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New Hope, Pennsylvania

New Hope   Pennsylvania average (US Census ACS)
Population2,623
Per-capita income$132,918
Median home value$633,800
Typical home value $975,375 +6.9% yr/yr · +33.7% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)

Reuniones recientes

Wed Jul 22, 2026

New Hope Shade Tree Commission

Shade Tree Commission reviews tree applications and ordinance revisions

The New Hope Borough Shade Tree Commission is meeting to review tree removal and replacement applications and discuss updates to the Shade Tree ordinance. The body will also review tree health at the New Hope Shopping Center and a dead tree inventory from SavATree.

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NEW HOPE BOROUGH SHADE TREE COMMISSION AGENDA July 22, 2026 6:30 p.m. I. Approval of minutes from June 17th meeting II. Review: Status of Action Steps/Old Business/Letter Tracking spreadsheet - Action steps in Bold Old Business – items remain pending o Pending items: Soil sample, Lenape Park New business: • Applications: 145 S. Main St. (Remove/Replace) – Completed; 110 S. Main St (Remove/Replace) • New Hope Shopping Center – Existing tree health / replacements • SavATree Inventory Review – review of dead trees (week of July 27th) • Ordinance revisions –Shade Tree (vines, caliper of replacements) July/August (Other towns?) • Multi-Year Plan Update - September • Long term plans for the STC: o Monitor the long-range street tree replacement plan, incorporating prudent risk management techniques and trending conditions noted in tree inventory; to be done in conjunction with TCUSA Growth Award outline and the Borough Comprehensive Plan. • Next meeting: August 19th, 6:30 p.m. (Need Chair) MEMBERS Gloria Broeker Anita Maximo Frank DeLuca Stasia Kauriga Krayl Funch
Tue Jul 21, 2026

New Hope Borough Council

New Hope Borough Council meeting scheduled for July 21, 2026

The agenda provided contains only procedural information regarding the meeting location and Zoom access. No specific action items, proposals, or discussion topics are listed.

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New Hope Borough Council Meeting New Hope Borough’s Council meeting scheduled for July 21, 2026, will be held in the Borough’s Community Room and also using the Zoom platform. The Zoom app is available for iOS or Android smartphones and computer download. It is free to the public. The public can either attend the live meeting or view the meeting via Zoom utilizing the information below: Meeting ID: 865 4070 7655 Passcode: 210176 Direct Link to Zoom Meeting. July 21, 2026, Borough Council Meeting Agenda 7.21.26 AGENDA FINAL 1.PDF 1. Documents:
Mon Jul 20, 2026

New Hope Planning Commission

Planning Commission will discuss the Zoning Hearing Board application for 4 W Mechanic St.

The New Hope Planning Commission will review minutes from the June 15 meeting and hear a report from the Borough Council. Commissioners will discuss a zoning application for the property at 4 W Mechanic St. They will also consider a short‑term rental ordinance and the commission's review process. The meeting concludes with new business for future consideration.

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New Hope Borough Planning Commission Monday, July 20, 6:30 PM Community Room – 125 New Street New Hope, PA 18938 AGENDA __Keith Voss, Chair __Lawrence Greenberg, Vice-Chair __Lou Bellafronte __Charles Huchet __ Trish Herlan 1. Call to Order 2. Consider Approval of Minutes a. June 15, 2026 3. Borough Council Report 4. Discussion on Zoning Hearing Board Application – 4 W Mechanic St. 5. Discussion on Short Term Rental Ordinance 6. Discussion on Planning Commission Review Process 7. New Business for Future Consideration 8. Adjournment
Mon Jul 20, 2026

New Hope Green Initiative Committee

Committee will discuss the upcoming August 5 site inspection walk‑through

The Green Initiative Committee will approve the minutes from the June 15, 2026 meeting. It will then discuss the preliminary walk‑through and plan a committee and public walk‑through for the mandatory site inspection required by the RFP, scheduled for August 5, 2026. The agenda also includes a period for public comment.

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NEW HOPE BOROUGH July 20, 2026 4:00 PM 125 New Street, New Hope, PA 18938 Green Initiative Committee Meeting Agenda __K. Maisel __M. Becci __L. Bellafronte __ K. Frunch __M. Diamond __L. Brennan __A. Semeniuk • Approval of June 15, 2026 Meeting Minutes • Discussion of preliminary walk through, and committee and public walk through in the Borough, for RFP mandatory site inspection currently scheduled for August 5, 2026 • Public Comment
Tue Jul 7, 2026

New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB)

HARB revisará concepto para adición en 218 Towpath y varias solicitudes de alteración

La Junta de Revisión Arquitectónica Histórica de New Hope llevará a cabo revisiones formales y de concepto de múltiples propiedades en el distrito histórico. Los puntos incluyen la instalación de jardineras, ventanas, puertas, un kiosco, un proyecto de paisajismo, un techo y letrero nuevos, y una propuesta de adición y remodelación de una casa. La junta también aprobará las actas de la reunión anterior y recibirá informes de códigos.

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Historical Architectural Review Board 12 5 New Street New Hope, PA 18938 TUESDAY JULY 7 , 202 6 6: 0 0 PM ROLL CALL: APPLICATIONS : FORMAL REVIEW 1. 8 SOUTH MAIN STREET INSTALLING FOUR PLANTERS WHICH ARE ALL LOCATED ON SOUTH MAIN STREET. FORMAL REVIEW 2. 332 SOUTH SUGAN THE INSTALLATION OF SIX DOUBLE HUNG WINDOWS AND TWO DOORS. FORMAL REVIEW 3. 65 WEST MECHANIC STREET /KAREN MEYERS THE INSTALLATION OF A KIOSK IN THE PRIVATE PAKRING LOT. FORMAL REVIEW 4. 38 WEST FERRY STREET /GLENN STEPHAN A LANDSCAPE / HARDSCAPE P ROJECT FOR THE FR ONT OF THE HOUSE TO CREATE A COURT YARD SIMILAR TO THE PROPERTY TWO DOORS DOWN . FORMAL REVIEW 4 28 WEST BRIDGE / OLIVIAS ’S BRIDGE STREET INN INSTALLATION OF A NEW ROOF, WINDOWS, PATIO PAVERS AND A NEW SIGN. CONCEPT REVIEW 5 218 TOWPATH /KEITH BOYD THE APPLICANTS PRO POSAL IS TO BUILD AN ADDITION AND TO REFURBISH THE EXISTING HISTORIC HOUSE. MINUTES: APPROVAL OF THE MAY 5, 2026 & JUNE 2, 2026 MEETING MINUTES AGENT REVIEWS : CODE REPORT: ADJOURNMENT :
Wed Jul 1, 2026

New Hope Environmental Advisory Council

Reunión del Consejo Asesor Ambiental el 1 de julio de 2026

El Consejo Asesor Ambiental revisará las actas de la reunión anterior y recibirá una actualización del consejo. La agenda incluye discusiones de seguimiento sobre aguas pluviales, plásticos de un solo uso, reciclaje de vidrio y alternativas de sal para el invierno.

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NEW HOPE BOROUGH Wednesday, July 1, 2026 6:30 PM Environmental Advisory Council (EAC) Meeting Agenda Community Room – 125 New Street Call to Order 1. Acceptance of Meeting Minutes from June 3rd EAC Meeting 2. Council Update 3. Old Business a. Stormwater and MS-4/PAG-13 follow-up b. Single-use Plastics reduction c. Business glass recycling survey d. Bird Town follow up e. Salt alternatives for winter f. EV charging equipment 4. New Business 5. Discussions a. Upcoming events and how to promote and encourage participation 1. Summer (June/July/August) events: a. Bucks County Household Hazwaste Collection events (Time: 8:30am- 2:00pm): July 11th – Bucks County Community College; August 8th – Bensalem HS b. NH Library Grass Roots Picnic – August 4th 6. Public Comment 7. Adjournment Next Meeting: Wednesday, August 5th, 2026 @ 6:30pm Philip (Phil) Dahlin, Chair John Danaher Joe Kassick, Council Liaison Pamela (Pamm) Kerr Matt Egbert Ross Keyes
Mon Jun 22, 2026

New Hope Parks & Recreation Board

La junta de parques discutirá un mural, una solicitud de taller y la compra de un soporte para plantas

La junta revisará el informe del tesorero, aprobará las actas de mayo y recibirá actualizaciones de los subcomités. Los puntos incluyen un mural en las rejillas de BCWS en Ferry Landing, una solicitud de un taller del Borough Council el 3 de agosto, la sustitución de flores muertas en varias ubicaciones y una propuesta para comprar un soporte para plantas para Randolph Street Park.

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NEW HOPE PARKS & REC BOARD MEETING AGENDA MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2026 @ 7:00PM IN THE COMMUNITY ROOM Beth Hasher Randy Ragasto Bev Okulicz Lesley Larson Stephanie Nagy Hitomi Margadonna Diana Williams Pamm Kerr AGENDA  Meeting will be called to order / attendance  Minutes from May meeting to be approved Finances: Borough Treasurer Report – attached. Review/discussion Sub-Committee Reports • Bricks – Stephanie – report new requests/status of others • Landscaping/planting – Randy, Diana, Hitomi, Beth • Naturalizing New Hope – Diana and Pamm • Beautifying Our Borough – Leslie and Bev • Info & Projects – see below • Green Initiative Committee - Pamm  Mural on BCWS Grates in Ferry Landing: Met with Hope and she said that she should be able to get this done by August. Waiting for her to submit sketches of ideas.  Borough Council Workshop Meeting: request was made and the date is August 3rd @ 6pm. We need to submit and outline of what we want to discuss prior to this meeting with deadline for that being 7/15.  Dead Flowers Replaced: Diana, Hitomi, myself went to Ash’s to purchase replacements for what had died. Areas: VC hayracks, Ferry Landing hayracks, Stockton Ave. urns.  Hayrack on Post for Randolph Street Park: I would like to propose purchasing a hayrack on a post (previously considered for S Main Street) to be installed in front of the stockade fencing. Full shade annuals would need to be planted in the hayrack. New [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jun 17, 2026

New Hope Shade Tree Commission

La Comisión de Árboles de Sombra revisará la solicitud de reubicación de árboles en 97 S. Main St.

La Comisión de Árboles de Sombra de New Hope discutirá una solicitud de reubicación de árboles en 97 S. Main Street, revisará los árboles muertos del inventario de SavATree y considerará revisiones de la ordenanza relacionadas con enredaderas y requisitos de calibre. También actualizarán el plan plurianual de reemplazo de árboles callejeros en agosto y discutirán estrategias de gestión a largo plazo.

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NEW HOPE BOROUGH SHADE TREE COMMISSION AGENDA June 17, 2026 6:30 p.m. I. Approval of minutes from May 27th meeting II. Review: Status of Action Steps/Old Business/Letter Tracking spreadsheet - Action steps in Bold Old Business – items remain pending o Pending items: None New business: • Applications: 97 S. Main St. (Relocate) • SavATree Inventory – review of dead trees (June 16 th or June 22nd or 23rd) • Ordinance revisions –Shade Tree (vines, caliper of replacements) July/August (Other towns?) • Multi-Year Plan Update - August • Long term plans for the STC: o Monitor the long-range street tree replacement plan, incorporating prudent risk management techniques and trending conditions noted in tree inventory; to be done in conjunction with TCUSA Growth Award outline and the Borough Comprehensive Plan. • Next meeting: July 15th, 6:30 p.m. (Need Chair) MEMBERS Gloria Broeker Anita Maximo Frank DeLuca Stasia Kauriga Krayl Funch
Tue Jun 16, 2026

New Hope Borough Council

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La agenda de la reunión del Consejo Municipal de New Hope para el 16 de junio de 2026 contiene únicamente información procesal sobre la ubicación de la reunión y el acceso a Zoom. No se enumeran ordenanzas, resoluciones ni audiencias públicas propuestas. La reunión procederá sin ningún elemento de negocios sustantivo en la agenda publicada.

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New Hope Borough Council Meeting New Hope Borough’s Council meeting scheduled for June 16, 2026, will be held in the Borough’s Community Room and also using the Zoom platform. The Zoom app is available for iOS or Android smartphones and computer download. It is free to the public. The public can either attend the live meeting or view the meeting via Zoom utilizing the information below: Meeting ID: 824 5150 7564 Passcode: 838340 Direct Link to Zoom Meeting. June 16, 2026, Borough Council Meeting Agenda 6.16.26 AGENDA FINAL.PDF 1. Documents:
Mon Jun 15, 2026

New Hope Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación revisará la enmienda a la ordenanza de letreros y las reglas de alquileres a corto plazo

La Comisión de Planificación considerará una enmienda propuesta a la Ordenanza de Zonificación con respecto a los letreros, discutirá una ordenanza propuesta de alquileres a corto plazo y recibirá actualizaciones sobre la definición de 'carácter' del Plan Maestro y el Plan de Preparación para Emergencias.

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New Hope Borough Planning Commission Monday, June 15, 6:30 PM Community Room – 125 New Street New Hope, PA 18938 AGENDA __Keith Voss, Chair __Lawrence Greenberg, Vice-Chair __Lou Bellafronte __Charles Huchet __ Trish Herlan 1. Call to Order 2. Consider Approval of Minutes a. June 8, 2026 3. Review Proposed Amendment to Zoning Ordinance – Signs 4. Presentation of Planning Commission Best Practices & Process Refinement 5. Update on Emergency Preparedness Plan 6. Discussion on Proposed Blue Dot 7. Discussion on Short Term Rental Ordinance 8. Comprehensive Plan Discussion: Definition of “Character” & Other Terms 9. New Business for Future Consideration 10. Adjournment
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1 New Hope Planning Commission Meeting Minutes June 15, 2026 Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by Chairman Voss. Members Present: • Keith Voss, Chairman • Lawrence Greenberg, Vice Chairman • Lou Bellafronte • Charlie Huchet • Trish Herlan Borough Council Liaison: • Roger Green Approval of Minutes The minutes of the June 8, 2026, meeting were approved as amended to replace references to AI with "AI and emerging technologies.” Review Proposed Amendment to Zoning Ordinance - Signs Mr. Voss reviewed three ordinance amendments referred by Borough Council related to sign regulations. He explained the amendments were prompted by a sign application involving a commercial property on West Mechanic Street. Summary of Proposed Amendments Section Proposed Change PC Recommendation §275-51.B(4) Eliminate setback requirements in LC, CC, and Riverfront Cultural Overlay Districts Disapprove §275-54.C Increase permitted sign types from 2 to 3 Approve §275-54.C Permit freestanding signs up to 12 sq. ft. and 5 ft. high Disapprove All ordinances or parts thereof inconsistent with this Ordinance are hereby repealed to the extent of the invalidity. Approve The provisions of this Ordinance are declared to be severable. If any provision of this Ordinance is declared by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid or unconstitutional, such determination shall have no effect on the remaining provisions of this Ordinance, the New Hope Boro [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jun 15, 2026

New Hope Green Initiative Committee

El Comité discutirá el Borrador del Plan Integral y la RFP de la Iniciativa Verde

El Comité de la Iniciativa Verde de New Hope se reunirá para aprobar las actas de la reunión anterior y discutir los resultados del Borrador del Plan Integral, una propuesta de RFP de la Iniciativa Verde, una actualización sobre la bomba de DCNR y posibles cambios en el nombre del comité. También se recibirán comentarios del público.

