John Gould

The meeting agenda included reports from various borough officers such as the Financial Advisor, Police Chief, Fire Chief, Engineer, Solicitor, Community Development/Code Enforcement/Emergency Management, and Manager. Key discussions and proposed actions under the Solicitor's Report included the appointment of Samantha L. Newell Esq. as Borough Solicitor and John McBlain Esq. as Special Counsel. Furthermore, there were motions proposed to approve Resolution 2026-01 for Liquid Fuel Tax Funds allocation for road improvements, to approve the January Declaration of Disaster Emergency and associated emergency expenditures for the snowstorm, to approve a 2026 (GSL) Grant Success Lab agreement, and an escrow release for the Upper Darby School District Project. Other items included an update on the Project Scottdale Road Pedestrian Bridge application and recommendations for council to appoint co-chairs and establish a 501C3 for the 4th of July Committee.

The meeting included the acceptance of Financial Reports and Bills, as well as Police, Fire, Engineer's, Solicitor's, Community Development & Code Enforcement, and Manager's reports. Key engineering discussions involved monitoring the UDSD New Construction site, completing the 2025 Road Program, nearing completion of the Pickle Ball Court construction, and preparing for the award recommendation for the demolition of 32 Mill St. The Solicitor's report detailed advertising notices for Civil Service Commission testing and the upcoming adoption of the Final 2026 Budget and Tax Levy Ordinance in December. The Manager's report included the approval of a resolution establishing police guidelines for arrests without a warrant and the purchase of a refurbished ladder rack for a new van. Committee reports covered updates on the Boy Scouts Food Drive, the upcoming Frost Fest, and the Firehouse tree lighting. Public participation addressed inquiries regarding the dog park progress, speeding on Harrison Avenue (including discussion of speed test strips), and vehicle parking/noise complaints.

The meeting included reports from the Police Chief regarding an aggressive driving enforcement campaign, the Fire Chief who thanked the council for donating smoke detectors, and the Borough Engineer who provided updates on construction projects including the UDSD New Construction, the 2025 Road Program, and the Pickle Ball Court. The council discussed and approved a service agreement for grant writing, authorized resolutions for the submission of transportation and local share account grant applications, and approved financial assistance for a radio system upgrade for the Clifton Heights Fire Company. There was also a discussion regarding the process for handling property complaints from residents. Updates were provided on the Seven Oaks alley sewer issue.

The council meeting included swearing in new full-time police officers, recognition of service for other officers, and discussions on financial and departmental reports. The council considered sanitary sewer cleaning contracts, updates on UDSD new construction, the 2025 Road Program, and the Pickle Ball court installation. A contract was awarded for the construction of the Pickle Ball Court and another for demolition and stabilization work. The meeting also covered community events, concerns about scooters and minibikes, and recognition for officers involved in the 'Ben to the Shore' bike tour.

The council meeting addressed public concerns about speeding on Glenwood Avenue, with discussions on potential solutions like rumble strips and increased police presence. Reports from the Police, Fire, Engineer, Solicitor, Community Development & Code Enforcement, and Manager were accepted. The council approved a partnership with the Boy Scouts for a food collection drive, authorized the purchase of a new police vehicle, and approved preparations for the Diamond Street Playground Project. The meeting also covered a shutdown order issued to the Upper Darby School Project due to noise complaints and plans for demolishing a property on W. Baltimore Ave to create a parking lot.