Lansdale, Pennsylvania

Zoning Hearing Board

The Lansdale Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing on July 21, 2026, to consider an application from Brian Brandt for zoning relief at 509 Columbia Avenue. The applicant seeks a variance from Section 405-1904.A to allow an accessory carport to extend into both rear and side yard setbacks in the Class A Zoning District. The board will also deliberate and render a decision after the hearing.

• Brian Brandt requests variance for carport setbacks at 509 Columbia Avenue (Tax Parcel 11-00-02480-00-2)
• Property is in Class A Zoning District; relief sought from Section 405-1904.A
• Public hearing scheduled for 7:00 p.m. at Lansdale Borough Hall

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will approve the minutes from the June 15 meeting. Members will discuss updates including the Main Street Manager welcome, subcommittee priorities, the Lansdale Business Alliance, and Discover Lansdale initiatives. The committee will review upcoming community events such as the Lansdale Farmers Market, Concerts in the Park, and the 2026 Lansdale Beer Tasting Festival. New business includes consideration of a new meeting day and time for the committee.

• Welcome of Main Street Manager David Cohen and discussion of MSM role and goals
• Update from the Lansdale Business Alliance
• Update on Discover Lansdale initiatives
• Announcement of Lansdale Farmers Market at 400 Penn St (Saturdays, May 9–Dec 19, 9 am–12:30 pm)
• Consideration of a new meeting day and time for the committee

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several new business items including transit-oriented design and residential text amendments. The agenda also includes conditional use applications for 335 N Broad St and 864 W. Fifth St.

• Small Parcel - Transit Oriented Design Prefer & Advertise
• Residential B & C and Townhouse Text Amendment Draft Prepare & Advertise
• 335 N Broad St – Conditional Use Application
• 864 W. Fifth St – Conditional Use Application
• Secondary Parking Zoning Amendment

Environmental Advisory Commission

The commission is meeting to coordinate upcoming environmental events and receive subcommittee updates. Discussions include plastic reduction outreach and energy reports. No official votes or ordinances are listed on the agenda.

• Rain Barrel event on July 30th
• First Friday Dog Days of Summer on August 7th
• Nature walk on August 15th
• Electronic Recycle event on September 16th
• Bird Walks scheduled for October 10th and December 5th

Business Meetings

Borough Council will hold a conditional use hearing for 335 N. Broad Street and vote on several ordinances, including a new noise ordinance and speed limit reductions on W. Main St. The body is also deciding on the appointment of Portnoff Law Associates as a collection agency for delinquent utility accounts.

• Appointment of Portnoff Law Associates for delinquent utilities collections
• Conditional Use Hearing for 335 N. Broad Street
• Proposed ordinances for speed limit reduction on W. Main St. and a noise ordinance amendment
• Land development for 220 E. 6th St.
• Proposals from RVE for water infiltration mitigation and third floor renovations at 421 W. Main St.

Library Board of Directors

The Board will review upcoming library programs and services including Dino Escape and National Night Out. Discussion items include updates on retirement funding, insurance quotes, and a security assessment. The Board will also address new business regarding building repairs and space requirements.

• Upcoming programs: Dino Escape (Aug 1-15), National Night Out (Aug 4), and Tattoo Event (Aug 15)
• Security Assessment status update
• Discussion of Building Repairs, Outgrowing, and Rearranging

Code Enforcement & Land Planning Committee

El Comité de Cumplimiento de Códigos y Planificación Terrestre discutirá y posiblemente avanzará varios puntos, incluyendo el diseño orientado al tránsito para parcelas pequeñas, una enmienda de texto para casas adosadas y solicitudes de uso condicional. También considerarán la adopción de nuevos códigos de mantenimiento de propiedades y códigos contra incendios, así como una ordenanza propuesta para registrar servicios de restauración. Un tema principal de discusión es la eliminación de los requisitos de estacionamiento en todo el municipio.

• Discusión sobre Parcelas Pequeñas – Diseño Orientado al Tránsito
• Borrador de la Enmienda de Texto para Residencial B & C y Casas Adosadas
• 220 E. Sixth St – Desarrollo de Terrenos Preliminar y Final
• 335 N Broad St – Solicitud de Uso Condicional
• Propuesta de eliminación de los requisitos de estacionamiento en todo el municipio

Electric Committee

Esta es una reunión rutinaria del Comité Eléctrico. El principal punto no procedimental es una actualización sobre el Proyecto de Independencia Energética EAC. No se enumeran propuestas ni votaciones específicas en esta agenda.

• Aprobación de actas (posible punto de acción)
• Actualización del Proyecto de Independencia Energética EAC
• Descripción general de las Operaciones del Departamento

Public Safety Committee

El Comité de Seguridad Pública de Lansdale votará sobre varias mociones, incluyendo la reducción del límite de velocidad en Main Street desde Cannon Ave hasta Valley Forge Road de 35 mph a 25 mph, la reducción de la puntuación mínima aprobatoria para los exámenes escritos y orales de ingreso a la policía del 75% al 70%, la aprobación de una solicitud de estacionamiento para personas con discapacidad en 528 Walnut Street y la autorización de la Cannoneers Annual Family Block Party el 19 de septiembre de 2026. El comité también recibirá actualizaciones sobre las zonas de carga en Main y Wood Streets, recomendaciones de línea de visión y pérdida de espacios de estacionamiento, y la señalización para el cambio propuesto del límite de velocidad.

• Moción para preparar una ordenanza que reduzca el límite de velocidad en Main Street desde Cannon Ave hasta Valley Forge Road de 35 mph a 25 mph
• Moción para revisar la puntuación mínima aprobatoria del examen escrito para los aspirantes a la policía de nivel inicial del 75% al 70%
• Moción para revisar la puntuación mínima aprobatoria del examen oral para los aspirantes a la policía de nivel inicial del 75% al 70%
• Moción para aprobar la solicitud de estacionamiento para personas con discapacidad en 528 Walnut Street
• Moción para aprobar la Cannoneers Annual Family Block Party el 09/19/2026 de 7am a 7pm

Public Works & WWTP Committee

Esta reunión del comité discutirá actualizaciones sobre la implementación de la moderación de tráfico, el programa de microsurfacing de 2026, las rampas ADA en W. Third & Edgemont, y asuntos de WWTP/MS4, incluyendo el proyecto de restauración de la ribera del Neshaminy. También se discutirán una ordenanza de degradación de carreteras y los detalles de construcción estándar del borough. No hay elementos de acción programados para votación en esta reunión del comité.

• Política de Implementación de Moderación de Tráfico
• Programa de L.F. Microsurfacing 2026
• Rampas ADA y Pavimentación de W. Third & Edgemont
• Proyecto de Restauración de la Ribera del Neshaminy
• Ordenanza de Degradación de Carreteras

Work Sessions

El Concejo Municipal de Lansdale llevará a cabo una sesión de trabajo con informes de comités y comentarios públicos. El único punto sustantivo es una moción para aprobar una orden de pago por un total de $671,406 para gastos departamentales, incluyendo nómina, seguros, pensiones y suministros para julio de 2026.

• Moción para aprobar la orden de pago por $671,406 para el 1 de julio de 2026
• Pagos más grandes: Delaware Valley Property & Liability Trust ($131,850) y Delaware Valley WC Trust ($67,086) por primas de seguros
• Charles Schwab Trust Bank: $116,916 para la pensión de la policía (MMO de junio)
• Steelworkers Health & Welfare Fund: $59,894 para seguro médico (estimado a partir de los totales departamentales)
• Los pagos cubren múltiples departamentos: Recursos Humanos, Ejecutivo, Electricidad, Tratamiento de Aguas Residuales, Policía, Parques y Recreación

Administration & Finance Committee

El Comité de Administración y Finanzas discutirá el presupuesto de la Fairmount Fire Company, incluyendo el reemplazo del generador, revisará el informe financiero al 31 de mayo de 2026, e iniciará las discusiones del presupuesto de 2027 y el endeudamiento mediante bonos. También están en la agenda una apelación de tasación para 640 E. Main St., un puesto de contabilidad con planificación de sucesión y propuestas para 421 W. Main Street. Los elementos marcados con un asterisco pueden ser objeto de acción en la siguiente reunión de negocios.

• Presupuesto de Fairmount Fire Company – reemplazo del generador
• Inicio de la discusión del presupuesto de 2027 y endeudamiento mediante bonos
• Descripción del puesto de Assistant Borough Manager
• Apelación de tasación 640 E. Main St.
• Propuestas de 421 W. Main Street

Parks & Recreation Committee

El Comité de Parques y Recreación votará para aprobar las actas del 3 de junio de 2026. No hay otros puntos de acción programados. El comité recibirá actualizaciones informativas sobre la política de e-bike/e-scooter, White's Road Pool, Lansdale Camp, Liberty Bell Trail Phase III y el Comprehensive Park, Recreation, and Open Space Plan. También se discutirá una solicitud de evento especial para Memorial Park.

• Actualización de la política de E-Bikes/E-Scooters
• Actualización de White's Road Pool
• Actualización de Liberty Bell Trail Phase III
• Actualización del Comprehensive Park, Recreation, and Open Space Plan
• Solicitud de evento especial para Memorial Park

Environmental Advisory Commission

La Comisión Asesora Ambiental revisará y aprobará las notas de la reunión de mayo, discutirá una vacante para miembro asociado y escuchará actualizaciones sobre eventos pasados y próximos, incluyendo un taller de barriles de lluvia, una caminata por la naturaleza y un día de reciclaje electrónico. Los informes de los subcomités cubrirán árboles, energía (Ready for 100), divulgación sobre la reducción de plásticos y la planificación de Bird Town.

• Se discutirá la vacante para miembro asociado
• Taller de Rain Barrel programado para el 30 de julio
• Evento de Electronic Recycling fijado para el 16 de septiembre
• El subcomité de energía informa sobre la reunión 'Ready for 100'
• La iniciativa Bird Town comenzará en julio

Business Meetings

El Lansdale Borough Council considerará varios artículos de acción, incluidas resoluciones para la restauración de la orilla del arroyo, cambios en la escala de tarifas y una ordenanza para el pago de servicios públicos impagados. En nuevos negocios, el consejo votó 8-1 para implementar el estudio completo de mitigación del tráfico, no superior a $320,000, con la instalación en un plazo de 12-18 meses. Otros artículos incluyen una adjudicación de licitación para el proyecto de restauración de la orilla del arroyo Neshaminy y una designación para la Comisión de Servicio Civil.