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NEW HOPE BOROUGH June 15, 2026 4:00 PM 125 New Street, New Hope, PA 18938 Green Initiative Committee Meeting Agenda __K. Maisel __M. Becci __L. Bellafronte __ P. Kerr __ K. Frunch __M. Diamond __L. Brennan __A. Semeniuk • Approval of May 21, 2026 Meeting Minutes • Discussion on results of the DRAFT Comprehensive Plan • Discussion on Proposed Green Initiative RFP • Discussion on the DCNR pump update • Discussion on Potential Committee Names • Public Comment
Mon Jun 8, 2026

New Hope Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación discutirá el primer borrador del Plan Integral

La Comisión de Planificación de New Hope discutirá el primer borrador del Borough Comprehensive Plan en esta reunión. La comisión también considerará la aprobación de las actas de la reunión anterior.

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✓ Decidido: Commission reviews draft Comprehensive Plan and approves sharing sections with committees

The Planning Commission reviewed the first draft of the Borough Comprehensive Plan. Members discussed topics including traffic safety, housing diversity, and artificial intelligence. The Commission approved a proposal to share specific plan sections with advisory committees.

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New Hope Borough Planning Commission Comprehensive Plan Discussion Monday June 8, 2026, 6:30 PM Community Room – 125 New Street New Hope, PA 18938 AGENDA __Keith Voss, Chair __Lawrence Greenberg, Vice-Chair __Lou Bellafronte __Charles Huchet __ Trish Herlan 1. Call to Order 2. Consider Approval of Minutes a. May 11, 2026 3. Discuss 1st Draft of Borough Comprehensive Plan 4. Adjournment
Wed Jun 3, 2026

New Hope Environmental Advisory Council

El EAC discutirá la reducción de residuos plásticos y la preparación de carga de VE

El Consejo Asesor Ambiental considerará los siguientes pasos sobre la reducción de residuos plásticos, incluyendo los plásticos de un solo uso (SUPs) y una encuesta empresarial para el reciclaje de vidrio. Los asuntos pendientes incluyen la viabilidad del presupuesto para equipos de carga de VE, el seguimiento de aguas pluviales/MS-4 y el proyecto solar de la escuela NHSD. El consejo también discutirá Bird Town, actualizaciones de Parks & Rec, alternativas de sal para el invierno y la promoción de eventos de verano, como las fechas de recolección de residuos peligrosos.

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NEW HOPE BOROUGH Wednesday, June 3, 2026 6:30 PM Environmental Advisory Council (EAC) Meeting Agenda Community Room – 125 New Street Call to Order 1. Acceptance of Meeting Minutes from May 6th EAC Meeting 2. Council Update 3. Old Business a. EV charging equipment – budget available to install equipment to be EV-ready? b. Stormwater and MS-4/PAG-13 follow-up c. NHSD school solar 4. New Business a. Borough Council Workshop, June 1st follow-up i. Plastics – continued discussion of SUPs and possible approaches to reducing plastic waste ii. Business Survey for glass recycling iii. Other b. Bird Town discussion c. Parks & Rec update d. Salt alternatives for winter 5. Discussions a. Upcoming events and how to promote and encourage participation 1. Summer (June/July/August) events: Philip (Phil) Dahlin, Chair John Danaher Joe Kassick, Council Liaison Pamela (Pamm) Kerr Matt Egbert Ross Keyes a. Bucks County Household Hazwaste Collection events (Time: 8:30am- 2:00pm): July 11th – Bucks County Community College; August 8th – Bensalem HS b. NH Library Grass Roots Picnic – August 4th 6. Public Comment 7. Adjournment Next Meeting: Wednesday, July 1st, 2026 @ 6:30pm
Tue Jun 2, 2026

New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB)

HARB revisa planes de demolición y nuevas adiciones en 8 & 10 Waterloo Street

La HARB de New Hope llevará a cabo revisiones formales de varias solicitudes, incluyendo dos proyectos importantes en 8 y 10 Waterloo Street que implican la demolición de porciones no históricas, la preservación de estructuras gemelas originales de la década de 1890, la construcción de nuevas adiciones grandes y un muro de contención del río. Otros puntos incluyen la pintura exterior en 66 West Bridge Street, la instalación de una cerca en 84 Buttonwood y múltiples instalaciones de letreros en South Main Street. La junta también escuchará un informe del oficial de códigos y aprobará las actas de mayo de 2026.

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✓ Decidido: HARB approved painting at 66 West Bridge and fencing at 84 Buttonwood

The board approved two Certificates of Appropriateness: exterior painting at 66 West Bridge Street (Templeton Gray body, black shutters, metal roof unpainted) and fencing at 84 Buttonwood Street (4-ft picket and 6-ft privacy fence). The agenda item for 8-10 Waterloo Street was continued without a vote. Agent reviews and the code official report were also discussed.

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Historical Architectural Review Board 125 New Street New Hope, PA 18938 TUESDAY JUNE 2, 2026 6:00 PM ROLL CALL: APPLICATIONS: FORMAL REVIEW 1. 66 WEST BRIDGE STREET/BARBARA PARRISH EXTERIOR PAINTING FORMAL REVIEW 2. 84 BUTTONWOOD/ANDRE AND MARIA APRIL FENCE INSTALLATION FORMAL REVIEW 3. 8 WATERLOO STREET/ARTHUR CORSINI DEMOLITION OF THE NON-HISTORIC PORTION OF EXISITING STRUCTURE PER PRIOR COA. PRESERVATION OF THE ORIGINAL TWIN 1890’S STRUCTURE COMBINED WITH CONSTRUCTION OF A LARGE NEW ADDITION, NEW RETAINING WALL AT THE RIVER, AND SITEWORK. FORMAL REVIEW 4. 10 WATERLOO STREET/ARTHUR CORSINI DEMOLITION OF THE NON-HISTORIC PORTION OF EXISITING STRUCTURE PER PRIOR COA. PRESERVATION OF THE ORIGINAL TWIN 1890’S STRUCTURE COMBINED WITH CONSTRUCTION OF A LARGE NEW ADDITION, NEW RETAINING WALL AT THE RIVER, AND SITEWORK. AGENT FORMAL REVIEWS: BY RICH O’BRIEN 1-3 1. 87 SOUTH MAIN/UNCHANGED MINDS SIGN INSTALLATION. 2. 110 SOUTH MAIN STREET/GRAB AND GO SIGN INSTALLATION 3. 92 SOUTH MAIN STREET/GIOVANNI’S PICKLES SIGN INSTALLATION AGENT FORMAL REVIEWS: BY JAY FREEO 1-2 1. 36 WEST MECHANIC STREET/TIMOTHY BAILEY SINGLE GATE INSTALLATION 2. 142 SOUTH MAIN STREET/LAURIE BRUNO INTERIORS 2 SIGN INSTALLATIONS CODE OFFICIAL REPORT MINUTES: APPROVAL OF THE MAY 5, 2026 MINUTES ADJOURNMENT:
Mon Jun 1, 2026

New Hope Borough Council

La reunión de taller del New Hope Borough Council carece de contenido en la agenda.

La reunión de taller del New Hope Borough Council el 1 de junio de 2026, incluye únicamente logística de la reunión (ubicación, enlace de Zoom) y una referencia a un documento de agenda en PDF. No se enumeran decisiones ni discusiones específicas en el texto proporcionado. Esto parece ser una agenda procesal.

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New Hope Borough Council Workshop Meeting New Hope Borough’s Council workshop meeting scheduled for June 1, 2026, will be held in the Borough’s Community Room and also using the Zoom platform. The Zoom app is available for iOS or Android smartphones and computer download. It is free to the public. The public can either attend the live meeting or view the meeting via Zoom utilizing the information below: Meeting ID: 832 4845 1561 Passcode: 784250 Direct Link to Zoom Meeting. June 1, 2026, Borough Council Workshop Agenda 6.1.26 WORKSHOP AGENDA.PDF 1. Documents:
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1 of 22 sheets Page 1 to 4 of 53 06/29/2026 01:40:43 PM 1 NEW HOPE BOROUGH COUNCIL BUCKS COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA - - - COUNCIL WORKSHOP - JUNE 2026 - - - NEW HOPE BOROUGH COMMUNITY ROOM 123 NEW STREET NEW HOPE, PENNSYLVANIA18938 - - - MONDAY, JUNE 1, 2026 COMMENCINGAT 6:00 P.M. - - - BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: KENNETH MAISEL - PRESIDENT MICHELE BECCI-VICE-PRESIDENT JOSEPH KASSICK KELLY WHITMAN ERIC BURNSIDE MARK MAGERMAN ROGER GREEN - - - ALSO PRESENT: FRANK DeLUCA - BOROUGH MAYOR PETER GRAY - BOROUGH MANAGER MARK LABRUM, ESQUIRE - BOROUGH SOLICITOR MATTHEW DECKER - AUDIO/VIDEO TECHNICIAN 2 WORKSHOP - JUNE 20261 2 3 I N D E X 4 AGENDA ITEM PAG E NO.5 EAC Presentation ........................ 46 Green Ini tiative ......................... 407 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 3 WORKSHOP - JUNE 20261 PRESIDENT MAI SEL: Like to bring the 2 me eting to order. Fi rst u p -- good evening, everybody. 3 First up is public com me nt pri or to th e 4 me eting. O kay. W e have a presentati on by the 5 Envi ron ment al Advi sory Council . 6 We shoul d do attendance. 7 MR. GRAY: Cer tainl y. 8 PRESIDENT MAI SEL: Rol l call, p lease.9 MR. GRAY: Mr. Burnsi de? 10 MR. BURNSI DE: Here. 11 MR. GRAY: Mr. G reen? 12 MR. GREEN: Here. 13 MR. GRAY: Mr. M agerm an?14 MR. MAGERMAN: Her e. 15 MR. GRAY: Mr. Kassick?16 MR. KASSI CK: Her e.17 MR. GRAY: Mayor DeLuca?18 MAY OR DeLUCA: Her e.19 MR. GRAY: Ms. W hitman? 20 MS. WHI TMAN: Her e. 21 MR. GRAY: Ms. Becci ?22 MS. BECCI : H ere. 23 MR. G [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu May 28, 2026

New Hope Parks & Recreation Board

Junta decidirá sobre el estilo y ubicación de los carteles America 250

La Junta de Parques y Recreación discutirá y decidirá sobre el pedido de carteles America 250, incluyendo estilo, ubicación y cantidad. También revisarán los informes de la subcomisión sobre paisajismo, embellecimiento y un proyecto de mural en Ferry Landing. Los asuntos antiguos incluyen la discusión de azulejos decorativos o un mural en Playhouse Bridge. Los temas de nuevos negocios son bienvenidos.

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NEW HOPE PARKS & REC BOARD MEETING AGENDA THURSDAY, MAY 28, 2026 @ 7:00PM IN THE COMMUNITY ROOM Beth Hasher Randy Ragasto Bev Okulicz Lesley Larson Stephanie Nagy Hitomi Margadonna Diana Williams Pamm Kerr AGENDA  Meeting will be called to order / attendance  Minutes from April meeting to be approved Finances: Borough Treasurer Report – attached. Discussion, if any. Sub-Committee Reports • Bricks – Stephanie – report new requests • Landscaping/planting – Randy, Diana, Hitomi, Beth • Naturalizing New Hope – Diana and Pamm • Beautifying Our Borough – Leslie and Bev • Info & Projects – see below  Mural on BCWS Grates in Ferry Landing: I’ve emailed the artist, Hope Gabauro, but no response to date.  Green Initiative Meeting: Meeting was held on 5/21. There was an in-depth presentation by the Friends of the Delaware Canal regarding their efforts to keep the water flowing in the canal/repairing the pump. They also shared their plans to revamp the area of the berm (grass area from canal up to current wooden walkway) with an elevated walkway that will connect pedestrians to the towpath.  Green Roof: A request was made to discuss the possibility of utilizing the space for a community garden.  America 250 Banners: Decide on style, placement, and number to order. The chamber seems to have put up flags and generic bunting: 2 on the fence @ Ferry Landing and 2 on the fence of Lenape Park (Bridge St side). In addition to what I [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed May 27, 2026

New Hope Shade Tree Commission

La Comisión de Árboles de Sombra revisa el inventario de árboles y las revisiones de la ordenanza

La comisión está revisando los árboles muertos del inventario de SavATree y discutiendo posibles revisiones de la ordenanza relacionadas con enredaderas y poda ligera. Los miembros también están monitoreando el plan de reemplazo de árboles callejeros a largo plazo en conjunto con el Borough Comprehensive Plan.

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NEW HOPE BOROUGH SHADE TREE COMMISSION AGENDA May 27, 2026 6:30 p.m. I. Approval of minutes from April 15th meeting II. Review: Status of Action Steps/Old Business/Letter Tracking spreadsheet - Action steps in Bold Old Business – items remain pending o Pending items: o NWF Trees for Wildlife – Grant paperwork submitted and check received New business: • Applications: None • Application follow up; schedule potential May 28 th 29th or June 2nd • SavATree Inventory – review of dead trees • Ordinance revisions –Shade Tree (vines & light pruning)  June/July (Other towns?) • Long term plans for the STC: o Monitor the long-range street tree replacement plan, incorporating prudent risk management techniques and trending conditions noted in tree inventory; to be done in conjunction with TCUSA Growth Award outline and the Borough Comprehensive Plan. • Next meeting: June 17th, 6:30 p.m. MEMBERS Gloria Broeker Anita Maximo Frank DeLuca Stasia Kauriga Krayl Funch
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NEW HOPE BOROUGH Wednesday May 27, 2026 6:30 PM Shade Tree Commission Meeting Minutes Community Room – 125 New Street __X__ Gloria Broeker, Chair __X__ Anita Maximo __X__ Frank DeLuca __X__ Krayl Funch (via phone) __ X_ Stasia Kauriga ****************************************************************************************** The meeting was called to order at 6:33 p.m. by Gloria Broeker. Also present: Reed Finch, resident. The minutes for the April 15th meeting were approved. Old Business • Pending items: o NWF Trees for Wildlife – seedlings include 36 each of Eastern Red Cedar, Swamp White Oak, Eastern Redbud: Update: Gloria submitted the paperwork for compliance with the grant and received the check. New Business: • Applications: None. o Chocolate shop: Tree is not in inventory. Barbara Serratore (shop owner) called Gloria to say that the tree was to be cut down; the landlord informed his maintenance person that the tree may come down. Gloria told her to submit an application for the tree to be removed. • Application follow-up; potential schedule: May 28th 29th or June 2nd. Update: Site visits will take place on Tuesday, June 2 meeting at 9:30am at LSD. Will also check trees at the Parry Mansion. • SavATree Inventory: Will also review list of dead trees next Tuesday during site visits. • Budget available: $13,460. • 5-Year Plan: Will review next month. • Green Space Initiative: Committee will put out for RFP. Krayl will forward current C [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu May 21, 2026

New Hope Green Initiative Committee

El Comité discute la propuesta de RFP de la Iniciativa Verde

El Comité de la Iniciativa Verde aprobará las actas de abril, escuchará una presentación de Friends of the Delaware Canal y discutirá una propuesta de RFP de la Iniciativa Verde. Se recibirán comentarios del público. La discusión sobre la RFP es el elemento sustantivo principal de la agenda.

