Emmaus, Pennsylvania
Emmaus Pennsylvania average (US Census ACS)
Population11,727
Per-capita income$44,315
Median home value$244,300
Typical home value $397,830 +4.4% yr/yr · +32.1% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
Reuniones recientes
Wed Jul 22, 2026
Zoning Hearing Board
La Junta escuchará solicitud de varianza para rampa de discapacitados en el derecho de paso
La Junta de Audiencias de Zonificación considerará una apelación de Matt Spangenberg para una varianza para instalar una rampa de discapacitados de 5'4-1/2" x 24' dentro del derecho de paso de 12 pies en 16 S. 4th Street, en el Downtown Core District. La varianza se solicita respecto a la Ordenanza del Municipio Capítulo 21, Parte 2, Sección 21-202 sobre obstrucciones permanentes.
- Apelación 10655 – Matt Spangenberg solicita una varianza para una rampa de discapacitados dentro del derecho de paso en 16 S. 4th Street, Emmaus.
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ZONING HEARING BOARD
AGENDA
Notice is hereby given that the Borough of Emmaus Zoning Hearing Board will meet on Wednesday, J uly
2 2 , 202 6 at 6 :00 P.M. at Borough Hall at 28 S. 4 th Street, Emmaus, PA 18049 and v ia Zoom to hear the
following appeal:
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APPEAL 106 55 – Matt Spangenber g 58 Township Rd, Macungie, PA 18062 for property located at 16
S. 4th Street, Emmaus, PA 18049 . Applicant proposes to install a 5 ’ 4-1/2 ” x 24 ’ handicap ramp within the
12-foot Right of Way. Applicant is requesting a Variance to Borough Ordinance Chapter 21, Part 2 Right of
Way Obstructions, Section 21-202, Permanent Obstructions and any other relief deemed necessary at time
of hearing. Property is located in the Downtown Core District (DC)
Brent Reed - Zoning Officer
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Mon Jul 20, 2026
Borough Council Meetings
Council considers vacating part of Perkiomen Street and adding disabled parking
The Borough Council will discuss two new ordinances regarding street changes and parking. The meeting also includes personnel decisions for the police and EMS departments and a review of the 2nd Quarter 2026 Budget Performance Report.
- Ordinance 1288: Vacating a portion of Perkiomen Street
- Ordinance 1289: Adding residential disabled parking in front of 217 N 7th Street
- Hiring of a Police Chief
- Hiring of four part-time EMS staff: Casey Schreiner, Ciara Cruz, Jordan Meyer, and Erick Haman
- Resolution 2026-24 Bill List
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Emmaus Borough Council
Agenda
July 20, 2026 6:00 PM
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Personal Appeals, Part I
4. Community Minute
5. Special Presentations
5.A Emmaus Community Foundation Presentation
6. Reading of Council Meeting Minutes
6.A June 15, 2026, Council Meeting Minutes
7. Decisions on Bids
8. Communications
8.A 5th Street Cross Event Request
8.B Danyell Himes Letter of Resignation for the EMS Department
8.C Deputy Chief Bryan Hamscher notification entering the Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP)
effective August 28, 2026
8.D Notice of Resignation from the Joint Environmental Advisory Council received from Brittany Billman
9. Borough Engineer's Report
10. Solicitor's Report
11. Unfinished Business, Part I
12. New Business
12.A Ordinance 1288: AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF EMMAUS, LEHIGH COUNTY,
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, VACATING A PORTION OF PERKIOMEN
STREET AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE
12.B Ordinance 1289: AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF EMMAUS, LEHIGH COUNTY,
PENNSYLVANIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 15 §602.3.A OF THE EMMAUS BOROUGH CODE, ADDING
RESIDENTIAL DISABLED PARKING SIGN AND ASSIGNING PERMITTED PARKING SPACE ON A
PUBLIC STREET LOCATED IN FRONT OF 217 N 7th STREET WITHIN THE BOROUGH OF EMMAUS
13. Unfinished Business, Part II
14. Items Not on Agenda - Subject to Rule 9
15. Mayor's Report
16. Public Works Committee Report - Chad Ballie
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Mon Jul 20, 2026
Borough Council Meetings
Emmaus council to vacate portion of Perkiomen Street
The Emmaus Borough Council will hold a public hearing to consider Ordinance 1288, which would vacate a portion of Perkiomen Street. The meeting will also include solicitor comments and a period for public and council comments.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 1288
- Vacating portion of Perkiomen Street
- Solicitor comments
- Public comments period
- Council comments period
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Emmaus Borough Council
Public Hearing Agenda
July 20, 2026, 6:00PM
1. Attendance of Council Members
2. Public Hearing
2.1 Ordinance 1288: an Ordinance of the Borough of Emmaus, Lehigh County, Commonwealth of
Pennsylvania, vacating a portion of Perkiomen Street and providing for severability and an effective date
3. Solicitor Comments
4. Public Comments
5. Council Comments
6. Adjournment
Thu Jul 9, 2026
Planning Commission Meetings
La Comisión de Planificación considerará un edificio de apartamentos de 12 unidades en 37 N 2nd Street
La comisión aceptará una renuncia, considerará una solicitud de exención para un campo de minigolf en 1449 Chestnut Street, discutirá un edificio de apartamentos de 12 unidades en 37 N 2nd Street y revisará una modificación de NPDES para The Fields at Indian Creek. También elegirán a un nuevo presidente y revisarán facturas de Hanover Engineering, ARRO Consulting y Gross McGinley.
- Renuncia de Nigel Watt de la Comisión de Planificación con efecto inmediato
- Solicitud de exención de 6 meses para el campo de minigolf en House and Barn, 1449 Chestnut Street
- Discusión de un edificio de apartamentos de 12 unidades en 37 N 2nd Street
- Modificación de NPDES para The Fields at Indian Creek
- Elección de un nuevo presidente
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Emmaus Borough Planning Commission
Agenda
July 9, 2026 7:00 PM
1. Call to Order
2. Reading of the Meeting Minutes
2.a Minutes 3/12/2026
3. Communications
3.a Nigel Watt - Resignation from Planning Commission – effective immediately
4. Unfinished Business
4.a House and Barn, 1449 Chestnut Street - Mini Golf Course - 6-month Waiver Request
4.b 37 N 2nd Street - 12 Unit Apartment Building
4.c The Fields at Indian Creek -NPDES Modification
5. New Business
5.a Elect Chairman
6. Bill Review
6.a Bill Review - Hanover Engineering
6.b Bill Reivew - ARRO Consulting Inc
6.c Bill Review - Gross McGinley
7. Chairman's Business
8. Adjournment
Wed Jun 24, 2026
Zoning Hearing Board
La junta de zonificación decidirá sobre un edificio de apartamentos de 36 unidades en 300 Furnace St
La Junta de Audiencias de Zonificación de Emmaus escuchará dos apelaciones el 24 de junio de 2026. La primera busca la modificación de las aprobaciones de excepción especial para permitir un quinto edificio de apartamentos de mediana altura con 36 unidades en 300 Furnace Street. La segunda solicita una excepción especial para convertir un espacio de oficina vacío en el primer piso en un apartamento de un dormitorio en 559 Chestnut Street.
- Apelación 10653: CSW Furnace Street Emmaus L.P. solicita la modificación de una excepción especial para construir un edificio de apartamentos de mediana altura de 36 unidades en 300 Furnace Street en el Urban Edge Neighborhood District.
- Apelación 10654: BAM Management, LLC solicita una excepción especial para convertir una oficina vacía en el primer piso en un apartamento residencial de un dormitorio en 559 Chestnut Street en el Downtown Core District.
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ZONING HEARING BOARD
AGENDA
Notice is hereby given that the Borough of Emmaus Zoning Hearing Board will meet on Wednesday, June
24, 2026 at 6:00 P.M. at Borough Hall at 28 S. 4th Street, Emmaus, PA 18049 and via Zoom to hear the
following appeal:
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APPEAL 10653 – CSW Furnace Street Emmaus, L.P. 1300 Virgina Drive, Suite 215, Fort
Washington, PA 19034 for property 300 Furnace Street, Emmaus, PA 18049. Applicant is requesting
modification of the Special Exception approvals granted in decisions 10556 and 10607 to permit
construction of 5th mid-rise apartment building consisting of 36 units. Special Exception is required under
Z.O., Table 27-4.A and any other relief deemed necessary at the time of the hearing. Property is located in
the Urban Edge Neighborhood District (UEN).
APPEAL 10654 –
BAM Management, LLC, 3008 Macungie Road, Macungie, PA 18062 for property
559 Chestnut Street, Emmaus, PA 18049. Applicant is requesting Special Exception to permit conversion
of existing vacant first -floor office space into a one -bedroom residential apartment. Special Exception is
required under Z.O., Table 27 -4.A and any other relief deemed necessary at the time of the hearing.
Property is located in the Downtown Core District (DC).
