Pottstown, Pennsylvania
Upcoming
Council Committee of the Whole
The meeting begins with a conditional use hearing at 149 King Street at 6:30 PM, followed by the Committee of the Whole at 7:00 PM. The council will hear a presentation from Montgomery County DA Kevin Steele, review the 2026 paving plan, and vote on the 2025 audit. Other business includes zoning items, a tax service agreement with the school district, and a street closure request for National Night Out.
- Conditional use hearing at 149 King St.
- Presentation by Montgomery County DA Kevin Steele
- 2026 Paving Plan presentation
- 2025 audit approval (Borough and Authority)
- Tax Service Agreement with Pottstown School District
Recent meetings
Pottstown Area Regional Recreation Committee
The Pottstown Area Regional Recreation Committee holds its regular June meeting, covering approval of minutes, a treasurer's report on the Yeck Foundation grant, and updates from county planners and the committee's planner. Old business includes finalizing a promotional rack card and planning the Putt for Parks fundraiser, including sponsor outreach and prizes.
- Receipt and distribution of Yeck Foundation grant
- Review and approval of May 27, 2026 meeting minutes
- Old business: PARRC rack card design (S. Kriczky)
- Old business: Putt for Parks — communications with sponsors and prizes
- Monthly planner report and grants report from T. McCloskey
Land Bank Board
The Pottstown Land Bank Board will hold a regular meeting with public comment, approval of minutes, and financial reports. They will discuss unfinished business including 421 Hale Street and an update on 633 Walnut Street. New business includes the August Judicial Sale. The meeting is largely procedural with informational items.
- Pre-screening applications discussed as information only
- Unfinished business: 421 Hale Street
- Property update: 633 Walnut Street
- New business: August Judicial Sale
Planning Commission
The Pottstown Planning Commission will review meeting minutes, hear public comments, and discuss two 90-day review period extensions for 377 Circle of Progress and Coolidge Commons. Old business includes updates on the Blighted Property Committee, Pottstown Regional Planning, and Keim Street Bridge comments. New business features a proposed zoning ordinance amendment for the Notary Block and a conditional use application for 149 King Street.
- 90-day review period extension for 377 Circle of Progress to 9/30/2026
- 90-day review period extension for Coolidge Commons to 07/19/2026
- Proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendment – Notary Block
- Conditional Use Application - 149 King Street
- Discussion of Keim Street Bridge comments
Historic Architectural Review
The Historic Architectural Review Board will consider several applications for work in Pottstown's historic district. The main items include construction of six new condos at 79 N. Hanover St., a sign and lighting at 130 King St., and a sign on pillars at 1200 High St. Three additional items were administratively approved: a shed at 1028 High St., a fence replacement at 1017 High St., and a railing at 256 Walnut St. The board will also approve minutes and take public comments.
- New condos at 79 N. Hanover St.
- Sign and lighting at 130 King St.
- Sign on pillars at 1200 High St.
- Shed at 1028 High St. (administratively approved)
- Fence replacement at 1017 High St. (administratively approved)
Human Relations Commission
The Pottstown Human Relations Commission will hold a routine meeting. The only action item is approving the minutes from January 13, 2026. The agenda includes reports from the chairperson and finance (none), and opportunities for citizen comments.
- Approve meeting minutes of January 13, 2026
- Zero financial report submitted
- Discussion of events/programs and old/new business
- Citizen comments period scheduled
Council Meeting
Pottstown Borough Council will consider amending the residential rental ordinance to require third-party inspections and vote on a $548,450 contract for Goose and Tanyard Run repair. The consent agenda includes fee increases, a police vehicle sale, and approval of the PART transit budget.
