Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Abington public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
11 issues with medium priority
Zoning Map Corrections Across 13 Wards
A public hearing was scheduled on an ordinance updating the township's official zoning map. Zoning map changes can affect what can be built on affected properties.
Bird City Network and Briar Bush reforestation grant
Resolution No. 26-035 was scheduled to authorize a PECO Green Region grant application for invasive plant management and native plant restoration at Briar Bush.
Automated Red-Light Enforcement Program
Two items were scheduled: adoption of Ordinance No. 2247 on program expiration rules and Amendment No. 6 to the township's contract with camera vendor Sensys Gatso USA.
Heritage Tree Program and New Homeowner Outreach
Philadelphia Couples Therapy proposed a corporate sponsorship that would provide trees to new homeowners, expanding canopy in newly occupied homes.
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.
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 Relations Commission Outreach and Community Programming
The commission was scheduled to consider translating its HRC web page and adding a digital form for filing complaints. This would make it easier for non-English-speaking residents to report discrimination concerns.
Election Voter Guide
Election day is right around the corner on November 3rd, and you need to know who and what is on your ballot. Check out this quick voter guide to find your exact polling place before heading out to vote.
Cancellation of CDBG-DR Housing Rehabilitation Grant Activity
The township had to cancel an owner-occupied housing rehab program funded by Hurricane Ida relief grants because strict federal rules made local homeowners ineligible.
Meetinghouse Road Sidewalk and ADA Ramp Improvements
Abington is moving forward with bidding for pedestrian and accessibility upgrades along Meetinghouse Road between Sunset Avenue and Westbury Road. These improvements will make walking safer and more accessible for local residents.
Road Salt Mitigation
The council wants to issue an RFP for a road salt management plan, an issue residents have supported. Mitch Gertz will draft it.