Norristown public meetings in 2021
15 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Municipal Council
The Council will review several funding requests, including $675,000 for sewer system evaluations and funds for a skatepark at Poley Park. The session also includes the appointment of a new Police Chief and a $2 million redevelopment grant application.
- $2,000,000 RACP funding application for Main and DeKalb Streets redevelopment
- $675,000 ARPA allocation for sewer system engineering services
- ARPA funds for a new skatepark at Poley Park
- Appointment of Derrick Wood as Police Chief
- Contract with 911 Safety Equipment Inc. for police uniforms
Municipal Council
The Council will consider adopting the 2022-2026 Capital Improvements Plan and a police mutual aid agreement. Agenda items also include reviewing tax sale bids and ratifying union contract extensions for police and firefighters. Additionally, council will review amendments to property transfer and sewer inspection ordinances.
- Adoption of the 2022-2026 Capital Improvements Plan
- Norristown Police Department participation in Montgomery County mutual aid plan
- Three-year audit services contract with Maillie LLP
- Ordinance amending property transfer and sewer lateral inspection rules
- Ratification of contract extensions for FOP Lodge 31 and IAFF Local 2335
Municipal Council
The Council will vote on the 2022 budget and tax rate and select a final candidate for Police Chief from two nominees. The agenda also includes a new lead poisoning prevention ordinance and updates on unlicensed rental properties.
- Adoption of the 2022 Budget and Tax Rate (Ordinance 21-15)
- Selection of a final Police Chief candidate between Frank Lombardo and Derrick Wood
- New Lead Poisoning Prevention and Lead Hazard Control ordinance (Ordinance 21-14)
- Land development plan extension for 408 West Wood Street
- Conditional employment offers for top three entry-level police candidates
Municipal Council
The Council will conduct the first reading of the FY 2022 Budget Ordinance, which proposes retaining a millage rate of 16.0. Other items include approving new disabled parking spaces and changes to traffic movements at Arch and Summit Streets.
- First reading of the FY 2022 Budget Ordinance with a 16.0 millage rate
- Ordinance No. 21-13 regarding prohibited turns at Arch and Summit Streets
- Resolution No. 21-81 for new disabled parking spaces on Astor, Spruce, Moore, and Washington Streets
- Contract award to Systems Solution, Inc (SSI) for cabling and phone services
- Oath of office for entry level police officer Lawrence Keys
Municipal Council
The Council will review presentations regarding lead poisoning hazards and the benefits of lead-safe certification. The agenda includes requests to advertise the proposed 2022 operating budget and a new lead hazard control ordinance. Additionally, developers will present proposals for townhomes and senior housing.
- Proposed Ordinance 21-14 for Lead Poisoning Prevention And Lead Hazard Control
- Request to advertise the proposed 2022 Municipality of Norristown Operating Budget
- $133,282.98 contract with BP Patterson, Inc for Rapp Alley Storm Water Installation
- 26 townhome development proposal at 600 E. Fornance
- Ordinance 21-13 to prohibit certain turns at Arch and Summit Streets
Municipal Council
The Council will review fiscal year 2022 pension plan obligations for police, fire, and non-uniform plans. The agenda also includes furniture purchases for the Recreation Center Basement and a fencing change order for Latsahw McCarthy Field.
- Furniture purchase for Recreation Center Basement (Resolution No. 21-73)
- EC Fenceworks Change Order for Latsahw McCarthy Field and The Little League Field Complex (Resolution No. 21-78)
- FY 2022 pension plan obligations (Resolution No. 21-77)
- Historical Architectural Review Board applications
Municipal Council
The Council will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning text amendment for a multi-family residential district. The agenda also includes requests to increase a contract for utility assistance administration and to reallocate CDBG CV-1 funding.
- Zoning text amendment for PROSOV, LLC development including 371 total units and 568 parking spaces
- $16,000 increase to CGP&H contract for Mortgage & Utility Assistance Program administration
- Reallocation of CDBG CV-1 funds to create a new administrative project line item
Municipal Council
The council is reviewing a $50,000 contract for housing legal services and adjustments to COVID-19 mortgage and utility assistance programs. The session also includes proposed updates to property maintenance and contractor licensing ordinances. Additionally, the council will consider establishing new disabled parking spaces at five locations.
