Norristown, PA

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Municipality of Norristown 235 East Airy Street, Norristown, PA 19401-5003 610-272-8080 Fax: 610-275-0687 www.norristown.org Municipal Council Rashaad Bates, President Dustin Queenan, Vice President William McCoy, District 2 Natalie Colson, District 4 Jasmine Griffen, At-Large David McMahon, At-Large Mydera Robinson, At-Large Interim Municipal Administrator Jayne Musonye Notice of Public Hearing Zoning Hearing Board Meeting NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Municipality of Norristown’s Zoning Hearing Board will conduct Public Hearings on the following applications on Tuesday, August 25th, at 7:00 PM (30-26) Request for a Variance Applicant: Richard Gallo, 266 E. Main St., Norristown, PA 19401 Property Location: 524 Moore St., Norristown, PA 19401 Property Owner: Joseph and Barbara Gallo, 266 E. Main St., Norristown, PA 19401 As stated on the Zoning Hearing Board application, the applicant is requesting a variance from Article V, R2 Residence District, of Chapter 320, Zoning, of the CODE of the Municipality of Norristown, as follows: §320-41 – Use Regulations – To permit two houses on one parcel in the R2 Residential District. (33-26) Request for a Variance Applicant: Bar Holdings, LLC, 204 Sussex Rd., West Chester, PA 19380 Property Location: 39 E. Jacoby St., Norristown, PA 19401 Property Owner: Elizabeth Taylor, 39 E. Jacoby St., Norristown, PA 19401 As stated on the Zoning Hearing Board application, the a …

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Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 18:30

Municipal Council

Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 18:30

Stormwater Authority

Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 18:30

Municipal Council

Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 18:30

Stormwater Authority

Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 18:30

Municipal Council

Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 18:30

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Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 18:30

Municipal Council

Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 18:30

Stormwater Authority

Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 18:30

Municipal Council

Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 18:30

Municipal Council

Thu Dec 3, 2026 · 18:30

Stormwater Authority

Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 18:30

Municipal Council

Recent meetings

Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 18:30

Municipal Council

Council to vote on data center zoning in Heavy Industrial District

The Norristown Municipal Council will hold a public hearing and vote on Ordinance 26-04, which would allow data centers as conditional uses in the Heavy Industrial District. The council will also consider authorizing advertisement of a zoning amendment for keeping hens, hear a presentation on a proposed 48-unit townhouse development at 600 E. Fornance Street, and consider a bid award for a historic facade project. A final report on the Lafayette Street Trail Gateway Project will be presented.

Public hearing and vote on Ordinance 26-04 to permit data centers in Heavy Industrial District
Request to advertise Ordinance 26-05 to allow limited noncommercial keeping of hens
Presentation on 48-unit townhouse/multiplex development at 600 E. Fornance Street
Bid award of $32,700 to Watts Restoration Co., Inc. for 129 E. Main Street historic facade project
Approval of $32,700 in unobligated Historic Facade Program funds for 129 E. Main Street

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NORRISTOWN MUNICIPALITY Council Work Session Tuesday, August 18, 2026 6:30 PM Municipal Hall 235 East Airy Street, Norristown, PA 19401 AGENDA I. Call to Order II. Moment of Silence / Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call IV. Executive Session Announcement V. Announcements VI. Public Comments VII. Motion to Approve Minutes VIII. Presentations A. Lafayette Street Trail Gateway Project Final Report Presentation Montgomery County and SALT are presenting the final report on the Lafayette Street Trail Gateway Master Plan IX. Planning & Municipal Development A. Public Hearing: Ordinance 26-04: Data Centers in the Heavy Industrial District Public Hearing for Ordinance 26-04, to amend the Municipality of Norristown Zoning Code to define data center-related uses and permit Data Centers and Data Center Accessory Uses in the Heavy Industrial (HI) District by conditional use. B. Motion to Consider Ordinance 26-04: Data Centers in the Heavy Industrial District Motion to adopt Ordinance 26-04, amending Chapter 320 of the General Laws of Norristown to establish and regulate Data Centers and Data Center Accessory Uses as conditional uses in the Heavy Industrial District. C. Request Authorization to Advertise Ordinance 26-05 for Chicken and Rooster Zoning Amendment Request for Council to authorize advertisement to amend Chapters 103 and 320 of the Norristown Code to permit and regulate the limited, noncommercial keeping of hens as an accessory use D. Presentation for 600 E Fornance Deve …

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Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 19:00

Design Review Board

Design Review Board to review mixed-use plan for former Norristown State Hospital site

The Norristown Design Review Board will meet to review preliminary land development plans for 'The Preserve at Stony Creek,' a mixed-use redevelopment of a portion of the former Norristown State Hospital. The applicant, Pinnacle Realty Development Company, proposes 424 townhouses, 258 apartments, retail space, and industrial/office/tech space. The meeting is procedural with one substantive item under new business.

Preliminary Land Development Plans Review for 'The Preserve at Stony Creek' at 1001 Sterigere Street, including 424 townhouses, 258 apartments, 74,000 SQFT retail, and 228,750 SQFT industrial/office/tech space

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235 E. Airy Street, Norristown

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Municipality of Norristown 235 East Airy Street, Norristown, PA 19401-5003 610-272-8080 Fax: 610-275-0687 www.norristown.org Municipal Council Rashaad Bates, President Dustin Queenan, Vice President William McCoy, District 2 Natalie Colson, District 4 Jasmine Griffen, At-Large David McMahon, At-Large Mydera Robinson, At-Large Interim Municipal Administrator Jayne Musonye Norristown Design Review Board Agenda August 12, 2026 – 7:00 PM Location: Municipal Hall, Council Chambers, 235 East Airy Street, 1st Floor, Norristown, PA 19401 A. CALL TO ORDER B. ROLL CALL C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES D. REPORTS E. OLD BUSINESS F. NEW BUSINESS (1) (26-02) Preliminary Land Development Plans Review – ‘The Preserve at Stony Creek’ Applicant: Pinnacle Realty Development Company Property Location: 1001 Sterigere Street Norristown, PA 19401 Property Owner: The Redevelopment Authority of Montgomery County The applicant is proposing to redevelop a portion of the former Norristown State Hospital as a mixed-use development to include 424 townhouses, 258 apartment units, 74,000 SQFT of retail, and 228,750 SQFT of industrial/office/tech space. This development will include an integrated system of parks and open space areas available for the use of both the new and current residents. G. ADJOURNMENT

Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews 682-unit mixed-use project at former Norristown State Hospital site

The Norristown Planning Commission will review a preliminary land development plan for 'The Preserve at Stony Creek,' a mixed-use redevelopment of the former Norristown State Hospital site. The applicant, Pinnacle Realty Development Company, proposes 424 townhouses, 258 apartments, 74,000 sq ft of retail, and 228,750 sq ft of industrial/office/tech space, along with parks and open spaces.

