New Hope public meetings in 2021
29 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
New Hope Borough Council
The Borough Council will discuss the adoption of the 2022 budget and tax millage rates. The meeting includes votes on police staffing, zoning and traffic ordinance amendments, and several property certificates of appropriateness.
- Adoption of the 2022 Budget and 2022 tax millage
- Accounts payables for December in the amount of $373,494.19
- Certificates of Appropriateness for 71 West Ferry Street, 82 South Main Street, and 10 East Mechanic Street
- Ordinance amendments to Chapter 259 (Vehicles and Traffic) and Chapter 275-57 (Zoning)
- Hiring of a part-time Police Officer and part-time Violations Clerk
New Hope Borough Council
The Borough Council will hold a workshop to review a sketch plan and discuss parking changes. The body will also consider a resolution regarding FEMA disaster relief funding.
- Sketch plan review for 135 Old York Road
- FEMA Resolution for Disaster Relief Funding
- Proposed parking changes from the Parking Committee
New Hope Borough Council
The Borough Council will consider authorizing the advertisement of the proposed 2022 budget and amendments to zoning and traffic chapters. The body will also review several special event applications and zoning appeals.
- Authorization to advertise the proposed 2022 budget
- Approval of November accounts payables totaling $161,261.45
- Purchase of a street sweeper for the Public Works Department
- Zoning map amendment for Gateway to New Hope, LLC
- Sign variance application for 135 North Main St.
New Hope Borough Council
The Borough Council will conduct a workshop to review the proposed 2022 budget. The body will also review sketch plans for two specific properties.
- 2022 Proposed Budget Review
- 49 North Sugan Road – Sketch Plan review
- 44 South Main Street – Sketch Plan review
New Hope Borough Council
The New Hope Borough Council will discuss proposals to restore Ferry Landing Park following Hurricane Ida and the hiring of a part-time parking enforcement officer. The body will also review several Certificates of Appropriateness for property modifications and consider updates to pension and hazard mitigation plans.
- Proposals for restoration of Ferry Landing Park
- Accounts payables for October in the amount of $536,274.07
- Proposed amendment to Chapter 275-57 regarding off-street parking facilities
- Certificates of Appropriateness for 15 South Main St, 182 South Main St, 21 North Main St, 18-20 West Mechanic St, 137 South Main St, 15 E. Bridge St, and 10 Stockton Avenue
- Adoption of the Bucks County 2021 Hazard Mitigation plan update
New Hope Borough Council
The Borough Council will hold a workshop to discuss a variance request and two sketch plans. These items involve property expansions and development reviews at specific addresses.
- ZHB Application for expansion exception/variance at 8 West Mechanic Street
- Sketch Plan review for 83-85 South Main
- Sketch Plan review for 8-10 Waterloo
New Hope Borough Council
The New Hope Borough Council will discuss updates to the Zoning Ordinance regarding medical marijuana facilities and formula restaurants. The body is also considering the refinance of 2016 General Obligation Bonds and several property certificates of appropriateness.
- Ordinance to establish regulations for Medical Marijuana Dispensary and Medical Marijuana Grower/Processer
- Ordinance amendment to allow formula restaurants in the SC Shopping District
- Refinance of the 2016 General Obligation Bonds
- Accounts payables for September in the amount of $208,069.85
- Zoning applications for 8 West Mechanic Street and 71 West Ferry Street
New Hope Borough Council
The New Hope Borough Council will review several Certificates of Appropriateness for renovations and signs. The body will also consider authorizing an ordinance for a General Obligation Bond and ratify July accounts payable and payroll.
- Authorization to advertise Ordinance for General Obligation Bond
- July accounts payables of $125,591.55
- July 30 and August 13 payrolls of $69,686.89 and $73,082.13
- ZHB Application for special exception and variance at 71 West Ferry Street
- Certificates of Appropriateness for 57 North Main, 68 West Mechanic, 45 South Main, 15 East Bridge, 30 West Bridge, and 10 South Main Streets
New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB)
The Historic Architectural Review Board is reviewing formal applications for residential additions and renovations at three properties. The board will also consider requests for new or replacement signage at four different locations.
- 22 South Main Street: New gable roof, third floor, and second floor expansion
- 57 North Main Street: New Certificate of Appropriateness for rear addition window placements
- 68 West Mechanic Street: Renovations and an addition
- Sign installations at 45 S. Main St, 15 E. Bridge, 30 W. Bridge St, and 10 South Main St
New Hope Borough Council
The Borough Council will discuss several zoning and historic preservation applications, including building height and setback variances. The body is also considering the hire of a part-time bookkeeper and the appointment of bond counsel for a 2016 General Obligation Bond refinance.