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NEW HOPE BOROUGH May 21, 2026 4:00 PM 125 New Street, New Hope, PA 18938 Green Initiative Committee Meeting Agenda __K. Maisel __M. Becci __L. Bellafronte __B. Hasher __ K. Frunch __M. Diamond __L. Brennan __A. Semeniuk • Approval of April 20, 2026 Meeting Minutes • Presentation by the Friends of the Delaware Canal • Discussion on Proposed Green Initiative RFP • Public Comment
Wed May 20, 2026

New Hope Borough Council

El orden del día de la reunión contiene solo detalles procedimentales

El orden del día para la reunión del New Hope Borough Council del 20 de mayo de 2026 se limita a la logística de la reunión, incluyendo la fecha, hora, ubicación e información de acceso a Zoom. No se enumeran puntos del orden del día sustanciales ni decisiones en el texto proporcionado; el orden del día hace referencia a un documento PDF que no está incluido. Esto parece ser únicamente un formato procedimental estándar.

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✓ Decidido: Council approves historic Vansant House sign, hires parking officer

Council unanimously approved hiring part-time parking enforcement officer Max McConnell at $20/hour and issued a letter of appreciation to the Bucks County Playhouse. They also approved Certificates of Appropriateness for signage at the historic Vansant House (4 West Mechanic Street) and a roof replacement at 30 West Bridge Street. A sculpture replacement in Lenape Park, swapping 'Windy Ribbon' for 'Blue Match,' was authorized.

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New Hope Borough Council Meeting New Hope Borough’s Council meeting scheduled for May 20, 2026, will be held in the Borough’s Community Room and also using the Zoom platform. The Zoom app is available for iOS or Android smartphones and computer download. It is free to the public. The public can either attend the live meeting or view the meeting via Zoom utilizing the information below: Meeting ID: 889 1464 9547 Passcode: 142664 Direct Link to Zoom Meeting. May 20, 2026, Borough Council Meeting Agenda 5.20.26 AGENDA-FINAL.PDF 1. Documents:
Mon May 11, 2026

New Hope Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación revisará las solicitudes de propuestas (RFP) para el estudio de tráfico y estacionamiento

La Comisión de Planificación de New Hope considerará la aprobación de las actas del 20 de abril y revisará las solicitudes de propuestas (RFP) propuestas para un estudio de tráfico y un estudio de estacionamiento. No hay votos programados sobre las RFP; la comisión está revisando las propuestas en esta reunión.

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✓ Decidido: Planning Commission recommends expanded scope for traffic and parking studies

The Commission reviewed and recommended modifications to two draft RFPs for independent traffic and parking studies. Members proposed broadening the geographic scope, extending data collection periods, and integrating the two studies to support the Comprehensive Plan.

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New Hope Borough Planning Commission Monday, May 11, 6:30 PM Community Room – 125 New Street New Hope, PA 18938 AGENDA __Keith Voss, Chair __Lawrence Greenberg, Vice-Chair __Lou Bellafronte __Charles Huchet __ Trish Herlan 1. Call to Order 2. Consider Approval of Minutes a. April 20, 2026 3. Review of Proposed Traffic Study RFP 4. Review of Proposed Parking Study RFP 5. New Business for Future Consideration 6. Adjournment
Wed May 6, 2026

New Hope Environmental Advisory Council

El EAC discutirá la carga de vehículos eléctricos, el reciclaje y la reducción de residuos plásticos

El Consejo Asesor Ambiental de New Hope se reunirá para discutir el seguimiento de los equipos de carga de vehículos eléctricos ante la compra planificada de vehículos, las oportunidades de reciclaje, incluyendo una encuesta empresarial para aluminio y vidrio, y la discusión continua sobre los plásticos de un solo uso (SUPs) y posibles enfoques para reducir los residuos plásticos. El Consejo también recibirá comentarios de una reunión del EAC de Bucks Cross y planificará la promoción de eventos próximos, como el Evento de Reciclaje de Cualquier Cosa con Enchufe del 9 de mayo.

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✓ Decidido: EAC approves April meeting minutes and plans plastic waste presentation

The Environmental Advisory Council accepted the April 1st meeting minutes. Members discussed potential solar installations at the school and a business survey for aluminum and glass recycling. The council will provide a presentation on single-use plastics on May 27th for a June 1st workshop.

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NEW HOPE BOROUGH Wednesday, May 6, 2026 6:30 PM Environmental Advisory Council (EAC) Meeting Agenda Community Room – 125 New Street Call to Order 1. Acceptance of Meeting Minutes from April 1st EAC Meeting 2. Council Update 3. Old Business a. EV charging equipment follow-up in light of planned vehicle purchase b. Recycling opportunities i. Business Survey for Aluminum and glass recycling c. Energy efficiency in Borough buildings i. International, State and local resources available d. Plastics – continued discussion of SUPs and possible approaches to reducing plastic waste 4. New Business a. Feedback from Bucks Cross EAC Meeting hosted by Lower Makefield Twnp. 5. Discussions a. Upcoming events and how to promote and encourage participation 1. May events: a. May 9th – Anything with a Plug Recycling Event, May 9th, 2026, New Hope – Solebury Upper Elementary School, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 6. Public Comment 7. Adjournment Next Meeting: Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026 @ 6:30pm Philip (Phil) Dahlin, Chair John Danaher Joe Kassick, Council Liaison Pamela (Pamm) Kerr Matt Egbert Ross Keyes
Tue May 5, 2026

New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB)

HARB revisará demolición y nueva construcción en 8 y 10 Waterloo Street

La junta llevará a cabo revisiones formales para la demolición y nueva construcción en 8 y 10 Waterloo Street (Arthur Corsini), una enmienda de letrero en 4 West Mechanic Street e instalaciones de techos en 30 West Bridge Street. Las revisiones de concepto incluyen renovaciones en 34 y 36 North Main Street por Landing Property LLC. La agenda también incluye la aprobación de las actas de abril y un informe del oficial de códigos.

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✓ Decidido: HARB discusses revised signage for 4 West Mechanic St, no decisions made

The New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board met on May 5, 2026, and discussed a revised signage application for 4 West Mechanic Street. The applicant presented reduced sign sizes, color options (gray or black trim, bronze or black light fixtures), and a proposed yard sign contingent on a future zoning amendment. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the provided portion of the minutes; only discussion occurred.

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Historical Architectural Review Board 12 5 New Street New Hope, PA 18938 TUESDAY MAY 5 , 202 6 6: 0 0 PM ROLL CALL: APPLICATIONS : FORMAL REVIEW 1. 4 WEST MECHANIC STREET/FOUR WEST MECHANIC STREET, LLC AMENDMENT TO SIGN SIZES ORIGINALLY PRESENTED AT THE APRIL MEETING . CONCEPT REVIEW 2. 34 NORTH MAIN STREET /LANDING PROPERTY, LLC RENOVATION AND REHABILITATION CONCEPT REVIEW 3. 36 NORTH MAIN STREET /LANDING PROPERTY LLC RENOVATION AND REHABILITATION FORMAL REVIEW 4. 30 WEST BRIDGE STREET /HOI POLLI ROOF INSTALL ATIONS FORMAL REVIEW 5. 8 WATERLOO STREET /ARTHUR CORSINI DEMOLITION AND NEW CONSTRUCTION FORMAL REVIEW 6. 10 WATERLOO STREET /ARTHUR CORSINI DEMOLITION AND NEW CONSTRUCTION MINUTES: APPROVAL OF THE APRIL 7, 2026 MINUTES CODE OFFICIAL REPORT AGENT REVIEWS : NO AGENT REVIEWS ADJOURNMENT :
Mon May 4, 2026

New Hope Borough Council

Reunión de taller del Concejo programada sin temas de agenda enumerados

Esta es una reunión de taller procedimental del Concejo de New Hope Borough. La agenda contiene únicamente logística de la reunión y ningún tema sustantivo para discusión o decisión. Se remite a los residentes al PDF vinculado para cualquier detalle potencial.

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✓ Decidido: Shade Tree Commission reports on tree inventory and canopy goals

The Shade Tree Commission provided an update on its annual street tree inventory and the completion of a porous paver tree pit improvement project. The commission reported a current tree canopy of 43% and a native species rate of 48%. No formal votes or legislative decisions were recorded during this workshop.

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New Hope Borough Council Workshop Meeting New Hope Borough’s Council workshop meeting scheduled for May 4, 2026, will be held in the Borough’s Community Room and also using the Zoom platform. The Zoom app is available for iOS or Android smartphones and computer download. It is free to the public. The public can either attend the live meeting or view the meeting via Zoom utilizing the information below: Meeting ID: 854 2396 2826 Passcode: 466878 Direct Link to Zoom Meeting. May 4, 2026, Borough Council Workshop Agenda 5.4.26 WORKSHOP AGENDA 1.PDF 1. Documents:
Mon Apr 27, 2026

New Hope Parks & Recreation Board

La Junta de Parques y Recreación discutirá canastas de hayrack, mural y pancartas del 250 aniversario

La Junta de Parques y Recreación de New Hope revisará las finanzas, aprobará las actas de marzo y discutirá múltiples iniciativas de embellecimiento. Las propuestas incluyen la instalación de canastas de hayrack en South Main Street, proceder con un mural en las rejillas de BCWS y solicitar pancartas para el 250 aniversario de Estados Unidos. También están en la agenda actualizaciones sobre la plantación de primavera, mejoras en Randolph Street y una nueva escultura para Lenape Park.

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✓ Decidido: Parks board postpones storytelling event to September

The board approved minutes from March 28 and made several planning decisions. The storytelling event scheduled for June 23 was postponed to mid-September due to storyteller availability. The board also set May 19 for planting new baskets and containers around town, and decided to move urns from South Main Street to the green roof, pending assistance from Public Works.

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NEW HOPE PARKS & REC BOARD MEETING AGENDA MONDAY, APRIL 27, 2026 @ 7:00PM IN THE COMMUNITY ROOM Beth Hasher Randy Ragasto Bev Okulicz Lesley Larson Stephanie Nagy Hitomi Margadonna Diana Williams Pamm Kerr AGENDA  Meeting will be called to order by Stephanie Nagy who will also moderate.  Roll call/attendance taken – minutes need to be taken.  Minutes from March meeting need approval. Finances: Borough Treasurer Report will be presented and reviewed. Balance figure does not include recent purchase @ Ash’s for $2057.00. Sub-C ommittee Reports: • Bricks – Stephanie – report new requests • Landscaping/planting – Randy, Diana, Hitomi, Beth • Naturalizing New Hope – Diana and Pamm • Beautifying Our Borough – Leslie and Bev • Info & Projects – see below  SPRING PLANTING: Diana and Randy went to Ash’s and picked out a beautiful assortment for our Spring planting. Planting was done on Friday, April 24 th. The watering schedule/season is April 15th through October 15th, Monday – Friday and will be done by NH Public Works. If we have a brutally hot summer with no rain like last year, may need to supplement on the weekends.  Idea to Bring Color to South Main Street: I would like to propose hayrack baskets on posts as seen in Kinsman Co. catalog. 3 or 4 of these hayracks along the canal ‘berm’ would add color and interest to an otherwise very boring area! These hayracks would be filled by Living Earth with begonias in May as well [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Apr 21, 2026

New Hope Borough Council

La agenda contiene solo elementos procesales

El texto de la agenda proporcionado incluye solo logística de la reunión (ubicación, enlace de Zoom) y una referencia a un documento PDF. No se enumeran decisiones, propuestas o discusiones sustantivas en el texto.

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✓ Decidido: Council approves street art mural and VanSant House signage

The Borough Council approved an installation and maintenance agreement with New Hope Celebrates for a rainbow street mural on West Mechanic Street and a Certificate of Appropriateness for signage at the VanSant House renovation.

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New Hope Borough Council Meeting New Hope Borough’s Council meeting scheduled for April 21, 2026, will be held in the Borough’s Community Room and also using the Zoom platform. The Zoom app is available for iOS or Android smartphones and computer download. It is free to the public. The public can either attend the live meeting or view the meeting via Zoom utilizing the information below: Meeting ID: 873 0039 9337 Passcode: 517005 Direct Link to Zoom Meeting. April 21, 2026, Borough Council Meeting Agenda 4.21.26 AGENDA-FINAL.PDF 1. Documents:
Mon Apr 20, 2026

New Hope Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación revisa los cambios propuestos a la ordenanza de desarrollo de tierras

La Comisión de Planificación de New Hope Borough se reunirá el 20 de abril de 2026 para revisar una enmienda propuesta a la Borough Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance. La agenda es mayormente un trámite procesal, enumerando también la aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 13 de abril y la recopilación de asuntos nuevos para consideración futura. Los cambios a esta ordenanza alterarían las reglas para subdividir y desarrollar propiedades en el borough.

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✓ Decidido: Planning Commission reviews proposed SALDO amendments

The Planning Commission expressed general support for revised Borough Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance (SALDO) amendments with minor recommended revisions. Vice Chairman Lawrence Greenberg will review best practices from other municipalities to improve procedural clarity.

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New Hope Borough Planning Commission Monday, April 20, 2026, 6:30 PM Community Room – 125 New Street New Hope, PA 18938 AGENDA __Keith Voss, Chair __Lawrence Greenberg, Vice-Chair __Lou Bellafronte __Charles Huchet __ Trish Herlan 1. Call to Order 2. Consider Approval of Minutes a. April 13, 2026 3. Review of Proposed Amendment to Borough Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance 4. New Business for Future Consideration 5. Adjournment
Mon Apr 20, 2026

New Hope Green Initiative Committee

El Comité de Iniciativa Verde discute visión, objetivos y opciones de nombre para el comité

Esta es una reunión de planificación y discusión del Comité de Iniciativa Verde de New Hope. Los miembros aprobarán las actas de la reunión de marzo, luego discutirán la visión y los objetivos del comité, posibles nombres nuevos para el comité y una fecha alternativa para la reunión de mayo. No hay votos vinculantes ni propuestas concretas en la agenda.