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Mon Jun 15, 2026
Borough Council Meetings
El Concejo entrevistará y nombrará a un nuevo miembro; juramentará a dos oficiales de policía
El Concejo Municipal de Emmaus entrevistará y nombrará a un nuevo miembro del concejo, juramentará a dos oficiales de policía (Zachary Christman y Jeremy Schmick) y considerará el reemplazo del techo de la 1803 House con una posible acción. La agenda también incluye resoluciones sobre las instalaciones de alcantarillado en 216 S 2nd Street y una lista de facturas, junto con varias acciones de personal como contrataciones, separaciones y un ascenso.
- Entrevistas y nombramiento de candidatos al Concejo (Item 5)
- Juramentación de los oficiales de policía Zachary Christman y Jeremy Schmick (Item 4)
- Presentación y posible acción sobre el reemplazo del techo de la 1803 House (Item 7.A)
- Resolución 2026-23: instalaciones de alcantarillado de 216 S 2nd Street (Item 19.B)
- Solicitud de liberación de garantía sujeta a una carta de crédito de $6,736.74 (Item 19.A)
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Emmaus Borough Council
Agenda
June 15, 2026 6:00 PM
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Personal Appeals, Part I
4. Swearing In of New Police Officers: Zachary Christman and Jeremy Schmick
4.A Swearing In of Police Officers: Zachary Christman and Jeremy Schmick
5. Council Candidate Interviews and Appointment
5.A Council Candidate Interviews and Appointment
6. Community Minute
7. Special Presentations
7.A 1803 House Roof Replacement Presentation and Possible Action - Marian Schneck
8. Reading of Council Meeting Minutes
8.A May 18, 2026, Council Meeting Minutes
9. Decisions on Bids
10. Communications
10.A Nigel Watt Resignation from Planning Commission Effective Immediately
10.B Teresa Pohlmann Notice of Retirement
10.C Craig Blose - Notice to Enter into Retirement DROP
10.D Emmaus 4 Mile Classic 2027 Event Request
10.E Crystal Jones Letter of Resignation
10.F Music Cafe Event Request at Triangle
10.G Deca - Emmaus and Arts Heritage Event Request on Triangle
11. Borough Engineer's Report
12. Solicitor's Report
13. Unfinished Business, Part I
14. New Business
15. Unfinished Business, Part II
16. Items Not on Agenda - Subject to Rule 9
17. Mayor's Report
17.A Mayor's Activities April 1, 2026 - June 15, 2026
18. Public Works Committee Report - Chad Balliet (Chair), Brent Labenberg, Roy Anders
18.A Hire Public Works Employee(s)
18.B Meeting Notes: June 8, 2026
18.C Next Meeting:
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The Emmaus Borough Council met in Regular Session on June 15, 2026, in Council
Chambers and via Zoom.
CALL TO ORDER
Council President DeFrain called the Council meeting to order at 6:00 PM.
Roy Anders Present
Chad Balliet Present via Zoom (in-person 7:30pm)
Megan Brehm Present
Nathan Brown Present
Chris DeFrain, Council President Present
Brent Labenberg, Council Vice President Present (arrived at 6:02pm)
Lee Ann Gilbert, Mayor Present
Jason Ulrich, Solicitor Present
Shane Pepe, Borough Manager Present
Sarah Greene, Intern Present
PERSONAL APPEALS, PART I
Scott Seibert, 111 N. 7
th Street, stated that he would like no parking signs around his area.
He complained that high school students are making it very difficult for residents to park. Mr.
Pepe acknowledged that Mr. Seibert reached out previously in April, and the matter was
discussed at the Public Safety Committee. The matter was referred back to the Public Safety
Committee for further consideration.
Melissa Ballas, 618 Walnut Street, issued concerns regarding her neighbors. She stated
that she does not feel safe living next to the tenants in the attached home. There is garbage all
over, she has had issues with trespassing, threat, and harassment. She stated that she has had
rocks thrown at her, and that there is trash and high weeds throughout the property. She has
concerns about her family’s safety and there are patterns of escalation. There have been multiple
incid
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Wed May 27, 2026
Zoning Hearing Board
La junta de zonificación considerará una varianza para una adición de 15x40 pies en Harrison Street
La Junta de Audiencias de Zonificación de Emmaus escuchará una apelación en su reunión del 27 de mayo de 2026. Glen y Chris Gregory solicitan una varianza de 6 pies del retroceso mínimo requerido de 15 pies para una calle secundaria para construir una adición de 15x40 pies en 29 Harrison Street. La propiedad se encuentra en el Distrito Residencial Central. La reunión es presencial y a través de Zoom.
- Apelación 10652 de Glen y Chris Gregory para una adición de 15x40 pies en 29 Harrison Street
- Solicitud de varianza de 6 pies de la Tabla 27-314, requisito de retroceso de calle secundaria (mínimo de 15 pies)
- Propiedad ubicada en el Distrito Residencial Central (RC)
- Audiencia programada para el 27 de mayo de 2026 a las 6:00 p.m. en Borough Hall y a través de Zoom
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✓ Decidido: Zoning Hearing Board grants variance for addition at 29 Harrison Street
The Zoning Hearing Board approved a request for a 6-foot variance from the secondary street setback requirement. This allows the property owners to build a 15' x 40' addition that will be 9 feet from the property line instead of the required 15 feet.
- Granted 6-foot variance for addition at 29 Harrison Street (3-0)
Mon May 18, 2026
Borough Council Meetings
El Consejo Municipal de Emmaus discute renuncias, licitaciones y contrataciones de personal
El Consejo revisará varios informes de comités y aperturas de licitaciones, incluyendo una RFP de facturación de EMS. La reunión incluye discusiones sobre renuncias del personal y solicitudes de renombramientos de comisiones.
- Apertura de licitación de RFP de facturación de EMS
- Apertura de licitación de CDBG 2026
- Resolución 2026-20: Módulo de planificación de instalaciones de alcantarillado de 181-183 Ridge Street
- Resolución 2026-21: Lista de facturas
- Contrato con Caselle para el envío postal de facturas de servicios públicos
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✓ Decidido: Council approved $114,600 CDBG curb and sidewalk contract with Zgura Concrete
The council disqualified Easton General Contractors' bid for the 2026 CDBG curb and sidewalk project and accepted the second‑lowest bid from Zgura Concrete for $114,600. The motion passed unanimously with six ayes. Several other contracts and appointments were also approved, all with six ayes.
- Disqualified Easton General Contractors' bid and accepted Zgura Concrete bid $114,600 (6 ayes)
- Approved design and construction of green‑and‑gold gateway sign (6 ayes)
- Approved contract with AIM EMS Software & Services for EMS billing (6 ayes)
- Approved outsourcing utility bill mailing to Caselle (6 ayes)
- Adopted Resolution 2026‑21 authorizing $1,292,665.65 payment of May 18 bill list (6 ayes)
- Accepted Kate Watt’s resignation from council (6 ayes)
- Reappointed Debbie Kirkpatrick to Recreation and Entertainment Commission for 3‑year term (6 ayes)
- Hired Sarah Greene as summer intern at $15/hour (6 ayes)
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Emmaus Borough
Council Agenda
May 18, 2026, 6:00 PM
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Personal Appeals, Part I
4. Community Minute
5. Special Presentations
5.A Historical Commission Recommendation for New Gateway Entrance Sign
6. Reading of Council Meeting Minutes
6.A May 4, 2026, Council Meeting Minutes
7. Decisions on Bids
7.A EMS Billing RFP
7.B 2026 CDBG Bid Opening
8. Communications
8.A Kate Watt - Resignation from Council - Effective June 11, 2026
8.B Neil Valois Resignation From the Recreation and Entertainment Commission, Effective Immediately
8.C Debbie Kirkpatrick Request for Reappointment to the Recreation and Entertainment Commission for
a 3-year Term Expiring May 1, 2029.
9. Borough Engineer's Report
10. Solicitor's Report
11. Unfinished Business, Part I
12. New Business
13. Unfinished Business, Part II
14. Items Not on Agenda - Subject to Rule 9
15. Mayor's Report
15.A Proclamation 2026 - 643: Memorial Day
16. Public Works Committee Report - Chad Balliet (Chair), Brent Labenberg, Roy Anders
16.A DPW Updates - May
16.B Next Meeting: Monday, June 8, 2026, at 4:45PM
17. Health, Sanitation, and Codes Committee Report - Nate Brown (Chair), Kate Watt, Megan Brehm
17.A Resolution 2026 - 20: 181 - 183 Ridge Street Sewage Facilities Planning Module
17.B Next Meeting: Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at 4:45PM
18. Parks and Recreation Committee Report - Roy Anders (Chair), Nate Brow
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Mon May 4, 2026
Borough Council Meetings
El Consejo de la Villa de Emmaus decidirá sobre el contrato de combustible y la apelación de zonificación para la calle Ridge
El Consejo de la Villa de Emmaus considerará una oferta para un contrato de aceite de calefacción, queroseno y combustible, una apelación de la decisión de la Junta de Apelaciones de Zonificación con respecto a las preocupaciones de estacionamiento en 215-217 calle Ridge, y una solicitud para nombrar un recaudador de impuestos delegado. También se incluyen varios proclamas e informes de comités en el orden del día.
