New Hope, Pennsylvania
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New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB)
The New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board will conduct formal and concept reviews of multiple properties in the historic district. Items include installing planters, windows, doors, a kiosk, a landscape project, a new roof and sign, and a proposed house addition and refurbishment. The board will also approve previous meeting minutes and receive code reports.
- 8 South Main Street: Installing four planters on South Main Street.
- 332 South Sugan: Installing six double-hung windows and two doors.
- 65 West Mechanic Street / Karen Meyers: Installing a kiosk in a private parking lot.
- 38 West Ferry Street / Glenn Stephan: Landscape/hardscape project for front courtyard.
- 218 Towpath / Keith Boyd: Concept review for addition and refurbishment of existing historic house.
Recent meetings
New Hope Environmental Advisory Council
The Environmental Advisory Council will review previous meeting minutes and receive a council update. The agenda includes follow-up discussions on stormwater, single-use plastics, glass recycling, and winter salt alternatives.
- Stormwater and MS-4/PAG-13 follow-up
- Single-use plastics reduction discussion
- Business glass recycling survey follow-up
- Salt alternatives for winter discussion
- EV charging equipment discussion
New Hope Parks & Recreation Board
The board will review the treasurer report, approve May minutes, and receive sub-committee updates. Items include a mural on BCWS grates at Ferry Landing, a request for a Borough Council workshop on August 3rd, replacement of dead flowers in various locations, and a proposal to purchase a hayrack for Randolph Street Park.
- Mural on BCWS grates in Ferry Landing – waiting for sketches from artist Hope
- Borough Council workshop requested for August 3rd, outline due July 15
- Dead flowers replaced at VC hayracks, Ferry Landing hayracks, Stockton Ave urns
- Proposal to purchase hayrack on post for Randolph Street Park for full-shade annuals
- Green Initiative Committee report from Pamm
New Hope Shade Tree Commission
The New Hope Shade Tree Commission will discuss a tree relocation application at 97 S. Main Street, review dead trees from the SavATree inventory, and consider ordinance revisions regarding vines and caliper requirements. They will also update the multi-year street tree replacement plan in August and discuss long-term management strategies.
- Application to relocate trees at 97 S. Main St.
- SavATree inventory review of dead trees (June 16, 22, or 23)
- Shade tree ordinance revisions (vines, caliper of replacements) scheduled for July/August
- Multi-Year Plan update planned for August
- Long-term street tree replacement plan monitoring with risk management and TCUSA Growth Award outline
New Hope Borough Council
The New Hope Borough Council meeting agenda for June 16, 2026, contains only procedural information about the meeting location and Zoom access. No proposed ordinances, resolutions, or public hearings are listed. The meeting will proceed without any substantive business items on the published agenda.
- No substantive items listed; agenda contains only meeting logistics and a link to a PDF document.
New Hope Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a proposed amendment to the Zoning Ordinance regarding signs, discuss a proposed short-term rental ordinance, and receive updates on the Comprehensive Plan definition of 'character' and the Emergency Preparedness Plan.
- Review proposed amendment to Zoning Ordinance – Signs
- Discussion on proposed Short Term Rental Ordinance
- Discussion on proposed Blue Dot
- Update on Emergency Preparedness Plan
- Presentation of Planning Commission Best Practices & Process Refinement
New Hope Green Initiative Committee
The New Hope Green Initiative Committee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and discuss the results of the Draft Comprehensive Plan, a proposed Green Initiative RFP, an update on the DCNR pump, and potential committee name changes. Public comment will also be taken.
- Discussion on results of the Draft Comprehensive Plan
- Discussion on Proposed Green Initiative RFP
- Discussion on DCNR pump update
- Discussion on potential committee names
New Hope Planning Commission
The New Hope Planning Commission will discuss the first draft of the Borough Comprehensive Plan at this meeting. The commission will also consider approving minutes from the previous meeting.
- Discuss 1st draft of Borough Comprehensive Plan
- Consider approval of May 11, 2026 meeting minutes
New Hope Environmental Advisory Council
The Environmental Advisory Council will consider next steps on plastic waste reduction, including single-use plastics (SUPs) and a business survey for glass recycling. Old business includes EV charging equipment budget feasibility, stormwater/MS-4 follow-up, and the NHSD school solar project. The council will also discuss Bird Town, Parks & Rec updates, salt alternatives for winter, and promotion of summer events such as hazardous waste collection dates.
