ave. It also authorized new Grease Trap and Plastic Bag ordinances, a $3,500‑per‑month service agreement with Dandelion Digital, and the police officers’ 2026 municipal obligations. Additionally, the council ratified September bill payments and approved the Veterans Day Parade permit.

• Approved $87,990 traffic‑calming contract for 5th & Providence (unanimous)
• Approved land development for Spotless Car Wash at 510 E. Baltimore Ave (unanimous)
• Authorized Solicitor to draft and advertise Grease Trap Ordinance (unanimous)
• Authorized Solicitor to amend and advertise Plastic Bag Ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Service Agreement with Dandelion Digital at $3,500/month (unanimous)
• Approved revised 2026 Minimum Municipal Obligations for Police Officers $744,827 (unanimous)
• Ratified September bill payments: General $199,295.17, Recreation $14,596.25, Capital $188,511.01 (unanimous)
• Approved mass gathering permit for Veterans Day Parade on Nov 11, 2025 (unanimous)

Borough Council

At the October 9 workshop meeting, the Media Borough Council will discuss a police pension funding obligation of $744,827 for FY 2026. The council will also review several contracts, zoning applications, and permit requests. Public comment will be accepted via email before the meeting.

• Adopt revised FY 2026 Minimum Municipal Obligation for police pension plan ($744,827)
• Consider Facilities Maintenance contract with Donald Reisinger, Inc.
• Consider bid award for Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon Traffic Calming project at 5th and Providence Road
• Consider Residential Parking Permit ordinance
• Consider Zoning Hearing Board application for 508 N Olive Street requesting relief from lot coverage ratios

The council authorized the solicitor to draft a grease‑trap ordinance for restaurants and approved an amendment to the plastic‑bag ordinance that bans polystyrene food containers, effective Jan. 1 2026. It also supported applying for Sustainable PA certification and for a PECO Green Region grant of about $10,000 for shade‑tree planting. The committee favored a reduced‑scope beacon project costing $87,990, and the State & Veterans Square mural installation was postponed until spring 2026. The council expressed support for several zoning variance requests and will vote on the Spotless Car Wash project at the next meeting.

• Authorized solicitor to draft restaurant grease‑trap ordinance (approved)
• Amended plastic‑bag ordinance to ban polystyrene containers (approved)
• Supported application for Sustainable PA certification (approved)
• Decided to apply for PECO Green Region grant (~$10,000) for shade trees (approved)
• Favored revised $87,990 beacon bid for 5th & Providence Road (committee recommendation)
• Postponed State & Veterans Square mural installation to spring 2026 (postponed)
• Declared no opposition to 508 N. Olive Street lot‑coverage variance (non‑opposition)
• Approved letter of support for 321‑323 W. Front Street zoning variances (support)

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will receive reports, discuss traffic education, consider a Residential Parking Permit ordinance, and evaluate a bid award for a rectangular rapid flashing beacon traffic‑calming project at 5th and Providence Road. The meeting also includes liaison announcements and consideration of items from other committees, such as a facilities maintenance contract, a vehicle sale, a digital communication service agreement, police and non‑uniform pension obligations, a land‑development application, a grease‑trap ordinance, mass‑gathering permits, a plastic‑bag ordinance amendment, a PECO grant application, and several zoning board requests.

• Consider bid award for the Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon Traffic Calming project at 5th and Providence Road
• Consider Residential Parking Permit ordinance
• Consider Facilities Maintenance contract with Donald Reisinger, Inc.
• Consider adopting revised FY 2026 Minimum Municipal Obligation for police pension plan ($744,827) and non‑uniform pension plan ($13,424)
• Consider Zoning Hearing Board Application for 508 N Olive Street requesting relief from lot coverage ratios

Environmental Advisory Council

The Environmental Advisory Council will review a proposal to adopt a Climate Action Plan with a 2035 carbon neutrality goal and discuss a revised plastic bag ordinance. The council will also receive updates on recycling grants, EV charging, and a traveling glass bin program.

• Proposal to adopt Climate Action Plan with 2035 carbon neutrality goal
• Review of revised Plastic Bag Ordinance for borough council
• PECO Green Region Grant application for tree plantings
• Traveling Glass Bin program seeking borough approval
• Public Works Department exploring weed torch alternatives

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will adopt the meeting agenda and approve the September 2025 minutes. It will hear public comment and consider several applications, including a SALDO request to convert the former Rite Aid building at 510 E Baltimore Ave into a flagship car wash. The commission will also review zoning relief requests for 508 N Olive Street, 321‑323 W Front St, and 20 W 3 rd St. Committee and council liaison reports will be presented.

