Norristown public meetings in 2023
21 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Municipal Council
The Norristown Municipal Council will hold a work session to review administrative appointments, redevelopment plans, and municipal contracts. The council is asked to appoint Dr. Jacqueline Bailey-Davis as police chief and direct a development team to draft a formal proposal for the 68-acre State Hospital Grounds site. Additional items include FY2024 budget advertising, a lease for a small business center at 401 DeKalb Street, disabled parking approvals, and a janitorial services contract award.
- Resolution No. 23-88: Appoint Dr. Jacqueline Bailey-Davis as Chief of Police effective Jan 2, 2024
- Motion to select a development team to prepare a formal proposal for the 68-acre State Hospital Grounds site
- Ordinance No. 23-09: Advertise FY2024 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Proposed Budget
- Lease negotiation for Suite 105 at 401 DeKalb Street to house the Norristown Small Business Assistance Center and Chamber of Commerce
- Resolution No. 23-86: Approve disabled parking spaces at five addresses, including 203 Summit Street and 129 Rosemont Avenue
Stormwater Authority
The Board will consider adopting the 2024 Budget and Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). Staff will also present information regarding the Pollutant Reduction Plan for the municipality's NPDES permit renewal due in 2025.
- Adoption of the 2024 Budget and Capital Improvement Plan
- Presentation on the Pollutant Reduction Plan (PRP)
- Stormwater updates from the Operations Manager
Municipal Council
The Council will consider adopting the FY 2024 budget and a real estate tax rate increase from 17.00 to 17.25 mills. The agenda also includes approving a $160,000 grant amendment for property acquisition at 14 West Main Street. Additionally, the Council will review the 2024-2028 Capital Improvements Plan and the 2024 Consolidated Fee Schedule.
- Adoption of FY 2024 Budget and real estate tax rate increase from 17.00 to 17.25 mills
- $160,000 grant amendment for commercial property acquisition at 14 West Main Street
- Adoption of the 2024-2028 Capital Improvements Plan
- Adoption of the 2024 Consolidated Fee Schedule
- Purchase of a washer extractor and drying system for firefighting garments
Municipal Council
The Council will discuss the 2024-2028 Capital Improvements Plan and the 2024 fee schedule. The session includes a first reading of Ordinance 23-08 to increase the millage rate from 17.00 to 17.25. Other items include contract awards for security equipment and a new skate park.
- First reading of Ordinance 23-08 to adopt FY 2024 Budget and increase millage rate from 17.00 to 17.25
- $1,000,000 contract award to Spohn Ranch Skate Parks for Poley Skate Park
- $182,891 contract award to CGP&H for rehabilitation professional services
- $120,819 purchase of security equipment from Valley Forge Security
- Public hearing for a mural at 1161 Markley Street
Municipal Council
The Norristown Municipal Council will review the proposed 2024 annual operating budget and two mixed-use development proposals. The council is also considering an $800,000 ARPA funding agreement for small business assistance. Additionally, a $1 million contract for Poley Skate Park is up for approval.
- Intent to award $1,000,000 contract to Spohn Ranch Skate Parks for Poley Skate Park
- Request for $800,000 in ARPA funding for small business and economic development
- Purchase of a new Ford Explorer SUV for the Police Chief up to $49,318.00
- Presentation of mixed-use developments at Main & DeKalb and 225 East Main Street
- Establishment of disabled parking spaces on Stanbridge, Haws, Cherry, and Noble streets
Stormwater Authority
The Board will discuss the 2024 proposed budget and Capital Improvement Plan. The meeting also includes a resolution for a new dump truck purchase not to exceed $160,000. Additionally, the Board will consider approving previous meeting minutes.