- Discussion on reducing single-use plastics (SUPs) and possible approaches
- Business survey for glass recycling
- EV charging equipment – budget available to install EV-ready infrastructure
- Stormwater and MS-4/PAG-13 follow-up
- Bird Town discussion and salt alternatives for winter
New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB)
The New Hope HARB will conduct formal reviews of several applications, including two major projects at 8 and 10 Waterloo Street that involve demolition of non-historic portions, preservation of original 1890s twin structures, construction of large new additions, and a river retaining wall. Other items include exterior painting at 66 West Bridge Street, fence installation at 84 Buttonwood, and multiple sign installations on South Main Street. The board will also hear a code official report and approve the May 2026 minutes.
- 8 and 10 Waterloo Street: demolition of non-historic portions, preservation of 1890s twin structures, new additions, and river retaining wall
- 66 West Bridge Street: exterior painting
- 84 Buttonwood: fence installation
- Multiple sign installations at 87, 110, and 92 South Main Street, and 142 South Main Street
- 36 West Mechanic Street: single gate installation
New Hope Borough Council
The New Hope Borough Council workshop meeting on June 1, 2026, includes only meeting logistics (location, Zoom link) and a reference to a PDF agenda document. No specific decisions or discussions are listed in the provided text. This appears to be a procedural agenda.
New Hope Parks & Recreation Board
The Parks & Recreation Board will discuss and decide on ordering America 250 banners, including style, placement, and quantity. They will also review sub-committee reports on landscaping, beautification, and a mural project at Ferry Landing. Old business includes discussion of decorative tiles or a mural on Playhouse Bridge. New business topics are welcome.
- Decide on style, placement, and number of America 250 banners to order
- Discuss decorative tiles or mural on Playhouse Bridge
- Discuss possibility of using green roof space for a community garden
- Report on mural on BCWS grates at Ferry Landing (artist unresponsive)
- Update on Green Initiative meeting with Friends of Delaware Canal regarding canal repairs and elevated walkway
New Hope Shade Tree Commission
The commission is reviewing dead trees from the SavATree inventory and discussing potential ordinance revisions regarding vines and light pruning. Members are also monitoring the long-range street tree replacement plan in conjunction with the Borough Comprehensive Plan.
- Review of SavATree inventory for dead trees
- Discussion of Shade Tree ordinance revisions (vines and light pruning)
- Monitoring of long-range street tree replacement plan
- Status update on NWF Trees for Wildlife grant paperwork and check
New Hope Green Initiative Committee
The Green Initiative Committee will approve minutes from April, hear a presentation from the Friends of the Delaware Canal, and discuss a proposed Green Initiative RFP. Public comment will be taken. The RFP discussion is the main substantive item on the agenda.
- Approval of April 20, 2026 meeting minutes
- Presentation by Friends of the Delaware Canal
- Discussion on proposed Green Initiative RFP
- Public comment period
New Hope Borough Council
The agenda for the May 20, 2026 New Hope Borough Council meeting is limited to meeting logistics, including the date, time, location, and Zoom access information. No substantive agenda items or decisions are listed in the provided text; the agenda references a PDF document that is not included. This appears to be only procedural boilerplate.
New Hope Planning Commission
The New Hope Planning Commission will consider approving minutes from April 20 and review proposed requests for proposals (RFPs) for a traffic study and a parking study. No votes on the RFPs are scheduled; the commission is reviewing the proposals at this meeting.
- Review of proposed Traffic Study RFP
- Review of proposed Parking Study RFP
- Consider approval of April 20, 2026 meeting minutes
New Hope Environmental Advisory Council
The New Hope Environmental Advisory Council will meet to discuss follow-up on EV charging equipment in light of planned vehicle purchase, recycling opportunities including a business survey for aluminum and glass, and continued discussion of single-use plastics (SUPs) and possible approaches to reducing plastic waste. The Council will also receive feedback from a Bucks Cross EAC meeting and plan promotion of upcoming events such as the May 9th Anything with a Plug Recycling Event.
- EV charging equipment follow-up with vehicle purchase consideration
- Business survey for aluminum and glass recycling
- Continued discussion on single-use plastics (SUPs) reduction approaches
- Feedback from Bucks Cross EAC meeting hosted by Lower Makefield Township
- Promotion of May 9th Recycling Event at New Hope-Solebury Upper Elementary School
New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB)
The board will conduct formal reviews for demolition and new construction at 8 and 10 Waterloo Street (Arthur Corsini), a sign amendment at 4 West Mechanic Street, and roof installations at 30 West Bridge Street. Concept reviews include renovations at 34 and 36 North Main Street by Landing Property LLC. The agenda also includes approval of April minutes and a code official report.