• Moción para implementar el estudio completo de mitigación del tráfico, no superior a $320,000, aprobada 8-1
• Moción para adoptar la Resolución 26-19 relativa a los fondos de reembolso para la restauración de la orilla del arroyo Neshaminy
• Moción para adoptar la Resolución 26-20 relativa a la enmienda de la Escala de Tarifas y Cargos del departamento de electricidad
• Moción para preparar y publicitar la ordenanza relativa a la recaudación de pagos de servicios públicos impagados por Portnoff Law Associates
• Moción para nombrar a J. Siegler en la Comisión de Servicio Civil para llenar el término no vencido

The Lansdale Borough Council unanimously approved a series of motions, including financial reports, several resolutions, and a purchase of materials for a second 4KV electrical feed. The purchase authorizes up to $40,000, with a specific contract of $25,124.15 to Turtle & Hughes. Additional approvals covered stormwater reimbursement, an amendment to the electric department fee schedule, disposition of borough records, and a new handicapped parking zone ordinance.

• Approved Treasurer's Report for May 2026 (unanimously)
• Approved payment of bills $1,000 and over (unanimously)
• Adopted Resolution 26-19 to reimburse stormwater infrastructure costs (unanimously)
• Adopted Resolution 26-20 amending the 2026 electric department fee schedule (unanimously)
• Adopted Resolution 26-21 for disposition of borough records (unanimously)
• Authorized ordinance to let Portnoff Law Associates collect delinquent utility payments (unanimously)
• Authorized purchase of materials for a second 4KV feed to Ninth Street Substation, up to $40,000, with $25,124.15 contract to Turtle & Hughes (unanimously)
• Authorized ordinance establishing a handicapped parking zone at 413 Delaware Avenue (unanimously)

Zoning Hearing Board

La Junta de Audiencias de Zonificación de Lansdale llevará a cabo una audiencia pública el 16 de junio de 2026 para considerar dos solicitudes de excepción especial. Kevin Lee busca la aprobación para operar un negocio de catering y preparación de comidas para personas mayores en 628 E. Main Street en el Distrito Comercial. Imaan Academy solicita utilizar 512 W. 3rd Street como preescolar en el Distrito de Negocios, junto con variaciones por área de lote insuficiente, ancho, patio lateral, estacionamiento reducido y ausencia de zona de carga. Después del testimonio público, la junta votará sobre ambas solicitudes.

• Excepción especial para preparación de comidas/catering para personas mayores en 628 E. Main St (Kevin Lee/ASIATE Senior Meal Prep)
• Excepción especial para preescolar en 512 W. 3rd St (Imaan Academy/Dreamland Property, LLC)
• Solicitud de variación de los requisitos de área de lote, ancho y patio lateral (Sección 405-603.A y B)
• Solicitud de variación para estacionamiento fuera de la calle reducido y ausencia de zona de carga (Secciones 405-1703.B.(8) y 405-1704)

Economic Development Committee

El Comité de Desarrollo Económico revisará las respuestas de la encuesta del Consejo Asesor Ambiental con respecto a una propuesta de Ordenanza de Reducción del Uso de Plásticos. Otros puntos del orden del día incluyen actualizaciones sobre el Main Street Manager, subcomités y la Lansdale Business Alliance, así como una discusión sobre el estacionamiento de uso secundario y una lista de prioridades. El comité también recibirá información sobre los próximos eventos del borough y un asunto pendiente sobre el Plan Integral de Parques y Recreación.

• Ordenanza de Reducción del Uso de Plásticos – se compartirán las respuestas de la encuesta del EAC
• Discusión sobre el Estacionamiento de Uso Secundario
• Actualización del Main Street Manager
• Actualización de la Lansdale Business Alliance
• Plan Integral de Parques y Recreación (asunto pendiente)

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación revisará una solicitud de uso condicional para 335 N Broad St. La reunión también incluye una discusión sobre la Enmienda de Texto de TOD de Parcelas Pequeñas y una Enmienda de Zonificación de Estacionamiento Secundario.

• Solicitud de Uso Condicional para 335 N Broad St
• Discusión sobre la Enmienda de Texto de TOD de Parcelas Pequeñas
• Discusión sobre la Enmienda de Zonificación de Estacionamiento Secundario

Library Board of Directors

La Junta Directiva de la Lansdale Public Library discutirá una propuesta para convertir la biblioteca en un departamento del Borough bajo el rubro de Asuntos Pendientes. La reunión también incluye la aprobación estándar de las actas y el informe del director, el Informe del Tesorero, una Actualización de Desarrollo y un período de comentarios públicos.

• Discusión de 'Department of the Borough 2026: Library as a Department' (Asuntos Pendientes)
• Informe del Tesorero por Alex Turock
• Actualización de Desarrollo por Meredith Sossman
• Agenda de Consentimiento: Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 2-5-26 y reconocimiento del Informe del Director

The board approved the June 5, 2026 meeting minutes. A motion to forgo the consent agenda was passed, allowing items to be discussed individually. Several action items were assigned, including contacting legal counsel, IT, and fire officials for risk assessments, and exploring insurance and communication steps.

• Approved June 5, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved motion to not approve Consent Agenda, enabling discussion (unanimous)
• Ernst and Camden will contact legal counsel (Patrick Hitchen and Mark Turetsky) (planned)
• Lipsky will connect with IT about SharePoint access (planned)
• Lipsky will contact Chief Devlin or Fire department for risk assessment report (planned)
• Board will explore adding a rider to municipal insurance (planned)
• Yetter will support ongoing communication to Borough Council (planned)

Public Works & WWTP Committee

El Comité de Obras Públicas y WWTP considerará tomar medidas sobre el Neshaminy Creek Streambank Restoration Project. También discutirán una Política de Implementación de Calma del Tráfico, un Programa Cyvl para la evaluación de carreteras, una Ordenanza de Degradación de Carreteras y los Detalles de Construcción Estándar del Borough. Se permiten comentarios del público sobre los puntos de acción antes de las votaciones.

• Neshaminy Creek Streambank Restoration Project (posible punto de acción)
• Discusión sobre la Política de Implementación de Calma del Tráfico
• Programa Cyvl para la evaluación de carreteras
• Ordenanza de Degradación de Carreteras
• Detalles de Construcción Estándar del Borough

The Public Works & WWTP Committee approved the minutes from the May 6, 2026 meeting with a unanimous 3‑0 vote. No other actions were formally decided; updates on the Neshaminy Creek streambank restoration, traffic‑calming policy, and road‑evaluation AI program were presented for future consideration. A motion was made to refer the Neshaminy Creek award to the full council, but no vote was taken.

• Approved May 6, 2026 meeting minutes (3‑0)

Public Safety Committee

El Comité de Seguridad Pública votará sobre una reducción del límite de velocidad en Main Street desde Cannon Ave hasta Squirrel Avenue, y decidirá sobre un espacio de estacionamiento para personas con discapacidad en 413 Delaware Ave. También escucharán actualizaciones sobre zonas de carga y la contratación de un nuevo oficial de policía, y revisarán las recomendaciones de línea de visión y el informe de desempeño de seguridad pública de mayo.

• Votación sobre el espacio de estacionamiento para personas con discapacidad solicitado en 413 Delaware Ave
• Votación sobre el cambio del límite de velocidad en Main Street desde Cannon Ave hasta Squirrel Avenue
• El Departamento de Policía juramentará al nuevo empleado Salvador McGurie en julio
• Actualización de Pennoni sobre las zonas de carga en Main y Wood Streets
• Revisión de las recomendaciones de línea de visión y el Informe de Desempeño de Seguridad Pública de mayo

The Public Safety Committee approved a handicap parking request for 413 Delaware and approved the May 5, 2026, minutes. The committee discussed a Main Street speed limit reduction approved by PennDOT and sight line recommendations from a traffic study. No substantive decisions were made regarding the crosswalk request or the painted lines at Broad and 7th Street.

• Approved May 5, 2026, minutes (3-0)
• Approved handicap parking request for 413 Delaware (2-1)
• PennDOT approved lowering Main Street speed limit to 25mph
• Chief to mark sight line recommendations from Traffic Study
• Salvador McGuire to be sworn in at July business meeting
• Council to email Pennoni regarding Loading Zones at Main and Wood Streets

Parks & Recreation Committee

El Comité de Parques y Recreación de Lansdale discutirá las políticas propuestas para bicicletas eléctricas y scooters eléctricos, recibirá actualizaciones sobre el White's Road Pool, la Fase III del Liberty Bell Trail y el Plan Integral de Parques, Recreación y Espacios Abiertos. El único punto de acción es la aprobación de las actas del 6 de mayo de 2026. No hay otras decisiones programadas.

• Discusión de las políticas de bicicletas eléctricas y scooters eléctricos
• Informe de miembros de la piscina y actualización del White's Road Pool
• Actualización de la Fase III del Liberty Bell Trail
• Actualización del Plan Integral de Parques, Recreación y Espacios Abiertos

The committee approved an annual auto-renewing lease agreement with Little’s Ice Cream and Water Ice for the snack stands at White’s Road and Fourth Street Pool. The meeting also included updates on pool construction, e-bike policies, and trail projects.

• Approved May 6, 2026 minutes (3-0)
• Approved Little’s Ice Cream and Water Ice lease agreement for White’s Road and Fourth Street Pools (3-0)
• Approved snack stand lease to auto-renew annually with Little’s Ice Cream and Water Ice (3-0)

Electric Committee

El Comité Eléctrico de Lansdale se reunirá para discutir varios temas operativos y financieros, incluyendo una posible actualización del programa de tarifas de inactividad y un presupuesto de proyecto de capital para una segunda alimentación de 4KV en 9th Street. El comité también recibirá una actualización sobre los cargadores de EV y considerará autorizar a Portnoff Collections para publicidad. Una votación sobre los puntos de acción puede ocurrir en una futura reunión de negocios.

• Portnoff Collections – Preparar y Publicitar
• Programa de Tarifas de Inactividad – Actualización (posible punto de acción)
• 9th St 4KV Second Feed – Presupuesto de Proyecto de Capital (posible punto de acción)
• Actualización de Cargadores de EV
• Operaciones del Departamento

The committee approved three items: authorizing Portnoff Law Associates to collect delinquent accounts, updating the idle fee schedule to match Tesla's rate, and approving a $40,000 budget for a 9th Street substation feed. The committee also discussed a transition to a paid, app-based EV charging model effective June 15, 2026.

