Delaware County meeting summaries, agendas, and minutes

Solar contract, bridge repairs and grants fill Delaware County agendas, but published minutes record few votes

Delaware County Council agendas for Oct. 6 and Oct. 7 listed a $1,524,104.00 solar contract, bridge repairs and several grant items, but the records supplied for this roundup are agendas only — minutes have not been published — so none of those items can be reported as decided. Across the eight recent meetings in this roundup, the only action recorded in published minutes was the Sustainability Commission's approval of corrected July minutes. No vote tallies appear in the supplied records for any meeting.

County Council: solar, bridges and grants on the table

Both the Oct. 6 and Oct. 7 agendas list a contract with TerraSOL Energies, Inc. for solar arrays at three County facilities for $1,524,104.00. Also listed on both: a contract with Road-Con, Inc. for repairs to County Bridge #135 and #243 in Ridley Township for $248,215.50; a Medical Assistance Transportation Program Grant Allocation for FY 2026-2027 in the amount of $5,530,223.00; a request for $7,621,146.00 in HUD funding for Project PA-502 Continuum of Care; and a commercial lease agreement with the Township of Darby for District Court 32-2-40 at $100,000.00 yearly. The HUD line is a request for funding, not an award. The Oct. 7 agenda also lists Resolution 2026-02 approving alcoholic beverages in Rose Tree Park for the Festival of Lights.

Personnel Board: two new public health positions

The Oct. 6 agenda lists a new Community Health Planner position at $52,287 to $62,745 and a new Mobile Health Coordinator position at the same range, plus reclassification of a Public Health Nurse (RN) to CODA27 at $60,739 to $75,923. The changes are for the Department of Community and Human Development. No minutes have been published.

Board of Health: informational session

The Board of Health met Oct. 8 at 6:00 p.m. in the County Council Room at 201 W. Front St., Media. The agenda was largely informational: an epidemiology update from Dr. Victor Alos Rullan covering measles, bacterial meningitis and respiratory virus season; a population health update from Dr. Gifty Key; and a maternal child health programming update. Public comment was scheduled both on agenda items and again later in the meeting. No votes on ordinances, contracts or fees appear on the agenda. Listed upcoming DCHD events include free fall flu shot clinics, the third Empowering Her/Breast Cancer Awareness event on 10/23 in Yeadon, and a City of Chester Lead Expo with blood lead screening on 10/25 in Chester. The next meeting is scheduled for December 17, 2026 at the County Conference Room, 201 W. Front St., Media.

Jail Oversight, Libraries and Gaming Authority

The Jail Oversight Board met Oct. 13 to review Warden and Deputy Warden reports and to consider approval of an Inmate Welfare Fund policy, pending solicitor approval. The Libraries Board of Directors met Oct. 15 to review financial reports for July, August and September 2026, a proposed 2026 DCLB meeting schedule, an Automation Policy update proposal for Teen Patron Type, a Delco Literacy eBook partnership and a Not So Spooky StoryWalk reimbursement. The Delaware County Interactive Gaming Revenue Authority met Oct. 15; its agenda contains only the organization's mission statement and meeting time, with no business items listed.

The one recorded action

The Sustainability Commission approved corrected July meeting minutes, according to official minutes. The summary states the commission met virtually on September 10, 2026, though the record is filed under Oct. 8. Staff from the Office of Sustainability gave updates on solar RFPs, composting grants, water quality monitoring and Keep Delco Beautiful, and the meeting included presentations on land preservation strategies and retreat planning, plus discussion of Commission vacancies and reorganization plans.

Coming up

The Juvenile Detention Board of Managers meets Oct. 20. The agenda lists approval of the September 15, 2026 minutes, the monthly Detained Youth Report from Juvenile Court and Probation Services, and a proposed Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement with Berks, Dauphin, Lackawanna and Lehigh Counties for Keystone Regional Youth Centers.

Delco Council agendas list $1.5M solar contract and $5.5M grant; minutes not yet published

Delaware County Council agendas for Oct. 6 and Oct. 7 list a $1,524,104.00 contract with TerraSOL Energies, Inc. for solar arrays at three county facilities, a $5,530,223.00 Medical Assistance Transportation Program grant allocation for FY 2026-2027, and a $248,215.50 contract with Road-Con, Inc. for repairs to County Bridge #135 and #243 in Ridley Township. Minutes from those meetings have not been published, so the supplied records do not show whether Council voted on any of these items. They are agenda items, not confirmed decisions.