- June accounts payables in the amount of $358,676.97
- Zoning variances for 26 West Bridge Street, 18-20 West Mechanic Street, and 76 North Main Street
- Certificates of Appropriateness for 21-23 West Ferry Street, 22 South Main Street, and 10 West Randolph Street
- Special event permits for the Arts and Crafts Festival and The Girls on the Run 5k Run
- Appointment of Jane Pedinoff to the Parks and Recreation Board
New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB)
The Historic Architectural Review Board will conduct formal reviews for two property applications. The board will also review a request for utility shielding at 10 West Randolph Street.
- Formal review for 21-23 West Ferry Street: lamps, windows, roof, dormers, painting, shutters, front door, and carriage door
- Formal review for 22 South Main Street: Option 1 for second floor reconstruction, doors, windows, awnings, siding, porch, and deck
- Formal review for 22 South Main Street: Option 2 for new gable roof, third floor expansion, exterior seating, doors, windows, and siding restoration
- Review of utility shielding at 10 West Randolph Street
New Hope Borough Council
The New Hope Borough Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss the property at 181 West Bridge Street. The council will also hold discussions regarding the 2016 General Obligation Bond.
- Discussion on Cintra Mansion, 181 West Bridge Street
- Discussion on the 2016 General Obligation Bond
New Hope Borough Council
New Hope Borough Council will review land development and certificates of appropriateness for several properties. The body will also consider zoning ordinance amendments regarding formula restaurants and medical marijuana dispensaries.
- Land development and Certificate of Appropriateness for Mansion Inn at 9 South Main Street
- ZHB applications for 137 South Main Street (Village Restaurant) and 10 West Ferry Street
- Proposed zoning amendments for Formula Restaurants and Medical Marijuana Dispensaries
- Accounts payables of $138,712.48 and payrolls totaling $153,414.87
- Appointment of Bev Okulicz to the Parks and Recreation Board
New Hope Borough Council
The Council will discuss a HARB application regarding a Certificate of Appropriateness for the Mansion Inn. Additionally, the Council will consider a proposal for a design consultant for the Borough's Parking Facility.
- Certificate of Appropriateness discussion for Mansion Inn
- Design Consultant proposal for the Parking Facility
New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB)
The Historic Architectural Review Board is meeting to review three applications for property modifications. The board will consider changes to driveway materials, a porch addition, and sign installations.
- Driveway material amendment at 73 West Mechanic Street
- Screened porch addition at 49 Old Mill Road
- Sign installations at 306-308 South Main
New Hope Borough Council
New Hope Borough Council will consider adopting the 2021 ICC International Fire Code and Property Maintenance Code. The body will also review several Certificates of Appropriateness for local property modifications and consider an appointment for Fire Marshal.
- Appointment of Kevin Doherty as New Hope Fire Marshal
- Adoption of 2021 ICC International Fire Code and 2021 Property Maintenance Code
- Accounts payables for May totaling $345,058.02
- Payrolls for April 23 and May 7 totaling $69,129.25 and $100,770.63
- Certificates of Appropriateness for 186 S Main St, 20 W Bridge St, 33 Old Mill Rd, 87 S Main St, 28 W Bridge St, 57 N Main St, 86 W Ferry St, and 8 W Mechanic St
New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB)
The Historic Architectural Review Board will conduct formal and concept reviews for several properties, including a garage replacement and fireplace removal. The board will also discuss and potentially adopt updated Rules, Procedures, and Organization documents.
- Formal review: Replace carport/pergola with one-story garage at 186 South Main Street
- Formal review: Remove unpermitted fireplace and fill window hole at 8 West Mechanic Street
- Concept review: Proposed rear deck at 8 West Mechanic Street
- Agent reviews for sign installations, exterior painting, gate addition, and roof upgrades
- Discussion to adopt updated HARB Rules, Procedures, and Organization document
New Hope Borough Council
The Borough Council will discuss police staffing, fire company agreements, and the design of a new parking garage. The body will also review multiple Certificates of Appropriateness for signs and property alterations. Financial approvals for April accounts payable and March/April payrolls are on the agenda.