Preliminary Land Development Plan review for 'The Preserve at Stony Creek' at 1001 Sterigere Street
424 townhouses, 258 apartments, 74,000 sq ft retail, 228,750 sq ft industrial/office/tech space proposed
Mixed-use redevelopment of former Norristown State Hospital site

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235 E. Airy Street, Norristown

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Municipality of Norristown 235 East Airy Street, Norristown, PA 19401-5003 610-272-8080 Fax: 610-275-0687 www.norristown.org Municipal Council Rashaad Bates, President Dustin Queenan, Vice President William McCoy, District 2 Natalie Colson, District 4 Jasmine Griffen, At-Large David McMahon, At-Large Mydera Robinson, At-Large Interim Municipal Administrator Jayne Musonye Norristown Planning Commission Agenda August 11, 2026 – 7:00 PM Location: Municipal Hall, 235 East Airy Street, 1st Floor, Norristown, PA 19401 A. CALL TO ORDER B. ROLL CALL C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – July 2026 D. REPORTS E. OLD BUSINESS F. NEW BUSINESS (1) (26-05) Preliminary Land Development Plans Review – ‘The Preserve at Stony Creek’ Applicant: Pinnacle Realty Development Company Property Location: 1001 Sterigere Street Norristown, PA 19401 Property Owner: The Redevelopment Authority of Montgomery County The applicant is proposing to redevelop a portion of the former Norristown State Hospital as a mixed-use development to include 424 townhouses, 258 apartment units, 74,000 SQFT of retail, and 228,750 SQFT of industrial/office/tech space. This development will include an integrated system of parks and open space areas available for the use of both the new and current residents. G. ADJOURNMENT

Thu Aug 6, 2026 · 18:30

Stormwater Authority

Wed Aug 5, 2026 · 18:30

Municipal Council

Council to vote on rescue boat trailer, command vehicle, and software contracts

Norristown Municipal Council will meet to approve minutes from prior meetings, authorize purchases including a rescue boat trailer and a police command vehicle, and adopt a capital improvements plan revision. The meeting also includes presentations on two development projects and updates on stormwater compliance and hazard mitigation software.

Authorize purchase of one new water rescue boat trailer (Resolution 26-64)
Approve three-year contract with Synario for financial modeling software (Resolution 26-67)
Adopt 2026–2030 Capital Improvements Plan Revision (Resolution 26-68)
Approve purchase of police command vehicle and outfitting costs (Resolution 26-54)
Extend conditional reappointment offers to three former police officers (Resolution 26-69)

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✓ Decided: Council approves 2026-2030 CIP revision, adding $212K with grant

The Norristown Municipal Council approved a revised 2026-2030 Capital Improvements Plan, increasing the budget by $212,000, with $168,000 covered by a grant. The council also approved a $28,905.90 rescue boat trailer purchase (6-1), a three-year $60,000 contract with Synario for financial modeling software, and the purchase of a police command vehicle. Additionally, the council authorized special counsel to seek party status at a Plymouth Meeting zoning hearing regarding a proposed data center.

Approved Resolution 26-68: 2026-2030 CIP revision (unanimous)
Approved Resolution 26-64: Rescue boat trailer purchase for $28,905.90 (6-1)
Approved Resolution 26-67: Three-year Synario software contract for $60,000 (unanimous)
Approved Resolution 26-54: Police command vehicle purchase (unanimous)
Approved Resolution 26-69: Reappointment offers to officers Wagner, Thomas, Barry (unanimous)
Authorized special counsel to seek party status at Plymouth Meeting data center hearing (unanimous)
Approved grant application for PEMA BRIC software replacement (unanimous)
Approved HARB certificates for 624 and 1024 W. Main Street (unanimous)

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NORRISTOWN MUNICIPALITY Council Meeting Wednesday, August 5, 2026 6:30 PM – Council Chambers AGENDA I. Call to Order II. Moment of Silence / Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call IV. Motion to Approve Minutes A. Request for Municipal Council to Approve the Minutes from the July 21, 2026 Council Work Session B. Request for Municipal Council to Approve the Minutes from the July 23, 2026 Special Meeting V. Executive Session Announcement VI. Announcements VII. Public Comments VIII. Presentations IX. Fire A. Resolution 26-64 Request for Municipal Council to Authorize the Purchase of a Rescue Boat Trailer Authorize the purchase of one new water rescue boat trailer to replace an existing and aging trailer which will improve safety and enhance water rescue deployment capabilities. X. Finance A. Resolution No 26-67 Request council to approve a three-year contract with Synario for their financial modeling software Authorize the purchase of Synario's financial modeling software to improve Norristown's long-range forecasting. B. Request of Council to Adopt Resolution No. 26-68: 2026-2030 Capital Improvements Plan Revision Request Council to Adopt Resolution No. 26-68: 2026-2030 Capital Improvements Plan Revisions. XI. Police A. Resolution 26-54: Request Council Approval to Purchase a Command Vehicle and Associated Outfitting Costs Request Council Approval to Purchase a Command Vehicle and Associated Outfitting Costs B. Resoluti …

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Norristown Municipality Council Meeting Minutes August 5, 2026 The Council Meeting of Wednesday, August 5, 2026, was called to order by Council President, Rashaad Bates, at 6:38 pm in Municipal Hall Chambers, 235 East Airy Street, Norristown, PA. There was a moment of silence followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Council Members – Present: Natalie Colson Jasmine Griffen Willliam McCoy David McMahon Mydera Robinson Dustin Queenan Rashaad Bates Also, in attendance were: Jayne Musonye, Interim Municipal Administrator; Sean Kilkenny, Municipal Solicitor; Michael Trail, Norristown Police Chief; Kathy Pfister, Director of Finance; Sean Chin, Assistant to the Municipal Administrator; Keith Gordon, Code Enforcement Manager; Thomas O’Donnell, Fire Chief; Vincent Poppa, Assistant Director of Planning; Ted Dmytryk, Pennoni Engineer Approval of Minutes A motion was made by Council Vice President Queenan, seconded by Councilwoman Colson, to approve the Minutes from the following meetings: July 21, 2026 - Council Work Session and July 23, 2026 – Special Meeting. The motion passed unanimously. Executive Session Announcement Council President Bates announced that Council met in Executive Session prior to tonight’s meeting for information purposes and personnel matters. Announcements Council Vice President Queenan announced the availability of a Spanish interpreter for this evening’s meeting, if needed. Norristown Municipality Counc …

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Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 19:00

Zoning Hearing Board

Zoning Hearing Board to consider six variance requests for residential properties

The Norristown Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing on July 28 at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers. Board members will review six applications requesting variances from the municipal zoning code. Each applicant must be present to be heard on their request.

