Borough of Winterstown

Key discussions included action on the Treasurer's Report and payment of current bills. The Engineer's Report detailed review of future projects and conditional approval was granted for the Grove plan pending PennDOT driveway permits. The Solicitor's Report indicated the Solar Ordinance will be ready for adoption in June, and fees for Zoning Hearing Board meetings were adjusted to charge an additional $200 for each night beyond the first. The Secretary/Treasurer's report involved acknowledging an agricultural security request and accepting the mowing contract with North Hopewell Township. New business introduced the topic of needing a new Mayor as the incumbent is not running.

The meeting included the approval of the April 8, 2025, minutes and the May 13, 2025, Treasurer's Report and Current Bills. The Engineer's Report recommended applying for the multimodal grant for Sycamore Lane, which the Council approved. The Solicitor presented a zoning hearing board fee resolution (2025-02) which was approved, and discussed the Solar Ordinance scheduled for adoption in June. The Council also discussed downsizing but ultimately decided against it. The Secretary received authorization to purchase a new borough computer. New business involved discussion about changing speed limits on Pine St. and addressing high grass on Winterstown Rd.

The agenda for the meeting includes action items on the Secretary/Treasurer's reports and the payment of current bills. The agenda also lists reports to be presented by the Police Department, Engineer (Gordon L. Brown Associates), North Hopewell/Winterstown Fire Company, Road Master, and Solicitor. The President's report covers Data Center Ordinances (2026-01, 02) and Council Member appointments. Other items include the Vice President's Ambulance Report, the Mayor's Report, and the Secretary's action to appoint KESB to Audit. Old Business items include the Stormwater Ordinance and Pine Street Speed table.

The meeting included discussions and actions on various topics. The road project bid was awarded to Long's Asphalt. There was a conditional approval suggested for the Corey Grove Subdivision plan pending PennDOT's approval of driveways. The council discussed changes to the Solar Ordinance, focusing on restrictions based on zoning and soil types, and approved drafting the ordinance changes for review. Resolution 2025-01, concerning the UCC Appeals Board criteria, was approved. The council also discussed Zoning Hearing Board fees and looked into the Armstrong franchise agreement. A question was raised about Simon's report, and it was noted that Wayne is not running for Mayor.

The meeting included updates on Corey's plan, which will be reviewed by Attorney Wilson. Road project bids will be ready for award in March. The right-of-way for Hill St is being checked, and the storm water ordinance is under review. A resident's concerns about a letter from CCIS regarding property cleanup were addressed. Council members discussed Armstrong's franchise agreement, with varying levels of satisfaction.