- Ordinance amending Chapter 5 (Code Enforcement) and Chapter 11 (Housing) for third-party rental inspections
- Award of $548,450 repair bid for Goose and Tanyard Run to National Gunite, LLC
- Fee schedule amendment raising Tax Certification fees from $36 to $60 retroactive to May 11
- Land development application at 658 Jefferson Avenue for subdivision into two lots and twin homes
- Approval of PART FY26-27 operating budget and local match resolution
Council Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will discuss a land development proposal at 658 Jefferson Street, a police vehicle bid for a 2008 Ford Expedition, and the Pottstown Area Rapid Transit (PART) budget for FY26-27 along with a local match resolution. Other items include an alcohol consumption request for Ride for the River, a street closure for the Big Boy Locomotive event, and HARB certificates of appropriateness for multiple properties. For the upcoming regular meeting, the Council will consider a fee schedule amendment for tax certification increases and a rental ordinance amendment regarding third-party inspectors.
- Land development proposal at 658 Jefferson
- Police vehicle bid for 2008 Ford Expedition
- PART FY26-27 budget and local match resolution
- Alcohol consumption request for Ride for the River
- HARB certificates of appropriateness for 10 properties including 1028 High St., 76 N. Charlotte St., and others
Zoning Hearing Board
The Zoning Hearing Board will hold hearings on two applications. The first is an appeal by Baljit S. Multani of a zoning officer's denial to permit a convenience store at 415 W. High Street, due to proximity to another convenience store. The second is a variance request by The Wyndcroft School Inc. to install freestanding poles with banner/flag signs along the 1300 block of Wilson Street.
- Appeal 07-2026: Baljit S. Multani challenges denial of convenience store permit at 415 W. High Street (proximity violation §320.4.B)
- Appeal 08-2026: Wyndcroft School seeks variance for four 12-ft high freestanding poles with banner/flag signs (12 sq ft each) on Wilson Street
- Properties involved: 415 W. High Street (Downtown District), 415 Rosedale Drive and 1301 Wilson Street (Neighborhood Residential District)
Pottstown Area Regional Recreation Committee
The Pottstown Area Regional Recreation Committee meets for routine business including approval of minutes, treasurer's report with a foundation grant and PayPal payment, and discussion of the 2026 Putt for Parks minigolf tournament and NRPA conference. Several items are tabled or under review.
- Receipt and distribution of Yeck Foundation grant
- TCN Membership Fee discussion
- Borough PayPal payment request
- 2026 Putt for Parks Minigolf Tournament
- Draft donor letter for PARRC Foundation
Land Bank Board
The Land Bank Board will review financial reports and administrator updates. The agenda includes discussions on properties at 421 Hale Street and 633 Walnut Street, as well as a vote on policies and procedures.
- Property update: 421 Hale Street
- Property update: 633 Walnut Street
- Approval of Policies & Procedures
- Land Bank Pre-Screening Applications (Information Only)
Planning Commission
The Pottstown Planning Commission will review and potentially act on the extension of the 90-day review period for Coolidge Commons, which has been extended until June 19, 2026. The commission will also note a requested extension for 377 Circle of Progress, though that item will not be presented this month. Old business includes updates from the Blighted Property Committee, Pottstown Regional Planning, and comments on the Keim Street Bridge.
- Coolidge Commons: 90-day review period extended to 06/19/2026
- 377 Circle of Progress: extension request noted, not presented this month
- Keim Street Bridge comments under old business
- Blighted Property Committee update
- Pottstown Regional Planning discussion
Historic Architectural Review
The Pottstown Historic Architectural Review Board will consider two applications: installing a sign on existing pillars at 1200 High Street for Nedelle's notary tag and titles, and restoring wood dormers and windows at 71 N. Hanover Street due to fire damage. The board also notes two administratively approved roof replacements at 65 King Street and 714 High Street. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes, old and new business, and public comments.
- Install sign on existing pillars at 1200 High St. for Nedelle’s notary tag and titles
- Restore wood dormers and wood windows at 71 N. Hanover St. due to fire damage, matching original
- Administratively approved: replace asphalt shingles and rubber roof with shingles and new EPDM system at 65 King St.
- Administratively approved: remove existing roof, install new tapered insulation and 60 mil TPO at 714 High St.
Blighted Property Review Committee
The Blighted Property Review Committee will conduct a bus tour of five identified properties (452 N. Charlotte Street, 1312 Queen Street, 11 Chestnut Street, 253 Chestnut Street, 1143 South Street) as part of its regular review. The meeting includes public comment, approval of prior minutes, and general discussion.