Variance for John Brodeur to restore an abandoned triplex at 1733 Willow St. (R‑2 Residence District)
Variance for Richard Gallo to allow two houses on one parcel at 524 Moore St. (R‑2 Residence District)
Variance for Andrew & Margaret Horvath to convert a patio to a sunroom at 1307 W. Oak St. (R‑2 Residence District)
Variance for Sharif T. Dawson to install a wall sign at 617 Swede St. (R‑2 Residence District)
Variance for Bar Holdings, LLC to use an abandoned duplex at 39 E. Jacoby St. (R‑2 Residence District)

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235 E. Airy Street, Norristown

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Municipality of Norristown 235 East Airy Street, Norristown, PA 19401-5003 610-272-8080 Fax: 610-275-0687 www.norristown.org Municipal Council Rashaad Bates, President Dustin Queenan, Vice President William McCoy, District 2 Natalie Colson, District 4 Jasmine Griffen, At-Large David McMahon, At-Large Mydera Robinson, At-Large Interim Municipal Administrator Jayne Musonye Notice of Public Hearing Zoning Hearing Board Meeting NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Municipality of Norristown’s Zoning Hearing Board will conduct Public Hearings on the following applications on Tuesday, July 28th, at 7:00 PM (12-26) Request for a Variance Applicant: John Brodeur, 1616 Sandy Hill Rd., Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462 Property Location: 1733 Willow St., Norristown, PA 19401 Property Owner: John Brodeur, 1616 Sandy Hill Rd., Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462 As stated on the Zoning Hearing Board application, the applicant is requesting a Variance from Article XXV, Nonconformities, of Chapter 320, Zoning, of the CODE of the Municipality of Norristown, as follows: §320-292A.(2)(a)[3] – Restoration or reconstruction. – To permit the use of an abandoned Triplex in the R-2 Residence District. (30-26) Request for a Variance Applicant: Richard Gallo, 266 E. Main St., Norristown, PA 19401 Property Location: 524 Moore St., Norristown, PA 19401 Property Owner: Joseph and Barbara Gallo, 266 E. Main St., Norristown, PA 19401 As stated on the Zoning …

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Thu Jul 23, 2026 · 18:30

Municipal Council

Norristown Council to settle tax appeals and approve bridge repairs

Norristown Municipal Council will consider settlements for two tax assessment appeals and ratify an emergency contract for bridge repairs. The body will also approve a contract for a fitness court and authorize a multimodal transportation grant application.

Settlement for tax assessment appeal at 1500 Dekalb Street
Settlement for tax assessment appeal at 1430 Dekalb Street
Ratification of emergency contract for Marshall Street & Arch Street Bridge repairs
Contract with Cosimo Riccioli & Sons for $23,985.00 for fitness court installation
Authorization to apply for $1.5 million DCED Multimodal Grant

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✓ Decided: Council approves tax settlements, 9/11 memorial move, grants, contracts

The Norristown Municipal Council held a special meeting on July 23, 2026, and unanimously approved all items on the agenda. This included settling two tax assessment appeals for properties on Dekalb Street, accepting and relocating the 9/11 Memorial to Elmwood Park, and approving contracts for a fitness court concrete slab and emergency bridge repairs. The council also authorized a grant application for the Owen Park Master Plan design and approved a payment to a parking consultant that exceeded its contract cap.

Approved tax settlement for 1500 Dekalb Street (unanimous)
Approved tax settlement for 1430 Dekalb Street (unanimous)
Authorized acceptance and relocation of 9/11 Memorial to Elmwood Park (unanimous)
Approved Resolution 26-65: Contract with Cosimo Riccioli & Sons for fitness court concrete slab (unanimous)
Approved Resolution 26-61: Application for $1.5M DCED Multimodal Grant for Owen Park design (unanimous)
Approved Resolution 26-58: Establish/remove handicapped parking (unanimous)
Approved Resolution 26-66: Payment to Parking Mobility Transportation Consulting for April 2026 invoice (unanimous)
Ratified Resolution 26-63: Emergency contract for Marshall & Arch Street bridge repairs (unanimous)

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NORRISTOWN MUNICIPALITY Special Council Meeting Thursday, July 23, 2026 6:30 PM Municipal Hall 235 East Airy Street, Norristown, PA 19401 AGENDA I. Call to Order II. Moment of Silence / Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call IV. Executive Session Announcement V. Announcements VI. Public Comments VII. Municipal Administrator A. Motion to Approve the Settlement for the Pending Tax Assessment Appeal for 1500 Dekalb Street To seek Council approval of a settlement in the pending tax assessment appeal for 1500 Dekalb Street. Approval of the settlement will result in no change to the property’s assessed value for Tax Year 2026. B. Motion to Approve the Settlement for the Pending Tax Assessment Appeal for 1430 Dekalb Street To seek Council approval of a settlement in the pending tax assessment appeal for 1430 Dekalb Street. Approval of the settlement will decrease the property’s assessed value for Tax Years 2025–2026, resulting in a reduction in tax revenue. C. Authorization to Accept and Relocate 9/11 Memorial to Elmwood Park Near Fire Chief Memorial VIII. Parks and Recreation A. Resolution No. 26-65: Request for Municipal Council to Approve a Contract with Cosimo Riccioli & Sons for Installation of Concrete Slab for National Fitness Campaign Fitness Court To authorize the Municipality to enter into a contract with Cosimo Riccioli & Sons in the amount of $23,985.00 for the installation of a concrete slab at Harding Boulevard Park, which is require …

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Norristown Municipality Council Special Meeting Minutes July 23, 2026 The Council Special Meeting of Tuesday, July 23, 2026, was called to order by Council President, Rashaad Bates, at 6:36 pm in Municipal Hall Chambers, 235 East Airy Street, Norristown, PA. There was a moment of silence followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. The following Council members were in attendance: William McCoy Natalie Colson Jasmine Griffen David McMahon Dustin Queenan Rashaad Bates Absent: Mydera Robinson Also, in attendance were: Jayne Musonye, Interim Municipal Administrator; Patrick Hitchens, Municipal Solicitor; Michael Trail, Norristown Police Chief; Kathy Pfister, Director of Finance; Sean Chin, Assistant to the Municipal Administrator; Keith Gordon, Code Enforcement Manager; Richard Lockhart, Deputy Chief/Fire Marshal, Vincent Poppa Assistant Director of Planning, Ted Dmytryk, Pennoni Engineer; Peter Simone, Landscape Architecture Executive Session Announcement Council President Bates announced that Council met in Executive Session prior to tonight’s meeting for information purposes and potential litigation matters. Announcements From Council Vice President Queenan: The National Night Out event is scheduled for August 4, 2026, from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm, located on the 500 Block of Haw Avenue. Norristown Municipality Council Special Meeting Minutes – July 23, 2026 2 Public Comments Gretchen Stine of Hatboro, PA, addressed …

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Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 18:30

Municipal Council

Council considers zoning for data centers and police staffing increases

Norristown Municipal Council will hold a public hearing on permitting data centers in the Heavy Industrial District. The body is also deciding on police hiring, land development for a school addition, and several municipal contracts.

Ordinance 26-04: Permitting Data Centers and Accessory Uses in the Heavy Industrial District
Resolution 26-55: Request to hire five entry-level police officers
Resolution 26-62: Land development for the 1520 Arch Street Extension (Hancock Elementary School)
Microsoft licensing subscription in the amount of $47,480.40
$50,000 escrow for PRDC Properties’ land development review fees for the State Hospital Project

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✓ Decided: Council tables data center ordinance, schedules new public hearing

Council held a public hearing on Ordinance 26-04 regulating data centers in the Heavy Industrial District but did not vote on it. Instead, Council voted to table the ordinance and re-advertise it after incorporating recommendations from the Montgomery County Planning Commission, the Norristown Planning Commission, and public comments. Council also approved several other items, including a $50,000 escrow for land development review fees, a preliminary/final land development for the Hancock Elementary School extension, and the hiring of five new police officers.

