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Briefing

Jun 10, 2026

Parks Projects and Stormwater Plans Advance

The committee agreed to recommend identifying the South Lansdowne Stormwater Detention Basin with a sign and seeking a $1,000 grant for signage and additional planting. Members also discussed a $6,000 maintenance proposal to control invasive weeds while preserving native plants.

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Briefing

Jun 9, 2026

EMS Funding Faces $289,148 Shortfall

The committee identified a $289,148 gap between EMS revenue and expenses as of April 2026. Only $50,603, about 10% of the $495,000 annual ambulance-service revenue budget, had been collected after four months, while $153,815, or 24% of the annual contract cost, had been paid.

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Briefing

Jun 2, 2026

Library Board Appoints Two Members

The Library Board approved Tanisha Jones and Daniella Fago as new members; Daniella will serve as treasurer beginning in June, and Tanisha will begin in July. The meeting also reported free student vision exams and glasses scheduled for three dates in July and August.

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Briefing

May 13, 2026

Committee advances park and habitat improvements

The committee recommended naming the stormwater detention basin near the 20*20 House the South Lansdowne Stormwater Detention Basin and assigned officials to develop a 2026 maintenance plan. It also reviewed $5,000 in Veterans Landing Park improvement funds, progress toward two electric-vehicle chargers, and mosquito control using Bti dunks.

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Briefing

May 12, 2026

EMS Reimbursement Ordinance Moves to Legal Review

The committee referred a proposed ordinance to the Solicitor for review that would direct insurance reimbursements to the Fire Department to address EMS operating deficits. Speed equipment recorded approximately 47,000 vehicles over two weeks; average speed was 22 mph in a 25 mph zone.

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Briefing

Apr 14, 2026

Ambulance Service Faces 2026 Operating Deficit

The committee reviewed projections showing a substantial ambulance-service operating deficit through 2026, even with anticipated municipal reimbursements. Members also discussed traffic-calming measures, Hoffman Park safety, and a proposed resolution limiting Borough cooperation with ICE civil immigration enforcement activities.

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Briefing

Apr 8, 2026

Veterans Landing Playground Upgrade Advances

The committee recommended that Council approve commercially rated playground equipment for Veterans Landing, including a sensory wall that would remain within the budget. It also agreed to bring forward a request for dashboard placards allowing volunteers and vendors at the FM to park free on Highland Avenue.

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Briefing

Apr 7, 2026

Committee Reviews Event Plans and Facility Rentals

The committee found that expanding rentals at the 20th Century Club requires unresolved off-hours staffing, cleaning, and security arrangements; Spring Night Market funding and location questions also remain open.

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Briefing

Mar 10, 2026

Committee Recommends Theater Lease Renewal

The committee recommended renewing Spotlight Theater’s lease with a $300 increase. It also reported more than $2.5 million in grant revenue to date and $468,442.57 in tax collections for the month.

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Briefing

Mar 3, 2026

Plastic Bag Ordinance Set for April Vote

The committee plans to bring a revised single-use plastic bag ordinance to Borough Council for a vote on April 22, allowing time to advertise the changes and prepare merchant and shopper communications. The committee also advanced consideration of prohibiting swimming and wading in Darby Creek and asked the Parks and Recreation Board to review the issue.

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Briefing

Feb 12, 2026

Ambulance Service Reported January Deficit

The committee reported that ambulance service revenue was $23,485.36 against $52,980.86 in expenses for January, resulting in a $29,495.50 net cost. A first cost-sharing payment from East Lansdowne is expected in March.

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Briefing

Feb 11, 2026

Committee backs six-month video pilot

The committee supported a video proposal as a six-month pilot, contingent on coordination with DandeLions and the social media calendar, plus performance metrics. An Earth Day Bioblitz pilot was identified for April 18.

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Briefing

Feb 10, 2026

Borough reports $170,000 in grants

The committee reported $170,000 in grants awarded for streetscape planning and signal-light improvements, with the work scheduled for 2026. January ambulance service revenue was $23,485.36 against $52,980.86 in expenses, resulting in a net cost of $29,495.50.

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Briefing

Feb 3, 2026

Flag Display Proposals Remain Under Review

The proposed July display of a Christian flag remained under legal consultation, while the broader process for flag-raising and community use of borough resources was tabled for further discussion. The committee also discussed displaying a 13-star flag from July 5–19 and holding other heritage and civic events.

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Briefing

Jan 13, 2026

Parking Permit and Safety Plans Reviewed

The committee reviewed proposed monthly permits of $25 and annual permits of $250 for access to the Madison Avenue, Highland Avenue, and Veteran Landing lots; Council approval and an ordinance update are still required.

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Briefing

Jan 6, 2026

Leave-the-leaves policy saved $15,000

A leave-the-leaves policy on Borough-owned property reportedly saved about $15,000 during its first fall and produced good results. The committee also planned resident outreach on a proposed single-use plastic bag ordinance, with a potential Borough Council vote targeted for March 16.

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