• SALDO application to convert former Rite Aid building at 510 E Baltimore Ave into a flagship car wash
• Zoning relief request for lot coverage ratios at 508 N Olive Street
• Zoning request to allow end‑on‑end parking at 321‑323 W Front St
• Request to continue non‑conformities at 20 W 3 rd St

Recreation Board

The Recreation Board will approve the previous meeting minutes and discuss budget balance. It will review past September events and confirm volunteers for upcoming Halloween Parade, PumpkinPalooza, and senior luncheons. New business includes voting on holiday events such as Cocoa & Cookies, Winter Solstice, and a decorating contest, and reviewing the preliminary 2026 calendar. The Board will also consider applications and structure for a new recreation "Day of" event crew.

• Approval of meeting minutes
• Votes on holiday events (Cocoa & Cookies, Winter Solstice, decorating contest)
• Planning and volunteer coordination for Halloween Parade and PumpkinPalooza
• Review of preliminary 2026 recreation calendar
• Discussion of Recreation Board applications and "Day of" event crew roles

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee will consider three ZHB applications: a dimensional relief request for 508 N. Olive Street, a request to allow end‑on‑end parking for 321-323 W Front St reet, and a request to continue non‑conformities at 20 W 3rd St reet. The meeting will also include updates on the Front Street Overlay Ordinance and the Grease Trap Ordinance. All items are scheduled for discussion.

• 508 N. Olive Street ZHB Application – Request for Dimensional Relief
• 321-323 W Front St reet ZHB Application – Request to allow end on end parking
• 20 W 3rd St reet ZHB Application – Request to continue non-conformities
• Front Street Overlay Ordinance Update
• Grease Trap Ordinance Update

Public Safety Committee

The committee will review permits for three upcoming public events and receive reports from the police and fire departments. Members will also discuss the electric scooter policy.

• Delaware County Veteran’s Day Parade permit (11/11)
• Harvest Festival Cookout permit (10/25)
• National Faith and Blue Event permit (10/10)
• Body camera and street camera updates
• Electric scooter policy discussion

Zoning Hearing Board

The Zoning Hearing Board will review an application for a variance at 6 West Eighth Street. The applicant, Brian J. and Barbara L. McGrath, seeks to increase the building coverage ratio of the principal structure to 21.7 percent, exceeding the district maximum of 13 percent under Section 311.B-24.B (1). The board will decide whether to grant the variance.

• Variance request for 6 West Eighth St. to raise building coverage ratio to 21.7% (max 13%) – applicant Brian J. & Barbara L. McGrath, Map No. 26-01-273-003, R-1 District

Properties and Public Works Committee

The Properties and Public Works Committee will meet to discuss facility maintenance and infrastructure updates. The body will review bids for maintenance and the status of the parking garage.

• Facility Maintenance Bid Overview
• Sale of 2014 Ford Explorer via Municibid
• Parking Garage Update
• State Street Winter Planters
• Weekend Trash Pickup Update

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council will consider several financial actions, including adopting the 2025 Minimum Municipal Obligation for Police Officers of $791,562 and for non‑uniformed employees of $0. The agenda also includes approval of a low‑bid contract for a rectangular rapid flashing beacon traffic‑calming project at 5th and Providence Road, and payment of August bills totaling $407,147.68. Additional items are a mass‑gathering permit for the Visit Delco 10‑Miler and approval of hiring Alexis McManus as Finance Coordinator.

• Approve low‑bid contract for Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon Traffic Calming project at 5th and Providence Road (amount not specified)
• Adopt 2025 Minimum Municipal Obligation for Police Officers: $791,562
• Adopt 2025 Minimum Municipal Obligation for Non‑Uniformed Employees: $0
• Pay August bills: General Fund $342,873.73; Recreation Fund $3,935.94; Capital Fund $60,383.01; total $407,147.68
• Approve hiring of Alexis McManus as Finance Coordinator

The borough council approved several budget items, including a $791,562 municipal obligation for police officers, a $0 obligation for non‑uniformed employees, and payment of August bills totaling $407,147.68. It also approved the 2026 Healthcare Renewal & Purchase Agreement. Additionally, the council granted mass‑gathering permits for the Delco 10‑Miler race and a Pride Flag mural, and hired a new finance coordinator.