Tabled Ordinance 26-04 (data centers) to re-advertise after incorporating planning commission and public comments
Approved $50,000 initial escrow from PRDC Properties for State Hospital project review fees (unanimous)
Approved Resolution 26-62: Preliminary/Final Land Development for 1520 Arch Street Extension Project (Hancock Elementary School) (unanimous)
Approved Resolution 26-60: Appointment of Beth Scott as Municipal Clerk (unanimous)
Approved Resolution 26-59: Annual Microsoft Licensing Subscription for $47,480.40 (unanimous)
Approved Resolution 26-55: Hire 5 entry-level police officers (unanimous)
Approved Resolution 26-56: Purchase protective helmets from Witmer (unanimous)
Approved Certificates of Appropriateness for 7 properties (unanimous)

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NORRISTOWN MUNICIPALITY Council Work Session Tuesday, July 21, 2026 6:30 PM Municipal Hall 235 East Airy Street, Norristown, PA 19401 AGENDA I. Call to Order II. Moment of Silence / Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call IV. Executive Session Announcement V. Announcements VI. Public Comments VII. Motion to Approve Minutes VIII. Presentations A. Motion to Approve PRDC Properties’ Escrow Arrangement for Land Development Review Fees Related to the State Hospital Project Motion to approve PRDC Properties’ request to post an initial escrow in the amount of $50,000 to cover all legal, engineering, and administrative review fees associated with the land development submission and review process. B. Proclamation Honoring Roseann Santangelo, Municipal Clerk IX. Appointments A. Administration of Oath of Office – Entry-Level Police Officers: Michael McGinley, Dereck Smith, Joseph McAvoy Request Council to Approve Swearing-In the following Entry-Level Police Officers: Officer Michael McGinley, Officer Dereck Smith, Officer Joseph McAvoy B. Resolution No. 26-60: Appointment of Municipal Clerk – Beth Scott To authorize the Municipality to enter into an agreement to provide Municipal Clerk services, including attending Council meetings and preparing official meeting minutes, to ensure accurate recordkeeping and compliance with municipal requirements. X. Buildings & Code Compliance A. Request to Approve HARB COA's • 208 Dekalb Street • 53 E. Chestnut S …

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NORRISTOWN MUNICIPALITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION MINUTES JULY 21, 2026 The Council Work Session of Tuesday, July 21, 2026, was called to order by Council President, Rashaad Bates, at 6:30 PM in Municipal Hall Chambers, 235 East Airy Street, Norristown, PA. There was a Moment of Silence followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. The following Council members were in attendance: William McCoy Mydera Robinson Natalie Colson Jasmine Griffen David McMahon Dustin Queenan Rashaad Bates Also in attendance were: Jayne Musonye, Interim Municipal Administrator; Sean Kilkenny, Municipal Solicitor; Vincent Poppa, Interim Director of Planning and Municipal Development; Kathy Pfister, Director of Finance; Norristown Police Chief Trail; Sean Chin, Officer of Special Projects and Interagency Affairs; Keith Gordon, Code Enforcement Manager; Ted Dymtryk, Pennoni Engineering. EXECUTIVE SESSION ANNOUNCEMENT Council Vice President Queenan announced that Council met in Executive Session prior to the Council Meeting to discuss Personnel issues. ANNOUNCEMENTS: “Reading is Fundamental” continues through the Summer at the Norristown Public Library. Councilman McMahon will hold a Town Hall Meeting on August 6th at 6:30 pm at the First Presbyterian Church, Dekalb & Airy Streets. PUBLIC COMMENT Mike Petriga (New Hope Street) – He was accompanied by some of the family members and community members of “Montay” Curtis Atkins who served as a US Marine …

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Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider a Data Center ordinance for the Heavy Industrial district

The Norristown Planning Commission will meet on July 14, 2026 to discuss two proposals. One is a text amendment (26-03) to allow rowhouse standards in the Multi-Family Residential District. The other is Ordinance 26-04 to amend Chapter 320 of the General Laws of Norristown and set regulations for Data Centers and related accessory uses in the Heavy Industrial Zoning District by conditional use. The commission will vote on these items before adjourning.

Proposal 26-03: Text amendment to allow rowhouse standards in the MR Multi-Family Residential District
Proposal 26-04: Ordinance to amend Chapter 320 and regulate Data Centers in the HI Heavy Industrial Zoning District via conditional use

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235 E. Airy Street, Norristown

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Municipality of Norristown 235 East Airy Street, Norristown, PA 19401-5003 610-272-8080 Fax: 610-275-0687 www.norristown.org Municipal Council Rashaad Bates, President Dustin Queenan, Vice President William McCoy, District 2 Natalie Colson, District 4 Jasmine Griffen, At-Large David McMahon, At-Large Mydera Robinson, At-Large Interim Municipal Administrator Jayne Musonye Norristown Planning Commission Agenda July 14, 2026 – 7:00 PM Location: Municipal Hall, 235 East Airy Street, 1st Floor, Norristown, PA 19401 A. CALL TO ORDER B. ROLL CALL C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – June 2026 D. REPORTS E. OLD BUSINESS F. NEW BUSINESS (1) (26-03) Proposal for Text Amendment for Multi-Family Residential District Applicant: Municipality of Norristown Proposal for zoning text amendment to the MR Multi-Family Residential District to allow rowhouse standards. (2) (26-04) Proposal for Data Center Ordinance Applicant: Municipality of Norristown Proposal for Ordinance 26-04 to amend Chapter 320 of the General Laws of Norristown and establish regulations for Data Centers and related accessory uses within the HI Heavy Industrial Zoning District by conditional use. G. ADJOURNMENT 235 East Airy Street, Norristown, PA 19401-5003 610-272-8080 Fax: 610-275-0687 www.norristown.org

Thu Jul 2, 2026 · 18:30

Stormwater Authority

Stormwater board to approve minutes, hear finance update

The Norristown Municipal Stormwater Authority will hold a regular board meeting to approve minutes from April and May 2026 meetings and receive a finance department update. The agenda consists of procedural items and public comments; no major decisions or proposals are listed.

Approval of minutes from the April 2, 2026 meeting
Approval of minutes from the May 7, 2026 meeting
Finance Department update

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NORRISTOWN MUNICIPAL STORMWATER AUTHORITY Board Meeting Thursday, July 2, 2026 6:30 PM Municipal Hall 235 East Airy Street, Norristown AGENDA I. Call to Order II. Moment of Silence / Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call IV. Executive Session Announcement V. Announcements VI. Motion to Approve Minutes A. Request for the Stormwater Authority to Approve the Minutes from the April 2, 2026, Meeting B. Request for the Stormwater Authority to Approve the Minutes from the May 7, 2026, Meeting VII. Public Comments VIII. Finance Department Update IX. Adjournment

Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 19:00

Zoning Hearing Board

Zoning board dead storage facility, 11 variance requests

Norristown's Zoning Hearing Board will hold public hearings on 11 applications for variances and special exceptions, including requests for duplexes, a triplex restoration, a dead storage facility, and sign and parking variances. The board will decide whether to grant relief from zoning code requirements in R-2 Residential, Town Center II, and Commercial Retail districts.