- Contrato de Aceite de Calefacción, Queroseno, Combustible Sin Plomo y Combustible Diésel
- Solicitud para nombrar a Debra Gouldy como Recaudadora de Impuestos Delegada
- Apelación de la Decisión de la Junta de Apelaciones de Zonificación con Respecto a las Preocupaciones de Estacionamiento en 215-217 calle Ridge
- Licencia de Perkiomen Street
- Contratación de Joseph Zientara como Empleado Público Temporal Temporada de Obras Públicas y de Ian Kenny como Salvavidas
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✓ Decidido: Council authorizes drafting and advertising of Perkiomen Street vacation ordinance
Council voted 6-0 to authorize writing and advertising an ordinance vacating a segment of Perkiomen Street, with all costs paid by the Westrum Group. A resident raised procedural concerns about the street vacation, but council proceeded with the motion. Council also awarded a fuel contract to Lehigh Fuels LLC (6-0), appointed a deputy tax collector (6-0), and adopted Resolution 2026-19 approving bill payments (6-0).
- Authorized writing and advertising an ordinance to vacate a segment of Perkiomen Street, with Westrum Group paying all fees (6 ayes)
- Awarded Lehigh Fuels LLC the Heating Oil, Kerosene, Unleaded Fuel, and Diesel Fuel Contract through Dec 31, 2028 (6 ayes)
- Appointed Debra Gouldy as Deputy Tax Collector (6 ayes)
- Adopted Resolution 2026-19 approving bill list and payroll totaling $608,791.27 (6 ayes)
- Heard resident concern about Perkiomen Street vacation but proceeded with motion to prepare ordinance
- Discussed parking concerns on Ridge Street for 215 and 217 Ridge Street development; no motion made on appeal
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Emmaus Borough Council
Agenda
May 4, 2026, 6:00 PM
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Personal Appeals, Part I
4. Community Minute
5. Special Presentations
5.A Ella Daly - Parking and Emmaus HIgh School
6. Reading of Council Meeting Minutes
6.A April 20, 2026, Council Meeting Minutes
7. Decisions on Bids
7.A Heating Oil, Kerosene, Unleaded Fuel, & Diesel Fuel Contract
8. Communications
8.A Tax Collector, Kathleen Mintzer, Request to Appoint Debra Gouldy as Deputy Tax Collector
8.B Letter from Lance Burgess Regarding Recent Railroad Modifications
9. Borough Engineer's Report
10. Solicitor's Report
11. Unfinished Business, Part I
12. New Business
13. Unfinished Business, Part II
14. Items Not on Agenda - Subject to Rule 9
15. Mayor's Report
15.A Proclamation 2026 - 638: International Compost Awareness Week (ICAW) - May 3 - 9, 2026
15.B Proclamation 2026 - 639: Police Week - May 10 - 16, 2026
15.C Proclamation 2026 - 640: Emergency Medical Services Week - May 17 - 23, 2026 "EMS Week:
Improving Outcomes, Together"
15.D Proclamation 2026 - 641: National Public Works Week - May 17 - 23, 2026
15.E 2026 - 644: National Preservation Month
16. Public Works Committee Report - Chad Balliet (Chair), Brent Labenberg, Roy Anders
16.A Next Meeting: Monday, May 11, 2026, 4:45PM
17. Health, Sanitation, and Codes Committee Report - Nate Brown (Chair), Kate Watt, Megan Brehm
17.A Request for an
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Wed Apr 22, 2026
Zoning Hearing Board
Solicitud de varianza para un cobertizo de postes en Pennsylvania Ave. en el Distrito de Conservación
La Junta de Audiencias de Zonificación de Emmaus escuchará una apelación de Robert J. Weber que busca una varianza para construir un cobertizo de postes de 40'x30' en 1490 Pennsylvania Ave. La propiedad se encuentra en el Distrito de Conservación, y la varianza se solicita respecto al Capítulo 27, Sección 502 #5 de la Ordenanza de Zonificación sobre estructuras accesorias. La junta decidirá sobre la solicitud en la reunión del 22 de abril de 2026.
- Apelación 10651 de Robert J. Weber para una varianza para construir un cobertizo de postes de 40'x30'
- Propiedad ubicada en 1490 Pennsylvania Ave., Emmaus, en el Distrito de Conservación
- Varianza solicitada del Cap. 27, Sección 502 #5 de la O.Z. (Estructuras Accesorias y Edificios Externos)
- El solicitante puede pedir alivio adicional según se considere necesario en la audiencia
- La reunión se llevará a cabo en persona en Borough Hall y a través de Zoom
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✓ Decidido: Board grants variance for 1,200‑sq‑ft pole barn at 1490 Pennsylvania Ave
The Zoning Hearing Board voted 3‑0 to grant a variance allowing Robert J. Weber to build a 1,200‑sq‑ft pole barn on his property at 1490 Pennsylvania Avenue. The variance applies to Z.O. Chapter 27, Section 502, #5 for accessory structures. Neighbors Renee & Larry Grow did not object. The board’s decision permits the pole barn despite the 1,000‑sq‑ft limit for accessory buildings.
- Granted variance for 1,200‑sq‑ft pole barn at 1490 Pennsylvania Ave (3‑0 vote)
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ZONING HEARING BOARD
AGENDA
Notice is hereby given that the Borough of Emmaus Zoning Hearing Board will meet on Wednesday, April
2 2 , 202 6 at 6 :00 P.M. at Borough Hall at 28 S. 4 th Street, Emmaus, PA 18049 and v ia Zoom to hear the
following appeal:
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APPEAL 106 5 1 – R obert J. Weber, 1490 Pennsylvania Ave., Emmaus, PA 18049. Applicant is
proposing to build a 40 ’ x 30 ’ pole barn on property and is requesti ng a Variance to Z. O. Chapter 27,
Se ction 502 , #5, Accessory Structures and Outbuildings and any other relief deemed necessary at the time
of the hearing. Propert y is located in th e Conservation District (C ) .
Brent Reed - Zoning Officer
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Mon Apr 20, 2026
Borough Council Meetings
El Concejo votará sobre renombramientos, contratación de paramédico y contratación de salvavidas
El Concejo Municipal de Emmaus considerará varias acciones de personal, incluyendo el renombramiento de Dustin Grim en la General Authority y de Alan Sylvestre en la Recreation and Entertainment Commission, así como la contratación de un paramédico a tiempo parcial y un salvavidas. El concejo también revisará una resolución para la lista de facturas y recibirá informes de los comités de obras públicas, parques, seguridad pública y finanzas.
- Renombramiento de Dustin Grim en la General Authority
- Renombrar a Alan Sylvestre en la Recreation and Entertainment Commission por un término de 3 años que vence el 1 de mayo de 2029
- Contratar a Scott Ringle como paramédico a tiempo parcial
- Contratar a Allison Fontaine como salvavidas para la temporada 2026
- Resolución 2026-18 Bill List
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✓ Decidido: Council reappoints Dustin Grim to General Authority, approves $1.56M in bills
Council voted 6-0 to reappoint Dustin Grim to the General Authority for a five-year term ending January 1, 2031, and adopted Resolution 2026-18 authorizing payment of $1,563,776.72 in bills. No decision was made on a possible appeal of the Zoning Hearing Board's variance approval for 215 and 217 Ridge Street; discussion is expected at the May 4 meeting.
- Reappointed Dustin Grim to General Authority for 5-year term (6-0)
- Appointed Alan Slyvestre to Recreation and Entertainment Commission for 3-year term (6-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2026-18: Bill list payment of $1,563,776.72 (6-0)
- Approved April 6, 2026 Council meeting minutes (6-0)
- Tabled decision on Zoning Hearing Board appeal until May 4 meeting
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Emmaus Borough Council
Meeting Agenda
April 20, 2026, 6:00 PM
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Personal Appeals, Part I
4. Community Minute
5. Special Presentations
5.A Rotary Club Summer Festival Update
6. Reading of Council Meeting Minutes
6.A April 6, 2026, Council Meeting Minutes
7. Decisions on Bids
8. Communications
8.A Emmaus Veterans Committee Memorial Day Event Application
8.B Dustin Grim Request for Reappointment to the General Authority
9. Borough Engineer's Report
10. Solicitor's Report
11. Unfinished Business, Part I
12. New Business
13. Unfinished Business, Part II
14. Items Not on Agenda - Subject to Rule 9
15. Mayor's Report
16. Public Works Committee Report - Chad Balliet (Chair), Brent Labenberg, Roy Anders
16.A Meeting Notes: April 13, 2026
16.B Next Meeting: Monday, May 11, 2026, at 4:45PM
17. Health, Sanitation, and Codes Committee Report - Nate Brown (Chair), Kate Watt, Megan Brehm
17.A Next Meeting: Tuesday, April 21, 2026, 4:45PM
18. Parks and Recreation Committee Report - Roy Anders (Chair), Nate Brown, Megan Brehm
18.A Reappoint Alan Sylvestre to the Rec. & Entertainment Comm. to a 3-Year Term Expiring 5.1.2029
18.B Meeting Notes: April 16, 2026
18.C Next Meeting: Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 4:45PM
19. Public Safety Committee Report - Kate Watt (Chair), Chad Balliet, Chris DeFrain
19.A EMS 1st Quarter 2026 Reports
19.B Next Mee
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Mon Apr 6, 2026
Borough Council Meetings
Council to vote on CDBG funds, EMS policies, and fee schedule changes
The Emmaus Borough Council will consider approving a Community Development Block Grant application, adopting amended EMS policies, and amending the 2026 fee schedule. The meeting also includes reports from various committees and the reappointment of planning commission members.
