The council meeting addressed several items, including zoning ordinance amendments to facilitate housing development and a grant for recycling. Resolutions were passed to establish handicap parking zones, approve land development for an Islamic facility, submit a coastal zone management grant, and ratify a mutual release agreement with Bradell Maintenance. Additionally, funding for fire cadet EMT training was approved, and several firms were advanced to the contract negotiation phase for lead inspection and risk assessment services. A program specialist provided updates on the Neighborhood Assistance Program for senior homeowners, the Grace Manor project area, and the Jumpstart program.
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The council discussed the success of the recent Peace, Love, and Unity Festival and addressed logistical preparations for an upcoming 10-mile race, including potential traffic impacts. The Mayor raised concerns regarding the public safety implications and community image related to individuals openly carrying long guns in the city. Additionally, the Council voted on several resolutions, including the promotion of a police officer to the rank of sergeant, the acceptance of a grant from the Delaware County Interactive Gaming Revenue Authority for a redevelopment technical assistance program, the approval of a partial release of collateral for vehicles, and the authorization of a lot line adjustment plan for specific local properties.
Sep 9, 2026·Board meeting
Council Of The City Of Chester Regular Meeting
The council discussed and passed several ordinances and resolutions, including the opening of a portion of Lloyd Street, the authorization of a Request for Information for engineering services, and a lease agreement addendum with Educational Data Systems, Inc. Key approvals included the appointment of fire cadets, the award of a construction contract for the police station renovation to LSN CM&E, LLC, and the authorization of a three-year medical and pharmacy program administration services agreement with Meritain. The council also heard presentations regarding community initiatives, received reports on city cleanup programs, and addressed public concerns regarding local infrastructure, smoke detector installations, and park maintenance.
Sep 8, 2026·Board meeting
Chester City Council Deliberative Meeting
The council discussed several items, including an ordinance to re-establish Lloyd Street as a public street to support a new public works building construction. They reviewed a resolution to authorize an RFI for 2027 engineering services and considered an amended lease for a workforce development nonprofit currently housing the police department, involving a reduction in their rentable space. Additionally, the meeting addressed an amendment to a hiring list for firefighter cadets, a contract award for interior renovations at the police station, and a new three-year contract for health insurance administrative services.