Variance for a dead storage facility at 307 E. Airy St. in Town Center II District (20-26)
Variance to permit a duplex at 705 Chain St. in R-2 District (53-25)
Variance to restore an abandoned triplex at 1733 Willow St. (12-26)
Variance to allow two houses on one parcel at 524 Moore St. (30-26)
Variance for freestanding sign and multiple wall signs at 1820 Markley St., Condo #3 (28-26)

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235 E. Airy Street, Norristown

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Municipality of Norristown 235 East Airy Street, Norristown, PA 19401-5003 610-272-8080 Fax: 610-275-0687 www.norristown.org Municipal Council Rashaad Bates, President Dustin Queenan, Vice President William McCoy, District 2 Natalie Colson, District 4 Jasmine Griffen, At-Large David McMahon, At-Large Mydera Robinson, At-Large Interim Municipal Administrator Jayne Musonye Notice of Public Hearing Zoning Hearing Board Meeting NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Municipality of Norristown’s Zoning Hearing Board will conduct Public Hearings on the following applications on Tuesday, June 23rd at 7:00 PM (53-25) Request for a Variance Applicant: Misael Yanez, 515 Plymouth Rd., Ste. P7, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462 Property Location: 705 Chain St., Norristown, PA 19401 Property Owner: New Star Homes, LLC, 64 Quail Dr. S, Phoenixville, PA As stated on the Zoning Hearing Board application, the applicant is requesting a variance from Article V, R2 Residence District, of Chapter 320, Zoning, of the CODE of the Municipality of Norristown, as follows: §320-41 – Use Regulations – To permit the use of a duplex in the R-2 Residence District. (12-26) Request for a Variance Applicant: John Brodeur, 1616 Sandy Hill Rd., Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462 Property Location: 1733 Willow St., Norristown, PA 19401 Property Owner: John Brodeur, 1616 Sandy Hill Rd., Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462 As stated on the Zoning Hearing Board application, the …

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Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 18:30

Municipal Council

Council to consider $327,000 emergency sidewalk repair and new fire truck

Norristown Municipal Council holds a work session to hear presentations on Synario’s financial modeling system and Markley Rehabilitation Center updates. Council will vote on several resolutions, including a $80,000 contract for internal control review, purchase of a 2030 Pierce Enforcer Pumper, bid awards for historic facade work and emergency sidewalk repair, and a $241,037 change order for the Sawmill Run Culvert Repair project.

$80,000 professional services agreement with Plante & Moran for internal control review (Resolution 26-52)
Purchase of one 2030 Pierce Enforcer Pumper (Resolution 26-47)
Bid award of $38,900 to Urbina General Contractors for 104 E. Main Street Historic Facade Project (Resolution 26-48)
Bid award of $327,000 to JPS Construction for 109 E. Main Street sidewalk repair, with waiver of intent-to-award phase (Resolution 26-49)
Change Order No. 1 increasing Sawmill Run Culvert Repair project by $241,037 to a revised total of $1,360,037 (Resolution 26-51)

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✓ Decided: Council approves $327,000 sidewalk repair and new fire pumper truck

Council approved several infrastructure contracts, including sidewalk repairs at 109 East Main Street and a historic façade project. The board also authorized the purchase of a new fire truck and a professional services agreement for internal review.

Approved appointment of Jade Arts and Fernando Feliciano, Jr. to the Planning Commission (6-0)
Approved $80,000 Professional Services Agreement with Plante & Moran, PLLC for internal control review (6-0)
Approved purchase of one 2030 Pierce Enforcer Pumper (6-0)
Awarded $38,900 bid to Urbina General Contractors LLC for 104 East Main Street Historic Façade Project (6-0)
Approved $327,000 contract with JPS Construction Company for 109 East Main Street sidewalk repair (6-0)
Approved Change Order No. 1 for the Sawmill Run Culvert Repair Project (6-0)
Approved minutes from June 2, 2026 (6-0)

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NORRISTOWN MUNICIPALITY Council Work Session Tuesday, June 16, 2026 6:30 PM – Council Chambers AGENDA I. Call to Order II. Moment of Silence / Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call IV. Executive Session Announcement V. Announcements VI. Public Comments VII. Motion to Approve Minutes VIII. Presentations A. Presentation of Synario's Financial Modeling System Managing capital projects, debt obligations, rate structures, and long-range forecasts across multiple funds is too complex for spreadsheets. Synario gives municipal elected officials and finance leaders the clarity to move fast, modeling unlimited scenarios and updating financial plans in real time as questions evolve. B. Presentation by Markley Rehabilitation and Health Center - Facility Updates and Community Services IX. Appointments A. Resolution No. 26-50: Request for Council to Approve Appointment to Boards, Committees, and Commissions X. Municipal Administrator A. Resolution 26-52: Request for Municipal Council to authorize the Municipality to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Plante & Moran, PLLC to provide internal review and related services The purpose of this transmittal is to request Council’s authorization for the Municipality of Norristown to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Plante & Moran, PLLC for $80,000 to provide internal control review and related services, in accordance with Plante & Moran, PLLC’s proposal dated May 20, 2026. XI. …

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NORRISTOWN MUNICIPALITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION MINUTES JUNE 16, 2026 The Council Work Session of Tuesday, June 16, 2026, was called to order by Council Vice President, Dustin Queenan, at 6:30 PM in Municipal Hall Chambers, 235 East Airy Street, Norristown, PA. There was a Moment of Silence followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. The following Council members were in attendance: William McCoy Mydera Robinson Natalie Colson Jasmine Griffen David McMahon Dustin Queenan Also in attendance were: Jayne Musonye, Interim Municipal Administrator; Patrick Hitchens, Acting Municipal Solicitor; Vincent Poppa, Interim Director of Planning and Municipal Development; Kathy Pfister, Director of Finance; Amanda Ciarlante, Deputy Director of Finance; Norristown Police Chief Trail; Sean Chin, Officer of Special Projects and Interagency Affairs; Keith Gordon, Code Enforcement Manager; Thomas O’Donnell, Norristown Fire Chief; Ted Dymtryk, Pennoni Engineering. EXECUTIVE SESSION ANNOUNCEMENT Council Vice President Queenan announced that Council met in Executive Session prior to the Council Meeting to discuss Personnel issues, Litigation and Public Safety issues. ANNOUNCEMENTS: Councilwoman Griffen announced the “Life U Young Scholars Program Summer Camp” at Roosevelt from 11 am to 3 pm on July 6th through 9th, July 13th through 16th and July 20th through 23rd. Lunch and activities. Contact Taria Mayo for details. “TOWN HALL” with Council Vice Pres …

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Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 19:00

Planning Commission

School expansion at 1520 Arch Street up for land development review

The Planning Commission will review a preliminary/final land development plan for an addition to the existing elementary school at 1520 Arch Street, including eight new classrooms, flex learning spaces, and stormwater improvements. The commission will also discuss updates to its own bylaws.