• Approved Portnoff Law Associates collection agreement (3-0)
• Approved idle fee schedule update to $0.10 per minute (3-0)
• Approved $40,000 capital project budget for 9th Street 4KV feed (3-0)
• Discussed EV charger transition to paid, app-based model effective June 15, 2026

Code Enforcement & Land Planning Committee

El Comité de Cumplimiento de Normas y Planificación de Suelos considerará la adopción del Código Internacional de Mantenimiento de Propiedad de 2026 y el Código Internacional de Incendio, discutirá una ordenanza propuesta para el registro de servicios de restauración y revisará una enmienda de zonificación comercial de estacionamiento secundario. Los asuntos nuevos incluyen una propuesta para eliminar los requisitos de estacionamiento en todo el borough y un informe sobre peligros de tránsito en las aceras. El comité también escuchará actualizaciones de la Comisión de Planificación y del Comité de Audiencias de Zonificación, incluidas solicitudes de excepción especial para una guardería en la 512 W. Third St. y un servicio de catering en la 628 W. Main St.

• Adopción del Código Internacional de Mantenimiento de Propiedad de 2026 y del Código Internacional de Incendio (posible votación)
• Ordenanza propuesta: Registro de Servicios de Restauración
• Discusión: Enmienda de Zonificación Comercial de Estacionamiento Secundario
• Asuntos Nuevos: Eliminación de los requisitos de estacionamiento en todo el borough
• Comité de Audiencias de Zonificación: Excepción especial para guardería en la 512 W. Third St. y servicio de catering en la 628 W. Main St.

The committee approved the previous meeting's minutes. Members expressed support for a secondary parking zoning amendment, the adoption of international property and fire codes, and a new restoration services registration ordinance, though no formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved May 6, 2026 meeting minutes (3-0)

Administration & Finance Committee

El Comité de Administración y Finanzas revisará los informes financieros al 30 de abril de 2026 y la auditoría de 2024. Discutirán el posible endeudamiento mediante bonos en 2027, así como la disposición de los registros del borough y la recaudación de cuentas morosas a través de Portnoff Group. El comité también podría considerar un nuevo puesto de Assistant Borough Manager. Se recibirán comentarios del público.

• Revisión de la auditoría de 2024
• Posible endeudamiento mediante bonos para 2027
• Disposición de los registros del borough (acción posible)
• Recaudación de cuentas morosas por Portnoff Group (acción posible)
• Discusión sobre el puesto de Assistant Borough Manager

The Administration & Finance Committee approved the minutes from the May 6, 2026 meeting. It also approved a resolution to move the disposition of borough records to the full council. Additionally, the committee approved a resolution and ordinance to engage the Portnoff Group for delinquent utility collections. All three motions passed unanimously with a 3-0 vote.

• Approved May 6, 2026 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved resolution to dispose borough records (3-0)
• Approved resolution to engage Portnoff Group for delinquent utility collections (3-0)

Work Sessions

El Concejo Municipal de Lansdale considerará la aprobación de una orden de pago por un total de $685,219.00 para el 3 de junio de 2026. La orden incluye pagos cuantiosos para seguros de salud, contribuciones a la pensión policial y servicios de diseño para la nueva piscina de 4th Street. La reunión es una sesión de trabajo con informes de comités y comentarios públicos.

• $239,554 a Delaware Valley Health Trust para las primas de seguro médico de junio
• $114,673 a Charles Schwab Trust Bank para el MMO de la pensión policial de mayo
• $87,800 a Aquatic Facility Design Inc. por servicios de diseño en 4th Street Pool
• $10,801 a KBC Construction LLC por la reparación de un pozo de registro en Freight House & Luxor
• Moción de aprobación de la orden de pago por el Concejal Herbert

During the June 3 work session, Council approved a check warrant for June 3, 2026 with unanimous support. A motion to reopen the agenda for the WB Homes design was not seconded and therefore failed. Other items were discussed for future business meetings but no further decisions were made.

• Approved June 3, 2026 check warrant (unanimous)
• Motion to reopen agenda for WB Homes design not seconded (failed)

Environmental Advisory Commission

La Comisión Asesora Ambiental de Lansdale revisará y aprobará las notas de la reunión de abril, discutirá una vacante para miembro asociado y recibirá actualizaciones sobre eventos recientes y próximos, incluyendo el Día de la Tierra, la Liberación de Murciélagos y los talleres de Barriles de Lluvia. Se presentarán informes de los subcomités sobre árboles, energía, reducción de plástico y Bird Town, y se discutirán los siguientes pasos para cada uno. No hay votos formales ni partidas presupuestarias en la agenda.

• Vacante de miembro asociado – no tiene que ser residente de Lansdale
• Liberación de Murciélagos (8 de mayo) limitada a 45 asistentes; se presentaron más de 50
• Evento de Barriles de Lluvia programado para el 30 de julio
• Mesa Redonda sobre Sal de Carretera el 27 de mayo – Rob se inscribió
• El subcomité de Árboles regresará al Comité de Código después de los comentarios de Planificación

Business Meetings

El Concejo Municipal de Lansdale votará sobre diversos puntos de acción, incluyendo una enmienda al programa de tarifas, la aprobación de desarrollo de tierras y múltiples contratos de obras públicas. Las decisiones clave incluyen la adjudicación de una licitación para el proyecto de la Fase 3 del Liberty Bell Trail, el Programa de Microsurfacing 2026 y el pavimentado de rampas ADA en W. 3rd Street & Edgemont Avenue. El concejo también considerará ordenanzas para estacionamiento para personas con discapacidad en varias direcciones y un préstamo de PennVest para la restauración de la ribera del arroyo.

• Adoptar la Res. 26-15 que enmienda el programa de tarifas y cargos
• Aprobar el desarrollo preliminar/final de tierras en 134 W. 6th Street (Res. 26-16)
• Adjudicar la licitación para el proyecto de la Fase 3 del Liberty Bell Trail
• Adjudicar la licitación para el Programa de Microsurfacing 2026
• Considerar ordenanzas para estacionamiento para personas con discapacidad en 889 Wedgewood Dr, 413 Delaware Ave y 879 Wedgewood Dr

The Lansdale Borough Council approved the Treasurer's Report, bills over $1,000, and meeting minutes. The council adopted fee schedule amendments, authorized the purchase of materials for electric department carts, and approved payments for substations. Additionally, the council awarded a contract for the Liberty Bell Trail Phase 3 and adopted ordinances regarding handicap parking and snow emergency parking restrictions.

• Approved Treasurer's Report for April 2026
• Approved bills $1,000.00 and over
• Approved meeting minutes for April 1 and April 15, 2026
• Adopted Resolution 26-15 amending Code Enforcement fee schedule
• Adopted Resolution 26-16 granting land development approval to Harpconn, LLC
• Authorized purchase of materials to refurbish Electric Department carts (up to $30,000)
• Authorized payment of $97,200.00 to Brendan Stanton, Inc. for substations
• Awarded Liberty Bell Trail Phase 3 contract to DOLI Construction ($959,166.50)

Zoning Hearing Board

La Junta de Audiencias de Zonificación escuchará dos solicitudes relacionadas con el uso de la propiedad y el alivio normativo. Una solicitud busca una excepción especial para operar un preescolar en 512 W. 3rd Street, mientras que la otra solicita alivio para una cerca de privacidad en 722 W. Mount Vernon Street.

• Solicitud de excepción especial para que Imaan Academy utilice 512 W. 3rd Street como preescolar
• Alivio de zonificación solicitado para el área del lote, ancho, patio lateral y estacionamiento en 512 W. 3rd Street
• Solicitud de alivio de zonificación para que Helyn Bogle construya una cerca de 48 pies por 6 pies en 722 W. Mount Vernon Street

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación de Lansdale discutirá una propuesta de Ordenanza de Árboles de Sombra y un uso de estacionamiento comercial secundario. La comisión también votará sobre la aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 20 de abril. No hay otros puntos de acción programados.

• Discusión de la Ordenanza de Árboles de Sombra
• Discusión del uso de estacionamiento comercial secundario
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 20 de abril de 2026
• Junta de Audiencias de Zonificación el 19 de mayo: 512 W. Third St. – excepción especial para preescolar (continuación)
• Junta de Audiencias de Zonificación el 19 de mayo: 722 W. Mt. Vernon St. – solicitud de relevo de valla

Economic Development Committee

El Comité de Desarrollo Económico considerará la aprobación de las actas de abril, recibirá una presentación sobre el propuesto Lansdale STEM+AI Center y discutirá varios asuntos comerciales, incluyendo el Negocio del Mes, el estacionamiento de uso secundario y actualizaciones del Gerente de Main Street y los subcomités. La agenda también menciona próximos eventos del municipio como el Farmers Market, el Desfile del Día de Memorial y la Fiesta de Bloque del 150 Aniversario.

• Presentación sobre el Lansdale STEM+AI Center
• Selección del Negocio del Mes
• Discusión de la política de Estacionamiento de Uso Secundario
• Actualización del Gerente de Main Street
• Plan Integral de Parques y Recreación de Lansdale (asuntos pendientes)

The Economic Development Committee approved the April 20, 2026 meeting minutes by a 5‑0 vote. Dr. John Kulp presented the proposed Lansdale STEM + AI Center but requested no funding at this time. Discussion of the Business of the Month item was postponed due to member absences. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved April 20, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Postponed Business of the Month discussion

Parking Authority

La Autoridad de Estacionamiento de Lansdale considerará la aprobación de las actas de la reunión anterior y recibirá actualizaciones sobre varios proyectos en curso, incluyendo el acuerdo del garaje de estacionamiento de SEPTA, lotes de estacionamiento compartidos públicos/privados, la fase 3 de la señalización de orientación y Park Mobile. Los asuntos nuevos incluyen la compra de un software para cargadores de vehículos eléctricos. No se enumeran puntos de acción con montos en dólares.

• Actualización del acuerdo del garaje de estacionamiento de SEPTA
• Discusión sobre lotes de estacionamiento compartidos públicos/privados
• Actualización de la Fase 3 de la Señalización de Orientación
• Actualización de Park Mobile
• Compra de software para cargadores de vehículos eléctricos

Electric Committee

El Comité Eléctrico discutirá la renovación de los carros de cables y postes, los pagos finales de los relés de protección de la subestación y las subestaciones unitarias, una actualización del mercado energético y la actualización del EAC RF100. Un punto clave de los nuevos asuntos es una propuesta de financiación mediante la subvención NEVI para apoyar la infraestructura de carga de vehículos eléctricos. Los miembros del comité podrán tomar medidas sobre varios puntos en una futura reunión de negocios.

• Renovación de Carro de Cables no excederá los $30,000
• Renovación de Carro de Postes no excederá los $5,000
• Sustitución de Relés de Protección en la Subestación Principal – Pago Final
• Dos Subestaciones Unitarias – Pago Final
• Propuesta NEVI para Carga de EV (posible financiación de subvención)

The Electric Committee approved the April 2025 minutes and authorized final payments totaling $205,200 for the Protective Relay Project and two-unit substations. The committee also approved refurbishment budgets for wire carts and discussed NEVI DC fast charging proposals.