- Requests for Proposals for the design of the New Hope Borough Parking Garage
- Accounts payables for April in the amount of $248,578.49
- Payrolls for March 26 and April 9 in the amounts of $82,160.10 and $71,303.03
- One year extension of the Fire Inspection Agreement with New Hope Eagle Fire Company
- Certificates of Appropriateness for properties including 11A West Bridge St and 19 Canal Street
New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB)
The Historic Architectural Review Board will conduct a final concept review for a residential conversion at 22 North Main Street and a 44-room boutique hotel at 13 Randolph Street. The board will also review 11 separate applications for signs, a window replacement, and a fence.
- Concept review: 22 North Main Street (The Landing) interior demolition for residential unit
- Concept review: 13 Randolph Street (Fred's Breakfast building) demolition for 44-room boutique hotel
- Sign installation reviews for 11 West Bridge Street, 36 West Bridge Street, 123 West Bridge Street, 12 West Bridge Street, 129 South Main Street, 110 A South Main Street, 82 South Main Street, 102 C South Main Street, and 97 South Main Street
- Window replacement review at 40 West Ferry Street
- Fence installation review at 19 Canal Street
New Hope Borough Council
The Borough Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss the Mansion Inn land development and certificate of appropriateness. The council will also review zoning updates recommended by the Planning Commission regarding formula restaurants and medical marijuana.
- Certificate of Appropriateness – Mansion Inn
- Mansion Inn Land Development update
- Zoning updates: Formula Restaurants
- Zoning updates: Medical Marijuana
New Hope Borough Council
New Hope Borough Council will review several Certificates of Appropriateness for local projects and a zoning variance application. The body is also considering a grant application for the Visitor's Center and an amendment to a financial security agreement for Gateway to New Hope, LLC.
- Resolution for DCED Grant Application for Visitor's Center repairs and upgrades
- Accounts Payables for February in the amount of $342,656.33
- Payrolls for February 26 and March 12 in the amounts of $74,035.28 and $70,642.71
- ZHB Application for parking, driveway, and impervious variances at 49 West Mechanic Street
- Certificates of Appropriateness for Bridge Street fencing, 330 South River Road windows/doors, and 274 South River Road barrier gates
New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB)
The Historic Architectural Review Board is reviewing several new applications for property changes. These include fencing, window replacements, gate installations, and potential building demolitions.
- Bridge Street iron fencing to replace stone pillars on West Bridge Street
- 30 window replacements at 330 South River Road using vinyl aluminum wood
- Installation of barrier gates at 274 South River Road/Odette's
- Renovations proposed for 21-23 West Ferry Street
- Demolition and conversion projects at 22 North Main Street
New Hope Borough Council
The New Hope Borough Council will hold a workshop meeting to receive updates from the HARB. The body will also discuss zoning updates recommended by the Planning Commission.
- HARB Updates Presentation
- Zoning updates recommended by the Planning Commission
New Hope Borough Council
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate for a meeting held via video conference. No specific legislative items, contracts, or decisions are listed in the provided text.
New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB)
The Historic Architectural Review Board reviewed applications for home additions, fencing, and painting. The board recommended Certificates of Appropriateness for two properties and discussed a transition to an administrative application for another.
- 76 North Main Street: Proposed removal of a non-historic addition and construction of a new gabled addition and driveway
- 46 North Main Street: Recommendation of a Certificate of Appropriateness (4-0) for black wrought iron fencing
- 82 South Main Street: Recommendation of a Certificate of Appropriateness (4-0) for Benjamin Moore paint colors (Jackson Tan and Heritage Red) and a Hampton Bay light fixture
New Hope Borough Council
The New Hope Borough Council will hold a workshop meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes an update on a McDonald’s waiver of land development and a discussion regarding the proposed 2021 fee schedule.
- Update on McDonald’s Waiver of Land Development
- Discussion on the Proposed 2021 Fee Schedule
New Hope Borough Council
The agenda is procedural boilerplate for a meeting held via Zoom. No specific legislative items, votes, or discussion topics are listed in the provided text.
New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB)
The Historic Architectural Review Board will review formal and concept applications for properties on South Main Street and West Mechanic Street. The board will also consider a revisit of a paint color for 122 South Main Street following a Council recommendation.
- Paint color revisit for 122 South Main Street
- Concept application for renovations at 32 South Main Street
- Final discussion on a new family dwelling at 49 West Mechanic Street
New Hope Borough Council
The Borough Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss police pensions with Stifel Nicolaus & Company. The body will also discuss Borough Council committees.
- Police Pension discussion with Stifel Nicolaus & Company
- Discussion on Borough Council committees