Preliminary/final land development plan review for school expansion at 1520 Arch Street by Norristown Area School District
Proposed addition of eight classrooms, flex learning spaces, and supporting amenities
Associated stormwater management improvements
Discussion on updating Planning Commission bylaws

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Municipality of Norristown 235 East Airy Street, Norristown, PA 19401-5003 610-272-8080 Fax: 610-275-0687 www.norristown.org Municipal Council Rashaad Bates, President Dustin Queenan, Vice President William McCoy, District 2 Natalie Colson, District 4 Jasmine Griffen, At-Large David McMahon, At-Large Mydera Robinson, At-Large Interim Municipal Administrator Jayne Musonye Norristown Planning Commission Agenda June 9, 2026 – 7:00 PM Location: Municipal Hall, 235 East Airy Street, 1st Floor, Norristown, PA 19401 A. CALL TO ORDER B. ROLL CALL C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – April 2026 D. REPORTS E. OLD BUSINESS F. NEW BUSINESS (1) (26-01) Preliminary/Final Land Development Plans Review – 1520 Arch Street Norristown, PA 19403 Applicant: NASD – Norristown Area School District (Jeffrey Cardwell) Property Location: 1520 Arch Street, Norristown, PA 19403 Property Owner: NASD – Norristown Area School District The Applicant is proposing an addition/expansion to the existing elementary school building, including the addition of eight classrooms, flex learning spaces, supporting amenities, and associated stormwater management improvements. (2) Discussion on Planning Commission By-laws G. ADJOURNMENT

Thu Jun 4, 2026 · 18:30

Stormwater Authority

Norristown

Thu Jun 4, 2026 · 18:30

Stormwater Authority

Tue Jun 2, 2026 · 18:30

Municipal Council

Council to consider $500,000 grant for Sawmill Creek flood mitigation

The Municipal Council will vote on several items including a $500,000 state grant application for flood mitigation on Sawmill Creek, a property tax settlement for 1132 W. Main Street, and a new civilian support position in the police CID. They will also consider a traffic calming policy, appoint a new planning commission member, and receive presentations on a fire station feasibility study and the Civic Leadership Academy.

Resolution 26-46: Temporary increase in compensation for interim municipal administrator and acting planning director
Settlement stipulation for NASD property tax appeal at 1132 W. Main Street, increasing tax revenue
Motion to establish a civilian Criminal Investigation Division support staff position in Norristown Police Department
Resolution 26-39: Resident-Initiated Traffic Calming Program Policy
Resolution 26-45: Authorization to apply for $500,000 DCED Flood Mitigation Grant for Sawmill Creek Culvert Phase III

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✓ Decided: Council approves hiring civilian staff for police CID and flood mitigation grant

The Council approved a civilian Criminal Investigation Division position for the police department and authorized a $500,000 grant for Sawmill Creek culvert repairs. They also appointed a Planning Commission member and adjusted a traffic calming policy to require property owners rather than residents.

Approved appointment of Pamela Martin to Planning Commission (6-0)
Approved temporary compensation increase for Interim Administrator and Planning Director (6-0)
Approved settlement for NASD property tax appeal at 1132 West Main Street (6-0)
Approved establishment of Civilian Criminal Investigation Division position (6-0)
Amended Traffic Calming Program policy to require 'Property Owners' (4-2)
Approved application for $500,000 DCED Flood Mitigation Grant for Sawmill Creek Culvert (6-0)

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NORRISTOWN MUNICIPALITY Council Meeting Tuesday, June 2, 2026 6:30 PM Municipal Hall 235 East Airy Street, Norristown, PA 19401 AGENDA I. Call to Order II. Moment of Silence / Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call IV. Executive Session Announcement V. Announcements VI. Public Comments VII. Motion to Approve Minutes VIII. Presentations A. Civic Leadership Academy — Certificates Presentation The Civic Leadership Academy (CLA) had its inaugural session in Spring 2026, reworked by the Citizens Leadership Academy that ran for nine sessions from 2014-2024. The CLA is a free program open to Norristown residents to learn about their local government. This year, and going forward, the program is focused on civics and the cohesive relationship between an engaged community and their government. A dozen residents participated for one night-a- week from April 14 through May 21 to learn everything from Home Rule Charter to public safety. B. Feasibility Study Presentation on Fire Station, Recreation Community Center, Public Works Facility by Boyle Construction Receive feedback and directions from the municipal council on the proposed facilities C. Presentation by Markley Rehabilitation and Health Center - Facility Updates and Community Services IX. Motion Appointing Pamela Martin to the Planning Commission X. Municipal Administrator A. Resolution No. 26-46: Request for Municipal Council Approval to Temporarily Increase Interim Municipal Administrator and Ac …

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Tue May 26, 2026 · 19:00

Zoning Hearing Board

Norristown ZHB to hear variance for homeless services office at 449 E. Lafayette St.

The Zoning Hearing Board will conduct public hearings on 12 variance and special exception requests. The most notable is a request by Norristown Hospitality Center to operate a business office providing services to homeless individuals in the Town Center II District, a use not currently permitted there. Other items include requests for duplexes, restoration of abandoned multi-family dwellings, an adult daycare, a dead storage facility, and a house of worship on an undersized lot.

Variance to permit homeless services office at 449 E. Lafayette St. (Norristown Hospitality Center)
Floodplain variance for property at 247 W. Lafayette St. (Prosperity Properties LLC)
Variance to permit a duplex in R-2 Residence District at 705 Chain St.
Variance to permit adult daycare in Commercial Retail District at 306 W. Logan St.
Special exception for house of worship on undersized lot at 336 & 338 E. Airy St.

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Municipality of Norristown 235 East Airy Street, Norristown, PA 19401-5003 610-272-8080 Fax: 610-275-0687 www.norristown.org Municipal Council Rashaad Bates, President Dustin Queenan, Vice President William McCoy, District 2 Natalie Colson, District 4 Jasmine Griffen, At-Large David McMahon, At-Large Mydera Robinson, At-Large Interim Municipal Administrator Jayne Musonye Notice of Public Hearing Zoning Hearing Board Meeting NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Municipality of Norristown’s Zoning Hearing Board will conduct Public Hearings on the following applications on Tuesday, May 26th at 7:00 PM (22-26) Request for a Variance & Interpretation Applicant: Norristown Hospitality Center, 503 Chain St, Norristown, PA 19401 Property Location: 449 E. Lafayette St., Norristown, PA 19401 Property Owner: Lafayette Phoenix, LLC, 449 E. Lafayette St, Norristown, PA 19401 As stated on the Zoning Hearing Board application, the applicant is requesting a Variance from Article XIV, Town Center II District, of Chapter 320, Zoning, of the CODE of the Municipality of Norristown, as follows: §320-141 – Use Regulations – To permit the use of a business office and professional office providing professional services to people who are homeless or who are at risk of becoming homeless in the Town Center II District. (27-26) Request for a Variance Applicant: Prosperity Properties LLC, PO Box 411, Southeastern PA 19399 Property Location: 247 …

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Wed May 20, 2026 · 18:30

Municipal Council

Council to consider zoning change for 36 townhomes on Sandy Hill Road

The Norristown Municipal Council will consider a zoning text amendment to allow 36 townhomes at 722 Sandy Hill Road and hear presentations on a data center ordinance, a house of worship at 336–338 E. Airy Street, and the 2026 Montco Forever Green grant program. Resolutions include renewing the municipal website and 311 system for $55,119.27, purchasing two camera trailers for emergency use, and ratifying a $175,000 fitness court equipment purchase for Elmwood Park. The council will also vote on an appeal of a use variance at 1314–1316 DeKalb Street.