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NEW HOPE BOROUGH April 20, 2026 4:00 PM 125 New Street, New Hope, PA 18938 Green Initiative Committee Meeting Agenda __K. Maisel __M. Becci __L. Bellafronte __B. Hasher __ K. Frunch __M. Diamond __L. Brennan __A. Semeniuk • Approval of March 16, 2026 Meeting Minutes • Discussion on Vision and Objectives • Discussion on Potential Committee Names • Discuss Alternate Date for May Green Initiative Meeting • Public Comment
Wed Apr 15, 2026

New Hope Shade Tree Commission

Se discutió la plantación del Día del Árbol en 45 N. Main St. y las revisiones de la ordenanza de árboles

La Comisión de Árboles de Sombra revisará asuntos pendientes, incluyendo los preparativos para el Día del Árbol y los requisitos para el premio Tree City USA. Los nuevos asuntos incluyen la programación de un inventario de árboles con SavATree en mayo y la discusión de revisiones a la ordenanza de árboles de sombra con respecto a las enredaderas. No hay votos ni decisiones finales programadas; los puntos son para discusión y planificación.

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✓ Decidido: Tree City USA Growth Award approved; March 18 minutes ratified

The Shade Tree Commission approved the Tree City USA Growth Award. The minutes from the March 18 meeting were approved. No other formal actions were taken at this meeting.

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NEW HOPE BOROUGH SHADE TREE COMMISSION AGENDA April 15, 2026 6:30 p.m. I. Approval of minutes from March 18th meeting II. Review: Status of Action Steps/Old Business/Letter Tracking spreadsheet - Action steps in Bold Old Business – items remain pending o Pending items: o Arbor Day:  Planting at 45 N. Main St.  Seedlings ordered  Develop posters and News Release  Giveaways – games? o Tree City USA Growth Award Approved o NWF Trees for Wildlife – seedlings ordered via Hugh Marshall (Eastern Red Cedar, Swamp White Oak, Eastern Redbud; 36 each); several tasks required to be completed for compliance New business: • Applications: • Application follow up; schedule walk around • SavATree Inventory – first week of May • Ordinance revisions –Shade Tree (vines)  June/July • Long term plans for the STC: o Monitor the long-range street tree replacement plan, incorporating prudent risk management techniques and trending conditions noted in tree inventory; to be done in conjunction with TCUSA Growth Award outline and the Borough Comprehensive Plan. • Next meeting: May 20th, 6:30 p.m. MEMBERS Gloria Broeker Anita Maximo Frank DeLuca Stasia Kauriga Krayl Funch
Mon Apr 13, 2026

New Hope Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación discutirá la actualización del plan de preparación para emergencias

La Comisión de Planificación llevará a cabo una discusión sobre el Plan de Preparación para Emergencias como parte de la Actualización del Plan Integral en curso. No hay votos ni decisiones programadas; la reunión se centra únicamente en la deliberación. La agenda también incluye la aprobación de las actas de la reunión anterior.

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✓ Decidido: Commission approved March 16 minutes and scheduled May comprehensive plan draft

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the March 16, 2026 meeting. The first draft of the New Hope Comprehensive Plan is slated for presentation on May 21, 2026. Trish Herlan was tasked to follow up with Peter Gray regarding the Traffic and Parking Study RFPs. The commission noted that emergency preparedness and diverse housing will be included in the plan.

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New Hope Borough Planning Commission Comprehensive Plan Discussion Monday, April 13, 2026, 6:30 PM Community Room – 125 New Street New Hope, PA 18938 AGENDA __Keith Voss, Chair __Lawrence Greenberg, Vice-Chair __Lou Bellafronte __Charles Huchet __ Trish Herlan 1. Call to Order 2. Consider Approval of Minutes a. March 16, 2026 3. Comprehensive Plan Update a. Discuss Emergency Preparedness Plan 4. Adjournment
Tue Apr 7, 2026

New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB)

HARB revisará tres solicitudes de mejora de propiedades

La Junta de Revisión Arquitectónica Histórica de New Hope considerará tres solicitudes de alteraciones exteriores a propiedades en el distrito histórico: señalización e iluminación en 4 West Mechanic Street, el reemplazo de una cerca en 16 East Mechanic Street, y numerosas mejoras que incluyen techado, canaletas, barandillas de balcones, pintura y una terraza nueva en 11-35 West Bridge Street. La junta también aprobará las actas de las reuniones de enero y marzo de 2026.

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✓ Decidido: HARB approves signage and lighting for 4 West Mechanic Street

The New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board discussed and approved a signage and lighting plan for 4 West Mechanic Street. The board considered concerns about the size of the signs and the lighting fixtures before granting approval.

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Historical Architectural Review Board 12 5 New Street New Hope, PA 18938 TUESDAY APRIL 7 , 202 6 6: 0 0 PM ROLL CALL: APPLICATIONS 1. 4 WEST MECHANIC STREET/FOUR WEST MECHANIC STREET, LLC INSTALLATION OF 4 SIGNS, EXTERIOR LIGHTING AND OTHER FIXTURES . 2. 16 E MECHANIC STREET/ MATHEW ZABLUD REPLACEMENT OF A FENCE . 3. 11-35 WEST BRIDGE STREET/ GENEVIEVE GROSS NUMEROUS IMPROVEMENTS: Replacement of roofing, gutters, balcony railings, painting of exterior, and a new ground level deck with railing. MINUTES: APPROVAL OF THE JANUARY 6 , 2026 MINUTES IN (2 PARTS) & MARCH 3, 2026 AGENT REVIEWS : NONE ADJOURNMENT :
Wed Apr 1, 2026

New Hope Environmental Advisory Council

Aquetong Watershed Litter Pickup scheduled for April 4 at Honey Hollow Nature Center

The council will review ongoing recycling and energy‑efficiency initiatives, including battery recycling at the library and LED lighting standards for borough buildings. It will discuss upcoming community events and ways to promote participation. The agenda also lists volunteer litter‑pickup on April 4 at Honey Hollow Nature Center and the Bucks County Household Hazardous Waste Day on the same date.

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✓ Decidido: Council discussed recycling initiatives, waste reduction, and upcoming events

The Environmental Advisory Council reviewed the glass recycling plan, explored metal can recycling, and assigned members to develop a business survey. Members reported on old business items such as library recycling, EV charging proposals, event recycling challenges, and a bag ban ordinance in neighboring Solebury. Upcoming community clean‑up and educational events were announced, and public comments were noted. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

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NEW HOPE BOROUGH Wednesday, April 1, 2026 6:30 PM Environmental Advisory Council (EAC) Meeting Agenda Community Room – 125 New Street Call to Order 1. Acceptance of Meeting Minutes from March 4th EAC Meeting 2. Council Update 3. Old Business a. Battery recycling at library and reducing packaging waste – article sent for Spring newsletter b. V2 and other EV charging equipment follow-up c. Recycling opportunities i. Event recycling (e.g., Arts Fest, Car Show) ii. Aluminum and glass d. Bottle filler for Visitor’s Center e. Energy efficiency in Borough buildings – lighting standards (e.g., LEDs) f. Plastics – results of business survey, review of Solebury ordinance and NJ legislation g. Spring newsletter article / Op Ed on how to reduce packaging waste and improve recycling i. Highlighting which businesses in New Hope and surrounding areas offer more sustainable options for food, cleaning supplies, etc. - update 4. New Business 5. Discussions a. Upcoming events and how to promote and encourage participation i. April (e.g., Earth Day) and May local events Philip (Phil) Dahlin, Chair John Danaher Joe Kassick, Council Liaison Pamela (Pamm) Kerr Matt Egbert Ross Keyes 1. Aquetong Watershed Litter Pickup – April 4th 9:00am-11:30ish, meet at Honey Hollow Nature Center 2. Bucks County Household Hazwaste Days – April 4th 8:30am-2:00pm, BCCC, Newtown 6. Public Comment 7. Adjournment Next Meeting: Wednesday, May 6th, 2026 @ 6:30pm
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NEW HOPE BOROUGH Wednesday, April 1, 2026 6:30 PM Environmental Advisory Council (EAC) MeeHng Agenda Community Room – 125 New Street Present: Philip (Phil) Dahlin, Chair; Joe Kassick, Council Liaison; Pamela (Pamm) Kerr; John Danaher; MaF Egner; and Ross Keyes. Call to Order: 6:33PM 1.Acceptance of MeeNng Minutes from March 4th EAC MeeNng: Accepted, with minor edits 2.Council Update a.The proposed glass recycling plan for businesses came up. There was a quesHon if a similar service could be provided for metal cans. b.Does the EAC have to go though the borough for outreach about recycling programs, or can the EAC do that outreach directly. Phil will take a look at the code to see what we can do. MaS and Phil will develop a survey to go around to businesses about recycling. 3.Old Business a.BaFery recycling at library and reducing packaging waste – arNcle sent for Spring newsleFer i.Phil sent in write up to Spring newsleSer ii.John will follow up on ordering a new bucket since the current one is filling up. b.V2 and other EV charging equipment follow-up i.John intends to submit a proposal to Village 2 about puXng in charging equipment. ii.Joe will follow up about what parking enforcement vehicle will be chosen. A hybrid vehicle is currently being considered. c.Recycling opportuniNes i.Event recycling (e.g., Arts Fest, Car Show) 1.John notes that when they had dedicated recycling containers for an event, everything got mixed up. Event staff are likely t [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Mar 23, 2026

New Hope Parks & Recreation Board

Landscape contract awarded to Gorcon pending council approval

The New Hope Parks & Recreation Board will review the borough treasurer's report and sub‑committee updates. It will discuss several projects, including the newly awarded landscape contract with Gorcon, the in‑house watering plan, a proposed mural on BCWS grates at Ferry Landing, and ongoing planting needs at Randolph Street, Ferry Landing, and Lenape Park. The board will also consider the status of the Trinity Series #7 sculpture for Lenape Park.

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NEW HOPE PARKS & REC BOARD MEETING AGENDA MONDAY, MARCH 23, 2026 @ 7:00PM IN THE COMMUNITY ROOM Beth Hasher Randy Ragasto Bev Okulicz Lesley Larson Stephanie Nagy Hitomi Margadonna Diana Williams Pamm Kerr AGENDA ❖ Meeting will be called to order by Stephanie Nagy who will also moderate. ❖ Roll call/attendance taken – minutes need to be taken. ❖ No meeting in February due to snow Finances: Borough Treasurer Report will be presented and reviewed. Sub-Committee Reports: • Bricks – Stephanie – report new requests • Landscaping/planting – Randy, Diana, Hitomi, Beth • Naturalizing New Hope – Diana and Pamm • Beautifying Our Borough – Leslie and Bev • Info & Projects – see below Projects to Discuss: ➢ Holiday Decoration Removal: Everything has been taken down and all greens removed, including lamp post hayracks. Reindeer and other objects taken down/stored. ➢ Landscape Contract: Has been awarded to Gorcon. This firm had the contract way back in the early 2000s. This is pending Council review and official approval. ➢ Watering Contract: No outside contractor this year. All watering will be done by Public Works Monday – Friday. Their season will be late April thru October. ➢ Mural on BCWS Grates in Ferry Landing: Exciting news! The Borough and BCWS are on board with the idea of having NHS students paint a mural on these ugly grates! BCWS is even willing to pay for the paint and brushes! I have reached out to the school district re [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Mar 18, 2026

New Hope Shade Tree Commission

Shade Tree Commission to review tree removal application for 24 Waterloo

The New Hope Borough Shade Tree Commission will discuss tree removal and replacement at 24 Waterloo. The body will also review ordinance revisions regarding zoning and vines, as well as long-term street tree replacement planning.

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✓ Decidido: Commission gave verbal approval to remove and replace two trees at 24 Waterloo

The commission approved the minutes from the February 18 meeting. It gave verbal approval to remove and replace trees #289 and #290 at 24 Waterloo, with the trees already removed and new plantings planned for next year.

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NEW HOPE BOROUGH SHADE TREE COMMISSION AGENDA March 18, 2026 6:30 p.m. I. Approval of minutes from February 18th meeting II. Review: Status of Action Steps/Old Business/Letter Tracking spreadsheet - Action steps in Bold Old Business – items remain pending o Pending items: o Arbor Day:  Planting at 45 N. Main St.  Seedlings ordered  Develop posters and News Release o Tree City USA Growth Award Submitted o NWF Trees for Wildlife – seedlings ordered via Hugh Marshall (Eastern Red Cedar, Swamp White Oak, Eastern Redbud; 36 each); several tasks required to be completed for compliance New business: • Applications: 24 Waterloo (#289 & #290) Remove/replace • SavATree Inventory – first week of May • Ordinance revisions – Zoning & Shade Tree (vines) • Monarch Pledge • Long term plans for the STC: o Tree Tender group pruning, partner with others in 2026, OR separately (March/April) o Monitor the long-range street tree replacement plan, incorporating prudent risk management techniques and trending conditions noted in tree inventory; to be done in conjunction with TCUSA Growth Award outline and the Borough Comprehensive Plan. • Next meeting: April 15th, 6:30 p.m. MEMBERS Gloria Broeker Anita Maximo Frank DeLuca Stasia Kauriga Krayl Funch
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NEW HOPE BOROUGH Wednesday March 18, 2026 6:30 PM Shade Tree Commission Meeting Minutes Community Room – 125 New Street __X__ Gloria Broeker, Chair __X__ Anita Maximo __X__ Frank DeLuca __X__ Krayl Funch __ X_ Stasia Kauriga ****************************************************************************************** The meeting was called to order at 6:32 p.m. by Gloria Broeker. The minutes for the February 18th meeting were approved. Old Business • Pending items: o April 24th Arbor Day event:  Planting at 45 N. Main Street: Update: Gloria is still waiting for the quote from Hugh Marshall for the sidewalk repair work. The ginkgo tree can be replanted at another property in Carversville, PA. Will need to get a quote for moving the tree and discuss further.  Seedlings were ordered by Hugh Marshall. Update: Waiting to hear when they will be delivered.  Develop posters and news release. Update: Gloria will have a poster made with NWF sample poster. Krayl is creating a press release. o Tree City USA Growth Award: Update: The Commission received a Growth Award for work that was completed in 2025. o NWF Trees for Wildlife – seedlings ordered include 36 each of: Eastern Red Cedar, Swamp White Oak, Eastern Redbud. Several tasks are required to be completed for compliance: Update: Information has been posted on social media; need to check on media sites. Gloria will invite the Environmental Science group at the high school. Stasia will ask other shop [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Mar 17, 2026

New Hope Borough Council

Meeting info only; no specific agenda items listed

The March 17, 2026 New Hope Borough Council meeting agenda contains only procedural details about the meeting location, Zoom access information, and public attendance instructions. No ordinances, contracts, rezoning proposals, or other decisions are listed for discussion or vote.