• Approved April 2025 minutes (2-0)
• Approved $108,000 final payment for Protective Relay Project (2-0)
• Approved $97,200 final payment for West Ninth Street substation (2-0)
• Approved $97,200 final payment for West Mt. Vernon Street substation (2-0)
• Approved $30,000 budget for wire cart refurbishment (2-0)
• Approved $5,000 budget for pole cart refurbishment (2-0)
• Discussed NEVI DC fast charging proposal with $500,000 cost estimate
• Requested investigation into decorative lighting for Main Street

Parks & Recreation Committee

El Comité de Parques y Recreación considerará dos puntos de acción: adjudicar al licitador responsable más bajo para la Fase III del Liberty Bell Trail Project y aprobar la Orden de Cambio #1 para el White's Road Pool Renovation Project. La reunión también incluye actualizaciones informativas sobre diversos proyectos de parques y recreación.

• Moción para adjudicar la licitación para la Fase III del Liberty Bell Trail
• Moción para aprobar la Orden de Cambio #1 para la renovación de White's Road Pool
• Enmienda a la Resolución de la Subvención del Programa TASA de la Fase III del Liberty Bell Trail
• Actualización de las canchas de tenis y baloncesto de White's Road Park
• Actualización de Stony Creek Park

The committee awarded the lowest responsible bidder, DOLI Construction, for Phase III of the Liberty Bell Trail at $959,166.50. It also approved a $53,797.03 change order for the White’s Road Pool renovation. Minutes from April 1 were unanimously approved. Informational updates noted a delayed pool opening, court repairs, and discussion of free adult swim lessons for 2027.

• Approved minutes from April 1, 2026 (3-0)
• Awarded Liberty Bell Trail Phase III contract to DOLI Construction for $959,166.50 (3-0)
• Approved Change Order #1 for White's Road Pool renovation at $53,797.03 (3-0)

Administration & Finance Committee

El Comité de Administración y Finanzas revisará los informes financieros y discutirá métricas clave, el estado de las auditorías para 2024 y 2025, y la planificación de pronósticos plurianuales. Los asuntos nuevos incluyen la discusión sobre el edificio de 421 W. Main Street y el puesto de Assistant Borough Manager. No hay votos ni acciones vinculantes programadas; los puntos podrían ser remitidos a una futura reunión de negocios.

• Discusión de la planificación del Presupuesto 2027
• Actualizaciones del estado de las auditorías para los años fiscales 2024 y 2025
• Discusión de la planificación de pronósticos plurianuales
• Asuntos nuevos: discusión sobre el edificio de 421 W. Main Street
• Asuntos nuevos: discusión sobre el puesto de Assistant Borough Manager

The committee approved the April 1, 2026, meeting minutes. Members reviewed financial reports showing 85% of budgeted real estate taxes have been collected and discussed a potential lease renewal and renovation for the borough-owned building at 421 W. Main Street.

• Approved April 1, 2026, committee meeting minutes (2-0)

Public Safety Committee

El Comité de Seguridad Pública de Lansdale considerará varios puntos de acción, incluyendo una moción para activar el Servicio Civil para contrataciones y ascensos, una revisión de la Ordenanza de Ruido actual y una Política de Medidas de Calma de Tráfico. El comité también votará sobre una solicitud de estacionamiento para personas con discapacidad en 879 Wedgewood Drive y escuchará actualizaciones sobre el estacionamiento para personas con discapacidad en 413 Delaware Avenue y las zonas de carga en las calles Main y Wood. La agenda incluye informes del Mariscal de Bomberos y del Departamento de Bomberos, seguidos de comentarios del público.

• Moción para activar el Servicio Civil para contrataciones y ascensos
• Revisión y posible votación sobre la Ordenanza de Ruido
• Revisión de la Política de Medidas de Calma de Tráfico
• Moción para aprobar la solicitud de estacionamiento para personas con discapacidad en 879 Wedgewood Drive
• Actualización sobre las zonas de carga en las calles Main y Wood (Pennoni)

The Public Safety Committee approved activating Civil Service for police hiring and promotions (3-0), approved a review of the noise ordinance to add vehicle noise, and sent traffic-calming policy changes to full Council. Two handicap parking spots were also approved: one at 413 Delaware Ave and one at 879 Wedgewood Drive, both 3-0. All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved minutes from April 1, 2026 (3-0)
• Approved handicap parking at 413 Delaware Ave (3-0)
• Approved activating Civil Service for hiring and promotions (3-0)
• Approved motion to review and amend Noise Ordinance, including vehicle noise (3-0)
• Approved sending Traffic Calming Measures Policy changes to full Council (3-0)
• Approved handicap parking at 879 Wedgewood Drive (3-0)

Code Enforcement & Land Planning Committee

El Comité de Cumplimiento de Códigos y Planificación Terrestre discutirá varios temas, incluyendo una ordenanza de árboles de sombra, TOD de parcelas pequeñas y dos planes de desarrollo de tierras en Sixth Street. Los asuntos nuevos incluyen una enmienda de zonificación comercial de estacionamiento secundario, peligros de tropiezo en las aceras y la eliminación de los requisitos de estacionamiento en todo el municipio. El comité también recibirá informes de la Comisión de Planificación y la Junta de Audiencias de Zonificación, y recibirá comentarios del público.

• 134 W Sixth St – Desarrollo de Tierra Preliminar/Final
• 220 E. Sixth St – Desarrollo de Tierra Preliminar y Final
• 512 W. Third St – Excepción Especial; Uso para un Pre-School
• Eliminación de los requisitos de estacionamiento en todo el municipio
• Enmienda al Programa de Tarifas 2026

The committee unanimously approved Preliminary and Final Land Development for a three-townhome project at 134 W. Sixth St., subject to borough engineer recommendations. A separate project at 220 E. Sixth St. was tabled pending clean consultant letters. The 2026 Fee Schedule was amended to include missing Curb and Sidewalk and State Fee items.

• Approved meeting minutes of April 1, 2026 (3-0)
• Recommended applicant continue work on Small Parcel TOD ordinance revisions
• Approved Preliminary and Final Land Development for 134 W. Sixth St. (6-0)
• Tabled Preliminary and Final Land Development for 220 E. Sixth St. pending clean letters
• Amended 2026 Fee Schedule to add Curb and Sidewalk and State Fee items (3-0)

Work Sessions

En esta sesión de trabajo, el Concejo Municipal considerará dos mociones: la aprobación de una orden de pago de $1,933,275 que cubre diversos pagos, incluidos servicios eléctricos, proyectos de piscinas y sistemas de seguridad, y la autorización de la Orden de Cambio #1 que añade $53,797 para un paquete de iluminación en el proyecto de renovación de la piscina de Whites Road.

• Moción para aprobar la orden de pago por un total de $1,933,275 para múltiples departamentos y proveedores (por ejemplo, American Municipal Power, All State Technology, Charles Schwab)
• Moción para autorizar la Orden de Cambio #1 (adición de $53,797) para un paquete de iluminación en la renovación de la piscina de Whites Road
• La agenda incluye informes de los comités de Administración y Finanzas, Cumplimiento de Códigos, Desarrollo Económico, Electricidad, Parques y Recreación, Seguridad Pública y Obras Públicas

The May 6 work session of Lansdale Borough Council featured committee reports covering finance, code enforcement, economic development, electric, parks, public safety, and public works. Council formally approved a check warrant unanimously. All other items were discussions or motions to appear at a future business meeting, with no other votes taken.

• Approved check warrant (unanimous)

Public Works & WWTP Committee

El Comité de Obras Públicas y WWTP considerará la adjudicación de contratos para rampas de bordillo ADA en W. Third St & Edgemont Avenue y para el microsurfacing de 2026. También votarán una resolución para la solicitud de CDBG de 2026 y aprobarán la preparación de anuncios para el proyecto de alcantarillado de Poplar & Cannon Avenue y la restauración de la ribera del Neshaminy Creek. Además, se discutirán actualizaciones sobre diversos proyectos y una ordenanza de degradación de carreteras.

• Adjudicación de contrato para rampas de bordillo ADA y pavimentación en W. Third St & Edgemont Avenue
• Adjudicación de contrato para microsurfacing de 2026
• Adoptar resolución para la presentación de la solicitud de CDBG de 2026
• Aprobación para preparar y anunciar el proyecto de alcantarillado sanitario/pluvial de Poplar & Cannon Avenue
• Aprobación para preparar y anunciar el proyecto de restauración de la ribera del Neshaminy Creek

The committee approved the prior meeting minutes by a 3‑0 vote. It voted to recommend awarding contracts for ADA curb ramps on Third St & Edgemont Ave ($536,914) and microsurfacing ($495,684), both funded through the Liquid Fuels Fund. It also recommended submitting a $250,000 CDBG grant application for infrastructure on N. Cannon Avenue. Finally, it recommended preparing and advertising bid specifications for the $2,523,850 Poplar & Cannon sanitary/storm sewer project and the $679,845 Neshaminy Creek streambank restoration project.

• Recommended award of $536,914 ADA curb ramp contract to T. Schiefer Contractors (motion to full council)
• Recommended award of $495,684 microsurfacing contract to Marino Corporation (motion to full council)
• Recommended submission of $250,000 CDBG grant application for N. Cannon Avenue infrastructure (motion to full council)
• Recommended preparation and advertisement of bid specs for $2,523,850 Poplar & Cannon sanitary/storm sewer project (motion to full council)
• Recommended preparation and advertisement of bid specs for $679,845 Neshaminy Creek streambank restoration project (motion to full council)

Zoning Hearing Board

La Junta de Audiencias de Zonificación de Lansdale llevará a cabo una audiencia pública el 21 de abril de 2026 para considerar cuatro solicitudes. Cada caso involucra peticiones de variaciones o interpretaciones relacionadas con el uso de la propiedad, estacionamiento y retranqueos. La junta emitirá decisiones después de las audiencias.

• Menken Holdings busca una interpretación y variaciones para operar un negocio de contratistas generales en 151 Green Street, incluyendo alivio en el retranqueo del estacionamiento y el cribado del paisaje.
• Mourad Bensmail solicita una variación de estacionamiento de seis a cinco espacios para convertir una unidad comercial en un apartamento residencial en 420 North Broad Street.
• Zaza Ergemlidze busca alivio para convertir una casa unifamiliar en un dúplex bifamiliar en 900 W. 8th Street, con una posible variación en la ubicación del estacionamiento.
• CLG3 Properties solicita una variación para usar 17 N. Chestnut Street como garaje de almacenamiento para una colección personal de autos y mantenimiento de vehículos.