• Approved minutes of August 21, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Healthcare Renewal & Purchase Agreement (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025 Minimum Municipal Obligation for non‑uniformed employees $0 (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025 Minimum Municipal Obligation for police officers $ 791,562 (unanimous)
• Ratified payment of August bills $407,147.68 (unanimous)
• Approved mass gathering permit for Visit Delco PA Delco 10‑Miler (unanimous)
• Approved mass gathering permit for Media Arts Council Pride Flag Street Mural (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of Alexis McManus as Finance Coordinator (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Media Finance Committee will discuss updates on pension funds, the 2026 pension plan minimum municipal obligations, a resident's tree‑damage claim, a digital communications proposal, ClearGov service renewals, the 2026 preliminary General Fund budget, and the August 2025 financial statements.

• Pension Funds Update – Marquette Associates
• Tree Damage Claim – Resident request for reimbursement of deductible
• Dandelions Digital Proposal – 2026 Borough Digital Communications
• 2026 ClearGov Renewals
• 2026 Preliminary Budget – General Fund

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will review several items, including safety education programs, updates on a traffic‑calming painting project, and a proposed Residential Parking Program Ordinance. The committee will also discuss parking demand at the County Courthouse, a daylighting project at Front and Monroe Streets, and make a traffic‑calming announcement.

• Review of DCTMA Safety Educational Programs
• Update on MAC Traffic Calming Painting Project
• Consideration of Residential Parking Program Ordinance
• Discussion of County Courthouse Parking Demand
• Daylighting intersection at Front and Monroe Streets

Environmental Advisory Council

The Environmental Advisory Council will approve July minutes and discuss the FY 2026 budget, noted as likely $2000. Members will receive updates on grant applications for LED streetlights on State Street and a planning grant for Plum Street North and South. The council will review the draft Polystyrene/Black Propylene Plastic (#5) ordinance, which the solicitor will prepare for a vote next month with an effective date of Jan 1 2026. Additional topics include the EV jitney and comprehensive bicycle plan grant submissions to DVRPC’s Travel Options Program.

• FY 2026 Budget – likely $2000
• Polystyrene/Black Propylene Plastic (#5) ordinance draft for upcoming vote
• LED streetlight grant for State Street under Main Street Matters Program
• EV jitney grant application to DVRPC Travel Options Program
• Comprehensive Bicycle plan grant submission to DVRPC Travel Options Program

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council will consider awarding a bid for a traffic calming beacon at 5th and Providence Road and discuss the 2026 minimum municipal obligation for police and non-uniformed employees. The council will also review a sidewalk reimbursement request and a land development application for 510 E Baltimore Avenue.

• Award bid for Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon at 5th and Providence Road
• Consider 2026 Minimum Municipal Obligation for Police and Non-Uniformed employees
• Consider 2026 Healthcare Renewal and Purchase Agreement
• Review Roccia sidewalk reimbursement request
• Consider Land Development application for 510 E Baltimore Avenue

Media Borough Council held a workshop meeting on September 4, 2025. Council members heard numerous public comments supporting an amendment to the plastic bag ban that would also prohibit polystyrene and black plastic take‑out containers. The minutes record no votes, approvals, denials, or other formal actions on the amendment.

Planning Commission

The Media Borough Planning Commission adopted the September 2 agenda after a motion by David and second by Harold. The commission approved the August 2025 minutes, with Emily abstaining and Katie absent. The meeting was adjourned unanimously following a motion by Emily and second by Katie. No formal decisions were made on the SALDO car‑wash application; the owners will return with comments at the October meeting.

• Adopted agenda (motion by David, seconded by Harold)
• Approved August 2025 minutes (motion by Harold, seconded by Roberto; Emily abstained)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously (motion by Emily, seconded by Katie)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will discuss mid-year budget adjustments and the approval of several construction bids. The meeting includes votes on grant submissions for State and Plum Streets and the authorization of a residential conversion overlay for Front Street.

• Low bids from A.G. Cipolloni & Sons for Jefferson and Lemon project ($67,460) and ADA ramp project ($80,008.50)
• Resolution #2025-36 regarding 2025 Mid-Year Budget Adjustments
• Payment of bills totaling $467,903.52
• Proposal from Witmer for police department firearms in the amount of $16,004
• Zoning Hearing Board applications for 6 W. 8th Street and 414 E. Baltimore Avenue

The council approved the 2025 budget adjustments, maintaining a balanced budget even though $71,000 in added costs were offset by higher revenues. It also approved several contracts and resolutions, including a $16,004 police firearms purchase, a $67,460 Jefferson & Lemon road project, an $80,008.50 ADA ramp project, and a speed‑bump policy amendment. Additional actions included authorizing a residential conversion overlay, approving a new borough pay study, and adopting a mass‑gathering permit for a school event.