The only action the records confirm as decided in the past two weeks is the Sustainability Commission's approval of corrected July meeting minutes.

County Council: money and land on the agenda

Both Council agendas list the TerraSOL solar contract, the transportation grant, a request for $7,621,146.00 in HUD funding for Project PA-502 Continuum of Care, and the Road-Con bridge contract. The Oct. 6 agenda also lists a commercial lease agreement with the Township of Darby for District Court 32-2-40 at $100,000.00 yearly. The Oct. 7 agenda adds Resolution 2026-02, approving alcoholic beverages in Rose Tree Park for the Festival of Lights. Because no minutes are published, none of these can be reported as approved or rejected.

Personnel Board: two new positions proposed for DCHD

The Personnel Board agenda for Oct. 6 lists staffing changes for the Department of Community and Human Development: a new Community Health Planner position at $52,287 to $62,745, a new Mobile Health Coordinator position at the same range, and reclassification of a Public Health Nurse (RN) to CODA27 at $60,739 to $75,923. No minutes are published.

Board of Health: updates, no votes scheduled

The Board of Health met Oct. 8 at 6:00 p.m. in the County Council Room at 201 W. Front St., Media, PA. The agenda was largely informational: epidemiology updates from Dr. Victor Alos Rullan on measles, bacterial meningitis and respiratory virus season; a population health update from Dr. Gifty Key; and a maternal child health programming update. Public comment was scheduled on agenda items and again later in the meeting. No votes on ordinances, contracts or fees appear on the agenda. Upcoming DCHD events listed include free fall flu shot clinics, the 3rd Empowering Her/Breast Cancer Awareness event on 10/23 in Yeadon, and a City of Chester Lead Expo with blood lead screening on 10/25 in Chester. The next meeting is scheduled for Dec. 17, 2026 at the County Conference Room, 201 W. Front St., Media, PA.

Sustainability Commission: July minutes approved

The Commission approved corrected July meeting minutes, according to official minutes. It also received presentations on land preservation strategies and retreat planning, and staff from the Office of Sustainability gave updates on solar RFPs, composting grants, water quality monitoring and Keep Delco Beautiful. The meeting also included discussion of Commission vacancies and reorganization plans. Note: the record lists this meeting under Oct. 8, 2026, while its summary says the Commission met virtually on Sept. 10, 2026; the supplied data does not resolve the discrepancy.

Coming up

• **Oct. 13 — Jail Oversight Board:** reports from the Warden and Deputy Warden, and consideration of an Inmate Welfare Fund policy pending solicitor approval.
• **Oct. 15 — Libraries Board of Directors:** financial reports for July, August and September 2026; a proposed 2026 DCLB meeting schedule; a proposed Automation Policy update for Teen Patron Type; the Delco Literacy eBook partnership; and a Not So Spooky StoryWalk reimbursement.

County Boards Set Stage for $120M Conservation Bond Vote, Key Appointments

Delaware County residents could see a $120 million land conservation bond question on the November 3, 2026 ballot, under a resolution scheduled for County Council consideration this month. All meetings covered below were agenda-only as of this writing; minutes have not yet been published, so items reflect what boards planned to take up, not confirmed outcomes.

County Council: $120M Bond and Multiple Contracts on the Agenda

County Council had two meetings scheduled for July 14 and July 15. The centerpiece was Resolution 2026-01, which would place a debt question before voters for up to $120 million for land conservation, drinking water protection, wildlife habitat, and parks.

The consent agenda included several grants and contracts:

• A $2.1 million Election Integrity Grant to offset unfunded state election mandates.
• A $1.455 million Counter-UAS Grant for drone detection equipment and training.
• A $689,868.48 annual service agreement for 911 dispatch software (Octave).
• A 10-year lease for District Courts 32-1-23 and 32-2-37 at 1100 Chester Pike, Sharon Hill, with an initial annual rent of $117,000.

Council was also scheduled to approve advertising Requests for Proposals for food service operations and solar array installations at county locations. Presentations on planning and the annual financial report were listed, and public comment was invited.

Personnel Board: Four Appointments and a Reclassification

The Personnel Board agenda included votes on appointing four individuals to county leadership roles:

• Taylor Dunn as Public Defender, with a salary range of $152,563.00 to $198,333.00.
• Chris Welsh as Deputy Executive Director, Human Services and Community Support, at $151,611.20 to $197,100.80.
• Jeff Lange as Interim Warden, at $151,611.20 to $197,100.80.
• Amber Weeks as Administrator to the Office of the Medical Examiner, at $114,649.60 to $149,032.00.