- Approve CDBG funds application to Lehigh County and HUD
- Adopt amended EMS vacation, holiday, sick leave, and overtime policies
- Amend 2026 fee schedule for swimming lessons and parking requirements
- Reappoint Christian Didra and Mike Gibson to Planning Commission
- Authorize hiring Sinai Braverman as a part-time EMT
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✓ Decidido: Council approved higher parking‑space fees and a new private‑lesson fee
The council adopted Resolution 2026‑16, raising the fee for parking‑space alternatives to $1,500 per space and adding a fee for private swimming lessons at the community pool. The motion passed with four ayes and one nay. Several other actions were also approved, including a CDBG grant application, a sewer‑module approval, and a purchase of the NeoGov software platform.
- Adopted Resolution 2026‑16 amending the fee schedule (4 ayes, 1 nay) – higher parking‑space fee and private‑lesson fee
- Adopted Resolution 2026‑15 authorizing a CDBG grant application (5 ayes)
- Adopted Resolution 2026‑14 approving the 417 S. Mountain Street sewer module (5 ayes)
- Authorized the Borough Manager to contact PPL for underground electricity at Knauss Homestead (5 ayes)
- Approved purchase of the NeoGov software platform (5 ayes)
- Authorized release and advertisement of the EMS billing services RFP (5 ayes)
- Authorized a letter of support and matching‑fund commitment for the Western Lehigh Greenway feasibility study (5 ayes)
- Appointed Jackie Pursell to the Arts Commission (5 ayes)
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Emmaus Borough Council
Agenda
April 6, 2026, 6:00 PM
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Personal Appeals, Part I
4. Community Minute
5. Special Presentations
6. Reading of Council Meeting Minutes
6.A March 16, 2026, Council Meeting Minutes
7. Decisions on Bids
8. Communications
8.A Christian Didra Request for Reappointment to the Planning Commission for 4-Year Term Expiring
April 1, 2030
8.B Mike Gibson Request for Reappointment to Planning Commission - term expiring 4/1/30
8.C Sign&Print LLC Event Request Application
9. Borough Engineer's Report
10. Solicitor's Report
11. Unfinished Business, Part I
12. New Business
13. Unfinished Business, Part II
14. Items Not on Agenda - Subject to Rule 9
15. Mayor's Report
15.A January 5, 2026, through March 31, 2026, Mayor's Report
16. Public Works Committee Report - Chad Balliet (Chair), Brent Labenberg, Roy Anders
16.A RESOLUTION 2026-15: APPROVING THE APPLICATION TO LEHIGH COUNTY AND THE UNITED
STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT FOR COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) FUNDS
16.B Next Meeting: Monday, April 13, 2026, at 4:45PM
17. Health, Sanitation, and Codes Committee Report - Nate Brown (Chair), Kate Watt, Megan Brehm
17.A Resolution 2026 - 14: 417 S Mountain Street Sewage Facilities Planning Module
17.B Meeting Notes: March 17, 2026
17.C Next Meeting: Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 4:45PM
18. Parks and Recr
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The Emmaus Borough Council met in Regular Session on April 6, 2026, in Council
Chambers and via Zoom.
CALL TO ORDER
Council Vice President Labenberg called the Council meeting to order at 6:00 PM.
Roy Anders Present
Chad Balliet Present
Megan Brehm Present
Nathan Brown Absent
Chris DeFrain, Council President Absent
Brent Labenberg, Council Vice President Present
Kate Watt Present
Lee Ann Gilbert, Mayor Present
Jason Ulrich, Solicitor Present
Shane Pepe, Borough Manager Present
PERSONAL APPEALS, PART I
Michael Gibson, 230 Ridge Street, requested that Borough Council appeal the February
15, 2026, Zoning Hearing Board decision for 215 and 217 Ridge Street. He read a prepared
statement that outlined reasons why Council should appeal. He stressed that he feels that the
Zoning Hearing Board incorrectly interpreted the Zoning Ordinance, overrode the Codes
Department, and the appellant’s position that it was a conversion.
Motion by Mr. Balliet, seconded by Mr. Anders, to allow Mr. Gibson an additional 5
minutes to continue to state his personal appeal. There were 5 ayes. Motion carried.
Solicitor Ulrich stated that there has not been any written decision of the February 15,
2026, Zoning Hearing regarding 215 and 217 Ridge Street to date. The Board has 45 days to
render an official decision; therefore, it would be premature for Borough Council to have a
discussion. He stated that there would be 30 days to appeal the decision
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Wed Mar 25, 2026
Zoning Hearing Board
Zoning Board to hear appeal for residential conversion at 104 N. 4th Street
The Emmaus Zoning Hearing Board will meet on March 25, 2026, to hear an appeal regarding the conversion of office space into a residential apartment at 104 N. 4th Street. The applicant is seeking a Special Exception to allow the use.
- Appeal 10650: Request for Special Exception to convert office space to residential at 104 N. 4th Street
- Meeting location: Borough Hall at 28 S. 4th Street, Emmaus, PA 18049
- Meeting format: In-person and Zoom
- Public notice period: March 11, 2026 – March 18, 2026
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✓ Decidido: Board grants special exception to convert office to residential apartment
The Zoning Hearing Board voted 3‑0 to grant a Special Exception Use for 104 N. 4th Street. The applicant may convert the first‑floor office space into a residential apartment. Parking requirements were discussed, but the board’s decision focused on the use change. No other actions were taken.
- Granted Special Exception Use for 104 N. 4th St. conversion (3-0)
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ZONING HEARING BOARD
AGENDA
Notice is hereby given that the Borough of Emmaus Zoning Hearing Board will meet on Wednesday,
March 25, 2026 at 6:00 P.M. at Borough Hall at 28 S. 4th Street, Emmaus, PA 18049 and via Zoom to hear
the following appeal:
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APPEAL 10650 – Richard Kiernan, 3953 Larkspur Drive, Allentown PA, 18103, for property located
at 104 N. 4th Street, Emmaus PA, 18049. Applicant is proposing to convert existing office space into a
residential apartment and is requesting a Special Exception to Z.O. Table 27 -4 Principal Uses – Residential
and Lodging Uses and any other relief deemed necessary at the time of the hearing. Property is located in
the Downtown Neighborhood (DN).
Brent Reed - Zoning Officer
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Zoning Hearing Board
APPEAL #106 50 – Richard Kiernan, 3953 Larkspur Drive, Allentown PA, 18103 for
property located at 104 N. 4 th Street, Emmaus PA, 18049. Applicant is proposing to convert
existing office space into a residential apartment and is requesting a Special Exception to Z.O.
Table 27-4 Principal Uses – Residential and Lodging Uses and any other relief deemed
necessary at the time of the hearing. Property is located in the Downtown Neighborhood (DN).
Brent Reed stated that he is the Zoning Officer for the Boroug h of Emmaus, the appeal was
properly advertised, the property was posted, and the adjoining neighbors were notified. The
applicant, Richard Kiernan, stated that he owns the property located at 104 N 4 th Street. He
explained that the first floor was previously used as an office and the 2 nd floor is currently a 2 – 3-
bedroom apartment. He stated that the first floor and the basement are approximately 1950 sq
ft. He stated that the first floor currently has 2 half baths, and he i s proposing to install a kitc hen
and shower and will comply with all zoning ordinances. He explained that he is unsure if the
proposed apartment will be one bedroom or two. He stated that he believes this property is
suitable for residential use and there are 9 multi-unit properties on the block. He stated that there
are no other 1 st floor commercial businesses in the area. Attorney Corkery stated that, if the 1 st
floor would
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Mon Mar 16, 2026
Borough Council Meetings
Emmaus Borough Council to decide on paving bids and financing
The Borough Council will make decisions regarding bids for a bituminous seal coat and paving machine financing. The meeting also includes reports on an inter-municipal mutual aid agreement and a bill list resolution.
- Decisions on bids for Bituminous Seal Coat
- Decisions on Paving Machine Financing
- Inter-municipal Mutual Aid Agreement
- Resolution 2026-12: Bill List
- Letter of concern regarding data center development from Dylan Cawman
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✓ Decidido: Council approved $1.47 M payment resolution and key public‑works contracts
The council adopted Resolution 2026‑12 authorizing payment of $1,467,987.64 for the March 16 bill list. It approved Journey Bank financing for a paving machine at 5.03% with a maximum annual cost of $35,490.12. The intermunicipal mutual‑aid agreement with Salisbury Township Police was adopted, and the Bituminous Seal Coat bid was awarded to Asphalt Maintenance Solutions. All motions recorded as carried received seven ayes where a vote tally was noted.
