The City Council deliberated on several ordinances and resolutions, including amendments to zoning codes to reduce barriers to housing development, the addition of a definition for community activities to recycling ordinances, and the authorization of handicapped parking zones. The Council approved a preliminary/final lot consolidation and land development plan for a religious facility, authorized the submission of a Coastal Zone Management grant for a waterfront park feasibility study, and ratified the termination of a maintenance agreement. Additionally, the Council authorized the advancement of four firms for professional lead inspection and risk assessment services under the Lead Safe and Healthy Homes Program and ratified a letter of agreement for fire cadet EMT training.
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The City of Chester Council reviewed and acted on several ordinances and resolutions. Key legislative actions included amending the city's zoning code to reduce barriers for housing and adaptive reuse, and adding a definition for community activities to the recycling ordinance. The Council approved handicap parking zones in multiple locations, granted land development approval for Tristate Islamic Burials, and authorized a grant application for coastal zone management. Additionally, the Council ratified agreements regarding project termination for the Chester Clean Ways ARPA Project, funding for fire cadet EMT training, and the selection of firms to provide lead inspection and risk assessment services.
Oct 13, 2026·Board meeting
Chester City Council Deliberative Meeting
The council deliberated on several key topics, including zoning ordinance amendments aimed at reducing housing development barriers, such as modifications to parking requirements and commercial loading zone standards. An amendment to the recycling ordinance concerning the definition of community activities was also discussed. Resolutions reviewed included the authorization of new handicap parking zones, conditional approval for the Tri-State Islamic burials facility project, and the submission of a coastal zone management grant for a waterfront park feasibility study. The council addressed a contract timeline adjustment for maintenance services to align with ARPA funding deadlines and discussed ongoing garbage collection challenges and tracking protocols. Additionally, the council reviewed a grant to cover EMT training for fire cadets and received updates regarding lead remediation program funding.
Aug 26, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
City of Chester Council Council Meeting Agenda
The council meeting agenda includes several resolutions for final passage. Key topics include the installation of a handicap parking zone, authorization for promotional testing for Corporal/Detective positions in the Police Department, and the issuance of a road opening permit to the Chester Water Authority for water main renewals. Additionally, the agenda covers the transfer of property to the Redevelopment Authority, approval of inspection services for the Norris Street Trail project, an amendment to a cooperation agreement for the Philadelphia Union Sportsplex project, and contract extensions for police department advisory services and construction management. The council will also address engineering services for a school zone project and the appointment of new Fire Cadets.