- Bus tour of 452 N. Charlotte Street
- Bus tour of 1312 Queen Street
- Bus tour of 11 Chestnut Street
- Bus tour of 253 Chestnut Street
- Bus tour of 1143 South Street
Pottstown Borough Authority
The Pottstown Borough Authority will discuss and possibly approve a $468,855 contract (NOITA) for Contract No. LR-3 under the Phase 3 LSR Project, and conditionally approve a Notice to Proceed upon solicitor and engineer review. Other business includes discussion of a Water Service Line Ordinance, approval of the 2025 Authority Audit, and an EPA offer for an expedited settlement action at the Pottstown Water Filtration Plant.
- Discussion and possible approval of NOITA for Contract No. LR-3 under Phase 3 LSR Project for $468,855.00
- Discussion and possible conditional approval of Notice to Proceed for Contract No. LR-3 for $468,855.00
- Discussion on Water Service Line Ordinance
- Approval of 2025 Authority Audit
- EPA Offer for Expedited Settlement Action - Pottstown Water Filtration Plant
Human Relations Commission
This is a procedural meeting with no substantive items on the agenda. The commission will approve minutes from January 13, 2026, and review upcoming meeting dates.
Council Meeting
The Pottstown Borough Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda containing 14 items, including zoning and land development ordinance amendments, land development approvals, fee changes, and event requests. New business includes a conditional use application for a residential conversion at 404 N. Charlotte Street and a possible action on a zoning hearing board application for sign variances at Wyndcroft School. Public comment is limited to residents and taxpayers.
- Zoning ordinance amendment to remove the 'similar uses' catch-all in six overlay districts, with a public hearing to be advertised
- Preliminary/final approval for 504-512 Chestnut Street land development with $26,820 open space fee and $5,500 tree fee
- Police vehicle bids awarded: 2020 Ford Explorer ($6,502), 2008 Ford Expedition ($5,000), and another 2020 Ford Explorer ($6,105)
- Tax certification fee increase from $36 to $60 per certification year
- Conditional use application to convert the rear first-floor commercial unit at 404 N. Charlotte Street to a third residential unit
Council Committee of the Whole
The Pottstown Council Committee of the Whole meets to hold a conditional use hearing for a property at 404 N Charlotte Street. Other items include land development at 504-512 Chestnut Street, zoning amendments for 415 Rosedale and 415 E High, a police vehicle bid, and multiple street closure requests for community events. The meeting also features presentations on police promotions and the PAED Streetscape Plan.
- Conditional use hearing for 404 N Charlotte
- Land development application for 504-512 Chestnut Street
- Zoning amendments for 415 Rosedale/1301 Wilson St (Wyndcroft School) and 415 E High
- Police vehicle bid (multiple vendors)
- Street closure requests for Soapbox Derby, Patriotic 5k, and Red Horse Motoring Club car shows
Land Bank Board
The Pottstown Land Bank Board is meeting to approve minutes, receive a financial report, and hear an administrator's report. The board will review pre-screening applications for information only and discuss unfinished business including properties at 421 Hale Street and 633 Walnut Street, as well as an annual review of policies and procedures.
- Pre-screening applications for land bank properties (information only)
- Property update on 421 Hale Street
- Property update on 633 Walnut Street
- Required annual review of policies and procedures
- Statement of Financial Interest deadline reminder (May 1)
Zoning Hearing Board
The Pottstown Zoning Hearing Board will hold a business meeting and hearing on two applications: an amended variance request from Lastick Acquisitions, LLC for properties at 79 N. Hanover Street and 148 Chestnut Street, and an appeal by Fausto Pinos regarding a zoning permit denial for 382 Union Alley. Public comment will be taken.
- Application 02-2026: Lastick Acquisitions, LLC seeks variances from setback, driveway width, and access lane requirements for former church properties at 79 N. Hanover (7,000 sq ft) and 148 Chestnut (4,336 sq ft) in the Traditional Town Neighborhood district.