- Adopted Resolution 2026‑12 authorizing $1,467,987.64 payment (7 ayes)
- Awarded Bituminous Seal Coat bid to Asphalt Maintenance Solutions (vote not recorded)
- Awarded Paving Machine financing bid to Journey Bank, 5.03% up to $35,490.12/yr (7 ayes)
- Adopted Intermunicipal Mutual Aid agreement with Salisbury Township Police (7 ayes)
- Adopted March 2, 2026 council meeting minutes (7 ayes)
- Adopted March 16, 2026 bill list payment resolution (7 ayes)
- Adjourned meeting (7 ayes)
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Agenda
March 16, 2026 6:00 PM
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Personal Appeals, Part I
4. Community Minute
5. Special Presentations
6. Reading of Council Meeting Minutes
6.A March 2, 2026, Council Meeting Minutes
7. Decisions on Bids
7.A Bituminous Seal Coat
7.B Paving Machine Financing
8. Communications
8.A Jackie Pursell Emmaus Arts Commission Volunteer Application
8.B Dylan Cawman Letter of Concern Regarding Data Center Development
9. Borough Engineer's Report
10. Solicitor's Report
11. Unfinished Business, Part I
12. New Business
13. Unfinished Business, Part II
14. Items Not on Agenda - Subject to Rule 9
15. Mayor's Report
16. Public Works Committee Report - Chad Balliet (Chair), Brent Labenberg, Roy Anders
16.A Meeting Notes: March 9, 2026
16.B Next Meeting: Monday, April 13, 2026, at 4:45PM
17. Health, Sanitation, and Codes Committee Report - Nate Brown (Chair), Kate Watt, Megan Brehm
17.A Next Meeting: Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at 4:45PM
18. Parks and Recreation Committee Report - Roy Anders (Chair), Nate Brown, Megan Brehm
18.A Next Meeting: Thursday, March 19, 2026, at 4:45PM
19. Public Safety Committee Report - Kate Watt (Chair), Chad Balliet, Chris DeFrain
19.A Inter-municipal Mutual Aid Agreement
19.B Meeting Notes: March 11, 2026
19.C Next Meeting: Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at 9:00AM
20. General Administration Committee Report -Brent Lab
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The Emmaus Borough Council met in Regular Session on March 16, 2026, in Council
Chambers and via Zoom.
CALL TO ORDER
Council President DeFrain called the Council meeting to order at 6:00 PM.
Roy Anders Present
Chad Balliet Present
Megan Brehm Present
Nathan Brown Present
Chris DeFrain, Council President Present
Brent Labenberg, Council Vice President Present
Kate Watt Present
Lee Ann Gilbert, Mayor Present
Jason Ulrich, Solicitor Present
Shane Pepe, Borough Manager Present
PERSONAL APPEALS, PART I
Craig Neely, 209 Main Street, stated that he believes that Council made a terrible
decision discontinuing weekly curbside yard waste collection for residents. He stated that he
feels that the Borough has invested millions of dollars to benefit the government, but not for the
community. He stated that the compost site is a nice convenience for the citizens.
Motion by Mr. Balliet, seconded by Mr. Anders, to allow Mr. Neely an additional 5
minutes to continue to state his personal appeal. There were 7 ayes. Motion carried.
Anne Zayaitz, 144 E Spruce Street, reported that she was taken aback by Council’s
decision to cut weekly curbside yard waste collection and is unhappy with the decision. She
stated that the schedule in the newsletter is unclear.
COMMUNITY MINUTE
Mr. Anders stated that he called the numbers for the Emmaus Main Street Partners bingo
event on March 15, 2026. He stated that it was a great fun
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Thu Mar 12, 2026
Planning Commission Meetings
Planning Commission to consider a 12‑unit apartment project at 37 N 2nd St
The commission will review several unfinished items, including a withdrawn project at 318 E Harrison St, a 120‑day waiver request for a mini‑golf course at 1449 Chestnut St (deadline for borough council action 6/10/26), and an NPDES permit modification for The Fields at Indian Creek. It will also consider a new application for a 12‑unit apartment building at 37 N 2nd St. In addition, the commission will conduct bill reviews for three engineering firms. The meeting follows standard agenda items such as call to order and adjournment.
- 318 E Harrison Street – project withdrawn
- House and Barn, 1449 Chestnut Street – mini‑golf course 120‑day waiver request (deadline 6/10/26)
- The Fields at Indian Creek – NPDES permit modification
- 37 N 2nd Street – 12‑unit apartment building application
- Bill Review – Hanover Engineering, Ott Consulting/ARRO Consulting Inc, Gross McGinley
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Agenda
March 12, 2026 7:00 PM
1. Call to Order
2. Reading of the Meeting Minutes
2.a Minutes 1/22/2026
3. Communications
3.a Zoning Hearing Board Agenda - March 25, 2026
4. Unfinished Business
4.a 318 E Harrison Street - project withdrawn
4.b House and Barn, 1449 Chestnut Street - Mini Golf Course Tabled, 120-day Waiver Request
(Deadline for Borough Council Action 6/10/26)
4.c The Fields at Indian Creek - NPDES Modification
5. New Business
5.a 37 N 2nd Street - 12-Unit Apartment Building
6. Bill Review
6.a Bill Review - Hanover Engineering
6.b Bill Review - Ott Consulting/ARRO Consulting Inc
6.c Bill Review - Gross McGinley
7. Chairman's Business
8. Adjournment
Mon Mar 2, 2026
Borough Council Meetings
Emmaus Borough Council to consider park grant application and phone use policy
The Borough Council will review a resolution to apply for a state park rehabilitation grant and a new cellular phone use policy. The meeting also includes the review of February 2026 budget performance and revenue reports.
- Resolution 2026-10: Application for a Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Park Rehabilitation and Development Grant
- Cellular Phone & Mobile Device Use Policy
- Resolution 2026-11: Bill List
- Budget Performance Report and Significant Revenue & Expenses for February 2026
- Letter of retirement from Police Detective Christian Gill
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✓ Decidido: Council approved $1.214M payment of March 2 bill list
The council adopted the February 17 minutes (5 ayes, 1 abstention). It approved a grant application for Boroline Park Phase I. It adopted a revised cellular‑phone use policy for personnel. It authorized payment of the March 2 bill list totaling $1,214,968.93. All motions carried with unanimous ayes where noted.
- Adopted February 17 minutes (5 ayes, 1 abstention)
- Approved Boroline Park Phase I grant application (6 ayes)
- Adopted revised cellular phone and mobile device use policy (6 ayes)
- Authorized payment of March 2 bill list $1,214,968.93 (6 ayes)
- Adjourned meeting (6 ayes)
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Meeting Agenda
March 2, 2026, 6:00 PM
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Personal Appeals, Part I
4. Community Minute
5. Special Presentations
6. Reading of Council Meeting Minutes
6.A February 17, 2026, Council Meeting Minutes
7. Decisions on Bids
8. Communications
8.A Letter of Retirement From Police Detective Christian Gill
9. Borough Engineer's Report
10. Solicitor's Report
11. Unfinished Business, Part I
12. New Business
13. Unfinished Business, Part II
14. Items Not on Agenda - Subject to Rule 9
15. Mayor's Report
16. Public Works Committee Report - Chad Balliet (Chair), Brent Labenberg, Roy Anders
16.A Next Meeting: Monday, March 9, 2026, at 4:45PM
17. Health, Sanitation, and Codes Committee Report - Nate Brown (Chair), Kate Watt, Megan
Brehm
17.A Meeting Notes: February 17, 2026
17.B Next Meeting: Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at 4:45PM
18. Parks and Recreation Committee Report - Roy Anders (Chair), Nate Brown, Megan Brehm
18.A Resolution 2026 - 10: A Resolution of the Council of the Borough of Emmmaus,
Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, approving the application of a Pennsylvania
Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Park Rehabilitation and
Development Grant
18.B Meeting Notes: February 19, 2026
18.C Next Meeting: Thursday, March 19, 2026, at 4:45PM
19. Public Safety Committee Report - Kate Watt (Chair), Chad Balliet, Chris DeFrain
19.A Next
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The Emmaus Borough Council met in Regular Session on March 2, 2026, in Council
Chambers and via Zoom.
CALL TO ORDER
Council President DeFrain called the Council meeting to order at 6:00 PM.
Roy Anders Present
Chad Balliet Absent
Megan Brehm Present via Zoom
Nathan Brown Present
Chris DeFrain, Council President Present
Brent Labenberg, Council Vice President Present
Kate Watt Present
Lee Ann Gilbert, Mayor Present
Jason Ulrich, Solicitor Present
Shane Pepe, Borough Manager Present
PERSONAL APPEALS, PART I – None.
COMMUNITY MINUTE – None.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS – None.
READING OF MINUTES
Motion by Mr. Labenberg, seconded by Mrs. Watt, to adopt the February 17, 2026,
Council Meeting Minutes as drafted. There were 5 ayes and 1 abstention (Brehm). Motion
carried.
DECISION ON BIDS – None.
COMMUNICATIONS
Letter of retirement from Police Department Detective Christian Gill
Mr. Pepe commented that Detective Gill is a great asset to the Police Department and that
he will be missed. He stated that Detective Gill has served on many county task forces as an
undercover detective for many years.