Resolution to renew CivicPlus website, SeeClickFix 311, and civic engagement platforms for $55,119.27
Proposed 36-townhome development at 722 Sandy Hill requiring Zoning Text Amendment to MR district
Ordinance 26-04 to establish regulations for Data Centers in the HI Heavy Industrial District
Resolution to ratify $175,000 purchase of Fitness Court equipment for Elmwood Park from National Fitness Campaign LP
Ordinance 26-02 to amend window signage regulations to restrict visual obstructions in storefront windows

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✓ Decided: Council approves website services, camera trailers, and disabled parking changes

The Council approved a $55,119 website service contract, the purchase of two camera trailers, and changes to disabled parking spaces. They also directed staff to draft a text amendment for rowhouses and advertised a data center ordinance.

Approved $55,119 website services contract (5-0)
Approved purchase of two camera trailers (5-0)
Approved disabled parking changes at 12 addresses (5-0)
Directed staff to draft rowhouse text amendment (5-0)
Advertised data center ordinance for public hearing (5-0)
Tabled window signage amendment (5-0)
Approved Civil Service Commission solicitor appointment (5-0)
Approved Fitness Court equipment purchase (5-0)

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NORRISTOWN MUNICIPALITY Council Work Session Wednesday, May 20, 2026 6:30 PM Municipal Hall 235 East Airy Street, Norristown, PA 19401 REVISED AGENDA I. Call to Order II. Moment of Silence / Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call IV. Executive Session Announcement V. Announcements VI. Public Comments VII. Motion to Approve Minutes VIII. Presentations A. Montgomery County Presentation for 2026 Montco Forever Green Open Space Grant Montgomery County Planning presentation to Council regarding the 2026 Montco Forever Green Grant Program, including program updates, application guidance, eligibility requirements, and opportunities for future open space preservation and conservation partnerships. IX. Zoning Related Item A. Motion to Authorize Appeal of Use Variance Approval for 1314–1316 DeKalb Street X. Municipal Administrator A. Resolution No. 26-23: Request for Council Approval of Annual Service Renewal with CivicPlus, LLC. for Municipal Website, SeeClickFix 311 System, and Civic Engagement Platforms in the Amount of $55,119.27 The purpose of this memorandum is to seek authorization for payment of the annual invoice for the Municipality’s website services, civic engagement platforms, and digital communication tools. These services support resident service requests, public records management, website hosting, communication with residents, and other online municipal functions for the period December 16, 2025, through December 15, 2026. B. Resolut …

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Wed May 13, 2026 · 18:00

Design Review Board

Design Review Board meeting cancelled for May 13

The Design Review Board meeting scheduled for May 13, 2026, at 7:00 pm has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

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Municipal Council Municipality of Norristown Rashaad Bates, President Dustin Queenan, Vice President William McCoy, District 2 Natalie Colson, District 4 Jasmine Griffen, At-Large David McMahon, At-Large Mydera Robinson, At-Large Interim Municipal Administrator Jayne Musonye Design Review Board Cancelled for May 13, 2026 at 7:00 pm 235 East Airy Street, Norristown, PA 19401-5003 610-272-8080 Fax: 610-275-0687 www.norristown.org

Tue May 12, 2026 · 19:00

Planning Commission

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Tue May 12, 2026 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Tue May 12, 2026 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission meeting cancelled for May 12, 2026

The Norristown Planning Commission meeting scheduled for May 12, 2026 has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided.

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Municipal Council ee e e Rashaad Bates, President M U n | ¢l pa | ity of N orr | stown Dustin Queenan, Vice President William McCoy, District 2 Natalie Colson, District 4 Jasmine Griffen, At-Large David McMahon, At-Large Mydera Robinson, At-Large tnterim Municipal Administrator Jayne Musonye Planning Commission Cancelled for May 12, 2026 at 7:00 pm 235 East Airy Street, Norristown, PA 19401-5003 610-272-8080 Fax: 610-275-0687 www.norristown.org

Tue May 12, 2026 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Tue May 12, 2026 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Thu May 7, 2026 · 18:30

Stormwater Authority

Stormwater Authority to review court ruling and Pennoni project updates

The Norristown Municipal Stormwater Authority is holding a board meeting to discuss a legal update on a recent court ruling and receive an engineer update on Pennoni projects. The meeting includes routine items such as approval of minutes and public comments.

Legal Update: Update on Court Ruling and Initial Review
Engineer Update: Pennoni Project Updates for Board Review
Motion to approve minutes from prior meeting
Public comments period

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NORRISTOWN MUNICIPAL STORMWATER AUTHORITY Board Meeting Thursday, May 7, 2026 6:30 PM Municipal Hall 235 East Airy Street, Norristown AGENDA I. Call to Order II. Moment of Silence / Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call IV. Announcements V. Public Comments VI. Motion to Approve Minutes VII. Legal Update A. Update on Court Ruling and Initial Review VIII. Engineer Update A. Pennoni Project Updates for Board Review IX. Adjournment

Thu May 7, 2026 · 18:30

Stormwater Authority

Norristown

Wed May 6, 2026 · 19:00

Zoning Hearing Board

Zoning Hearing Board considers multiple variance requests for residential and school uses

The Zoning Hearing Board will conduct public hearings on several applications regarding property use and dimensional changes. These include requests to permit duplexes, restore abandoned multi-family dwellings, and expand a school building.

Variance to permit a duplex at 705 Chain St.
Variance to permit a duplex at 541 Swede St.
Variance and special exception for Norristown Area School District at 1520 Arch St. regarding impervious coverage and building expansion
Variance to permit a business office for services for people experiencing homelessness at 449 E. Lafayette St.
Variance to permit the use of an abandoned quadraplex at 42 E. Jacoby St.

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Municipality of Norristown 235 East Airy Street, Norristown, PA 19401-5003 610-272-8080 Fax: 610-275-0687 www.norristown.org Municipal Council Rashaad Bates, President Dustin Queenan, Vice President William McCoy, District 2 Natalie Colson, District 4 Jasmine Griffen, At-Large David McMahon, At-Large Mydera Robinson, At-Large Interim Municipal Administrator Jayne Musonye Notice of Public Hearing Zoning Hearing Board Meeting NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Municipality of Norristown’s Zoning Hearing Board will conduct Public Hearings on the following applications on Wednesday, May 6th at 7:00 PM (53-25) Request for a Variance Applicant: Misael Yanez, 515 Plymouth Rd., Ste. P7, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462 Property Location: 705 Chain St., Norristown, PA 19401 Property Owner: New Star Homes, LLC, 64 Quail Dr. S, Phoenixville, PA As stated on the Zoning Hearing Board application, the applicant is requesting a variance from Article V, R2 Residence District, of Chapter 320, Zoning, of the CODE of the Municipality of Norristown, as follows: §320-41 – Use Regulations – To permit the use of a duplex in the R-2 Residence District. (18-26) Request for a Variance Applicant: Prime Realty LLC, 6 Parkview Circle, Wayne, PA 19087 Property Location: 541 Swede St., Norristown, PA 19401 Property Owner: Prime Realty LLC, 6 Parkview Circle, Wayne, PA 19087 As stated on the Zoning Hearing Board application, the applicant is reques …

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Tue May 5, 2026 · 18:30

Municipal Council

Council to consider $60,700 change order for Poley Skate Park project

The council will hear a presentation on the DCED Fire Service Study, administer the oath of office to Corporal Edward Todd, and vote on resolutions for handicapped parking, a $60,700 change order for the Poley Skate Park project, and a resident-initiated traffic calming policy.