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✓ Decidido: Council unanimously approved a certificate for 12‑20 West Bridge St. and the New Hope Celebrates event application

The borough council voted to approve a Certificate of Appropriateness for the railing at 12‑20 West Bridge Street. The council also approved the special events application for the New Hope Celebrates festival. Both motions passed with all members voting aye.

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New Hope Borough Council Meeting New Hope Borough’s Council meeting scheduled for March 17, 2026, will be held in the Borough’s Community Room and also using the Zoom platform. The Zoom app is available for iOS or Android smartphones and computer download. It is free to the public. The public can either attend the live meeting or view the meeting via Zoom utilizing the information below: Meeting ID: 825 0705 7937 Passcode: 306146 Direct Link to Zoom Meeting. March 17, 2026, Borough Council Meeting Agenda 3.17.26 AGENDA 2.PDF 1. Documents:
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1 of 18 sheets Page 1 to 4 of 42 03/17/2026 08:33:45 PM 1 NEW HOPE BOROUGH COUNCIL BUCKS COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA - - - MARCH COUNCIL MEETING - - - NEW HOPE BOROUGH COMMUNITY ROOM 123 NEW STREET NEW HOPE, PENNSYLVANIA18938 - - - TUESDAY, MARCH 17, 2026 COMMENCINGAT 6:30 P.M. - - - BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: KENNETH MAISEL - PRESIDENT MICHELE BECCI KELLY WHITMAN JOSEPH KASSICK ERIC BURNSIDE ROGER GREEN MARK MAGERMAN - - - ALSO PRESENT: FRANK DeLUCA - BOROUGH MAYOR PETER GRAY - BOROUGH MANAGER LISA LITTLEFIELD- ZONING OFFICER KEVIN EDWARDS - CHIEF OF POLICE MARY STOVER - BOROUGH ENGINEER MATTHEW DECKER - AUDIO/VIDEO TECHNICIAN 2 COUNCIL - MARCH 20261 2 I N D E X AGENDA I TEM PAG E NO.3 12-20 W est Bridge St reet-C OA . ............ 34 New Hope Cel ebrat es .. .................... 45 2026 Landscapi ng Pr ogram ................. 76 Traffic S ignal Ma inten ance Agr eem ent ..... 117 Bucks County Co-Responder Program ........ 2 38 Approval of Me eting Mi nut es . ............. 319 Approval of Accounts Payabl e ............. 3110 Com mi ttee Repor ts ........................ 3 211 Public Com me nt ...........................12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 3 COUNCIL - MARCH 20261 PRESIDENT M AISEL : C all th e m eeti ng to 2 order. Please stand for t he Pl edge of A llegiance. 3 Pet e, cal l th e r oll p lease.4 MR. GRAY: Certai nly. 5 Mr . B urnsi de? 6 MR. BURNSI DE : P resent. 7 MR. GRAY: Mr. G reen?8 MR. GREEN: Present.9 MR. GRAY: Mr. M agerm an? 10 MR. MAGERMAN: Present. 11 M [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Mar 16, 2026

New Hope Green Initiative Committee

Committee will discuss priority sites and design RFP options

The Green Initiative Committee will first approve the minutes from the February 16, 2026 meeting. It will then discuss the results for selecting priority sites in the borough, consider potential names for the committee, and review options for a design request for proposals, including scope and site prioritization. The meeting will conclude with a period for public comment.

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✓ Decidido: Committee assigned to draft objectives and create a site map for the next meeting

The Green Initiative Committee did not take any formal votes but agreed to clarify the initiative’s scope before finalizing a name or RFP. Members were tasked with drafting project objectives, producing a digital map of sites, and coordinating the RFP process. Future meetings will revisit scope, priorities, and the relationship between the Borough Hall complex and smaller near‑term projects.

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NEW HOPE BOROUGH March 16, 2026 4:00 PM Green Initiative Committee Meeting Agenda __K. Maisel __M. Becci __L. Bellafronte __B. Hasher __ K. Frunch __M. Diamond __L. Brennan __A. Semeniuk  Approval of February 16, 2026 Meeting Minutes  Discussion on Results for consideration of Priority Sites in the Borough  Discussion on Potential Committee Names  Discussion on RFP options for design, including scope and prioritizing sites  Public Comment UPCOMING GREEN INITIATIVE COMMITTEE MEETINGS:  Monday, April 20, 2026 – 4 PM
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Green Initiative Committee Meeting Minutes 1. Meeting Information ● Date: March 16, 2026 ● Members Present: Ken Maisel, Michelle Becci, Beth Hasher, Albert Semeniuk, Lou Bellafronte, Maura Diamond, Linda Brennan (joined remotely), Krayl Funch (joined remotely) ● Guests: N/A ● Minutes from Meeting 2/16/26: Approved. 2. Purpose of Committee Council charged the committee with generating original ideas and a cohesive vision for municipal green and “in-between” spaces. The initiative originated following strong public support for Borough Hall concept plans, with approximately $500k allocated as seed funding . The committee is responsible for defining scope, priorities, and a broader vision for implementation. 3. Key Themes from Discussion ● The committee continued refining the purpose and scope of the initiative, with discussion centered on three linked questions: what the project should encompass, how the work should be phased, and whether a public-facing name should wait until the mission is more clearly defined. ● Members generally agreed that naming the effort could help with public communication and signage, but that the committee is not yet aligned enough on scope for a final name to be useful. ● Ken read a statement from the Parks and Recs Committee in which they offered to manage the railr [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Mar 16, 2026

New Hope Planning Commission

Planning Commission will discuss traffic, sidewalks and valet safety objectives

The New Hope Planning Commission will meet on March 16, 2026 to discuss traffic and safety issues. Topics include potential planning objectives for roads, public sidewalks, and valet services. The commission will also review the process flow of prior plan presentations and consider new business for future consideration. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

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✓ Decidido: Commission approved amended minutes of the March 9 meeting

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the March 9, 2026 meeting, adding a provision that the Comprehensive Plan will be reviewed annually. No other actions were decided; the commission discussed traffic, safety, and coordination with Borough Council but took no formal votes on those topics.

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New Hope Borough Planning Commission Monday, March 16, 2026, 6:30 PM Community Room – 125 New Street New Hope, PA 18938 AGENDA __Keith Voss, Chair __Lawrence Greenberg, Vice-Chair __Lou Bellafronte __Charles Huchet __ Trish Herlan 1. Call to Order 2. Consider Approval of Minutes a. March 9, 2026 3. Discuss Traffic and Safety a. Roads and Safety –Gather Potential Planning Objectives b. Public Sidewalks – Gather Potential Planning Objectives c. Valets – Initial Discussion 4. Discuss Process Flow of Prior Plan Presentations 5. New Business for Future Consideration 6. Adjournment
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New Hope Planning Commission Meeting Minutes March 16, 2026 Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by Chairman Keith Voss. Roll Call Members Present: Keith Voss, Chairman; Lawrence R. Greenberg, Vice Chairman; Lou Bellafronte; Trish Herlan. Members Absent: Charles Huchet. Approval of Minutes The minutes of the March 9, 2026 meeting were approved as amended to include a provision that the Comprehensive Plan will be reviewed annually. Discuss Process Flow of Prior Plan Presentations The Commission discussed the role and timing of Planning Commission involvement in plans submitted to the Borough. It was agreed that the Commission should have the opportunity to provide input to Borough Council prior to decisions on planning-related matters, and that coordination with Borough Council may be required to formalize this process. Discussion included the role of the Zoning Hearing Board and its interaction with Borough Council. It was noted that, in certain cases, responsibilities may overlap, and that Planning Commission input could be beneficial. It was also acknowledged that some matters before Borough Council may fall outside the scope of planning review. Discuss Traffic and Safety The Commission discussed how to approach traffic, safety, sidewalk conditions, and valet operations, including whether to establish a focused subgroup. Members noted that Borough Council has requested identification of items that could be addressed in the near term. Discussion emphasi [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Mar 9, 2026

New Hope Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews comprehensive plan updates

The New Hope Planning Commission will consider approving the minutes from the January 12, 2026 meeting. Commissioners will discuss updates to the borough's comprehensive plan, including business survey results, the Resident Advisory Committee and its attendees, and a report on a conference with Solebury and school comprehensive plan leaders.

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✓ Decidido: Planning Commission approved prior meeting minutes with amendment

The commission approved the minutes from the January 12, 2026 meeting, adding an amendment to incorporate the Borough’s emergency plan into the Comprehensive Plan. No other formal actions or votes were recorded. No new business was introduced, and the meeting was adjourned.

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New Hope Borough Planning Commission Comprehensive Plan Discussion Monday, March 9, 2026, 6:30 PM Community Room – 125 New Street New Hope, PA 18938 AGENDA __Keith Voss, Chair __Lawrence Greenberg, Vice-Chair __Lou Bellafronte __Peter Meyer __Charles Huchet __ Trish Herlan 1. Call to Order 2. Consider Approval of Minutes a. January 12, 2026 3. Comprehensive Plan Update a. Discuss Business Survey Results b. Discuss Resident Advisory Committee & Attendees c. Report on Conference with Solebury & School Comp Plan Leaders 4. New Business for Future Consideration 5. Adjournment
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New Hope Borough Planning Commission March 9, 2026 / 6:30 PM The New Hope Borough Planning Commission met on Monday, March 9, 2026 at the Borough Hall community meeting room. ROLL CALL: Present: Vice Chair Lawrence Greenberg, Lou Bellafronte, Charles Huchet, Trish Herlan Absent: Chair Keith Voss, Peter Meyer Greenberg welcomed Trish Herlan to the Planning Commission. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by Greenberg. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: The minutes of the January 12, 2026 Planning Commission meeting were approved, with an amendment from Charles Huchet noting that the Borough’s emergency plan should be incorporated into the Comprehensive Plan. I. Comprehensive Plan Update A. Business Survey Results Representatives from the Bucks County Planning Commission and project consultants presented results from the recently conducted business survey associated with the Comprehensive Plan update. Survey responses highlighted several recurring themes from the local business community, including concerns related to parking, communication among businesses, and a desire for increased marketing and promotional support for the Borough’s commercial areas. Housing and mixed-use development were also discussed. Survey responses indicated that many businesses view mixed-use development as a positive approach for the community, particularly as a means of providing housing opportunities for employees. Respondents generally viewed mixed-use buildings as more consistent with the [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Mar 4, 2026

New Hope Environmental Advisory Council

Council reviews energy‑efficiency lighting standards and plastics survey results

The New Hope Environmental Advisory Council will discuss energy‑efficiency upgrades for borough buildings, focusing on LED lighting standards. It will also review the results of a business survey on plastics and consider the Solebury ordinance. Additional items include updates on battery recycling at the library, EV‑charging equipment, and recycling opportunities for upcoming community events.

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✓ Decidido: EAC accepted February minutes and reviewed recycling, energy and bag ban plans

The council accepted the minutes from the February 4 Environmental Advisory Council meeting. Members discussed ongoing recycling efforts, possible EV charging equipment, a glass‑recycling program, and a proposed bottle‑filling station for the Visitor’s Center. They also outlined upcoming sustainability actions such as reviewing a bag‑ban ordinance, LED lighting standards for borough buildings, and promoting Earth Day and other community events.

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NEW HOPE BOROUGH Wednesday, March 4, 2026 6:30 PM Environmental Advisory Council (EAC) Meeting Agenda Community Room – 125 New Street Call to Order 1. Acceptance of Meeting Minutes from February 4th EAC Meeting 2. Council Update 3. Old Business a. Battery recycling at library – status b. V2 and other EV charging equipment follow-up c. Recycling opportunities i. Event recycling (e.g., Arts Fest, Car Show) ii. Aluminum and glass d. Bottle filler for Visitor’s Center 4. New Business a. Energy efficiency in Borough buildings – lighting standards (e.g., LEDs) b. Plastics – results of business survey, review of Solebury ordinance 5. Discussions a. Upcoming events and how to promote and encourage participation i. April (e.g., Earth Day) and May local events ii. Bucks Co. Household Hazwaste Days 1. Next event – April 4th 8:30am-2:00pm, BCCC, Newtown b. Potential for April article / Op Ed on how to be more sustainable in purchasing X Philip (Phil) Dahlin, Chair X John Danaher E X Joe Kassick, Council Liaison X Pamela (Pamm) Kerr X Matt Egbert Ross Keyes i. Highlighting which businesses in New Hope and surrounding areas offer more sustainable options for food, cleaning supplies, etc. 6. Public Comment 7. Adjournment Next Meeting: Wednesday, April 1st (April Fools), 2026 @ 6:30pm
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NEW HOPE BOROUGH Wednesday, March 4, 2026 6:30 PM Environmental Advisory Council (EAC) MeeHng Agenda Community Room – 125 New Street Present: Philip (Phil) Dahlin; Joe Kassick, Council Liaison; Pamela (Pamm) Kerr; MaF Egner; and Ross Keyes. Call to Order: 6:31PM 1.Acceptance of MeeNng Minutes from February 4th EAC MeeNng: Accepted 2.Council Update a.It was brought up in Council that PlasHc Bag Ban and LED bulbs would be studied by EAC i.Phil noted there was model legislaHon from Sustainable NJ and Solebury 3.Old Business a.BaFery recycling at library – status: at the library, we will take a photo on Saturday the 7th at 10AM b.V2 and other EV charging equipment follow-up i.There might be an appeHte to get a charger up at village 2 c.Recycling opportuniNes i.Event recycling (e.g., Arts Fest, Car Show) 1.New Hope Arts will have some events at the high school on earth day. 2.PRDC has a glass recycling program where they provide a dumpster and then remove it for $800. 3.Joe will reach out to Pete about seZng up a program for collecHng glass from businesses in town for recycling. ii.Aluminum and glass 1.No update on Aluminum, Ma[ will conHnue to ask around for aluminum 2.Recycle glass and cardboard and biodegradable straws, Ma[ will follow up again. d.BoFle filler for Visitor’s Center i.EsHmate is $1500 for a bo[le filling staHon ii.Bo[le pricing was $15 to $30 iii.50 cent tote bag with the date of the bag ban iv.Check with Fishermans Mark about reusa [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Mar 3, 2026

New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB)

HARB to review final ordinance comments and railing installation

The Historic Architectural Review Board will review final comments on the HARB ordinance before submitting it to the Borough Council for an April workshop. The board will also consider a railing installation application for 12-20 West Bridge Street.