The board was also set to vote on reclassifying the Fair Acres Occupational Health Registered Nurse position to Advanced Nurse Practitioner, with a salary range of $99,690 to $129,596.

Jail Oversight Board: Interim Warden Confirmation and Shower Shoe Purchase

The Jail Oversight Board agenda included confirmation of the appointment of an Interim Warden — consistent with the Personnel Board's scheduled vote on Jeff Lange for that role.

The board was also set to approve a purchase of shower shoes for incarcerated persons, with an initial cost not to exceed $25,000 for an 11-month supply. Approval of meeting minutes from June 9, 2026, and reports from the Warden, Deputy Warden, and Programs and Reentry staff were also listed. Public comment was invited at the start of the meeting.

Juvenile Detention Board: Reports and Business Items

The Juvenile Detention Board, meeting July 21, was scheduled to approve minutes from June 16, 2026, receive a Monthly Detained Youth Report, and hear a report from Deputy Executive Director Chris Welsh. Old and new business items were listed for discussion. Public comment was allowed on any agenda matter, limited to three minutes per speaker.

Coming Up

No county government meetings are listed on the schedule for the next 14 days. Residents should check official county channels for any newly posted or rescheduled meetings.

County Council Eyes $120M Land Conservation Bond for November Ballot; Sustainability Commission Adopts Bylaws

The Delaware County Sustainability Commission approved amended bylaws and canceled its August meeting at its July 9 session, while County Council has placed a $120 million land conservation bond referendum on its agenda for consideration on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

Sustainability Commission

The only body with official minutes published in the past two weeks, the Sustainability Commission took three unanimous votes on July 9. Members approved the May meeting minutes, approved amended bylaws with a correction to the Sustainability Officer title, and canceled the August meeting. The commission also received an update on the Darby Creek watershed plan. No dollar figures or further details on the watershed plan were included in the available record.

County Council — $120M Bond and Multiple Contracts on Agenda

County Council met July 14 and July 15, but minutes have not yet been published. Based on the published agendas, council is considering Resolution 2026-01, which would place a ballot question before voters on November 3, 2026, authorizing up to $120 million in debt for land conservation, drinking water protection, wildlife habitat, and parks.

The consent agenda includes several grants and contracts:

• **$2.1 million Election Integrity Grant** to offset unfunded state election mandates.
• **$1.455 million Counter-UAS Grant** for drone detection equipment and training. The July 14 agenda listed this item at $1.4 million; the July 15 agenda specifies $1.455 million.
• **$689,868.48 annual service agreement** for 911 dispatch software (Octave).
• **10-year lease** for District Courts 32-1-23 and 32-2-37 at 1100 Chester Pike, Sharon Hill, with initial annual rent of $117,000.
• Approval to advertise **RFPs for food service operations and solar array installations** at county locations.

Presentations on planning and the annual financial report were also scheduled. Public comment was invited.

Because minutes are not yet available, it is not confirmed which of these items were formally adopted.

Personnel Board — Appointments and Reclassifications

The Personnel Board met July 14 to vote on several appointments and a position reclassification. The agenda lists:

• **Taylor Dunn** as Public Defender, salary range $152,563.00 to $198,333.00.
• **Chris Welsh** as Deputy Executive Director, Human Services and Community Support, salary range $151,611.20 to $197,100.80.
• **Jeff Lange** as Interim Warden, salary range $151,611.20 to $197,100.80.
• **Amber Weeks** as Administrator to the Office of the Medical Examiner, salary range $114,649.60 to $149,032.00.
• Reclassification of a Fair Acres Occupational Health Registered Nurse position to Advanced Nurse Practitioner, salary range $99,690 to $129,596.

Minutes have not been published, so final votes are not confirmed.

Jail Oversight Board — Interim Warden and Supplies

The Jail Oversight Board met July 14 with several items on its agenda:

• Confirmation of the appointment of Interim Warden.
• Purchase of shower shoes for incarcerated persons, at a cost not to exceed **$25,000** for an 11-month supply.
• Approval of meeting minutes from June 9, 2026.
• Approval of reports of the Warden and Deputy Warden from June 9, 2026.
• Reports from the Warden, Deputy Warden, and Programs and Reentry staff.

Public comment was invited at the start of the meeting. Minutes are not yet published.

Coming Up

No upcoming meetings are listed for the next 14 days. Readers should check county meeting calendars for any newly posted sessions.