- $50,000 contract to Legal Aid of Southeastern PA for housing legal services
- Amendments to Property Maintenance and Contractor Licensing codes
- New disabled parking spaces on Pine, Jacoby, Fornance, Lafayette, and Buttonwood Streets
- Adjustments to CDBG CV-3 mortgage, rental, and utility assistance programs
- MOU with Borough of Pottstown regarding JAG program funds
Municipal Council
The Council is reviewing several contract authorizations for recreation center repairs and infrastructure projects. Discussions include new disabled parking spaces and a potential process for private alley maintenance. The session also covers the establishment of a Norristown Stormwater Authority.
- $387,936 in contracts for Recreation Center and field flood damage repairs
- $177,836 award to G&B Construction for Arch Street Greenway Project Phase I
- New disabled parking spaces at 521 E. Basin St, 408 E. Moore St, 428 E. Spruce St, and 364 E. Moore St
- $30,000 change order for Sawmill Run Creek Culvert replacement services
- $24,000 contract for a Blight Study and Redevelopment Area Plan
Municipal Council
The Council will review a bid award for the Sawmill Run Creek Culvert replacement and resolutions for fire equipment and emergency communications systems. The agenda also includes historical architectural reviews and assessment appeal stipulations.
- $719,000.00 contract award to JPS Construction Company for Sawmill Run Creek Culvert replacement
- Resolution 21-31 for the purchase of fire hose and adapters
- Resolution 21-32 for a backup public safety emergency communications system
- Review of March 2021 Historical Architectural Review Board applications
- Approval of assessment appeal stipulations involving Norristown Area School District
Municipal Council
The Council is reviewing several items including police appointments and land development requests. This session includes a proposal to reprogram funds to cover a $46,668 reduction in the FY 2021 budget. The agenda also features discussions on Lafayette Street and potential community gardens.
- Ordinance 21-05: Acceptance of Lafayette Street into the Official Plan
- Reprogramming funds to cover a $46,668 reduction in the FY 2021 budget
- Destruction of 2000 arrest records
- Land development approvals for 15-17 East Fornance St and 26 & 36 W. Wood St
- Appointment of Sunanda Charles to the Stormwater Advisory Committee
Municipal Council
The Norristown Municipal Council will consider several contracts for municipal hall renovations and the Arch Street Greenway Project. The agenda also includes a resolution regarding local minimum wage legislation and the acceptance of Lafayette Street into the official street plan.
- Contracts for Municipal Hall Additions and Renovations: S&S Electrical Services, Inc. ($140,000), Hirschberg Mechanical ($74,530.00), and MJF Electrical Contracting, Inc. ($40,000.00)
- Intent to award G&B Construction $177,836.00 for the Arch Street Greenway Project Phase I
- Resolution urging the PA Legislature and Governor to allow local minimum wage legislation
- Ordinance 21-05 regarding the acceptance of Lafayette Street into the Official Plan of the Streets
- Appointment of Kathy Pfister as Municipal Director of Finance and Tax Collector
Municipal Council
The Council will review several land development requests and contract awards for park repairs. Members will also discuss the public posting of rental property owner and inspection information. Additionally, the session includes discussions on tax abatement ordinances and police DNA testing services.
- Flood damage repair contracts for painting ($100,276), flooring ($69,900), fencing ($128,760), and paving ($89,000)
- Contract for Rapid DNA Testing Services with BODE Cellmark Forensics, Inc.
- $35,000 contract purchase from Buxton for Consumer Impact Dashboard and Scout Solution
- Amending HRG professional consultant services for stormwater utility not to exceed $100,000
- Final land development approval for 200 E. Logan Street
Municipal Council
The Council will review appointments to several local boards and committees. Agenda items include awarding a contract for sidewalk replacement and discussing renovation bids for Municipal Hall. A presentation on a proposed mixed-use development is also scheduled.
- $173,400 contract award to NJS Concrete, LLC for ADA ramp installation
- Intent to award $381,200 for sprinkler services and $89,400 for remediation at Municipal Hall
- Proposed mixed-use development at 579 E. Lafayette St.
- New disabled parking spaces at 1108 Swede Street and 700 W. Elm Street
- Amendments to the Abandoned Real Property ordinance
General
The Norristown Council will hold a reorganization meeting to elect officers and consider staff reappointments. The Council will also conduct public hearings regarding a zoning change at 700 Sterigere Street and the proposed FY 2021 Community Development Block Grant budget.
- Rezoning of 700 Sterigere Street to Limited Industrial Mixed Use District
- Proposed FY 2021 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) budget
- Election of 2021 Council President and Vice President
- Resolution 21-01 regarding the reappointment of professional staff
- Review of December 2020 Historical Architectural Review Board applications