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Historical Architectural Review Board 12 5 New Street New Hope, PA 18938 TUESDAY MARCH 3 , 202 6 6: 0 0 PM ROLL CALL: NO CURRENT APPLICATIONS FOR THIS MEETING REVIEW : REVIEW OF FINAL COMMENTS FROM THE HARB MEMBERS AND LEGAL COUNSEL FOR SUBMISSION OF FINAL HARB ORDINANCE TO BOROUGH COUNCIL FOR THEIR APRIL WORKSHOP MEETING. AGENT REVIEWS : BY JAY FREEO 1. 12-20 WEST BRIDGE STREET/MATHEW RUSINEK INSTALLATION OF A RAILING IN THE FRONT ENTRANCE OF THE BUILDING . MINUTES: APPROVAL OF THE FEBRUARY 3, 2026 MINUTES ADJOURNMENT :
Mon Mar 2, 2026

New Hope Borough Council

Council workshop meeting on March 2, 2026 with in‑person and Zoom access

The New Hope Borough Council will hold a workshop meeting on March 2, 2026. It will take place in the Borough’s Community Room and will also be streamed live via Zoom. The Zoom meeting ID is 810 8312 5509 with passcode 071018, and the link is free to the public. No specific agenda items are listed in the provided document.

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✓ Decidido: Council held workshop to discuss July 3‑5 joint celebration events

The New Hope Borough Council met for a workshop and heard a presentation from America Celebrates outlining a multi‑day July 3‑5 program of stages, fireworks, drone show, parades and other activities. Council members asked questions about fireworks timing, noise limits, parking, shuttles and permit plans. No formal motions, votes, or approvals were recorded during the meeting.

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New Hope Borough Council Workshop Meeting New Hope Borough’s Council workshop meeting scheduled for March 2, 2026, will be held in the Borough’s Community Room and also using the Zoom platform. The Zoom app is available for iOS or Android smartphones and computer download. It is free to the public. The public can either attend the live meeting or view the meeting via Zoom utilizing the information below: Meeting ID: 810 8312 5509 Passcode: 071018 Direct Link to Zoom Meeting. March 2, 2026, Borough Council Workshop Agenda 3.2.26 WORKSHOP AGENDA.PDF 1. Documents:
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NEW HOPE BOROUGH COUNCIL BUCKS COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA - - - MARCH WORKSHOP MEETING - - - NEW HOPE BOROUGH COMMUNITY ROOM 123 NEW STREET NEW HOPE, PENNSYLVANIA 18938 - - - MONDAY, MARCH 2, 2026 COMMENCING AT 6:30 P.M. - - - BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: MICHELE BECCI - VICE-PRESIDENTKELLY WHITMANJOSEPH KASSICKMARK MAGERMANERIC BURNSIDEROGER GREEN - - - ALSO PRESENT: FRANK DeLUCA - BOROUGH MAYORPETER GRAY - BOROUGH MANAGERMARK LABRUM, ESQUIRE - BOROUGH SOLICITORMICHELLE FOUNTAIN - BOROUGH ENGINEERLISA LITTLEFIELD - ZONING OFFICERMATTHEW DECKER - AUDIO TECHNICIAN 2 I N D E X AGENDA ITEM PAGE NO. Presentation by the America Celebrates........4 Presentation from Visit Bucks................17 Sketch Plan Presentation - 181 W. Bridge St..33 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 3 WORKSHOP - MARCH 2026 MS. BECCI: I'd like to call the meeting to order. Pete, roll call please? MR. GRAY: Certainly. Mr. Burnside? MR. BURNSIDE: Present. MR. GRAY: Mr. Green? MR. GREEN: Present. MR. GRAY: Mr. Magerman? MR. MAGERMAN: Present. MR. GRAY: Mr. Kassick? MR. KASSICK: Present. MR. GRAY: Mayor DeLuca? MAYOR DeLUCA: Here. MR. GRAY: Ms. Whitman? MS. WHITMAN: Here. MR. GRAY: Ms. Becci? MS. BECCI: Here. MR. GRAY: Mr. Maisel? (No response.) MS. BECCI: Okay. Mark, I think you wanted to... MR. LABRUM: Yes. Good evening, Members of Council. This is Mark Labrum, assistant solicitor 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 2 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Feb 23, 2026

New Hope Parks & Recreation Board

Board will consider a new landscape contract for spring and fall plantings

The Parks & Recreation Board will review the borough treasurer's report and sub‑committee updates. Members will discuss removing holiday decorations, finalizing a landscape contract that will purchase and install plants, and setting up a daily watering contract for the 2026 season. The meeting will also cover the Green Initiative planning and several park improvement ideas such as additional shrubs and lighting on Randolph Street.

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NEW HOPE PARKS & REC BOARD MEETING AGENDA MONDA Y, FEBRUARY 23 , 202 6 @ 7:00PM IN THE COMMUNITY ROOM Beth Hasher Randy Ragasto Bev O kulicz Lesl ey Larson St e phanie Nagy Hitomi Margadonna Diana Williams Pamm Kerr AGENDA  Meeting will be called to order.  Roll call/attendance taken  No meeting in January due to snow Finances : Borough Treasurer Report will be presented and reviewed. Sub-Committee Reports :  Bric ks – Stephanie – go over new procedure  Landscaping /planting – Randy, Diana, Hitomi, Beth  Naturalizing New Hope – Diana and Pamm  Beautifying Our Borough – Leslie and Bev  Info & Projects – see below Projects to Discuss:  Holiday Decoration Removal: I think it ’s time to get the holiday decorations down/stored. Public Works will take care of reindeer, penguins, PEACE sign. Hoping they saved the boxes that these items came in. Is anyone available next week for a day or 2 to get everything down? That ’s as long as we don ’t get more snow Sunday into Monday! I purchased six 27gal totes to store the items. We may need more totes but we ’ll see.  Landscape Contract Advertised : the ads went out the week of 2/15 in several newspapers. Since we could not come up with a list of shrubs, perennials and annuals that we need for fill in, Pete worded the contract to state that we will ascertain what is needed, purchase the materials, have them delivered, but the winning landscape contractor will install. The cost of materials and their labor will of co [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Feb 19, 2026

New Hope Zoning Hearing Board

Zoning Board to hear variance requests for residential and commercial properties

The New Hope Zoning Hearing Board will review three applications for variances. These include requests for building coverage at a residential site, a new electronic sign for the fire company, and the operation of a convenience store.

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1 NEW HOPE BOROUGH February 19, 2026 6:00 PM New Hope Borough Hall, 125 New Street, New Hope, PA, 18938 Zoning Hearing Board Agenda ___ Fiala, Chair ___ Hansel, Vice-Chair ___ Ferrone ___ Goodwin ___ Huebner ___ Woidill (alt) ____ Schroeher (alt) ____ Montgomery (alt) 1. Call to Order 2. Continued ZHB Application(s): a) Docket # 25-6, 48 Waterloo St (Waterloo 48, LLC) This is the application of Waterloo 48, LLC regarding Tax Parcel No. 27-010-156-001 which is located at 48 Waterloo Street, in the RB, Borough Residential Zoning District of New Hope Borough. Applicant seeks to demolish and reconstruct a single-family attached dwelling. New Hope Borough Zoning Ordinance 2025-01 requires that any portion of a lot within the floodway is subtracted from the lot area measurement. Lot area is the initial factor in calculating impervious surface coverage and building coverage. To facilitate redevelopment, Applicant seeks a variance from: (1) §275-29.C, to permit impervious coverage of 83.66%, where the maximum allowed is 40%; (2) from §275-29.C, to permit building coverage of 68.45%, where the maximum allowed is 30%; and, (3) from §275- 29.C(2)(f)(3), to permit a building with a rear yard setback less than the 40 foot rear yard setback required, only if the building is considered a Use 14C Two-Family Dwelling. 3. New ZHB application(s): a) Docket # 25-07, 46 N Sugan Rd (New Hope Fire Company) This is the application of New Hope Fire Company regardi [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Feb 18, 2026

New Hope Shade Tree Commission

Arbor Day tree planting scheduled at 45 N. Main St. on April 24, 2026

The Shade Tree Commission will approve the minutes from the January 21 meeting and review the status of pending action steps, including the Arbor Day planting at 45 N. Main St. New business includes discussion of seedlings ordered for the NWF Trees for Wildlife program, the submission of the Tree City USA Growth Award, and plans for street‑tree pruning and long‑range replacement.

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✓ Decidido: January 21 meeting minutes approved by the Shade Tree Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the January 21 meeting. No tree‑related applications were received. Members provided updates on Arbor Day planning, seedling grant compliance, the Tree City USA award, and the Green Initiative project. The meeting adjourned at 7:09 p.m.

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MEMBERS Gloria Broeker Anita Maximo Frank DeLuca Stasia Kauriga Krayl Funch NEW HOPE BOROUGH SHADE TREE COMMISSION AGENDA February 18 , 202 6 6 :0 0 p.m . I. Approval of minutes from January 21st me eting II. Review : Status of Action Steps /Old Business /Letter Tracking spreadsheet - Action steps in Bold Old Business – items remain pending o Pending items : o Arbor Day:  Planting at 45 N. Main St.  Seedlings ordered  Develop posters and News Release New business:  Application s : None ; Inquiry about Cintra property  NWF Trees for Wildlife – seedlings ordered via Hugh Marshall (Eastern Red Cedar, Swamp White Oak, Eastern Redbud; 36 each); several tasks required to be completed for compliance  Tree City USA Growth Award Submitted  Sprin g Newsletter Items o Arbor Day April 24, 2026 o NWF Grant / Seedlings o NHSHS Tree Planting student presentation o New Tree City USA signs  Sweep Tree Pits with salt  Long term plans for the ST C: o Tree Tender group pruning, partner with others in 202 6 , OR separately (March/April) o Monitor the long-range street tree replacement plan, incorporating prudent risk management techniques and trending conditions noted in tree inventory ; to be done in conjunction with TCUSA Growth Award outline and the Borough Comprehensive Plan .  Next meeting: March 18th , 6 :00 p.m.
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NEW HOPE BOROUGH Wednesday February 18, 2026 6:00 PM Shade Tree Commission Meeting Minutes Community Room – 125 New Street __X__ Gloria Broeker, Chair __X__ Anita Maximo __X__ Frank DeLuca __X__ Krayl Funch __ __ Stasia Kauriga ****************************************************************************************** The meeting was called to order at 6:03 p.m. by Gloria Broeker. The minutes for the January 21st meeting were approved. Old Business • Pending items: o April 24th Arbor Day celebration possibilities for:  Planting at 45 N. Main St.: Update: Gloria sent two emails and is waiting to hear back from Kimberley. The sidewalk work needs to be coordinated with the tree planting project. Krayl will also reach out to Kimberley.  Seedlings ordered. Update: The seedlings have been ordered; Hugh Marshall will be receiving them. The seedlings (eastern red cedar, swamp white oak, eastern redbud) will be given away as part of the Arbor Day event.  Develop posters and news release. Update: Need to create flyers for billboards and online. Krayl will draft a poster and press release. New Business: • Applications: None. o Inquiry about Cintra property: Gloria checked with Zoning about the trees marked with red ribbons. Lisa said that preliminary building plans have been submitted. Nothing has been formally reviewed or approved. • NWF Trees for Wildlife: As noted above, the seedlings will be received by Hugh Marshall. There are several require [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Feb 17, 2026

New Hope Borough Council

Council meeting set for Feb 17, 2026 with no agenda items listed

The New Hope Borough Council will meet on February 17, 2026 in the Borough’s Community Room and via Zoom. The meeting is open to the public, with Zoom ID 886 0405 0576 and passcode 563416. No specific agenda items or documents are listed in the provided agenda.

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✓ Decidido: Council approves Certificate of Appropriateness for 142 South Main St

The borough council approved the Certificate of Appropriateness for 142 South Main Street exterior painting. All six council members who voted aye. The council also discussed a Certificate of Appropriateness for 38 West Ferry Street, but no vote outcome was recorded. No other substantive actions were taken in this meeting.

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New Hope Borough Council Meeting New Hope Borough’s Council meeting scheduled for Feb. 17, 2026, will be held in the Borough’s Community Room and also using the Zoom platform. The Zoom app is available for iOS or Android smartphones and computer download. It is free to the public. The public can either attend the live meeting or view the meeting via Zoom utilizing the information below: Meeting ID: 886 0405 0576 Passcode: 563416 Direct Link to Zoom Meeting. February 17, 2026, Borough Council Meeting Agenda 2.17.26 AGENDA.PDF 1. Documents:
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1 of 27 sheets Page 1 to 4 of 66 03/03/2026 01:42:49 PM 1 NEW HOPE BOROUGH COUNCIL. BUCKS COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA - - - FEBRUARY COUNCIL MEETING - - - NEW HOPE BOROUGH COMMUNITY ROOM 123 NEW STREET NEW HOPE, PENNSYLVANIA18938 - - - TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2026 COMMENCINGAT 6:30 P.M. - - - BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: KENNETH MAISEL - PRESIDENT MICHELE BECCI KELLY WHITMAN JOSEPH KASSICK ERIC BURNSIDE ROGER GREEN MARK MAGERMAN - - - ALSO PRESENT: FRANK DeLUCA - BOROUGH MAYOR PETER GRAY - BOROUGH MANAGER MARK LABRUM, ESQUIRE - BOROUGH SOLICITOR LISA LITTLEFIELD- ZONING OFFICER KEVIN EDWARDS - CHIEF OF POLICE MARY STOVER - BOROUGH ENGINEER 2 COUNCIL - FEBRUARY 20261 2 I N D E X3 AGENDA I TEM PA GE NO. 4 142 S out h M ai n St re et -C OA . .................. 5 5 38 W est Fer ry St re et -C OA . ................... 7 6 49 W est Me chani c S tre et -C OA .................1 5 7 43 W est Br id ge S tr eet -C OA . ..................1 8 8 20- 1 S out h M ai n St re et -C OA . .................1 9 9 48 W at erl oo St re et ..........................2 1 10 2026 Road Pr ogr am Adver ti se me nt .............3 6 11 Adm in is tra ti ve A ssi st ant Hi ri ng . ............4 0 12 Appr oval of Me et in g M in ut es ..................4 2 13 Appr oval of Ac co unt s Payabl e . ...............4 3 14 Com mi tte e R epor ts ...........................4 3 15 So lic it or' s R epor t ..........................5 1 16 Publ ic Co mme nt ............................5 1 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 3 COUNCIL - FEBRUARY [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Feb 16, 2026

New Hope Green Initiative Committee

Committee reviews the new Greenspace Initiative and its project locations

The New Hope Green Initiative Committee will introduce the Greenspace Initiative, outlining its mission, key objectives, and proposed project locations. An initial concept presentation will be given by CKS Engineers. The committee will discuss a new name for the group and plan next steps.