- Resolution for a 2024 Ford F-550 dump truck purchase not to exceed $160,000
- Presentation of the 2024 Proposed Budget and Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
- Approval of October 5, 2023, and September 7, 2023, meeting minutes
Municipal Council
The Council will review zoning amendments for amusement devices and a liquor license transfer to 1719 Markley St. Members will also discuss land development at 825 DeKalb Street and a mixed-use project at 48 E Main St. Additionally, the session includes decisions on police vehicle purchases and a new parking enforcement vendor.
- Purchase of three Ford Interceptor SUVs not to exceed $276,000.00
- Three-year contract with United Public Safety Inc. for $139,958
- Zoning amendment regarding 'Amusement devices' and 'Arcade' regulations
- Land development approval for 825 DeKalb Street to expand DeKalb Supermarket
- Purchase of two Ford F-350 trucks with snowplows not to exceed $196,000
Stormwater Authority
The Board will review an annual summary of stormwater operations projects completed during 2022 and 2023. Staff will also lead a discussion regarding the 2024 Budget and Capital Improvement Plan (CIP).
- Annual Summary of 2022 - 2023 Stormwater Operations Projects
- Discussion for 2024 Budget and CIP
Municipal Council
The Norristown Municipal Council will consider several appointments and contract extensions. Items include approving police promotional lists and a speed limit reduction on DeKalb Street. The council will also review pension obligations for fiscal year 2024.
- Reducing the speed limit on DeKalb Street to 25 MPH
- Appointing Bri’Ana Cropps-Hawkins as Recreation Director
- Approving police promotional lists for Corporal and Sergeant
- Extending the IAFF Local 2335 contract through December 31, 2024
- Sharing JAG award funds with Pottstown Borough
Municipal Council
The Council will consider several resolutions including a contract for food hall feasibility at 1 West Main Street and a $1.5 million grant request for the Arch Street Greenway Project. Additionally, officials will discuss reducing the speed limit on DeKalb Street to 25 MPH and renewing a memorandum with the Norristown Chamber of Commerce.
- Contract award to Colicchio Consulting for $32,500 for Food Hall Feasibility & Planning at 1 West Main Street
- $1.5 million PennDOT grant application for Arch Street Greenway Project phases III and IV
- Ordinance to reduce the speed limit on DeKalb Street to 25 MPH
- Purchase of signage from iSIGN Architectural Signage for $22,500
- New professional services agreement with MuniReg, LLC for foreclosure property registration
Stormwater Authority
The Board will meet to review and approve updated impervious area calculations for six specific addresses on Ann Street and High Street. This action is part of the authority's operational oversight.
- Approval of impervious areas for 123 Ann Street
- Approval of impervious areas for 145 Ann Street
- Approval of impervious areas for 825 High Street
- Approval of impervious areas for 827 High Street
- Approval of impervious areas for 829 High Street and 831 High Street
Municipal Council
The Council will review a conditional use application for The Grand at Main & DeKalb. Other items include adopting the 2021 International Fire Code and applying for a justice assistance grant.
- Conditional Use Approval for 'The Grand at Main & DeKalb' mixed-use building
- Hiring of two career firefighters
- Ordinance No. 23-05: Adoption of the 2021 Edition of the International Fire Code
- Application for the 2023 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG)
- Resolution No. 23-59: Disabled parking spaces at 633 Noble Street and 321 E. Marshall Street
Stormwater Authority
The Board will review a request to revise the 2023 Stormwater Budget due to a project carry-over from 2022. The meeting also includes a resolution for a $585,119.00 payment to Anrich Inc.
- Revised 2023 Stormwater Budget request
- $585,119.00 payment to Anrich Inc for 2022 projects
- Acceptance of maintenance bond expiring May 30, 2025
Municipal Council
The Council will hold a public hearing for Ordinance 23-02 to add a Master Plan section to Chapter 320 Zoning. Additionally, the Council will review preliminary December 2022 financial results and ratify a noise ordinance waiver for PECO work on Marshall Street.