BOROUGH ENGINEER’S REPORT – None.
SOLICITOR’S REPORT – None.
Progress.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS, PART I – None.
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NEW BUSINESS – None.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS, PART II – None.
ITEMS NOT ON AGENDA, subject to Rule 9 – None.
MAYOR’S REPORT – None.
Progress.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
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Wed Feb 25, 2026
Zoning Hearing Board
Appeal to convert 215 & 217 Ridge St townhomes into multi‑unit housing
The Emmaus Zoning Hearing Board will consider Appeal 10649 filed by Matt Spangeberg for the properties at 215 Ridge Street and 217 Ridge Street. The applicant seeks to convert the two townhomes into multi‑unit residences. The request includes a variance from Zoning Ordinance 27-517 parking requirements and Table 27‑5B off‑street parking standards. The hearing will take place on February 25, 2026 at Borough Hall and via Zoom.
- Appeal 10649: conversion of 215 and 217 Ridge Street townhomes to multi‑unit housing
- Variance request for Zoning Ordinance 27-517 parking requirements
- Variance request for Table 27‑5B off‑street parking standards
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✓ Decidido: Board grants 8‑space off‑street parking variance for 215 & 217 Ridge St.
The Zoning Hearing Board voted 3‑0 to grant an eight‑space off‑street parking variance for the conversion of 215 and 217 Ridge Street to two‑family dwellings. The board also appointed Ted Iobst as chairman and retained Corkery & Almonti as its solicitor. No other actions were taken.
- Appointed Ted Iobst as Chairman (3‑0)
- Retained Corkery & Almonti as solicitor (3‑0)
- Declared each lot a conversion to a two‑family dwelling (3‑0)
- Granted 8‑space off‑street parking variance (3‑0)
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ZONING HEARING BOARD
AGENDA
Notice is hereby given that the Borough of Emmaus Zoning Hearing Board will meet on Wednesday,
February 25 , 202 6 at 6 :00 P.M. at Borough Hall at 28 S. 4 th Street, Emmaus, PA 18049 and v ia Zoom to
hear the following appeal:
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APPEAL 10649 – Matt Spange nberg, 58 Township Road, Macungie, PA 18062. For Properties
located at 215 Ridge Street and 217 Ridge Street , Emmaus, PA 18049 . Applicant is proposing
converting both townhomes into multi-units and is requesting a Variance to Z.O. 27-517 Parking, Table 27-
5B Off Street Parking Requirements and any other relief deemed necessary at the time of the hearing.
Properties are located in the Downtown Neighborhood (DN).
Brent Reed - Zoning Officer
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APPEAL #1064 9 – Matt Spangenberg, 58 Township Road, Macungie, PA 18062. For
properties located at 215 Ridge Street and 217 Ridge Street, Emmaus, PA 18049. Applicant is
proposing converting both townhomes into multi -units and is requesting a Variance to Z.O. 27 -
517 Parking, Table 27 -5B Off Street Parking Requirements and any other relief deemed
necessary at the time of the hearing. Properties are located in the Downtown Neighborhood
(DN).
Motion by Zoning Hearing Board member Steinmayr, seconded by Zoning Hearing
Board member Schmidt to appoint Zoning Hearing Board member Ted Iobst as Chairman
of the 2026 Zoning Hearing Board. There were 3 ayes. Motion carried.
Motion by Zoning Hearing Board member Steinmayr, seconded by Zoning Hearing
Board Member Schmidt to retain Corkery & Almonti as Solicitor of the 2026 Zoning
Hearing Board. There were 3 ayes. Motion carried.
Zoning Hearing Board Chairman Iobst explained that 215 Ridge Street and 217 Ridge Street are ,
by definition, semidetached single -family dwellings. Solicitor Corkery explained that the appeal
is for a request for a parking variance only and there are no other variances needed. The
applicant, Matt Spangenberg, stated that he and his partner, Jonathan Wilhite are proposing to
convert the two single -family dwellings into multi-unit dwellings. Mr. Wilhite handed out
exhibits defining two family dwellings and multi -fam
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Tue Feb 17, 2026
Borough Council Meetings
Emmaus Borough Council to discuss police chief hiring and public works staffing
The Borough Council will review budget performance reports and consider the hiring of a full-time public works employee. The meeting includes discussions on the police chief hiring process and opposition to vacating Perkiomen Street.
- Hire Mark Simpkins as a full-time Public Works employee
- Police Chief hiring process: Consultant vs. In-House
- Opposition to vacating Perkiomen Street from Romig and Williams
- Year End Budget Report and January 2026 Budget Performance Report
- Resolution 2026-9: Bill List
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✓ Decidido: Council approved hiring an outside consultant to run the chief of police search
The council adopted the February 2, 2026 meeting minutes. It approved hiring Mark Simpkins as a full‑time public works employee. It authorized payment of the February 17 bill list totaling $900,361.52. It approved hiring the Pennsylvania Chiefs of Police Association to conduct the chief of police hiring process for up to $27,000.
- Adopted February 2, 2026 minutes (6 ayes)
- Approved hiring Mark Simpkins as full‑time Public Works employee (6 ayes)
- Authorized payment of February 17 bill list $900,361.52 (6 ayes)
- Approved hiring Pennsylvania Chiefs of Police Association for chief hiring, max $27,000 (6 ayes)
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Agenda
February 17, 2026 6:00 PM
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Personal Appeals, Part I
4. Community Minute
5. Special Presentations
6. Reading of Council Meeting Minutes
6.A February 2, 2026, Council Meeting Minutes
7. Decisions on Bids
8. Communications
8.A Rick Wentz - Retirement from Public Works Department
8.B Police Chief Jason Apgar Retirement Notice
8.C Romig Opposition to Vacating Perkiomen Street
8.D Williams Opposition to Vacating Perkiomen Street
8.E Kiwanis Annual Egg Hunt Request
8.F Snowblast Event Request Application
8.G 21st Annual Student Film Festival Event Request Application
9. Borough Engineer's Report
10. Solicitor's Report
11. Unfinished Business, Part I
12. New Business
13. Unfinished Business, Part II
14. Items Not on Agenda - Subject to Rule 9
15. Mayor's Report
16. Public Works Committee Report - Chad Balliet (Chair), Brent Labenberg, Roy Anders
16.A Hire Mark Simpkins - Full-Time Public Works Employee
16.B Meeting Notes: February 9, 2026
16.C Next Meeting: Monday, March 9, 2026, at 4:45PM
17. Health, Sanitation, and Codes Committee Report - Nate Brown (Chair), Kate Watt, Megan Brehm
17.A Next Meeting: Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at 4:45PM
18. Parks and Recreation Committee Report - Roy Anders (Chair), Nate Brown, Megan Brehm
18.A Next Meeting: Thursday, February 19, 2026, at 4:45PM
19. Public Safety Committee Report - K
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February 17 , 20 26 17
The Emmaus Borough Council met in Regular Session on February 17 , 202 6 , in Council
Chambers and via Zoom.
CALL TO ORDER
Council President DeFrain called the Council meeting to order at 6: 00 PM .
Roy Anders Present
Chad Balliet Present via Zoom
Megan Brehm Absent
Nathan Brown Present
Chris DeFrain , Council President Present
Brent Labenberg , Council Vice President Present
Kate Watt Present
Lee Ann Gilbert, Mayor Present
Jason Ulrich , Solicitor Present
Shan e Pepe, Borough Manager Present
PERSONAL APPEALS, PART I
Chris Romig, 450 S. 2nd Street, stated that he was present on behalf of the properties
located at 450 S. 2nd Street and 480 S. 2nd Street, the latter owned by neighbors who were
unable to attend the meeting. He expressed opposition to the proposed vacation of Perkiomen
Street and requested that Borough Council vote against the vacation.
Attorney Ulrich addressed Mr. Romig ’s concerns and advised him of the process for
vacating a street. Mr. B rown invited Mr. Romig to attend the next Health, Sanitation, and Codes
Committee meeting for further discussion of the matter.
COMMUNITY MINUTE
Mayor Gilbert reported that the District Attorney Gavin Holihan will be present at
Borough Hall on Monday, February 23, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. to discuss resources available through
the District Attorney ’s Office and current crime trends nationwide.
Council President DeFrain congratulated the Rotary Club on its 100th anniversary. He
announced that the Rot
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Mon Feb 2, 2026
Borough Council Meetings
Council to conditionally approve two subdivision and land development plans
The Emmaus Borough Council will consider two resolutions that conditionally approve subdivision and land development plans: one for Emmaus Development Corp at 216 S. 2nd Street and another for MPRE Partners at 101 N. 2nd Street and 181‑183 Ridge Street. The council will also review an EMS/LVHN Payer of Last Resort agreement, a hiring request for a part‑time EMT, and a donation from the Fireman's Relief Association. These items are listed under the Health, Sanitation, and Codes Committee and the Borough Manager's Report.
