Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Radnor public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
15 issues in public safety
Skunk Hollow Trail Emergency Safety Markers
The township is considering decommissioning the Brooke Farm Trail over safety conditions and access concerns. Trail users could lose a recreational resource, so this discussion will matter to neighbors who use it.
New Board of Health Member Appointments
The board was scheduled to evaluate three prospective candidates for membership.
Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention and Ordinances
Board members discussed developing a local municipal ordinance to prevent lead poisoning, noting Radnor's older housing stock. They are partnering with student interns and water utilities to check service lines and raise public awareness.
Communicable Disease Monitoring and West Nile Virus
The board reviewed regional health data, noting an increase in influenza B cases in local schools while COVID-19 and RSV trends remain stable.
Fraudulent township invoice scam warning
The zoning officer warned that fake invoices claiming to be from township boards are circulating; Radnor never asks for wire transfers and official emails end in @radnor.org.
Proposed EMS substation on the Waverly property
The applicant disclosed that the Township has asked to build an EMS substation on the site — a use permitted by right, not part of the zoning application. Residents were told the Township will separately inform the community.
Stryker EMS Equipment Acquisition
The township proposed purchasing nearly $844,000 in advanced EMS equipment, including monitors, automated CPR devices, stretchers, and stair chairs, using a 7-year zero-interest payment plan. Commissioners tabled the vote to examine the physical equipment firsthand.
Highland Avenue Handicap Parking and Fire Hydrant Enforcement
A resident requested a handicap parking space on Highland Avenue, and staff noted illegal parking near a nearby fire hydrant requiring enforcement.
Wayne Post Office Roof Lighting and Unpermitted Work
The post office secured conditional approval for roof floodlights, but officials flagged that the underlying roof replacement was done without proper township permits.
Bellevue Avenue Hazardous Trees and Streetscape
A resident requested street tree plantings along Bellevue Avenue near the AT&T property, prompting coordination between township staff and property management.
Senior Daily Check-In Software Service
Radnor Township is partnering with the Wayne Senior Center and ConfirmOK, LLC to offer automated daily phone check-ins for senior citizens and vulnerable residents aging in place. Half of the $650 monthly cost will be covered by the senior center, creating a safety net that alerts emergency services or staff if check-ins are missed.
Departmental Reorganization and Creation of Fire & Rescue Department
Radnor is overhauling its administrative structure by combining the Engineering and Community Development departments, moving IT under Finance, and creating a dedicated Fire & Rescue Department with an official Fire/EMS Chief.
Police Cellebrite Digital Forensics Equipment Purchase
The police department is purchasing Cellebrite software and hardware for $20,995 to extract data from cell phones and tablets locally, cutting down on months-long county and federal backlogs.
Fire Department Leadership
Radnor Township just got a brand-new Fire Chief, James Smith. He's stepping in to lead the local fire department and keep everyone safe.
Emergency Services Leadership
Radnor Township just hired its very first Fire & EMS Chief, shaking up how local emergency services are managed. This new leadership aims to streamline operations and response times across the community.