- Formal review: demolition and new construction at 8 Waterloo Street (Arthur Corsini)
- Formal review: demolition and new construction at 10 Waterloo Street (Arthur Corsini)
- Formal review: sign amendment at 4 West Mechanic Street (Four West Mechanic Street, LLC)
- Formal review: roof installations at 30 West Bridge Street (Hoi Polli)
- Concept review: renovation and rehabilitation at 34 and 36 North Main Street (Landing Property LLC)
New Hope Borough Council
This is a procedural workshop meeting of the New Hope Borough Council. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and no substantive items for discussion or decision. Residents are directed to the linked PDF for any potential details.
- No substantive items listed in the provided agenda text
New Hope Parks & Recreation Board
The New Hope Parks & Recreation Board will review finances, approve March minutes, and discuss multiple beautification initiatives. Proposals include installing hayrack baskets on South Main Street, proceeding with a mural on BCWS grates, and ordering banners for America's 250th. Updates on spring planting, Randolph Street improvements, and a new sculpture for Lenape Park are also on the agenda.
- Borough Treasurer Report with recent $2,057.00 purchase at Ash's
- Proposal for three hayrack baskets on South Main Street ($380.70 total)
- Mural on BCWS grates in Ferry Landing approved by BCWS, seeking school involvement
- Randolph Street: additional shrubs, ground cover, stone, and proposed low-voltage lights
- 7 banners for America's 250th at $35 each ($245 plus tax)
New Hope Borough Council
The provided agenda text includes only meeting logistics (location, Zoom link) and a reference to a PDF document. No substantive decisions, proposals, or discussions are listed in the text.
New Hope Planning Commission
The New Hope Borough Planning Commission will meet on April 20, 2026, to review a proposed amendment to the Borough Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance. The agenda is largely procedural boilerplate, also listing the approval of minutes from the April 13 meeting and the collection of new business for future consideration. Changes to this ordinance would alter the rules for subdividing and developing property in the borough.
- Review of proposed amendment to the Borough Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance
- Approval of minutes from the April 13, 2026 meeting
- Collection of new business for future consideration
New Hope Green Initiative Committee
This is a planning and discussion meeting of the New Hope Green Initiative Committee. Members will approve the March meeting minutes, then discuss the committee's vision and objectives, potential new names for the committee, and an alternate date for the May meeting. No binding votes or concrete proposals are on the agenda.
- Approval of March 16, 2026 meeting minutes
- Discussion on vision and objectives for the Green Initiative
- Discussion on potential committee name changes
- Discussion on alternate date for May 2026 meeting
New Hope Shade Tree Commission
The Shade Tree Commission will review pending old business including Arbor Day preparations and Tree City USA award requirements. New business includes scheduling a tree inventory with SavATree in May and discussing revisions to the shade tree ordinance regarding vines. No votes or final decisions are scheduled; items are for discussion and planning.
- Arbor Day planting at 45 N. Main St. and seedling distribution
- Tree City USA Growth Award approved
- NWF Trees for Wildlife seedlings ordered (Eastern Red Cedar, Swamp White Oak, Eastern Redbud)
- SavATree inventory scheduled for first week of May
- Ordinance revisions for shade tree vines discussion planned for June/July
New Hope Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a discussion on the Emergency Preparedness Plan as part of the ongoing Comprehensive Plan Update. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting focuses solely on deliberation. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Discussion of Emergency Preparedness Plan for Comprehensive Plan Update
New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB)
The New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board will consider three applications for exterior alterations to properties in the historic district: signage and lighting at 4 West Mechanic Street, a fence replacement at 16 East Mechanic Street, and numerous improvements including roofing, gutters, balcony railings, painting, and a new deck at 11-35 West Bridge Street. The board will also approve minutes from January and March 2026 meetings.
- 4 West Mechanic Street: installation of 4 signs, exterior lighting, and other fixtures by Four West Mechanic Street, LLC
- 16 East Mechanic Street: replacement of a fence by Mathew Zablud
- 11-35 West Bridge Street: numerous improvements including roofing, gutters, balcony railings, exterior painting, and a new ground level deck with railing by Genevieve Gross
- Approval of minutes from January 6, 2026 (in two parts) and March 3, 2026