Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Abington public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
8 issues in parks rec with medium priority
MLK Jr. Day Community Celebration
Michele and Tiffany were slated to lead planning for the January Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration, which in past years has included events at the high school.
Human Library Event Planning
Bonnie was scheduled to present plans for a January "Human Library" event, modeled on similar events in Doylestown and Swarthmore, to be hosted at the Abington library before construction begins.
Keswick Avenue SEPTA Bridge Underpass Mural Project
Arcadia University and the Glenside Civic Association are bringing fresh artwork to the Keswick Avenue underpass. The murals will celebrate local history and nature on both sides of the bridge connecting Abington and Cheltenham.
Ardsley Community Center Lease Extension
The township extended its lease with the school district for the popular Ardsley community center property through September. Officials are working through final legal details for a longer-term agreement.
Abington Art Center Rent Abatement & Facility Improvements
The board approved a three-month rent abatement for the Abington Art Center to offset the cost of heating and plumbing upgrades at the historic Little Meetinghouse. This partnership allows the center to expand year-round programming.
4th of July Parade Quiet Zone
Kristin and Bonnie will try again to establish a quiet zone at the July 4th parade, an effort carried over from earlier meetings.
Universal library cards across MCLINC libraries
County libraries are moving toward one universal card, so your card would work the same everywhere. Abington dropped replacement fees and lost-item refunds to line up its policies.
2026 Parks and Recreation Fee Increases
The township approved raising various park and pool fees for 2026, including raising resident pool passes from $115 to $130, to help cover rising facility maintenance costs.