- Public hearing for Ordinance 23-02 regarding land development Master Plan requirements
- Resolution 23-31 to approve the surplus sale of a 1995 Ladder Truck
- Ratification of a noise ordinance waiver for PECO work on Marshall Street
- Review of April 2023 Historical Architectural Review Board applications
Municipal Council
The council will review several contract approvals and funding requests. This includes proposals for a new fire ladder truck, streetscape construction, and business recruitment services.
- $2,015,000 purchase of a 100' ladder truck from Glick Fire Equipment
- $733,967 construction contract for Main Street Streetscape Phase IV
- $45,000 contract with Retail Strategies for business recruitment services
- $70,000 ARPA funding for Riverfront Park amenities and a pavilion
- $18,000 agreement to conduct a police chief search
Municipal Council
The Council will review a construction contract for the Main Street Streetscape project. Other items include police promotions and the sale of fire department vehicles.
- Intent to award $733,967 contract to Marino Corporation for Main Street Streetscape Phase IV
- Promotion of Michael Choiniere to Police Corporal
- Authorization to advertise the sale of two fire department vehicles
- Advertisement for a Comcast franchise renewal agreement
- Public auction of 25 surplus municipal items and vehicles
Municipal Council
The Council will consider a request to pay Integrated Security Solutions, LLC $29,610 for a community camera project site survey. The agenda also includes a presentation of public transit survey results and a request to advertise a zoning ordinance amendment. Additionally, the Council will review assessment appeal stipulations involving the Norristown Area School District.
- $29,610 payment request for community camera project site survey
- Presentation of public transit survey results and analysis
- Request to advertise Ordinance 23-02 regarding zoning 'Master Plan' requirements
- Review of assessment appeal stipulations involving Norristown Area School District
Municipal Council
The Council will vote on joining a national opioid settlement against several pharmaceutical companies and retailers. The agenda also includes grant applications for fire department staffing and equipment. Additionally, the meeting features a Verizon franchise renewal and land development approval for the Elmwood Park Zoo.
- Land development approval for Elmwood Park Zoo Welcome Center at 1661 Harding Blvd
- SAFER Grant application to hire six additional full-time firefighters
- $24,500 AFG Grant application for fire equipment
- Franchise renewal agreement with Verizon Pennsylvania LLC
- Participation in National Opioid Settlement CL-388028
Municipal Council
The council will review the 2021 financial audit and discuss several development projects. Items include a budget amendment for CDBG-CV funding and updates on land development phasing.
- $953,527 contract award to Metra Industries for sanitary sewer evaluations
- $193,915 purchase of police department furnishings from Corbett Inc.
- $334,257 budget amendment for HUD CDBG-CV funding
- Rescinding the Poley Skate Park award to rebid the project
- Oath of office for new entry-level police officers
Municipal Council
The Council will consider whether to appeal a zoning decision regarding a homeless shelter at 800 West Marshall Street. The agenda also includes ratifying a $23,500 fireworks contract and approving a police agreement extension. Additionally, Council Member Lauren Hughes will take an oath of office.
- Potential appeal of zoning decision for Code Blue homeless shelter at 800 West Marshall Street
- Ratification of $23,500 contract with Zambelli Fireworks for July 4th fireworks
- Approval of a one-year agreement with Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #31
- Establishment of a disabled parking space at 225 E Elm Street
- Oath of office for Council Member Lauren Hughes
Municipal Council
The meeting includes a reorganization session to elect council officers and administer oaths of office. Council will also consider police promotions, advisory board appointments, and the FY2023 Community Development Block Grant budget. Additionally, members will review a contract for a police services analysis and an amendment regarding responsible contractors.
- $72,185 contract to Center for Public Safety Management, LLC for police services analysis
- Promotion of Michael Bishop to Police Captain and James Angelucci to Police Lieutenant
- Adoption of Ordinance 22-08 for the FY2023 Community Development Block Grant budget
- Amendment to Chapter 133 regarding 'Responsible Contractors'
- Election of 2023 Council President and Vice President