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✓ Decidido: Committee outlined next steps, no formal decisions taken

The New Hope Green Initiative Committee discussed the project scope, reviewed a list of priority sites, and identified themes such as usability, maintenance, and coordination with external partners. Members were assigned action items, including site visits, idea generation, and outreach to the Friends of the Delaware Canal and Bucks County Comprehensive Plan representatives. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded in the meeting.

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NEW HOPE BOROUGH February 16, 2026 4:00 PM Green Initiative Committee Meeting Agenda __K. Maisel __M. Becci __B. Hasher __ K. Frunch __M. Diamond __L. Brennan __A. Semeniuk  Committee Introductions  Introduce Greenspace Initiative o Mission: Key Objectives o Review of Proposed Project Locations  Initial Concept Review presentation by CKS Engineers  Discussion o New Name of Committee o Next Steps UPCOMING GREEN INITIATIVE COMMITTEE MEETINGS:  Monday, March 16, 2026 – 4 PM
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Green Initiative Committee Meeting Minutes 1. Meeting Information ● Date: 2/16/27 ● Members Present: Ken Maisel, Michelle Becci, Beth Hasher, Krayl Funch, Albert Semeniuk, Maura Diamond, Linda Brennan (joined remotely) ● Guests: Kim Flanders from Arro Consulting 2. Purpose of Committee Council charged the committee with generating original ideas and a cohesive vision for municipal green and “in-between” spaces. The effort originated following strong public support for Borough Hall concept plans unveiled last October. Approximately $500k has been allocated as seed funding to advance planning, with the expectation that the committee will define scope and direction. 3. Key Themes from Discussion A. Scope and Vision ● Committee may expand or refine the scope beyond the initial green space study (e.g., landscaping, hardscaping, tree work, connectivity). ● Goal is to create cohesive, attractive, and usable spaces that function both individually and as a network. ● Emphasis on protecting natural and cultural resources while improving usability and maintenance. B. Partnership Context ● Landscape architect Kim (Arro Consulting) presented guiding objectives, which the committee acknowledged as a useful framework. Committee is not obligated to adopt specific proposals or award future work to any one firm. ● Some of the land and buildings [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Feb 4, 2026

New Hope Environmental Advisory Council

New Hope Environmental Advisory Council meets February 4

The Environmental Advisory Council is holding a meeting to review minutes and discuss old and new business. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate items.

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✓ Decidido: EAC accepted the January 7 meeting minutes

The Environmental Advisory Council formally accepted the minutes from its January 7 meeting. No other resolutions were approved; council members were tasked with follow‑up actions such as contacting Solebury’s EAC about a plastic‑bag ban and researching LED lighting savings.

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NEW HOPE BOROUGH Wednesday, February 4, 2026 6:30 PM Environmental Advisory Council (EAC) Meeting Agenda Community Room – 125 New Street __Phil Dahlin __John Danaher __Matt Egner __Pamm Kerr __Ross Keyes __Joe Kassick, Council Liaison Call to Order 1. Acceptance of Meeting Minutes 2. Council Concerns Report 3. Old Business 4. New Business 5. Public Comment 6. Adjournment Next Meeting: March 4, 2026 @ 6:30
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NEW HOPE BOROUGH Wednesday, February 4, 2026 6:30 PM Environmental Advisory Council (EAC) MeeIng Agenda Community Room – 125 New Street Present: Kelly Whitman, Outgoing Council Liaison; Joe Kassick, Council Liaison; John Danaher; Pamm Kerr; MaF Egner; and Ross Keyes. Call to Order: 6:33PM 1.Acceptance of MeeMng Minutes from January 7th EAC MeeMng: Accepted 2.Council Update a.Kelly provided and update: i.EV Charging staIon: lists will be coming. There is one in Bethlehem, but Kelly is also requesIng more opIons for installaIons to review ii.Cross-commiUee summit: At this Ime, we are encouraged to aUend other commiUee meeIngs iii.There is a light now on the flag outside the council building iv.BaUery bucket has been ordered 1.There should be some sort of ceremony 2.Pete will let us know when it arrives v.Council president Ken is looking for other small scale recycling opportuniIes 1.PotenIally recycling staIon for events vi.EAC to review the use of LED in municipal buildings and provide guidance vii.Can the EAC idenIfy other clean up opportuniIes viii.EAC to review a plasIc bag ban: borough conducted a business survey, but bag ban was not addressed 1.Solebury has had one in place for a while we should reach out to their EAC ix.LeUer of support for Solebury shuUle was ended up not being needed at this Ime, so it was not sent 3.Old Business a.No old business discussed 4.New Business a.Council is looking for the EAC to research impacts of plasIc bag [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Feb 3, 2026

New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB)

HARB to review exterior painting and new construction projects

The New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board will meet to review applications for exterior painting, new single-family dwellings, and sign installations. The board will also conduct agent reviews for specific properties.

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✓ Decidido: Board discussed paint colors and landscaping for 142 South Main; no action taken

The Historic Architectural Review Board reviewed the proposed repainting of 142 South Main Street, including white exterior walls, retained stucco, and black trim. Members also discussed planned landscaping and planters. No formal approval, denial, or vote was recorded.

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Historical Architectural Review Board 12 5 New Street New Hope, PA 18938 TUESDAY FEBRUARY 3 , 202 6 6: 0 0 PM ROLL CALL: APPLICATIONS: FORMAL REVIEW 1. 142 SOUTH MAIN STREET / LORI BRUNO EXTERIOR PAINTING CONCEPT REVIEW 2. 38 WEST FERRY STREET / GLEN STEPHAN NUM EROUS RENOVATIONS INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING ; NEW SLATE ROOF, REPLACEMENT OF DOORS, WINDOWS, RAILINGS, DORMERS, GUTTER/DOWNSPOUTS, AND FRONT DOOR LIGHTING. REMOVING 2 STORY SIDE STAIR CASE. FORMAL REVIEW 3. 49 WEST MECHANIC STREET/JERRY AND SUSAN ASPIT E CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING AGENT REVIEWS : BY RICH O ’BRIEN 1. MATHEW BARRETT/ 43 WEST BRIDGE STREET, / NEW HOPE ARTS BLDG/. DARK SIDE OF THE WOOD SIGN INSTALLATION 2. CHRISTINE LOMAURO/20-1 SOUTH MAIN STREET/REEDS BREAKFAST BAR SIGN INSTALLATION ADJOURNMENT :
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NEW HOPE BOROUGH BUCKS COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA - - - HISTORICAL ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD - - - NEW HOPE BOROUGH COMMUNITY ROOM 123 NEW STREET NEW HOPE, PENNSYLVANIA 18938- - - TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2026COMMENCING AT 6:00 P.M. - - - BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: JAMES FREEO - CHAIRMAN RICH O'BRIEN JOHN WILLIAMS KAITLYNN ZOLNAY MARISA MORGAN - - - ALSO PRESENT: JoAnn CONNELL - BOROUGH ADMINISTRATOR I N D E X AGENDA ITEM PAGE 142 South Main Street..................3 38 West Ferry Street..................22 49 West Mechanic Street...............48 Agent Reviews.........................73 3 HARB - FEBRUARY 2026CHAIRMAN FREEO: Okay. Welcome to theFebruary 2026 meeting of the New Hope HistoricArchitectural Review Board. We'll do a roll callstarting with Kaitlynn on my left.MS. ZOLNAY: Kaitlynn Zolnay, HistoricDistrict resident.MS. MORGAN: Marisa Morgan.CHAIRMAN FREEO: Jay Freeo, HistoricDistrict resident and HARB chair.MR. O'BRIEN: I'm Rich O'Brien ofKeystone Municipal Services. We serve as buildinginspector for the municipality.MR. WILLIAMS: John Williams, New Hoperesident, residing in the Historic District.CHAIRMAN FREEO: We will do our best tospeak up.Okay. So first up we have 142 SouthMain Street and that's Lori Bruno. Come up to thepodium and hopefully that microphone is working.So Lori, we have your application. AndI think we're going to flip to the photos. I just wantto make sure -- just so everyone knows, what happenedis that you started painting and then stopped. Somaybe we j [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Feb 2, 2026

New Hope Borough Council

Council workshop meeting held in person and via Zoom

The New Hope Borough Council will hold a workshop on February 2, 2026 in the Borough’s Community Room and via Zoom. The Zoom meeting ID (871 7036 9986) and passcode (904158) are provided, and attendance is free to the public. No specific agenda items are listed in the document.

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✓ Decidido: Council workshop held; no formal actions or votes recorded

The New Hope Borough Council met on February 2, 2026 for a public workshop in the borough community room. Council members and staff heard public comments about parking, valet services at The Landing, a political sign on Kiltie Drive, and fire‑hydrant accessibility. Staff provided updates that a zoning violation notice was issued to The Landing, a temporary Certificate of Occupancy is in effect, and fire‑hydrant locations are being identified, but no formal motions, approvals, or votes were taken.

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New Hope Borough Council Workshop Meeting New Hope Borough’s Council workshop meeting scheduled for Feb. 2, 2026, will be held in the Borough’s Community Room and also using the Zoom platform. The Zoom app is available for iOS or Android smartphones and computer download. It is free to the public. The public can either attend the live meeting or view the meeting via Zoom utilizing the information below: Meeting ID: 871 7036 9986 Passcode: 904158 Direct Link to Zoom Meeting. February 2, 2026, Borough Council Workshop Agenda 2.2.26 WORKSHOP AGENDA.PDF 1. Documents:
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1 of 27 sheets Page 1 to 4 of 63 03/02/2026 04:13:54 PM 1 NEW HOPE BOROUGH COUNCIL BUCKS COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA - - - FEBRUARY COUNCIL WORKSHOP - - - NEW HOPE BOROUGH COMMUNITY ROOM 123 NEW STREET NEW HOPE, PENNSYLVANIA18938 - - - MONDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2026 COMMENCINGAT 6:00 P.M. - - - BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: MICHELE BECCI KELLY WHITMAN ERIC BURNSIDE ROGER GREEN MARK MAGERMAN - - - ALSO PRESENT: FRANK DeLUCA - BOROUGH MAYOR PETER GRAY - BOROUGH MANAGER JOHN FENNINGHAM, ESQUIRE - BOROUGH SOLICITOR LISA LITTLEFIELD- ZONING OFFICER 2 WORKSHOP - FEBRUARY 20261 2 3 4 5 6 I N D E X7 AGENDA ITEM PAGE NO. 8 Public Comment ........................... 4 9 Visitor Center ........................... 15 10 Comprehensive Plan ...................... 43 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 3 WORKSHOP - FEBRUARY 20261 MS. BECCI: Pete, can you take roll? 2 MR. GRAY: Certainly.3 Mr. Burnside.4 MR. BURNSIDE: Present. 5 MR. GRAY: Mr. Green. 6 MR. GREEN: Present.7 MR. GRAY: Mr. Magerman. 8 MR. MAGERMAN: Present. 9 MR. GRAY: Ms. Whitman. 10 MS. WHITMAN: Here. 11 MR. GRAY: Ms. Becci. 12 MS. BECCI: Here. 13 MR. GRAY: Mr. Maisel. 14 MS. BECCI: First of all, we have our new 15 AV system installed. We are -- we have one more piece. 16 MR. GRAY: Yes, that is correct. There is 17 one piece on order that will allow -- currently we won't 18 be able to put anything on the TV screens tonight. Once 19 we get that additional piece of equipment, we should be 20 able to do that. 21 MS. BECCI: So we do have cop [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jan 21, 2026

New Hope Shade Tree Commission

Tree #313 removal and replacement at 45 N. Main St.

The Shade Tree Commission will approve the minutes from the December 17 meeting. It will review pending old‑business items, including Arbor Day plantings at 105 N. Main St., and consider an application to remove and replace Tree #313 at 45 N. Main St. Additional items include submissions for the NWF Trees for Wildlife program, the Tree City USA Growth Award, and a Green Initiative Project by Krayl & Stasia.

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✓ Decidido: Commission approved replacing the ginkgo tree at 45 N. Main St. with a redbud

The Shade Tree Commission approved replacing the ginkgo tree at 45 N. Main Street with a redbud tree. It also decided to end the Borough Council Liaison position. The commission received approval for a grant from the National Wildlife Federation to purchase 100 tree seedlings, and it chose not to buy bare‑root trees this year.

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NEW HOPE BOROUGH SHADE TREE COMMISSION AGENDA January 21, 2026 6:00 p.m. I. Approval of minutes from December 17th meeting II. Review: Status of Action Steps/Old Business/Letter Tracking spreadsheet - Action steps in Bold Old Business – items remain pending o Pending items: o Arbor Day Possibilities: ▪ Environmental Club NHSHS – Day replacement of two stumps ▪ Plantings at 105 N. Main St. OR 45 N. Main St. New business: • Applications: 45 N. Main St. (Tree #313 Remove/Replace) • NWF Trees for Wildlife – application submitted; February announcement • Tree City USA Growth Award Submitted • Green Initiative Project – Krayl & Stasia • Long term plans for the STC: o Tree Tender group pruning, partner with others in 2025, OR separately (March/April) o Monitor the long-range street tree replacement plan, incorporating prudent risk management techniques and trending conditions noted in tree inventory; to be done in conjunction with TCUSA Growth Award outline and the Borough Comprehensive Plan. • Next meeting: February 18th, 6:00 p.m. MEMBERS Gloria Broeker Anita Maximo Frank DeLuca Stasia Kauriga Krayl Funch Joseph Kassick, Council Liaison
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NE W HOPE BOROUGH Wednesday January 2 1 , 202 6 6: 0 0 PM S hade T ree C ommission Meeting Minutes Community Room – 125 New Street __ X _ _ Gloria Broeker , Chair _ _ X __ Anita Maximo _ _ X _ _ Frank DeLuca __ X _ _ Krayl Funch __ X _ Stasia Kauriga **************** ****************** ******************************************************** The meeting was called to order at 6: 0 4 p .m . by Gloria Broeker . The minutes for the Dec em ber 1 7 th m eeting were approved . Old Business  Pending items: o Arbor Day celebration possibilities:  Environmental Club NHSHS –  Electric Vehicle / Earth Day event: Will be held on Saturday, May 2, 2026.  Removal and r eplacement of two stumps with new trees : Update: Leo MacDonald let Gloria know that there is a landscape plan for that area, and they are not interested in the ginkgo tree.  Students will provide an update on the landscape plan s on January 28 at 10:30am and we have been invited to meet with them.  Plantings at 45 N. Main Street OR at 105 N. Main Street:  45 N. Main: The decision was made to hold our Arbor Day event here and to coordinate activities with the owner of The Factory Girl.  105 N. Main: Gloria will let Richard Gacek know that we w ill n o t have the event at his property. New Business:  Borough Council Liaison: Due to a decision made by Council, t he Commission will no longer have a Council Liaison.  A pplications : 45 N. Main St. (Tree #313 Remove/Replace) Business owner, Kimberly Scola, has ask [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jan 20, 2026

New Hope Borough Council

New Hope Borough Council meeting scheduled for January 20, 2026

The agenda provided is a meeting notice for the New Hope Borough Council. No specific action items, proposals, or discussion topics are listed in the provided text.