• Approved 2025 budget adjustments, balanced despite $71,000 added costs (unanimous)
• Approved police firearms purchase from Witmer for $16,004 (unanimous)
• Approved low bid from A.G. Cipolloni & Sons for Jefferson & Lemon Project, $67,460 (unanimous)
• Approved low bid from A.G. Cipolloni & Sons for ADA Ramp Project, $80,008.50 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-33 amending Speed Bump Policy (unanimous)
• Authorized solicitor to draft Front Street Residential Conversion Overlay (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-39 Borough Pay Study adopting new pay bands (unanimous)
• Approved mass gathering permit for Media Elementary Back‑to‑School Block Party (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission unanimously approved a revised agenda that removed the SALDO application. The July 2025 minutes were approved with Katie abstaining and the rest in favor. The commission unanimously recommended that Borough Council not oppose a variance for 6 W 8th St. if the applicant includes storm‑water management plans. A motion was made that Borough Council not oppose a special‑exception sign request at 414 E. Baltimore Ave., though no vote outcome was recorded. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Removed SALDO application from agenda; unanimous approval
• Approved July 2025 minutes; Katie abstained, others approved
• Recommended Borough Council not oppose variance for 6 W 8th St., conditional on stormwater management; unanimous
• Motion made that Borough Council not oppose special‑exception sign at 414 E. Baltimore Ave. (no recorded vote outcome)
• Adjourned meeting; unanimous approval

Borough Council

The borough council unanimously ratified June 2025 bills totaling $348,792.76. It also accepted a $121,656.58 bid from Moore Brothers Enterprises for the 2025 Road Program. Additional actions included authorizing the sale of a 2013 Ford Explorer, opening bids for a facilities maintenance contract, and approving an easement agreement for $45,000 (6‑1 vote). Several resolutions and permits were also approved unanimously.

• Approved Resolution 2025-31 (Ridge Road TASA Reimbursement Agreement) – unanimous
• Approved Resolution 2025-32 (DCED MTF Grant for Bollards) – unanimous
• Accepted bid from Moore Brothers Enterprises for 2025 Road Program ($121,656.58) – unanimous
• Authorized sale of 2013 Ford Explorer on Municibid – unanimous
• Authorized going out to bid for Borough Facilities Maintenance Contract – unanimous
• Approved easement agreement with Anthony Sabatelli ($45,000) – vote 6‑1 (Herman dissent)
• Ratified June bills: General $247,882.73, Recreation $9,159.59, Capital $91,750.44, Total $348,792.76 – unanimous
• Approved Mass Gathering Permit for EcoFest on Sept 27, 2025 – unanimous

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission voted to recommend that Borough Council not oppose the parking‑relief request for 21 W Front St. It also advised the council not to oppose a lot‑depth variance (78 ft required 110 ft) and a 14‑ft build‑to‑line variance, provided a porch is added and no structures are within the 14 ft line. All motions were approved by the Commission.

• Advised Borough Council not to oppose parking relief for 21 W Front St (approved)
• Advised Borough Council not to oppose lot‑depth variance (78 ft vs. required 110 ft) (approved despite one opposition)
• Advised Borough Council not to oppose 14‑ft build‑to‑line variance with porch condition and to tell ZHB no structures within 14 ft (approved)

Borough Council

The borough council voted unanimously to adopt Ordinance 1174 of 2025 regulating mobile food vending services. It also approved the Vision Zero policy, a 10‑minute free parking ordinance, and authorized bids for two traffic‑calming projects. Additional unanimous actions included accepting actuarial services from Acrisure, ratifying May bill payments of $962,520.32, and approving several mass‑gathering permits.

• Approved Mobile Food Vendor Ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved Vision Zero Policy resolution (unanimous)
• Adopted 10‑minute free parking ordinance for State Street District (unanimous)
• Authorized advertisement for bids for traffic calming project at 5th St & Providence Rd (unanimous)
• Authorized advertisement for bids for traffic calming project at Lemon & Jefferson Sts (unanimous)
• Accepted Acrisure proposal for actuarial services (unanimous)
• Ratified payment of May bills totaling $962,520.32 (unanimous)
• Approved mass gathering permits for Memorial Day Parade, Delco Downhill Derby, and Media Fellowship Dance Party (unanimous)

Borough Council

The June 5, 2025 workshop meeting featured reports, public comments, and several items for consideration, but the council did not approve, deny, or adopt any proposals. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.