- Application 04-2026: Fausto Pinos appeals the Zoning Officer's February 26, 2026 denial of a zoning permit for 382 Union Alley based on abandoned use.
- Public comment period included in the meeting.
Planning Commission
The Pottstown Planning Commission will consider a conditional use application for 404 N. Charlotte Street. The commission also has three properties under 90-day review periods: 504-512 Chestnut Street, Coolidge Commons (extended), and 377 Circle of Progress Drive. Old business includes the Blighted Property Committee, Pottstown Regional Planning, and Keim Street Bridge comments.
- Conditional use application for 404 N. Charlotte Street
- 90-day review period for 504-512 Chestnut Street ending 05/19/2026
- Extended 90-day review period for Coolidge Commons to 06/19/2026
- 90-day review period for 377 Circle of Progress Drive ending 06/16/2026
- Keim Street Bridge comments as old business
Ordinance Review Committee
The Ordinance Review Committee will discuss proposed revisions to four ordinances: data centers, vacant commercial properties, keeping of chickens, and shared parking lots for residential uses. Several items are deferred to July 15, 2026. The committee also notes pending future reviews on signs, trash pick-ups, underground parking, and nonconformity protections.
- Review of Data Centers (Chapter 27)
- Review of Vacant Commercial Properties (Chapter 5, Part 16)
- Review of Keeping of Chickens (Chapters 2 and 27)
- Review of Shared Parking Lots for Residential Uses (Chapter 27, § 607)
Historic Architectural Review
The Pottstown Historic Architectural Review Board will reorganize and then review a proposed two-story rear addition at 1028 High St. designed to match the existing structure's style and color. Two minor projects have already been administratively approved: replacing asphalt shingles at 218 Beech St. and a garage door at 256 Walnut St. The board will also address old and new business and hear public comments.
- Reorganization of the HARB
- 1028 High St. – two-story rear addition review
- 218 Beech St. – asphalt shingle replacement (administratively approved)
- 256 Walnut St. – garage door replacement (administratively approved)
Blighted Property Review Committee
The committee will conduct reorganization and review the status of properties on the current list. The meeting includes an overview of the blight process by the Solicitor and identification of properties for a May bus tour.
- Review of status of properties on the current list
- Identification of properties for May Bus Tour
Human Relations Commission
The commission meets for a regular session with a procedural agenda. Items include approving the January 13, 2026 meeting minutes, noting no finance report, and reviewing the 2026 meeting schedule. There are no substantive reports, ordinances, or public hearings listed.
- Approval of January 13, 2026 meeting minutes
- Finance report: none
- Review of 2026 meeting dates (monthly through December)
- Comments from citizens
- Commissioner's comments and reports
Council Meeting
The Pottstown Council will consider a consent agenda including a $229,250 contract for Brookside Park construction, police promotions and hiring, grant applications, and a zoning variance appeal. A new business item involves a variance request for properties at 79 N. Hanover Street and 148 Chestnut Street.
- Award Brookside Park construction contract to Couzins Inc. for $229,250
- Promote four officers: Zachary Robinson, Steve Dise to sergeant; Ryan Guth, Andrew Licwinko, Matthew Maciejewski to corporal
- Extend conditional job offers to five new police applicants
- Zoning variance request for front and rear yard setbacks at 79 N. Hanover St./148 Chestnut St.
- Authorize $10,000 transfer from Tree Fund to Pottstown Trees Inc. for ash tree treatment
Council Committee of the Whole
The Pottstown Council Committee of the Whole will discuss and potentially act on a bid award for Brookside Park construction, multiple grant applications for the Ricketts Community Center and a storm culvert replacement, and two zoning applications (79 N. Hanover, 382 Union Alley). The agenda also includes civil service promotional eligibility lists, several presentations, and requests for alcohol consumption, street closures, and parking lot use.
- Bid Award – Brookside Park Construction Contract
- CDBG Grant Application – Ricketts Community Center
- Flood Mitigation Program Grant Application – Storm Culvert Replacement
- Zoning Application – 79 N. Hanover
- Civil Service Promotional Eligibility Lists (Sergeant, Corporal, New Police Applicants)