DCED Fire Service Study presentation
Oath of Office for Corporal Edward Todd
Resolution 26-40 to establish/remove handicapped parking
Change order of $60,700 for Poley Skate Park project (total $306,700)
Resolution 26-39 approving Traffic Calming Program Policy

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✓ Decided: Council approves stormwater appointment and Poley Park project change order

The Council approved the appointment of Terrance Barnes to the Stormwater Authority Board and a $60,700 change order for the Poley Park Project. A proposed Resident-Initiated Traffic Calming Program Policy was tabled following an amendment to include residents in the study initiation process.

Approved April 21, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)
Appointed Terrance Barnes to the Stormwater Authority Board through December 2030 (unanimous)
Approved handicapped parking space changes at 16 locations and 2 removals (unanimous)
Approved $60,700 change order for the Poley Park Project (unanimous)
Amended Resident-Initiated Traffic Calming Program Policy to include residents (5-2)
Tabled Resident-Initiated Traffic Calming Program Policy until further notice (4-3)

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NORRISTOWN MUNICIPALITY Council Meeting Tuesday, May 5, 2026 6:30 PM – Council Chambers AGENDA I. Call to Order II. Moment of Silence / Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call IV. Motion to Approve Minutes A. Request for Municipal Council to Approve the Meeting Minutes from April 13, 2026 and April 21, 2026 Meetings V. Executive Session Announcement VI. Announcements VII. Public Comments VIII. Presentations A. DCED Fire Service Study Presentation The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development (DCED) Governor's Center for Local Government Services will present to Municipal Council the findings of their Fire Service Study. IX. Appointments A. Oath of Office: Corporal Edward Todd Oath of Office: Corporal Edward Todd X. Police A. Resolution 26-40: Establish/Remove Handicapped Parking A request for council to approve handicapped parking. XI. Administration A. Request Motion for Municipal Council to Approve Change Order in the Amount of $60,700 to Spohn Ranch for Poley Park Project The purpose of this Change Order is to authorize an increase in the contract amount for the Poley Skate Park project due to documented cost escalations and necessary scope modifications identified after the original bid and award. Updated contractor pricing increased from $246,000 (March 2025 estimate) to $306,700 (February 2026 estimate), representing a $60,700 increase. This increase is primarily attributable to rising labor and materi …

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Tue Apr 28, 2026 · 19:00

Zoning Hearing Board

Norristown Zoning Board hears school expansion in floodplain, plus 21 other variance requests

The Norristown Zoning Hearing Board will hold public hearings on 22 applications for variances and special exceptions. Items include requests to allow multi-family dwellings, commercial uses, and a school expansion in a floodplain. The board will also consider an adult daycare and an office serving homeless individuals.

Norristown Area School District seeks variance to increase impervious coverage to 50% and expand a school building within the floodplain at 1520 Arch St.
Familiar Roads Home HealthCare Agency requests a variance for an adult daycare at 306 W. Logan St.
Norristown Hospitality Center seeks a variance to operate a professional office for homeless services at 449 E. Lafayette St.
VM Realty requests variances to permit 12 residential units each at 1314 and 1316 DeKalb St. in the OCR District.
Multiple requests to allow duplexes, triplexes, and quadraplexes in R-2 Residential Districts, including at 705 Chain St., 721 Violet St., and 42 E. Jacoby St.

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Municipality of Norristown 235 East Airy Street, Norristown, PA 19401-5003 610-272-8080 Fax: 610-275-0687 www.norristown.org Municipal Council Rashaad Bates, President Dustin Queenan, Vice President William McCoy, District 2 Natalie Colson, District 4 Jasmine Griffen, At-Large David McMahon, At-Large Mydera Robinson, At-Large Municipal Administrator Leonard Lightner Notice of Public Hearing Zoning Hearing Board Meeting NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Municipality of Norristown’s Zoning Hearing Board will conduct Public Hearings on the following applications on Tuesday, April 28th at 7:00 PM (53-25) Request for a Variance Applicant: Misael Yanez, 515 Plymouth Rd., Ste. P7, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462 Property Location: 705 Chain St., Norristown, PA 19401 Property Owner: New Star Homes, LLC, 64 Quail Dr. S, Phoenixville, PA As stated on the Zoning Hearing Board application, the applicant is requesting a variance from Article V, R2 Residence District, of Chapter 320, Zoning, of the CODE of the Municipality of Norristown, as follows: §320-41 – Use Regulations – To permit the use of a duplex in the R-2 Residence District. (74-25) Request for a Variance Applicant: Edwin Leon, Esq., 200 Barr Harbor Dr., Suite 400, West Conshohocken, PA 19428 Property Location: 721 Violet St., Norristown, PA 19401 Property Owner: Juan David Perez Lopez, 1440 Credley Ln, Collegeville, PA 19426 As stated on the Zoning Hearing Board appl …

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Tue Apr 21, 2026 · 18:30

Municipal Council

Council to consider zoning amendments for arcades, window signage, and vape shops

The Norristown Municipal Council will hold a work session including public hearings on three zoning ordinance amendments: restricting amusement devices/arcades, regulating window signage, and creating standards for smoke/vape shops. Other items include a police officer promotion, a stormwater agreement amendment, and reallocation of ARPA funds for a fitness court. The meeting also covers departmental updates and a resolution for firefighter health screenings.

Public hearing and adoption vote on Ordinance 26-01 restricting amusement devices/arcades to CR district by conditional use
Public hearing and adoption vote on Ordinance 26-02 regulating window signage (merchandise within 5 ft of glass)
Public hearing and adoption vote on Ordinance 26-03 creating ‘Significant Tobacco Retailer’ use and restricting smoke/vape shops to CR by conditional use
Resolution 26-33 to promote Officer William Klinger to corporal
Resolution 26-37 reclassifying ARPA funds for National Fitness Campaign Fitness Court installation

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✓ Decided: Council unanimously adopts Amusement Device zoning amendment

The Norristown Municipal Council approved several items, most notably adopting Ordinance 26-01 to amend zoning rules for amusement devices. It also adopted a smoke‑and‑vape shops amendment, approved health‑screening funding for the fire department, and reclassified ARPA funds for a fitness court. The council promoted an officer to corporal and tabled the window‑signage amendment.

Approved minutes from the April 13, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
Approved Resolution 26-33 promoting Officer William Klinger to Corporal (unanimous)
Adopted Ordinance 26-01 Amusement Device Amendment, revising zoning (unanimous)
Adopted Ordinance 26-03 Smoke and Vape Shops Amendment, creating a Significant Tobacco Retailer use (unanimous)
Approved Resolution 26-31 health‑screenings for Fire Department personnel, $61,500 (unanimous)
Approved Resolution 26-32 amendment to the Stormwater Management Agreement (unanimous)
Approved Resolution 26-37 reclassifying ARPA funds for a fitness court in Elmwood Park (unanimous)
Tabled Ordinance 26-02 Window Signage Amendment (vote 5-2)