Borough Council

The Media Borough Council unanimously approved a series of actions, including authorizing the engineer to bid the Ridge Road storm‑water and traffic‑calming project and adopting an Open Records Policy. It also approved funding for a Bog Turtle study change order, several resolutions supporting public transportation and a grant for Barrall Field, and hired two part‑time parking enforcement officers. The meeting concluded with a motion to enter executive session for a legal matter.

• Approved $12,215 Change Order for Phase 2 Bog Turtle Study (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #2025-27 urging state support for public transportation funding (unanimous)
• Authorized Engineer to bid Ridge Road storm‑water and traffic‑calming project (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #2025-28 to submit DCED grant application for Barrall Field improvements (unanimous)
• Ratified payment of April 2025 bills (unanimous)
• Authorized Solicitor to draft and advertise Mobile Food Vending Ordinance (unanimous)
• Adopted Open Records Policy (unanimous)
• Approved Mass Gathering Permit for First Baptist Vacation Bible School (unanimous)

Environmental Advisory Council

The council approved the April meeting minutes. Members voted unanimously to send a request to the borough for approval of the Media Green Neighbor Program. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved April minutes (unanimous)
• Approved sending request to borough for Media Green Neighbor Program (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The commission unanimously accepted the agenda and later approved the April 2025 minutes, with one member abstaining. Members agreed to submit ideas for the Comprehensive Plan to the chair and staff by the end of May. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 8:50 p.m.

• Agenda accepted unanimously
• April 2025 minutes approved (Emily abstained)
• Commission agreed members will submit Comprehensive Plan ideas by end of May
• Meeting adjourned unanimously

Borough Council

The council voted to pursue a resolution urging the Pennsylvania legislature to maintain SEPTA funding. A motion to adjourn the meeting was made and carried. No other formal approvals, denials, or tablings were recorded.

• Agreed to pursue SEPTA funding resolution (no vote tally provided)
• Motion to adjourn passed (no vote tally provided)

Borough Council

The borough council unanimously approved an ordinance allowing 10‑minute free parking via the Passport app in the State Street District and authorized advertising the 2025 Road Program. It also approved a fee‑structure revision for room rentals, the sale of a 2016 Ford Explorer for $3,800, and ratified March bill payments of $287,028.76. Several mass‑gathering permits for community events were granted, while discussion on a mobile‑food vending amendment was tabled. A resolution appointed Michael Dunn as Tree Warden/Arborist.

• Approved 10‑minute free parking ordinance via Passport app (unanimous)
• Approved advertising the 2025 Road Program (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #2025-24 revising room‑rental fee structure (unanimous)
• Approved sale of 2016 Ford Explorer for $3,800 (unanimous)
• Ratified March bill payments totaling $287,028.76 (unanimous)
• Approved mass‑gathering permits for four community events (unanimous)
• Tabled further discussion on Mobile Food Vending Services Ordinance amendment
• Appointed Michael Dunn as Tree Warden/Arborist (unanimous)

Borough Council

The council reached consensus to implement a 10‑minute free‑parking option through the Passport app in the State Street District. It also agreed to proceed with advertising the 2025 Road Program. Both actions were noted for follow‑up drafting and communication.

• Implement 10‑minute free parking via Passport App in State Street District (consensus)
• Authorize advertising of the 2025 Road Program (agreed to proceed)

Planning Commission

The commission unanimously accepted the agenda and approved the March 5 minutes. It voted to recommend that Borough Council not oppose a parking‑relief request for 100 W. Front St. and also not oppose a reverse subdivision plan for 8 E 2nd St. and 115 N Jackson St. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 8:30 p.m.

• Agenda accepted unanimously
• March 5 minutes approved unanimously
• Recommended Borough Council not oppose parking relief at 100 W. Front St (motion passed)
• Recommended Borough Council not oppose subdivision plan for 8 E 2nd St and 115 N Jackson St (unanimous)
• Meeting adjourned unanimously

Borough Council

The borough council approved several contracts, sales, and financial items. Minutes from the February meetings were approved unanimously. A grant application for land acquisition and multiple permit requests were also approved.

• Approved February 6, 2025 Workshop minutes (unanimous)
• Approved February 20, 2025 Council Meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved construction inspection proposal for Ridge Road and Olive Street stormwater project (carried)
• Approved sale of 2007 GMC 2500HD Pickup Truck to James Hayes‑Barber for $3,671.00 (carried)
• Approved sale of 2014 ODB Leaf Vacuum to Athens Borough for $18,000.00 (carried)
• Approved Go2Tech 36‑month service contract for borough phone system (carried)
• Ratified February bill payments totaling $741,864.62 (carried)
• Approved DCNR C2P2 grant application for land acquisition (carried)