Economic Development Committee

El Comité de Desarrollo Económico revisará actualizaciones sobre el gerente de Main Street, la Business Alliance y el Plan Integral de Parques y Recreación. La agenda también describe los próximos eventos del borough y enumera un posible punto de acción. No hay decisiones, votos ni montos en dólares específicos programados para esta reunión.

• Revisión del Lansdale Parks & Recreation Comprehensive Plan
• Actualizaciones del Main Street Manager, el Subcomité y la Business Alliance
• Calendario para el Farmers Market del 25 de abril y el evento First Friday del 1 de mayo
• Información sobre la temporada de la Southeastern Pennsylvania Symphony Orchestra
• Posible punto de acción (detalles no especificados en la agenda)

The committee approved the meeting minutes and introduced a new member. The group discussed the Lansdale Parks & Recreation Comprehensive Plan, which aims to create a 10-year strategy for parks and trails, and received an update on the Main Street Manager search and Restaurant Week.

• Approved meeting minutes (6-0)
• Introduced new committee member Sam Freeburn
• Discussed Lansdale Parks & Recreation Comprehensive Plan
• Discussed Main Street Manager candidate interviews
• Discussed Restaurant Week outcomes and 2027 priorities

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación votará primero sobre la aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 20 de marzo. Luego revisarán un plan de desarrollo de tierras preliminar y final revisado para 220 E Sixth Street y un plan de desarrollo de tierras preliminar para 134 W Sixth Street. Los asuntos pendientes incluyen la discusión del Small Parcel Transit Oriented District. También se presentará un resumen de las decisiones de la Junta de Audiencias de Zonificación del 17 de marzo.

• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 20 de marzo de 2026
• Desarrollo de tierras preliminar y final revisado en 220 E Sixth St
• Desarrollo de tierras preliminar en 134 W Sixth St
• Discusión del Small Parcel Transit Oriented District
• Actualización sobre los casos de la Junta de Audiencias de Zonificación: 151 Green St, 420 N Broad St, 900 W Eighth St, 17 N Chestnut St

Environmental Advisory Commission

La Comisión Asesora Ambiental revisará las actas de la reunión de marzo, informará sobre la cobertura de un puesto vacante de miembro y planificará próximos eventos comunitarios, incluyendo el Día de la Tierra, la Semana del Cielo Oscuro y caminatas por la naturaleza. Los subcomités informarán sobre la plantación de árboles, el programa energético Ready for 100 y la divulgación para la reducción de plásticos. No hay decisiones importantes ni nuevas ordenanzas en la agenda.

• Planificación para el Día de la Tierra 2027 en Stony Creek (9-10:30am) y Whites Road (5-6:30pm)
• Programa de la Semana del Cielo Oscuro en el Planetario de High School (13-20 de abril)
• Caminatas por la naturaleza: 2 de mayo en Whites Road (tentativo) y 15 de agosto
• Liberación de murciélagos el 8 de mayo con la casa de murciélagos construida en el edificio de Wissahickon
• Actualizaciones de los subcomités sobre la ordenanza de árboles, próximos pasos para Ready for 100 y la encuesta de reducción de plásticos

Business Meetings

El Concejo Municipal de Lansdale considerará puntos de acción que incluyen la aprobación de una orden de pago de $648,424, la contratación de un co-respondedor como empleado municipal, la adopción de ordenanzas para añadir estacionamiento para personas con discapacidad en 1016 Tremont Drive y 426 Pierce Street y eliminar el estacionamiento de alerta de nieve en el lado este de Pennbrook Avenue, y la autorización de un acuerdo con Allegheny Electric Cooperative.

• Aprobar orden de pago de $648,424 que cubre seguro médico, tratamiento de aguas residuales y otros gastos
• Contratar co-respondedor como empleado municipal (moción de la concejal Fuller)
• Adoptar ordenanzas que añaden estacionamiento para personas con discapacidad en 1016 Tremont Drive y 426 Pierce Street
• Eliminar las restricciones de estacionamiento de alerta de nieve en el lado este de Pennbrook Avenue
• Autorizar acuerdo con Allegheny Electric Cooperative y la propuesta de RVE para la rehabilitación de N. Cannon Ave & Poplar Street

The Lansdale Borough Council approved the March 2026 Treasurer's Report and bills, appointed members to the Environmental Advisory Commission and Economic Development Committee, and adopted ordinances to remove a snow alert route and add handicap parking spaces.

• Approved March 2026 Treasurer's Report (unanimous)
• Approved bills over $1,000 (unanimous)
• Approved March 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Authorized Allegheny Electric Cooperative agreement through 2032 (unanimous)
• Approved VFW Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony (unanimous)
• Authorized hiring Co-responder Alexis Moyer (unanimous)
• Authorized solicitor to advertise ordinance removing Snow Alert Route on Pennbrook Ave (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2001 adding handicap space at 1016 Tremont Drive (unanimous)

Code Enforcement & Land Planning Committee

The committee will approve the March 4, 2026 meeting minutes and receive reports on permits and the March 16 Planning Commission meeting. It will consider legal notices for Zoning Hearing Board hearings at 151 Green St, 420 N Broad St, 900 W Eighth St, and 17 N Chestnut St. The meeting will also discuss Montco30 parking recommendations, the Parking Authority’s proposal for public paid‑parking lots, borough‑wide sidewalk trip hazards, and an update on the rental license.

• Approval of March 4, 2026 meeting minutes
• Legal notice for Zoning Hearing Board hearings at 151 Green St, 420 N Broad St, 900 W Eighth St, and 17 N Chestnut St
• Discussion of Montco30 parking recommendations
• Recommendation from the Parking Authority on use of lots for public paid parking
• Addressing sidewalk trip hazards borough wide

The Code Enforcement & Land Planning Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the March 4, 2026 meeting. It also unanimously approved a motion to draft an amendment to the Lansdale Zoning Code that would explicitly allow commercial parking as a secondary permitted use in Business or Commercial districts. No other motions were voted on during the meeting.

• Approve March 4, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous 3-0)
• Approve draft amendment to Zoning Code to allow commercial parking as secondary use (unanimous 3-0)

Administration & Finance Committee

The Administration & Finance Committee will consider approval of the March 4, 2026 meeting minutes. It will review the financial report as of February 28, 2026. The committee will discuss adjusting accounting practices to address 2023 audit concerns. The agenda also includes a public comment period.

The Administration & Finance Committee approved the March 4, 2026 minutes with a 2‑0 vote. No financial report was presented because the Finance Director was absent due to a family emergency. The committee discussed budget tracking, revenue shortfalls, and possible bond financing, but no formal actions were taken.

• Approved March 4, 2026 minutes (2-0)

Work Sessions

The Lansdale Borough Council will vote to approve the April 1 2026 check warrant presented by Councilman Herbert. The warrant totals $1,798,772 and authorizes payments to vendors such as American Municipal Power ($986,052.95), Lansdale Public Library ($150,000), Delaware Valley Property & Liability ($131,850.25), and Charles Schwab Trust Bank ($115,709.73). The meeting also includes committee reports, public comment, and notice of the next business meeting on April 15 2026.

• Approve check warrant for $1,798,772 covering municipal expenses
• $986,052.95 payment to American Municipal Power for February electric sales
• $150,000 contribution to Lansdale Public Library (2nd quarter)
• $131,850.25 premium payment to Delaware Valley Property & Liability (2nd quarter)
• $115,709.73 payment to Charles Schwab Trust Bank for March police pension and MMO

The council approved the check warrant for April 1, 2026 after Councilman Herbert moved and Councilman Carroll seconded the motion. The approval was unanimous. Committee reports on finance, code enforcement, economic development, electric services, parks, public safety, and public works were presented, but no other motions were voted on.

• Approved April 1, 2026 check warrant (unanimous)

Public Safety Committee

The Lansdale Public Safety Committee will approve the March 4 meeting minutes and update handicap parking at two locations. It will consider motions to approve a Co-Responder contract, remove a snow‑emergency route on the east side of Pennbrook Avenue, establish loading zones at Main and Wood Streets, and authorize the Memorial Day Parade on May 25, 2026. The meeting also includes a fire marshal report and open public comment.

• Approve Co-Responder contract with the borough
• Remove Snow Emergency Route on east side of Pennbrook Ave
• Approve loading zones at all four corners of Main and Wood Streets
• Approve Lansdale Memorial Day Parade on 05/25/2026
• Update handicap parking at 413 Delaware Ave and 429 Pierce Street

The Public Safety Committee approved several actions: adoption of the March 4, 2026 meeting minutes, moving forward with the handicap parking request at 426 Pierce St, hiring the Co-Responder as a borough employee after the current contract ends on June 30, 2026, removing the snow‑emergency route on the east side of Pennbrook Ave, and approving Lansdale’s Memorial Day Parade on May 25, 2026. The chief will also contact a resident about a handicap parking request and discuss loading‑zone plans with Pennoni.

• Approved March 4, 2026 meeting minutes
• Approved moving forward with handicap parking request at 426 Pierce St
• Approved hiring the Co-Responder as a borough employee after June 30, 2026
• Approved removal of Snow Emergency Route on east side of Pennbrook Ave
• Approved Lansdale’s Memorial Day Parade on 05/25/2026

Electric Committee

The Lansdale Electric Committee will consider approving the meeting minutes, discuss a potential purchase of a wire cart and trailer costing no more than $50,000, and review a proposed change to hydro electric pricing. It will also receive updates on the department’s finances, operations, capital projects, and call center, and address old and new business items. All items marked with an asterisk could become action items at the meeting.

• Approval of minutes
• Potential purchase of wire cart and trailer (not to exceed $50,000)
• Hydro electric pricing change discussion
• Financial review update
• Capital update and additional testing

The committee approved the previous meeting minutes (2‑0). It approved a not‑to‑exceed $50,000 wire cart replacement project (2‑0). It approved a 0.1% increase to the NYPA hydropower contract price (2‑0). The committee also scheduled a Line Worker Appreciation Night for April.

• Approved previous minutes (2‑0)
• Approved $50,000 wire cart replacement project (2‑0)
• Approved 0.1% NYPA hydropower cost increase (2‑0)
• Scheduled Line Worker Appreciation Night for April

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks & Recreation Committee will approve the March 4, 2026 meeting minutes. It will discuss the Spring 2026 program summary, the 2026 pool snack‑stand hours, and provide updates on the Comprehensive Park, Recreation, and Open Space Plan, White’s Road Park Pool, and the pool building’s front exterior mural.

• Approval of Minutes – March 4, 2026
• Spring 2026 Program Summary
• 2026 Pool Snack Stand Hours Update
• Comprehensive Park, Recreation, and Open Space Plan Update
• White’s Road Pool Building Front Exterior Mural

The committee approved the minutes from the March 4, 2026 meeting by a 3‑0 vote. No additional motions or formal decisions were recorded; the remainder of the meeting consisted of informational updates and public comments.

