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.
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The council held a regular meeting to conduct city business, including the authorization of a handicap parking zone, approval of promotional testing for police personnel, and the issuance of road opening permits for the Chester Water Authority. Key resolutions included transferring real property to the Redevelopment Authority, approving a project-specific agreement for construction inspection services, and amending a cooperation agreement for RACP funding. Additionally, the council approved an extension for advisory services for the Police Department, authorized engineering services for a traffic calming project, and approved a change order for construction management services for the new public works facility. Finally, ten individuals were appointed to the position of Fire Cadet.
Aug 12, 2026·Board meeting
Chester City Council City Council Meeting
The council meeting addressed several operational and developmental items, including the passage of ordinances for the recodification of city ordinances and updates to recycling collection requirements. The council approved the assignment of a parking contract, authorized a request for proposals for lead inspectors and abatement contractors, and approved multiple change orders for construction and park repair projects. Additionally, the council granted subdivision and land development plans for a property consolidation and construction at 3308 West Second Street and upgrades at the Western Regional Treatment Plant. Public comment focused on concerns regarding hazardous trees in residential areas, with the council advising on the process for city intervention in public spaces.
Aug 10, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
City Council of the City of Chester Deliberative Meeting Agenda
The City Council deliberated on several ordinances and resolutions. Key legislative items included the re-codification of City Ordinances, amendments to definitions and collection requirements within the recycling article, and the opening of a previously vacated portion of Lloyd Street. The Council also reviewed resolutions regarding the assignment of a parking management contract to the Chester Parking Authority, the authorization to advertise a Request for Proposal for lead abatement and inspection services, and multiple change orders related to the construction of a new Public Works Facility and repairs at the Sun Village Park Pavilion. Additionally, the Council granted preliminary and final land development approvals for a property consolidation and construction project at 3308 West 2nd Street, as well as facility upgrades at the DELCORA Western Regional Treatment Plant.