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✓ Decidido: Council unanimously approved hiring two new parking enforcement officers

The borough council voted to hire Matthew Dreibelbis and Zachary Ramey as parking enforcement officers, with all members voting in favor. The council also approved several Certificates of Appropriateness for property improvements on South Main Street, North Main Street, and West Mechanic Street. No final action was taken on the zoning application for an electronic sign at 46 North Sugan Road.

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1 of 22 sheets Page 1 to 4 of 52 02/04/2026 03:12:46 PM 1 NEW HOPE BOROUGH COUNCIL BUCKS COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA - - - JANUARY COUNCIL MEETING - - - NEW HOPE BOROUGH COMMUNITY ROOM 123 NEW STREET NEW HOPE, PENNSYLVANIA18938 - - - TUESDAY, JANUARY 20, 2026 COMMENCINGAT 6:30 P.M. - - - BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: KENNETH MAISEL - PRESIDENT MICHELE BECCI KELLY WHITMAN JOSEPH KASSICK ERIC BURNSIDE ROGER GREEN MARK MAGERMAN - - - ALSO PRESENT: FRANK DeLUCA - BOROUGH MAYOR PETER GRAY - BOROUGH MANAGER MARK LABRUM, ESQUIRE - BOROUGH SOLICITOR LISA LITTLEFIELD- ZONING OFFICER KEVIN EDWARDS - CHIEF OF POLICE RICK LUPINETTO- BOROUGH INSPECTOR 2 COUNCIL - JANUARY 2026 1 I N D E X2 AGENDA I TEM PAGE NO. 3 Ma yor 's Re por t ............................. 4 4 50 Sout h M ai n S tre et COA . .................. 9 5 43 N or th Ma in St re et COA . .................. 1 0 6 4 W est Me ch ani c S tre et COA . ................ 1 1 7 45 Sout h M ai n S tre et COA . .................. 1 2 8 46 N or th Sugan Road ZHB . ................... 1 3 9 110 Sout h M ai n St re et ZHB . ................. 2 3 10 2026 Fee Schedul e . ......................... 2 7 11 2026 Lands ca pi ng Pr ogr am ................... 3 0 12 Appoi nt me nt s Pl anni ng and H ARB . ............ 3 3 13 Ver iz on Fr anchi se Agr eem ent ................. 3 5 14 Appr oval of Me eti ng M in ut es ................ 3 8 15 Appr oval of Ac cou nt s Payabl e . .............. 3 9 16 Com mi tte e R epor ts .......................... 3 9 17 Ma nager ' [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jan 15, 2026

New Hope Zoning Hearing Board

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Mon Jan 12, 2026

New Hope Planning Commission

Planning Commission to discuss comprehensive plan updates and reorganization

The New Hope Planning Commission will meet to discuss updates to the comprehensive plan, including a presentation to Borough Council and the development of an index. The body will also consider reorganization and future agenda items.

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✓ Decidido: Keith Voss re-elected as Planning Commission Chair

The commission approved the minutes from the October 16, 2025 meeting. It re‑elected Keith Voss as Chair and Lawrence Greenberg as Vice Chair. Lou Bellafronte was appointed to the new Green Space Board, Kelly Whitman was named the Comprehensive Plan liaison, and Roger Green was named the Planning Commission liaison.

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New Hope Borough Planning Commission Comprehensive Plan Discussion Monday, January 12, 2026, 6:30 PM Community Room – 125 New Street New Hope, PA 18938 AGENDA __Keith Voss, Chair __Lawrence Greenberg, Vice-Chair __Lou Bellafronte __Peter Meyer __Charles Huchet 1. Call to Order 2. Consider Approval of Minutes a. October 16, 2025 3. Comprehensive Plan Update a. Discuss Upcoming Presentation to Borough Council b. Discuss Development of Comprehensive Index to Comprehensive Plan c. Discuss Language Inclusion for New Hope Ivyland Railroad and Air Quality Compliance 4. Planning Commission Reorganization 5. New Business for Future Consideration 6. Adjournment
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New Hope Borough Planning Commission January 12, 2026 / 6:30 PM The New Hope Borough Planning Commission met on Monday, January 12, 2026 at the Borough Hall community meeting room. ROLL CALL: Present: Chair Keith Voss, Vice Chair Lawrence Greenberg, Lou Bellafronte, Charles Huchet Absent: Peter Meyer CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: The minutes of the October 16, 2025 Planning Commission meeting were approved. I. Planning Commission Reorganization The Planning Commission conducted its annual reorganization. Keith Voss was re-elected as Chair and Lawrence Greenberg was re-elected as Vice Chair. II. Comprehensive Plan Update Chair Voss passed the gavel to Lou Bellafronte for discussion related to the Comprehensive Plan. A. Comprehensive Plan Index There was a discussion regarding the potential development of a comprehensive index for the Comprehensive Plan. Jeremy, of the Bucks County Planning Commission (BCPC), the consultant for the Comprehensive Plan, noted that an index is not commonly included in comprehensive plans. It was agreed to revisit the need for an index after review of the draft plan. It was also noted that the Borough's emergency plan should be incorporated into the Comprehensive Plan. B. New Hope Ivyland Railroad and Air Quality The Planning Commission discussed issues related to the New Hope Ivyland Railroad, including air quality impacts from emissions. Topics included potential monitoring and reporting of e [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jan 7, 2026

New Hope Environmental Advisory Council

Environmental Advisory Council to discuss air quality and green initiatives

The Environmental Advisory Council will review the 2026 budget and comprehensive plan timetables. The body is discussing air quality concerns related to the steam train and the establishment of a cross commission meeting for green initiatives.

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✓ Decidido: EAC approved the December 5 meeting minutes

The Environmental Advisory Council formally accepted the minutes from its December 5, 2025 meeting. No other substantive actions or votes were recorded during the session.

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NEW HOPE BOROUGH Wednesday, January 7, 2026 6:30 PM Environmental Advisory Council (EAC) Meeting Agenda Community Room – 125 New Street Call to Order 1. Acceptance of Meeting Minutes from December 5th EAC Meeting 2. Council Update a. Reorganization of Borough Council, Boards and Commissions b. 2026 Budget c. Comp plan timetables and recommendations 3. Old Business a. EV charging equipment and vehicle purchase timelines 4. New Business a. Thanks to Mark Magerman for his service to EAC and welcome to new EAC member (pending Council approval on 05Jan26) b. Steam train in New Hope and air quality concerns c. Cross commission meeting establishment, incl. green initiative 5. Discussions a. Potential for EAC stewardship awards in 2026 (private and public sector) b. Roles & responsibilities for EAC (e.g., secretary) c. Fill in for Chair in February meeting 6. Public Comment 7. Adjournment Next Meeting: Wednesday, February 4, 2026 @ 6:30pm Philip (Phil) Dahlin, Chair John Danaher Kelly Whitman, Council Liaison Pamela (Pamm) Kerr Matt Egbert (TBC) Ross Keyes
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NEW HOPE BOROUGH Wednesday, January 7, 2026 6:30 PM Environmental Advisory Council (EAC) MeeHng Agenda Community Room – 125 New Street Present: Phil Dahlin, Chair; Kelly Whitman, Council Liaison; John Danaher; Pamm Kerr; MaC Egner; and Ross Keyes. Call to Order: 6:35PM 1.Acceptance of MeeLng Minutes from December 5th EAC MeeLng: Approved 2.Council Update a.Keri no longer with borough b.ReorganizaLon of Borough Council, Boards and Commissions i.New EAC members: MaQ Egner ii.Re-appointments: Pamm and Ross iii.Liaison roles shiTed around Kelly will be replaced with Joe Kassick c.2026 Budget i.Budget includes funding on baQery bucket, EV Charger, and EV 1.No Hmeline on baQery bucket yet ii.Comp plan budget for studies, ground water third in line for funding d.Comp plan Lmetables and recommendaLons i.Bucks County Planning Commission (BCPC) will be providing an update ii.New audio visual system will be added to community room 3.Old Business a.EV charging equipment and vehicle purchase Lmelines i.An electrical contractor has been idenHfied ii.Phil will check about adding EV charging in Village 2 4.New Business a.Thanks to Mark Magerman for his service to EAC and welcome to new EAC member (pending Council approval on 05Jan26) i.Thanks to Mark! ii.Welcome to MaQ! b.Steam train in New Hope and air quality concerns i.Local residents have inquired about emissions from steam train ii.Train under federal jurisdicHon, so limited ability for local regulaHon [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jan 6, 2026

New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB)

Historic Architectural Review Board will review four property improvement applications

The board will formally review applications for property modifications at 50 South Main Street, 43 North Main Street, 4 West Mechanic Street, and 45 South Main Street. The items include replacing roll‑up garage doors with French doors, installing a sign, exterior painting of windows and trim, and in‑kind carpentry, painting and masonry repairs to a springhouse. The board will also continue discussion on the HARB ordinance.

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✓ Decidido: Board unanimously re‑elects Jay Freeo as chairman and Keith Voss as vice‑chair

The New Hope Historic Architectural Review Board voted unanimously to re‑elect Jay Freeo as chairman for another term and Keith Voss as vice‑chair for another term. No other motions were voted on; the board discussed revisions to Section 10‑11 of the ordinance but did not adopt any changes.

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Historical Architectural Review Board 12 5 New Street New Hope, PA 18938 TUESDAY JANUARY 6 , 202 6 6: 0 0 PM ROLL CALL: APPLICATIONS: FORMAL REVIEW 1. 50 SOUTH MAIN STREET/ STELLAS/ SHERI DAUGHERTY REPLACEMENT OF ROLL UP GARAGE DOORS WITH FRENCH DOORS. AGENT REVIEWS: AGENT: RICH O ’BRIEN 1. 43 NORTH MAIN STREET /COMPASS RE/REVI HAVIV INSTALLATION OF A SIGN AGENT: JAY FREEO 2. 4 WEST MECHANIC STREET/ 4 WEST MECHANIC STREET, LLC EXTERIOR PAINTING OF WINDOWS AND TRIM. AGENT: JAY FREEO 3. 45 SOUTH MAIN STREET/PARRY MANSION SPRINGHOUSE In-Kind carpentry, painting and mas onry repairs to the Springhouse. MINUT ES: NOVEMBER 10, 2025 REGULAR MEETING & WORKSHOP . DISCUSSION : CONTINUED DISCUSSION ON THE HARB ORDINANCE . ADJOURNMENT :
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NEW HOPE HISOTRICAL ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD JANUARY 6, 2026 MINUTES ROLL CALL: JAY FREEO, JOHN WILLIAMS, KAITLYNN ZOLNAY, RICH O’BRIEN AND KEITH VOSS. RICH O’BRIEN MOVED TO RE -ELECT JAY FREEO AS CHAIRMAN FOR ANOTHER TERM. KAITLYN N ZOLNAY SECONDED AND THE MOTION WAS PASSED UNANIMOULSY. JAY FREEO MOVED TO RE -ELECT KEITH VOSS AS VICE -CHAIR FOR ANOTHER TERM, JOHN WILLIAMS SECONDED. THE MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. 50 SOUTH MAIN STREET/STELLA’S/SHERRI DOUGHERTY JAY FREEO I would like to make a motion to recommend approval of a COA for 50 South Main St to replace each of the six (6) river facing existing black aluminum overhead roll up (garage style doors) with a fixed glass divided lite window wall assembly and full height French doors matching the style of the upper awning windows. Either Marvin Modern Swinging Doors and fixed windows with an aluminum interior framing system and solid high-density fiberglass exterior framing system in “ebony” color, or Wall Innovations all aluminum Steelluxe Doors and Fixed Windows in “Jet Black” color are acceptable. The seven (7) hanging copper lanterns between and to the outside of the six openings which are attached to the soffit as shown on page 6 and 9 of the application will be either electric, or natural gas fired. 1 NEW HOPE BOROUGH BUCKS COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA - - - HISTORICALARCHITECTURALREVIEW BOARD WORKSHOP - - - NEW HOPE BOROUGH COMMUNITYROOM 123 NEW STREET NEW HOPE, PENNSYLVANIA18938 - - - TUESDAY, JA [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jan 5, 2026

New Hope Borough Council

✓ Decidido: Council appoints Roger Green to fill vacancy and approves multiple board appointments

The council elected Kenneth Maisel as President and Michele Becci as Vice‑President. They appointed Roger Green to fill the council vacancy through Dec 31 2027. The council approved resolutions to designate banking depositories, to appoint borough offices and positions, and to name Ed Duffy as Vacancy Board Chair. Additional appointments were made to the Zoning Hearing Board and the Shade Tree Commission.

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1 of 18 sheets Page 1 to 4 of 43 01/19/2026 08:50:04 AM 1 NEW HOPE BOROUGH COUNCIL BUCKS COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA - - - COUNCIL RE-ORGANIZATIONMEETING - - - NEW HOPE BOROUGH COMMUNITY ROOM 123 NEW STREET NEW HOPE, PENNSYLVANIA18938 - - - MONDAY, JANUARY 5, 2026 COMMENCINGAT 6:00 P.M. - - - BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: KENNETH MAISEL - PRESIDENT MICHELE BECCI-VICE-PRESIDENT KELLY WHITMAN JOSEPH KASSICK ERIC BURNSIDE MARK MAGERMAN - - - ALSO PRESENT: FRANK DeLUCA - BOROUGH MAYOR PETER GRAY - BOROUGH MANAGER JOHN FENNINGHAM, ESQUIRE - BOROUGH SOLICITOR KEVIN EDWARDS - CHIEF OF POLICE MATTHEW DECKER - AUDIO/VIDEO TECHNICIAN 2 COUNCIL - RE-ORGANIZATION JANUARY 20261 2 3 I N D E X 4 AGENDA I TEM PAGE NO. 5 Public Com ment ............................ 36 Affid avits of Residency .................... 37 Adm inistration of O ath-Tax Collector ....... 38 Adm inistration of O ath-Borough Counci l ..... 49 Nom ination of Council President ........... 710 Nom ination of Council Vice-President ...... 811 Appoi ntment for Council Vacancy ............ 912 Banki ng Depositories ....................... 1113 Borough Of fices and Positions .............. 1114 Vacancy Board Chai r ........................ 1215 Zoni ng Hearing Board Appointm ents .......... 1316 Boards and Com mission Appointm ents ......... 1717 LGBT Liaison for Borough Adm inistration .... 3118 Assignm ent of Council to Boards ............ 3219 Public Com ment ............................. 3420 21 22 23 24 25 3 COUNCIL - RE-ORGANIZATION [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]