• Approved March 4, 2026 minutes (3-0)

Public Works & WWTP Committee

The Public Works & WWTP Committee will review road striping, microsurfacing, and wastewater EDU usage. The group will also discuss a proposed Road Degradation Ordinance and construction details.

• PennDOT Striping – Main & N. Broad Street
• 2026 Microsurfacing Program
• Road Degradation Ordinance
• Borough Standards Construction Details
• WWTP EDU allocation and usage review

The Public Works & WWTP Committee approved the meeting minutes by a 3-0 vote. The committee voted to put forth a motion to the full council for approval of the RVE proposal to design, bid, and manage construction of the combined project at N. Cannon Avenue and Poplar Street.

• Approved meeting minutes (3-0)
• Voted to forward RVE design/bid/construction‑management proposal for N. Cannon Ave & Poplar St to full council

Parking Authority

The authority will consider motions to approve the meeting minutes and to prepare and advertise a bid specification for parking lot maintenance. It will receive updates on the SEPTA parking garage passes and Park Mobile reports, and discuss private/public shared parking lots. New business includes a Phase 3 wayfinding signage project and setting the meeting schedule and frequency.

• Approve meeting minutes (motion)
• Prepare and advertise bid specification for parking lot maintenance (motion)
• SEPTA parking garage passes update (report)
• Wayfinding signage Phase 3 (new business)
• Meeting schedule and frequency (new business)

The Lansdale Parking Authority approved the meeting minutes from January 13, 2026 with a 4‑0 vote. It also authorized Pennoni Associates to prepare and advertise bid specifications for parking lot maintenance, passing with a 5‑0 vote. No other motions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved Jan 13, 2026 minutes (4-0)
• Authorized Pennoni Associates to prepare and advertise bid specifications for parking lot maintenance (5-0)

Environmental Advisory Commission

The Commission is coordinating a series of environmental events including Earth Day, Dark Sky Week, and nature walks. Members are also discussing progress on tree, energy, and plastic reduction subcommittees.

• Planning for Earth Day events at Stony Creek and Whites Road
• Dark Sky program at High School Planetarium on April 9
• Rain Barrel event scheduled for July 30 at Wissahickon Building
• Tree subcommittee preparing to present to Planning and Code in April
• Proposed fall outreach regarding winter salt issues

The commission approved the February 2026 meeting minutes. Members voted unanimously to accept Isabella "Izzy" Caldwell as an associate member, filling the open position. No other actions were approved or denied.

• Approved February 2026 meeting notes (all voted in favor)
• Accepted Isabella Caldwell as associate member (all voted in favor)

Business Meetings

The Lansdale Borough Council will hold a public hearing for the WB Homes project at 1180 Church Road and consider a Transit Oriented Design Overlay District amendment for that site. Council members will also vote on several resolutions, including bank signature authority, fee schedule changes for Code Enforcement, and lead‑safe awareness. Additional items include approval of the Treasurer’s Report, the February meeting minutes, and a letter of support for a flood‑plain map amendment at 864 W. Fifth St.

• Public Hearing for 1180 Church Road – WB Homes
• Conditional Letter of Map Amendment 864 W. Fifth St – WB Homes
• Adopt Ord. 1999 – Transit Oriented Design Overlay District amendment for 1180 Church Rd
• Adopt Res. 26-09 – Amend schedule of fees & charges for Code Enforcement
• Approve Treasurer’s Report and check warrant for February 2026

The Lansdale Borough Council met on March 18, 2026 and heard a 2023 audit review that received a clean opinion. A public hearing was held for a proposed transit‑oriented design ordinance and a Conditional Letter of Map Amendment for a floodplain revision was discussed. No votes, approvals, denials, or tabling of items were recorded in the minutes.

Zoning Hearing Board

The Zoning Hearing Board will hear an application from Dale and Pearl Weber, owners of 52 E. Main Street in the Business District. The applicant seeks zoning relief to change an office space to an efficiency apartment and to reduce the required off‑street parking from six spaces to four. The Board will discuss the application and render a decision at the meeting, or may adjourn for further consideration.

• Request to convert office space at 52 E. Main St. to an efficiency apartment (Commercial Zoning District)
• Request for zoning relief to allow 4 off‑street parking spaces instead of the required 6
• Application filed by Dale and Pearl Weber, owners of the subject property
• Subject property located in the Downtown Business and Downtown Core Overlay Districts
• Board will discuss and decide on the application at the public hearing

Planning Commission

The Lansdale Planning Commission will review several land‑development items, including a FEMA Community Land Ownership and Management Review (CLOMR) for 864 W Fifth St, a waiver request for 217 W Main St, and preliminary and final development plans for 220 E Sixth St. The commission will also discuss a small‑parcel transit‑oriented development proposal. Public comment will be permitted on each action item before the committee votes. The agenda also notes the Zoning Hearing Board meeting scheduled for March 17, 2026.

• 864 W Fifth St – FEMA CLOMR (possible action item)
• 217 W Main St – Waiver of Land Development (possible action item)
• 220 E Sixth St – Preliminary & Final Land Development (possible action item)
• Small Parcel TOD (possible action item)
• Zoning Hearing Board meeting on March 17, 2026 at 52 E Main St

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the January 19, 2026 meeting by a 5‑0 vote. It then voted unanimously to recommend that the Borough Council sign the required FEMA Conditional Letter of Map Revision for the 864 W Fifth St project. Finally, the commission unanimously recommended that the Borough Council approve a Waiver of Land Development for the 217 W Main St project. No other actions were taken.

• Approved Jan 19 2026 meeting minutes (5‑0)
• Recommended borough council sign FEMA CLOMR for 864 W Fifth St (5‑0)
• Recommended borough council approve Waiver of Land Development for 217 W Main St (5‑0)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will meet to receive updates from the Main Street Manager, the Lansdale Business Alliance, and the Discover Lansdale program. The body will also review a priorities list and subcommittee progress.

• Main Street Manager Update
• Lansdale Business Alliance Update
• Discover Lansdale Update
• Review of Priorities List

The Economic Development Committee approved the February 9, 2026 meeting minutes with a 7‑0 vote. A motion was made and seconded to have the Parking Authority review Phase III of the Wayfinding Signage, but no vote result was recorded. The committee also discussed updates on the Main Street Manager hiring, marketing subcommittee tasks, and parking‑lot improvements. The next meeting is scheduled for April 20, 2026.

• Approved February 9, 2026 minutes (7-0)

Work Sessions

Lansdale Borough Council will hold a work session to discuss committee reports and approve a check warrant for $1,722,990.00. The meeting will also include public comment on agenda items.

• Councilman Herbert moves to approve check warrant for $1,722,990.00
• Public comment session for residents (5 minutes each)
• Committee reports from Administration & Finance, Code Enforcement, and others
• Next regular business meeting scheduled for March 18, 2026
• Check warrant includes payments for electric, health insurance, and tree trimming

The borough council approved the check warrant for March 4, 2026 with a unanimous vote. The meeting also reported revenue growth of about 18% and a one‑way traffic change on York Avenue during school drop‑off/pickup. No other motions were decided during this work session.

• Approved check warrant for March 4, 2026 (unanimous)
• Implemented one‑way traffic on York Avenue during school drop‑off/pickup starting tomorrow

Electric Committee

The Lansdale Electric Committee will meet to approve minutes and discuss department operations. The meeting includes an open session for public comment on electric issues.

• Approval of minutes
• Storm update discussion
• Department operations review
• Open public comment on electric issues

The Electric Committee approved the meeting minutes with a 3-0 vote. No other actions were taken during the session.

• Approved meeting minutes (3-0)

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks & Recreation Committee will first approve the minutes from the December 3, 2025 meeting. It will then hear a request from the North Penn Valley Girls Softball Association regarding a tournament and field use. The committee will receive updates on the Comprehensive Park, Recreation, and Open Space Plan, the White’s Road Park pool, the Liberty Bell Trail Phase III, and a proposed exterior mural for the White’s Road pool building. Public comment will be taken after each action item.

• Approval of Minutes – December 3, 2025
• North Penn Valley Girls Softball Association – Tournament and Field Request
• Comprehensive Park, Recreation, and Open Space Plan Update
• White’s Road Park Pool Update
• Liberty Bell Trail Phase III Update

The Parks & Recreation Committee approved the December 3, 2025 minutes with a 2‑0 vote. The committee confirmed that the North Penn Valley Girls Softball Association request to host 12 tournaments and use four fields will be approved by the department. Councilwoman Oglesby agreed to prepare a mock‑up for the White’s Road Pool mural design. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved Dec 2025 minutes (2-0)
• Approved NPVGSA tournament and field request (no vote recorded)
• Agreed to prepare mock‑up for White’s Road Pool mural (no vote recorded)

Administration & Finance Committee

The committee will review the financial report as of January 31, 2026. Members will also consider a resolution regarding Univest bank signatures.

• Resolution regarding Univest bank signatures
• Review of financial report as of 1/31/2026

The Administration & Finance Committee approved three motions, each by a 3-0 vote. The minutes from the February 4, 2026 meeting were approved. A resolution required by Univest for new bank signers was moved to full council. A Montco 2040 grant application for pedestrian and traffic‑calming measures at E. Main St and Lakeview Dr was also moved to full council.

• Approved February 4, 2026 minutes (3-0)
• Moved Univest bank signers resolution to full council (3-0)
• Moved Montco 2040 grant application for pedestrian and traffic calming at E. Main St and Lakeview Dr to full council (3-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will discuss a co-responder professional services agreement and traffic calming in the West Ward. The body is scheduled to vote on a car show, a specific parking space, and the removal of invalid addresses from the Borough Code.

• Vote on Fairmount Fire Companies 35th Annual 'Under the Lights' Car Show for 06/20/2026
• Vote on handicap parking space at 889 Wedgewood Drive
• Vote to remove invalid addresses in Borough Code
• Discussion on Co-Responder Professional Services Agreement
• Update on West Ward traffic calming measures

The Public Safety Committee approved three new items: the 35th annual “Under the Lights” car show, a handicap parking space at 889 Wedgewood Drive, and the removal of addresses from the current Borough Code. All three motions passed unanimously with a 2‑0 vote. The committee also approved the February 4, 2026 meeting minutes as old business.

• Approved 35th annual “Under the Lights” car show (2-0)
• Approved handicap parking space at 889 Wedgewood Drive (2-0)
• Approved removal of addresses from the Borough Code (2-0)
• Approved February 4, 2026 meeting minutes (vote not specified)

Public Works & WWTP Committee

The Lansdale Public Works & WWTP Committee will review several action items, including banner displays and a microsurfacing program. It will discuss a resolution to apply for a Montco 2040 grant to fund traffic‑calming measures. The agenda also includes a Road Degradation Ordinance and updates on PennDOT striping on Main and N. Broad Streets.