- Resolution 2026‑7: Conditional approval of subdivision plan for Emmaus Development Corp, 216 S. 2nd Street
- Resolution 2026‑8: Conditional approval of subdivision and lot line adjustment plan for MPRE Partners, 101 N. 2nd Street and 181‑183 Ridge Street
- EMS / LVHN Payer of Last Resort Agreement (Public Safety Committee)
- Hire Alexandria Kern‑Hickey as a part‑time EMT (Borough Manager's Report)
- Fireman's Relief Association Donation (Special Presentations)
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✓ Decidido: Council adopted ambulance payment agreement and approved multiple development actions
The council adopted the Ambulance and Medical Transportation Services Payer of Last Resort Agreement. It also approved waivers, fund releases, and conditional subdivision plans for several developers. Additional actions included authorizing the February bill list payment and appointing a new arts commissioner and board of health member.
- Adopted Ambulance and Medical Transportation Services Payer of Last Resort Agreement (7 ayes)
- Approved waiver of 2026 Refuse and Recycling Collection Assessment for 215 and 217 Ridge Street (7 ayes)
- Approved release of remaining secured funds for Chestnut Ridge at Rodale development (7 ayes)
- Conditionally approved subdivision plan for Emmaus Development Group, LLC at 216 S 2nd Street (Resolution 2026‑7) (7 ayes)
- Conditionally approved subdivision and lot line adjustment plan for MPRE Partners, LLC at 101 N 2nd Street and 181‑183 Ridge Street (Resolution 2026‑8) (7 ayes)
- Adopted Resolution 2026‑6 authorizing payment of February 2, 2026 bill list totaling $1,179,254.63 (7 ayes)
- Appointed Kristy Morris to the Arts Commission (3‑year term) and Board of Health (5‑year term) (7 ayes)
- Adopted January 19, 2026 council meeting minutes (7 ayes)
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Emmaus Borough Council
Agenda
February 2, 2026 6:00 PM
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Personal Appeals, Part I
4. Community Minute
5. Special Presentations
5.A Fireman's Relief Association Donation
6. Reading of Council Meeting Minutes
6.A January 19, 2026, Council Meeting Minutes
7. Decisions on Bids
8. Communications
8.A Halloween Parade Event Request Application
8.B Emmaus Run Inn Event Request Application
8.C CSW Furnace Street Emmaus, L.P. Petition to Vacate a Portion of Perkiomen Street
9. Borough Engineer's Report
10. Solicitor's Report
11. Unfinished Business, Part I
12. New Business
13. Unfinished Business, Part II
14. Items Not on Agenda - Subject to Rule 9
15. Mayor's Report
16. Public Works/(Highway, Water & Sewer) Committee Report
Chad Balliet (Chair), Brent Labenberg, Roy Anders
16.A Next Meeting: Monday, February 9, 2026, at 4:45PM
17. Health, Sanitation, and Codes Committee Report
Nate Brown (Chair), Kate Watt, Megan Brehm
17.A Chestnut Ridge at Rodale Request for Security Release
17.B Chris Elston Street Opening Request - N. 3rd Street
17.C Matthew Spangenberg Request to Waive Refuse Fees
17.D Resolution 2026-7: A Resolution Conditionally Approving the Preliminary / Final Subdivision and Land
Development Plan for Emmaus Development Corp, LLC Regarding the Parcel Located at 216 S. 2nd
Street, Emmaus, Pennsylvania
17.E Resolution 2026-8: A Reso
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The Emmaus Borough Council met in Regular Session on January 19, 2026, in Council
Chambers and via Zoom.
CALL TO ORDER
Council President DeFrain called the Council meeting to order at 6:00PM.
Roy Anders Present
Chad Balliet Present via Zoom
Megan Brehm Present
Nathan Brown Present
Chris DeFrain, Council President Present
Brent Labenberg, Council Vice President Present
Kate Watt Present
Lee Ann Gilbert, Mayor Present
Tyler Meyers, Solicitor Present
Shane Pepe, Borough Manager Present
PERSONAL APPEALS, PART I – None.
COMMUNITY MINUTE
Mr. DeFrain stated that the Public Works Department and everyone else that helped to take care
of the roads after the recent snowstorm did a great job. Mr. Labenberg commented that the downtown was
clear and that snow removal has begun on the side streets. Mr. Pepe agreed that everyone did a great job.
He stated that the newly hired public works employee, was scheduled to have orientation on Monday, but
was called into work at 4:30AM on Sunday and worked a total of 74 hours for the week, including 36
straight hours on his first shift. Mr. Pepe reported that the Fire Department attached a snow blower to the
front of their ATV and had some fun clearing off the parking lot at Central Station to assist the Public
Works Department. He stated that when not on calls, the Fire Department was out with shovels helping
around the clock and the Police Department helped to get cars off the s
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Thu Jan 22, 2026
Planning Commission Meetings
Planning Commission reviews multiple development proposals and invoice bills
The Emmaus Borough Planning Commission will discuss several unfinished projects, including a 10‑unit apartment at 216 S 2nd Street, a 90‑day waiver for 318 E Harrison Street, and a mini‑golf course at 1449 Chestnut Street that was tabled. It will also hear a presentation on an NPDES modification for The Fields at Indian Creek. The meeting includes a review of engineering and consulting invoices before adjourning.
- 216 S 2nd Street – 10‑unit apartment proposal
- 101 N 2nd Street and 181 Ridge Street projects
- 318 E Harrison Street – 90‑day waiver request
- House & Barn, 1449 Chestnut Street – mini‑golf course (tabled)
- The Fields at Indian Creek – NPDES modification presentation
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✓ Decidido: Planning Commission recommends Council approve 101 N 2nd St plan with conditions
The commission elected a new Chairman and Vice Chairman, each unanimously. It recommended conditional approval of the 216 S 2nd Street project and accepted the 101 N 2nd Street/183 Ridge Street plan as a Preliminary/Final Plan. The commission also recommended that Council approve the 101 N 2nd Street plan pending specific waiver requests and granted three SALDO waivers. Engineering and consulting invoices were approved.
- Elected Commissioner Watt as Chairman (5-0)
- Elected Commissioner Grice as Vice Chairman (5-0)
- Recommended 216 S 2nd St Preliminary/Final Plan conditional on Ott letter (5-0)
- Accepted 101 N 2nd St/183 Ridge St plan as Preliminary/Final (5-0)
- Recommended to Council approval of 101 N 2nd St plan conditional on waiver requests (5-0)
- Granted SALDO waiver #12 (22-408) pending waiver request review (5-0)
- Granted SALDO waiver #18 (22-408) pending waiver request review (5-0)
- Granted SALDO waiver #24 (22-429) pending waiver request review (5-0)
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Emmaus Borough Planning Commission
Agenda
January 22, 2026 7:00 PM
1. Call to Order
2. Reading of the Meeting Minutes
2.a Minutes 12/11/2025
3. Communications
4. Unfinished Business
4.a 216 S 2nd Street - 10 Unit Apartments
4.b 101 N 2nd Street, 181 Ridge Street
4.c 318 E Harrison Street - 90-day Waiver Request
4.d House & Barn, 1449 Chestnut Street - Mini Golf Course - Tabled
4.e The Fields at Indian Creek - NPDES Modification - Presentation Hanover Engineering
5. New Business
6. Bill Review
6.a Hanover Engineering Invoices
6.b Ott Consulting Invoices
6.c Gross McGinley Invoices
7. Chairman's Business
7.a Vision 2030 Presentation
8. Adjournment
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January 22, 2026 Page 1
EMMAUS PLANNING COMMISSION
1. CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Gibson called the January 22, 2026 Emmaus Planning Commission Meeting to
Order at 7:00 p.m., with the following members present:
Michael Gibson Chairman
Christian Didra Member (via Zoom)
Robert Toth Member
Josh Grice Member
JP Raynock Member
Jeffrey Ott Borough Engineer
Brent Reed Codes Official
Commissioner Watt was absent. Also in attendance Shane Pepe, Borough Manager, and
Attorney Tyler Myers, Gross McGinley as Borough Solicitor.
2. REORGANIZATION MEETING
Chairman Gibson informed the Commission that, due to requirements under the Borough
Code and Municipalities Planning Code, it is time to hold a reorganization meeting and elect the
Chairman and Vice Chairman.
Commissioner Grice nominated Commissioner Watt for the position of Chairman.
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Toth. Motion approved 5-0. Motion carried.
Commissioner Gibson nominated Commissioner Grice as Vice Chairman. The
motion was seconded by JP Raynock. Motion approved 5-0. Motion carried.
Vice Chairman Grice oversaw the meeting as Chairman Watt was absent.
Commissioner Gibson stated that he will seek another term on the Commission and
wished Commissioner Watt and Grice best of luck in their new positions.
READING OF THE MINUTES
Motion by Commissioner Gibson, seconded by Commissioner Raynock to dispense
with the reading of the December 11, 2025 meeting minutes. Mot
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Mon Jan 19, 2026
Borough Council Meetings
Council considers subdivision plan for 417 South Mountain Street
The Emmaus Borough Council will meet to discuss a minor subdivision plan and various commission appointments. The body will also review event applications and a resolution supporting the America250PA commission.
