Council of the City of Easton Stated Session Minutes
The Council discussed various financial, infrastructure, and public safety initiatives. Key actions included the approval of an ordinance vacating a portion of Church Street and resolutions authorizing a fire and quick response agreement with the Boro of West Easton, improvements to the Hooper House, and holiday lighting for Centre Square. The Council reviewed grant applications for public safety equipment and radio upgrades, discussed ongoing budget considerations, and received reports on local infrastructure and committee activities. Public commentary addressed the implementation of a pay-by-app parking system, tree maintenance, and community opposition to a park renaming project.
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The council meeting included a presentation on the Southside fire hydrant beautification initiative, covering artist selection and project status. The Finance Committee reported on general fund ordinances and pension obligation resolutions. The Economic Development Committee provided an update on grant applications for public safety and city planning projects. Additionally, the Planning and Code Committee introduced the new Chief Planner and discussed the upcoming update to the city's comprehensive plan, with a presentation from the Lehigh Valley Planning Commission regarding multi-municipal planning options.
Aug 26, 2026·Board meeting
Council of the City of Easton Minutes
The council meeting covered several key items, including the swearing-in of two new police officers and the promotion of an officer to the rank of Sergeant. There was a presentation on the trail connection and pedestrian improvement projects, including utility relocation efforts. The council approved multiple resolutions, including certificates of appropriateness, an agreement for crossing guard services, applications for grants, a tax and revenue anticipation note, a roof replacement at a fire station, a parking garage developer agreement, and a resolution opposing data center developments. The council also addressed public comments regarding post office closures, tax instructions for landlords, ongoing litigation mediation, and redevelopment concerns regarding the Arts Trail and Iron & Metal site. Additionally, several ordinances were approved concerning parking, stop work orders, and excavating.
Aug 26, 2026·Board meeting agenda
City Council Stated Session Agenda
The agenda focuses on the swearing-in of new police officers, including a promotion to Sergeant and the appointment of two new officers. The consent agenda features multiple resolutions regarding the approval of Certificates of Appropriateness for various downtown properties. Unfinished business includes legislative amendments concerning courthouse parking, stop work orders, excavation refilling, and parking in prohibited areas. New business items involve agreements for management services, grant applications for economic development, issuance of a tax and revenue anticipation note, roof replacement at a fire station, a developer agreement for a proposed parking garage, and infrastructure improvements for pedestrian trails. Additionally, the meeting covers committee reports and the introduction of a new bill regarding the parking ticket appeal process.