• Resolution for Montco 2040 grant application for traffic calming
• Road Degradation Ordinance
• Approval to display Suburban Chamber of Greater Montgomery banners
• 2026 Microsurfacing Program
• PennDOT striping – Main & N. Broad Street

The committee postponed approval of the February meeting minutes until the April meeting. It voted to put forward motions and resolutions to the full council for several projects, including Suburban Chamber banners, a 2026 microsurfacing program, work on Edgemont Avenue & W. Third Street, International Festival banners, and a Montco 2040 grant for pedestrian safety improvements. No actions were taken on WWTP items or the road degradation ordinance.

• Postponed approval of February meeting minutes to April meeting
• Voted to forward a motion to full council for Suburban Chamber banner approval
• Voted to forward a motion to full council for the 2026 microsurfacing program
• Voted to forward a motion to full council for Edgemont Avenue & W. Third Street project
• Voted to forward a motion to full council for International Festival banner approval
• Voted to forward a motion and resolution to authorize the borough manager to submit the Montco 2040 grant application for pedestrian safety improvements

Code Enforcement & Land Planning Committee

The Code Enforcement & Land Planning Committee will approve the February 4, 2026 meeting minutes and discuss the borough fee schedule. It will consider a waiver of land development for 217 W Main St and review a sample lead‑safe ordinance. The meeting will also include a rental license update and a public hearing request to convert space at 51 E Main St into an efficiency apartment with reduced parking.

• Waiver of land development for 217 W Main St
• Discussion of the borough fee schedule
• Review of a lead‑safe sample ordinance
• Zoning Hearing Board request: convert 51 E Main St office to efficiency apartment, reduce parking from 6 to 4 spaces
• Rental license update

The Code Enforcement & Land Planning Committee unanimously approved the February 4, 2026 minutes. It voted 3‑0 to recommend that the Borough Council grant a waiver of land development for 217 W Main St. It also voted 3‑0 to recommend adoption of the new fee schedule and to adopt the Lead Free Resolution with Real Estate Agencies added to item #5.

• Approved February 4, 2026 meeting minutes (3‑0)
• Recommended granting a waiver of land development for 217 W Main St (3‑0)
• Recommended adoption of the 2026 fee schedule (3‑0)
• Recommended adoption of Lead Free Resolution and add Real Estate Agencies to item #5 (3‑0)

Environmental Advisory Commission

The Environmental Advisory Commission approved the November 2025 and January 2026 meeting minutes. Members discussed upcoming events, the Comprehensive Recreation and Open Space Plan, and several sub‑committee initiatives, but no formal approvals, denials, or votes on those items were recorded. The rain barrel event was scheduled for July 30, with a future decision pending on its frequency.

• Approved November 2025 and January 2026 meeting minutes

Business Meetings

The Lansdale Borough Council will consider a series of approvals, including the Treasurer’s Report, the February check warrant, and contracts for FX Browne Recycling and turf maintenance. It will also adopt resolutions for grant applications related to the Freight House Rehabilitation project and a playground rehabilitation project. Additionally, a motion will be presented to hire two new police officers.

• Approve the Treasurer’s Report for January 2026
• Approve the February 18, 2026 check warrant
• Approve the FX Browne Recycling contract
• Approve the bid award for the Turf Maintenance contract
• Motion to hire two new police officers

The borough council approved a series of unanimous motions, including the Treasurer's Report and routine bill payments. It entered a curbside recycling contract, awarded a turf‑maintenance contract, and authorized a $250,000 grant application for the Discover Lansdale Historic Freight House Improvement Project. The council also moved to start a public hearing on a Transit‑Oriented Design zoning amendment and approved bid specifications for Phase 3 of the Liberty Bell Trail.

• Approved the Treasurer's Report for January 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved bills $1,000 and over, including a $120,000 fire company incentive (unanimous)
• Entered agreement with F.X. Browne (Bogia Engineering) for curbside recycling program (unanimous)
• Awarded a three‑year turf‑maintenance contract to Yellowstone Landscape (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 26‑045 to submit a $250,000 Montco 2040 grant for the Historic Freight House project (unanimous)
• Authorized a public hearing to amend the Transit‑Oriented Design overlay district (unanimous)
• Authorized the Borough Manager to prepare and advertise bid specifications for Phase 3 of the Liberty Bell Trail (unanimous)
• Awarded the mental‑health co‑responder contract to Merakey Montgomery County Services through June 30 2026 (unanimous)

Zoning Hearing Board

The Lansdale Zoning Hearing Board will consider an application from Saint Stanislaus Roman Catholic Church for zoning relief. The request includes a double‑sided, freestanding sign of 35.89 sq ft and a variance for a 14.89 sq ft sign face in the Residential A district. After public comment, the Board will discuss and render a decision on the application.

• Saint Stanislaus Roman Catholic Church request double‑sided sign (35.89 sq ft) and variance for 14.89 sq ft sign face in Residential A zone at 51 Lansdale Avenue

Economic Development Committee

The committee will receive updates from the Main Street manager, the LBA, and a subcommittee. The meeting includes a review of the priorities list and upcoming local events.

• Approval of January 19th minutes
• Lansdale Farmers Market dates: Feb 14, 28, March 14, 28, April 11, 25
• Restaurant Week: February 23 – March 1

The Economic Development Committee approved the January 19, 2026 minutes by a 6‑0 vote. It also agreed to honor a partial Façade Grant for the tenant at 811 W Main St who suffered storefront window damage. Updates were given on the Main Street Manager hiring process and the Welcome Packet, but no decisions were made on those items.

• Approved January 19, 2026 minutes (vote 6-0)
• Honored partial Façade Grant for 811 W Main St storefront damage

Planning Commission

Public Works & WWTP Committee

The Public Works & WWTP Committee will meet to vote on construction management proposals for the 2026 Microsurfacing Program and road work at Edgemont Avenue and W. Third Street. The body will also consider a proclamation for Pennsylvania 811 Safe Digging Month.

• RVE Proposal for 2026 Microsurfacing Program bidding and construction management
• RVE Proposal for concrete and paving at Edgemont Avenue & W. Third Street
• Pennsylvania 811 Safe Digging Month resolution and proclamation
• Discussion of Road Degradation Ordinance
• Borough Standards Construction Details

The committee did not approve the December 3 minutes because only one member was present. No motions were voted on; proposals for Safe Digging Month, the 2026 Microsurfacing Program, Edgemont Avenue & W. Third Street paving, and other items were deferred to the full council. Updates on winter maintenance, WWTP upgrades, and the Road Degradation Ordinance were given, but no decisions were made.

Work Sessions

The Lansdale Borough Council work session will vote to approve a check warrant totaling $962,065.00 that covers payments for various departments. Committee reports from Administration & Finance, Code Enforcement, Economic Development, and others will be presented. Residents will have an opportunity for public comment before the meeting adjourns.

• Approval of the check warrant for $962,065.00 covering departmental expenses
• Delaware Valley Health Trust health insurance premiums totaling $230,916.13
• Eagle Power & Equipment purchase of a new case backhoe for $185,927.29
• Charles Schwab Trust Bank police pension and MMO payments totaling $116,090.30
• Gordon H Baver, Inc. freight house rehabilitation contract for $35,657.94

During the work session, Councilman Herbert moved to approve the check warrant for February 4, 2026. Councilwoman Razzak seconded, and the motion passed unanimously. No other formal actions were taken; other items were scheduled for discussion at the next regular council meeting.

• Approved check warrant for February 4, 2026 (unanimous)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will approve minutes from the December 3, 2025 meeting and consider a Co‑Responder Professional Services Agreement. It will vote on two handicap parking spaces at 413 Delaware Ave and 426 Pierce Street. Several community events for 2026, including First Friday Events and a Holiday Mardi Gras Parade, will be approved. Additional items include free parking for Restaurant Week and moving forward with a certified civil service hiring list.

• Co‑Responder Professional Services Agreement
• Handicap parking space at 413 Delaware Ave
• Handicap parking space at 426 Pierce Street
• Free parking in the borough for Restaurant Week (Feb 23‑Mar 1, 2026)
• Certified Civil Service list for hiring

The Public Safety Committee approved the December 3, 2025 minutes and noted the Co‑Responder contract update, which will be taken to full Council. It unanimously approved two new handicap‑access parking spaces at 413 Delaware Avenue and 426 Pierce Street, along with several event approvals and free parking for Restaurant Week. The committee also approved proceeding with the Certified Civil Service List.

• Approved December 3, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved handicap parking space at 413 Delaware Ave. (3-0)
• Approved handicap parking space at 426 Pierce St. (3-0)
• Approved Discover Lansdale First Friday Events for 2026 (3-0)
• Approved Manna on Main Street’s Race to End Hunger (3-0)
• Approved North Penn Rotary Club Lansdale Day Arts and Crafts Festival (3-0)
• Approved free parking during Restaurant Week (3-0)
• Approved proceeding with Certified Civil Service List (3-0)

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Lansdale Parks & Recreation Committee will approve the December 3, 2025 minutes and discuss several projects. Members will vote on preparing bid specifications for Phase III of the Liberty Bell Trail between Moyers Road Park and Wedgewood Park. A resolution will be considered to apply for a $250,000 DCNR grant for the York & Susquehanna Playground Project. The committee will also consider accepting an engineering services proposal for the Fourth Street Pool, capped at $272,000, and receive updates on White’s Road Park Pool and other community activities.

• Approval of December 3, 2025 meeting minutes
• Motion to prepare and advertise bid specs for Phase III of the Liberty Bell Trail (Moyers Road Park to Wedgewood Park)
• Resolution to apply for a $250,000 DCNR grant for the York & Susquehanna Playground Project
• Motion to accept Aquatic Facility Design, Inc. proposal for Fourth Street Pool engineering services, not to exceed $272,000

Because a quorum was not present, the committee did not take any action on the listed items. All motions, including approval of minutes and proposals for the Liberty Bell Trail, the DCNR grant, and Fourth Street Pool engineering services, were tabled and will be presented to the full council on February 18. The meeting also included updates on park projects and upcoming community events.

• Motion to approve minutes from Dec 3, 2025 – tabled (no vote)
• Motion to prepare and advertise bid specifications for Phase III of the Liberty Bell Trail – scheduled for full council on Feb 18
• Resolution for DCNR grant application for York & Susquehanna Playground Project – scheduled for full council on Feb 18
• Motion to accept proposal from Aquatic Facility Design, Inc. for Fourth Street Pool engineering services (up to $272,000) – scheduled for full council on Feb 18

Electric Committee

The Electric Committee will meet to receive an update on the PPL Relay Replacement Project and a presentation regarding EAC/LCAP. The body will also discuss department operations.

