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 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 12, 2026·Board meeting
Easton City Council City Council Meeting
The City Council meeting covered various administrative and project-related items. Key discussions included the authorization of a phase-one parking system evaluation contract and updates on municipal financial reports. Several resolutions were approved, including development agreements for property improvements on East Berwick Street, a cooperation agreement for the Karl Stirner Arts Trail amphitheater seating project, and ordinance amendments concerning utility street excavations and city vehicle parking regulations. Additionally, council authorized grant applications for police body camera upgrades, park improvements, affordable housing, and street safety initiatives.
Jul 22, 2026·Board meeting
Council of the City of Easton Minutes
The meeting featured a presentation on an environmental monitoring project involving air quality sensors mounted on bicycles to identify environmental pollutants. Several resolutions were approved, including authorizations for a Justice Assistance Grant, a Multimodal Transportation Grant, a Hotel Tax Grant, the financing of OpenGov software, lease renewals, and various appointments to municipal boards and commissions. The Council passed ordinances related to exterior maintenance and definitions. Committee reports covered topics such as software financing, grant awards, redevelopment projects, fire safety operations, and budget forecasts regarding employee health-care costs. Public comments addressed concerns regarding property maintenance enforcement, infrastructure safety on the DNL Trail, bridge signage, and malfunctioning streetlights.