- Resolution 2026-4: Conditionally approving a minor subdivision plan for 417 South Mountain Street
- Hire Logan Davidson as a full-time Public Works employee
- Resolution 2026-3: Supporting the Pennsylvania Commission for the United States Semiquincentennial (America250PA)
- Appointment of Lara Thrapp to the Recreation & Entertainment Commission
- Resolution 2026-5: Bill List
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✓ Decidido: Council approved $1.06 M bill list and several event, staffing, and zoning motions
The council adopted Resolution 2026‑2, authorizing payment of a $1,064,337.09 bill list. It also approved alcohol sales for the Farewell to Summer and Old‑Fashioned Christmas events, hired a full‑time public works employee, and conditionally approved a minor subdivision at 417 S. Mountain Street. Additional actions included appointing a recreation commission member and supporting the America250 semiquincentennial partnership.
- Adopted Resolution 2026‑2 authorizing $1,064,337.09 bill payments (7 ayes)
- Approved sale of alcohol at Farewell to Summer event (7 ayes)
- Approved sale of alcohol at Old‑Fashioned Christmas event (7 ayes)
- Hired Logan Davidson as full‑time public works employee (7 ayes)
- Adopted Resolution 2026‑4 conditionally approving minor subdivision at 417 S. Mountain St (7 ayes)
- Appointed Lara Thrapp to Recreation and Entertainment Commission (7 ayes)
- Approved The Running Kind event with $180 fee, conditional on insurance (7 ayes)
- Adopted Resolution 2026‑3 supporting America250 partnership (7 ayes)
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Agenda
January 19, 2026 6:00 PM
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Personal Appeals, Part I
4. Community Minute
5. Special Presentations
5.a Emmaus Main Street Partners
6. Reading of Council Meeting Minutes
6.a January 5, 2026, Council Meeting Minutes
7. Decisions on Bids
8. Communications
8.a 2026 Farewell to Summer Event Application
8.b 2026 Old Fashioned Christmas Event Request Application
8.c Lara Thrapp Volunteer Application for Recreation & Entertainment Commission
8.d Maryellen Iobst Request for Reappointment to the Historical Commission as a Representative of
the Knauss Homestead for a 2-Year Term Expiring January 1, 2028
9. Borough Engineer's Report
10. Solicitor's Report
11. Unfinished Business, Part I
12. New Business
13. Unfinished Business, Part II
14. Items Not on Agenda - Subject to Rule 9
15. Mayor's Report
15.a Proclamation 2026 – 633: International Holocaust Remembrance Day
16. Public Works/(Highway, Water & Sewer) Committee Report
16.a Hire Logan Davidson as a full-time Public Works employee
16.b Next Meeting: Monday, February 9, 2026, at 4:45PM
17. Health, Sanitation, and Codes Committee Report
17.a Resolution 2026 - 4: A Resolution Conditionally Approving a Minor Subdivision Plan Regarding
417 South Mountain Street, Emmaus, PA 18049
17.b Next Meeting: Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at 4:45PM
18. Parks and Recreation Committe
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January 19 , 2026 1
The Emmaus Borough Council met in Regular Session on January 19 , 202 6 , in Council
Chambers and via Zoom.
CALL TO ORDER
Council President DeFrain called the Council meeting to order at 6: 00 PM .
Roy Anders Present
Chad Balliet Present via Zoom
Megan Brehm Present
Nathan Brown Present
Chris DeFrain , Council President Present
Brent Labenberg , Council Vice President Present via Zoom
Kate Watt Present
Lee Ann Gilbert, Mayor Present
Jason Ulrich , Solicitor Present
Shane Pepe, Borough Manager Present
PERSONAL APPEALS, PART I – None.
COMMUNITY MINUTE
Mayor Gilbert announced that the Emmaus Rotary Club is ho lding their “ Over the Moon
Valentine ’s Dance ” at Triple Sun Spirits Co. on Sunday, February 15, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 6:00PM.
She stated that a ticket is required for the event.
Mr. Anders reported that the Emmaus Youth Association Spring season baseball and softball
sign-ups are going on now. He stated that interested parties should click on registration on the home page
of their website .
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
Emmaus Main Street Partners representat ives , Hayden Rinde and Chloe Krempasky , gave
highlights of events that took place in 2025. Ms. Rinde explained the Emma the Mule Campaign and the
prospect of driving tourism downtown. She gave a brief overview of some of the events planned for 2026 ,
including February ’s Soup Crawl and Lucky Bucks Bingo on March 15, 2026. Ms. Rinde invited
Borough C ouncil to attend the ribbon cutting for Bam
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Mon Jan 5, 2026
Borough Council Meetings
Council will hire Richard Hadju as a part-time EMT
The Emmaus Borough Council meeting will consider several reappointments to boards and commissions, adopt resolutions for official appointments, and vote on hiring Richard Hadju as a part-time EMT. The council will also review reports from the Borough Engineer, Solicitor, and various committees, and discuss items such as bids and budget items.
- Hire Richard Hadju as a part-time EMT (Item 29.a)
- Reappoint Michael Wilson to the Civil Service Commission (Item 23.a)
- Reappoint Susan Kowalchuk to the Community Garden Commission (Item 26.a)
- Resolution 2026‑1: Officials Appointment (Item 24.a)
- Resolution 2026‑2: Bill List (Item 25.a)
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✓ Decidido: Council approved $1.06M bill list and appointed officials for 2027 terms
The council elected Roy Anders as President and Brent Labenberg as Vice President, each by unanimous vote. It adopted the December 15, 2025 meeting minutes and reappointed several commission members. Melanie Shimer was appointed to the Library Board and a new Employee and Volunteer Safety Committee was formed. The council authorized payment of a $1,064,337.09 bill list for January 1, 2026.
- Elected Roy Anders as Council President (7 ayes)
- Elected Brent Labenberg as Council Vice President (7 ayes)
- Adopted December 15, 2025 council minutes (7 ayes)
- Reappointed Michael Wilson to Civil Service Commission (7 ayes)
- Reappointed Susan Kowalchuk and Stephen Baier to Community Garden Commission (7 ayes each)
- Appointed Melanie Shimer to Library Board for a 3‑year term (7 ayes)
- Appointed members to 2026 Employee and Volunteer Safety Committee (7 ayes)
- Authorized payment of $1,064,337.09 bill list (7 ayes)
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Monday, January 5, 2026, 6:00PM
Council Meeting Agenda
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1. Oath of Office
2. Remarks by the Honorable Magisterial District Judge Trexler
3. Call to Order
4. Pledge of Allegiance
5. Mayor Gilbert will preside over the Council Meeting by asking for nominations for President of Council.
Council will vote for President. Mayor Gilbert will ask for nominations for Vice President. Council will vote
for Vice President. The President will then preside over the meeting.
6. Reorganization of Council
7. Personal Appeals, Part I
8. Community Minute
9. Special Presentations
10. Reading of Council Meeting Minutes
10.a Council Meeting Minutes for December 15, 2025
11. Decisions on Bids
12. Communications
12.a Michael Wilson Request for Reappointment to the Civil Service Commission for a 6-year Term
Expiring January 1, 2032.
12.b Susan Kowalchuk Request for Reappointment to the Community Garden Commission for a 4-year
Term Expiring January 1, 2030.
12.c Stephen Baier Request for Reappointment to the Community Garden Commission for a 4-year Term
Expiring January 1, 2030.
12.d Carl Cramer Request for Reappointment to the Library Board for a 3-year Term Expiring January 1,
2029.
12.e Roger Steinmayr Request for Reappointment to the Zoning Hearing Board for a 3-year Term Expiring
January 1, 2029.
12.f Theodore Iobst II Request for Reappointment to the Zoning Hearing Board for a 3-year Term Expiring
Janua
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The Emmaus Borough Council met in Regular Session on January 5 , 202 6 , in Council
Chambers and via Zoom.
The Honorable Magisterial District Judge Daniel Trexler administered the Oath of Office
to Mayor Lee Ann Gilbert , Borough Tax Collector Kathleen Mintzer, as well as Council
Members Roy Anders, Chris DeFrain, Brent Labenberg, and Megan Brehm .
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Lee Ann Gilbert called the Reorganization meeting to order at 6: 13PM .
Roy Anders Present
Chad Balliet Present
Megan Brehm Present
Nathan Brown Present
Chris DeFrain Present
Brent Labenberg Present
Kate Watt Present
Lee Ann Gilbert, Mayor Present
Taylor Meyers, Solicitor Present
Shane Pepe, Borough Manager Present
Mayor Gilbert asked for nominations for President of Borough Council.
Mr. Balliet nominated Mr. DeFrain for Council President.
Motion by Mr. Brown , seconded by Mr. Labenberg to close the nominations for
Council President. There were 7 ayes. Motion carried.
Mr. DeFrai n received 7 votes for Council President.
Mr. DeFrain was declared Council President.
Mayor Gilbert asked for nominations for Vice President of Borough Council.
Mr. Anders nominated Mr. Labenberg for Council Vice President.
Motion by Mr. Balliet , seconded by Mr. Brown to close the nomination for Council
Vice President. There were 7 ayes. Motion carried.
Mr. Labenberg received 7 votes for Council Vice President.
Mr. Labenberg was declared Council Vice President.
Mr. DeFrain took t he President ’s seat and preside
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