• PPL Relay Replacement Project update
• EAC/LCAP presentation
• Department operations discussion

The committee approved the minutes of the December 3, 2025 Electric Committee meeting by a 3‑0 vote. It also added the PPCA charge to electric bills, a variable amount built into the 15% rate increase. The remainder of the agenda consisted of project updates and operational reports with no further decisions.

• Approved Dec 3, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0 vote)
• Added PPCA charge to electric bills (implemented)

Code Enforcement & Land Planning Committee

The Code Enforcement & Land Planning Committee meets on February 4, 2026 at the Caucus Room, 1 Vine Street, Lansdale. The agenda includes discussion of a proposed text amendment to create a Small Parcel Transit‑Oriented Development (TOD) Overlay District and a Plastic Reduction Ordinance. The committee will also discuss the fee schedule and review a lead‑safe sample ordinance. Public comment will be taken before any votes.

• Proposed Text Amendment – Small Parcel TOD Overlay District (possible action)
• Plastic Reduction Ordinance – Discussion
• Discussion of Fee Schedule
• Update – Lead Safe Sample Ordinance
• Zoning Hearing Board sign relief and variance for a CEVMS sign (Feb 17, 2026)

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the December 3, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved a public hearing on the Small Parcel TOD Overlay District text amendment. Members gave unanimous permission for the Environmental Advisory Committee to conduct a survey on the Plastic Reduction Ordinance. The fee‑schedule item was postponed to next month.

• Approved December 3, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous 3‑0)
• Approved public hearing on Small Parcel TOD Overlay District text amendment (unanimous 3‑0)
• Granted permission for Plastic Reduction Ordinance survey (unanimous agreement)
• Postponed fee‑schedule item to next month

Administration & Finance Committee

The Administration & Finance Committee will approve the minutes from the December 3, 2025 meeting. It will review the financial report for the year ending December 31, 2025 and discuss the 2024 audit update, the unassigned fund balance, and the fidelity bond renewal. New business includes awarding the turf maintenance bid, selecting a recycling reporting contract with FX Browne/Bogia Engineering, and considering a grant application for the Discover Lansdale Montco 2040 project. The meeting also includes informational items and a public comment period.

• Award of turf maintenance contract (bid award)
• Recycling reporting contract with FX Browne/Bogia Engineering
• Discover Lansdale Montco 2040 grant application
• Fidelity bond renewal
• Unassigned fund balance review

The Administration & Finance Committee approved the minutes from the December 3, 2025 meeting. It then approved three items to be sent to full Council: a three‑year turf‑maintenance contract with Biase Landscaping, the FX Browne/Bogia Engineering contract, and a resolution to act as a pass‑through for a $250,000 Discover Lansdale Montco 2040 grant for the Freight House building. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved December 3, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved award of Turf Maintenance 3‑year contract to Biase Landscaping (3-0)
• Approved FX Browne/Bogia Engineering contract (3-0)
• Approved resolution for borough to act as pass‑through for $250,000 Discover Lansdale Montco 2040 grant (3-0)

Business Meetings

Lansdale Borough Council will vote on appointing Acting Police Chief Ryan Devlin permanently, subject to a future contract. The meeting includes approval of financial reports, check warrants, and resolutions for stormwater and sewer improvements.

• Motion to appoint Acting Police Chief Ryan Devlin as permanent chief
• Approval of Treasurer's Report for December 2025
• Approval of check warrant for January 2026
• Resolution 26-02 for Pennvest stormwater improvements
• Resolution 26-02 for Pennvest sanitary sewer improvements

The council unanimously approved the Treasurer's Report for December 2025, approved all bills of $1,000 or more, and approved the minutes from the December 2025 meetings. It adopted Resolution 26‑01 establishing an Equal Rights and Opportunities policy, and adopted Resolutions 26‑02 and 26‑03 to submit PennVEST applications for storm‑water and sewer system projects. The proposed amendment to the Police Pension Plan ordinance was tabled unanimously.

• Approved Treasurer's Report for December 2025 (unanimously)
• Approved all bills $1,000.00 and over (unanimously)
• Approved December 2025 meeting minutes (unanimously)
• Adopted Resolution 26‑01 – Equal Rights and Opportunities policy (unanimously)
• Adopted Resolution 26‑02 – PennVEST storm‑water system application (unanimously)
• Adopted Resolution 26‑03 – PennVEST sewer system application (unanimously)
• Tabled Ordinance 1997 amendment to Police Pension Plan (unanimously)

Zoning Hearing Board

The Lansdale Zoning Hearing Board will hear a request from Saint Stanislaus Roman Catholic Church for a variance to allow a double-sided freestanding sign at 51 Lansdale Avenue. The applicant seeks relief from zoning rules to reduce the sign area from 50.49 square feet to 35.89 square feet.

• Saint Stanislaus Roman Catholic Church sign variance request
• Request to reduce sign area from 50.49 sq ft to 35.89 sq ft
• Public hearing scheduled for Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
• Hearing to be held at Lansdale Borough Hall, One Vine Street
• Board to continue in public meeting to render decision

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss a Transit Oriented Design Ordinance and a PENNVEST letter of recommendation for the WWTP. The body will also consider a reorganization and an amendment regarding EV charging.

• Transit Oriented Design Ordinance
• PENNVEST Letter of Recommendation for Greg Rapp/WWTP
• Proposed EV Charging Amendment
• Planning Commission reorganization
• Approval of October 20, 2025, meeting minutes

The commission approved the November 17, 2025 minutes and re‑elected its leadership. It voted to draft a letter of recommendation for two borough sewer and streambank projects. It also unanimously recommended that the Borough Council hold a hearing to consider amending the Transit‑Oriented Development ordinance.

• Approved November 17, 2025 minutes (unanimous 4‑0)
• Nominated Mike Panachyda as Chairman (unanimous 4‑0)
• Nominated Mike Bueke as Co‑Chairman (unanimous 4‑0)
• Approved drafting a Letter of Recommendation for Cannon Ave & Poplar Ave sewer upgrades and Neshaminy Streambank Restoration (unanimous 4‑0)
• Recommended Borough Council hold a hearing on the Small‑Parcel TOD ordinance amendment (unanimous 4‑0)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will meet to discuss priority initiatives and goals for 2026. The body is also reviewing the extension of program boundaries for downtown wayfinding signage.

• 2026 EDC Goals and Priority Initiatives discussion
• Downtown Wayfinding Signage program boundary extension
• LBA Update
• Lansdale Loyal Passport 2026 Program
• Restaurant Week (February 23 – March 1)

The Economic Development Committee approved the December 15, 2025 minutes (7‑0). Members voted to appoint Michael Yetter as Chairman (7‑0) and Doug Bellenger as Vice Chairman (7‑0). The committee also approved expanding downtown wayfinding signage to include Broad Street on a first‑come, first‑served basis (7‑0). The meeting included discussion of 2026 priority initiatives and a public comment on trash‑can service.

• Approved December 15, 2025 minutes (7-0)
• Approved Michael Yetter as Chairman (7-0)
• Approved Doug Bellenger as Vice Chairman (7-0)
• Approved expansion of downtown wayfinding signage to Broad St, first‑come‑first‑served (7-0)

Environmental Advisory Commission

Parking Authority

The Lansdale Parking Authority will consider several motions, including officer reorganization, reappointment of its solicitor, approval of staff resolution, approval of meeting minutes, payment of invoices, and the preparation and advertisement of bid specifications for parking lot maintenance. It will receive updates on SEPTA parking garage passes and the Park Mobile system. New business items include a restaurant week event, Freight House updates, feedback on parking kiosks, and discussion of the meeting schedule.

• Motion to reorganize Parking Authority officers
• Motion to reappoint the Authority’s solicitor
• Motion to approve invoices for payment
• Motion to prepare and advertise bid specifications for parking lot maintenance
• SEPTA parking garage passes update

The Authority voted 3‑0 to appoint a slate of officers, reappoint its solicitor, adopt Resolution 26‑01 for staff, approve prior meeting minutes, and authorize invoice payments. It also tabled the bid‑specification motion for lot maintenance and approved free parking for Discover Lansdale’s Restaurant Week (Feb 23‑Mar 1, 2026).

• Approved slate of officers: Chairman Dan Dunigan, Vice‑Chairman John Chirico, Secretary Todd Brown, Assistant Secretary Dominic Frascella (3:0)
• Reappointed Joseph Clement, Esq. as Authority solicitor (3:0)
• Adopted Resolution 26‑01 appointing administrative support staff (3:0)
• Approved September 22, 2025 meeting minutes (3:0)
• Authorized payment for invoices listed on the attached spreadsheet (3:0)
• Tabled Motion to authorize Pennoni Associates for parking‑lot maintenance bid specifications (3:0)
• Authorized free parking in all Authority lots after 12:00 pm for Discover Lansdale Restaurant Week, Feb 23‑Mar 1, 2026 (3:0)

Library Board of Directors

The Board of Directors will meet to discuss the 2026 budget and the library's status as a department of the borough. The meeting includes a vote to ratify a budget e-vote and staff cost of living increases, as well as filling two open board seats.

• Ratification of E-Vote for Budget 2026
• Ratification of cost of living increase for staff
• Vote for two open board seats
• Discussion on Department of the Borough 2026
• Establishment of 2026 meeting schedule

The board approved the October 2025 meeting minutes and the Director Report acknowledgment as part of the consent agenda. By electronic vote on January 5, 2026, the board approved the 2026 library budget, including a cost‑of‑living increase for staff. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved October 2025 meeting minutes (consent agenda)
• Approved Director Report acknowledgment (consent agenda)
• Approved 2026 library budget and staff cost‑of‑living increase (electronic vote)

Reoranization Meeting

The Borough Council will administer oaths of office to incoming and re-elected members. The body will elect a Council President and Vice President and vote on the reappointment of key borough officials.

• Reappointment of John Ernst as Borough Manager
• Reappointment of Patrick Hitchens and Eckert Seamans as Solicitor and Labor Counsel
• Reappointment of Christopher Fazio and Earl Armitage as Borough Engineers
• Reappointment of Ryan Devlin as Acting Police Chief
• Administration of Oath of Office to Council Members and Tax Collector James Hanratty

Councilwoman Mary Fuller was nominated for Council President but the nomination did not pass. The roll‑call vote was 4 in favor and 5 against, leaving the President position unfilled.

• Nomination of Councilwoman Mary Fuller for Council President failed (4‑5)