Jim Riley
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- Meetings spoken in
- 23
- Total speaking time
- 1:56:08
- Avg per meeting
- 5:03
- Segments
- 3162
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Top issues during term (20)
Waverly Heights Life Care Center Proposal at 452 S. Roberts Road
The project would bring construction spending, roughly 110-plus jobs, and tax and utility demand to the area, though the full financial picture is not yet developed.
Proposed Data Center Zoning Ordinance
Developers would reimburse the township for independent technical review costs; no direct township cost identified.
Grading Permits and Tree Removal Oversight
Potential fee-in-lieu revenue for the township or compliance costs for property owners.
Willows Riparian Repair Grant Budget and Maintenance
The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society may donate up to 20 additional trees to the planting.
Old Friend Restaurant vestibule controversy
Commercial Signage Standards on Lancaster Avenue
Impacts branding and advertising costs for incoming commercial tenants.
Agnes Irwin temporary classrooms during renovation
Wayne Downtown Master Plan & Parklet Proposal
Potential economic impact on local businesses estimated by merchants based on daily customer turnover.
2027 Preliminary Operating and Capital Budget
No real estate tax increase in the draft, but sewer and stormwater fees would likely rise.
Stormwater Capital Improvement Bonds
Up to $10 million in new debt; a stormwater fee increase is anticipated next year.
Radnor School District administration building renovation
Delaware County open space bond referendum
About $24 a year for the owner of an average ~$400,000 home.
Building Energy Benchmarking Ordinance
Building owners could face costs for energy tracking and efficiency improvements.
Stryker EMS Equipment Acquisition
Total purchase of $843,896.69 with annual capital payments of $120,556.67 starting in 2027.
Road Salt Contamination in Local Streams and Tap Water
Potential future subsidies or grants for household filtration equipment.
Residential Setback Variances and Neighborhood Character
Private investment in home improvement increasing property value.
Fraudulent township invoice scam warning
Residents who pay fake invoices could lose money; the township says don't pay and report to Community Development.
election guide
Zero direct financial impact on taxpayers, though high voter turnout keeps local democracy running smoothly.
Shade Tree Commission Website Relaunch
None
Communicable Disease Monitoring and West Nile Virus
Decisions during term (604)
Recorded while Riley was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Approval of October 14, 2026 meeting minutes
DRB 2026-59 — Agnes Irwin School temporary learning cottages
DRB 2026-60 — Harth, 227 E. Lancaster Ave
DRB 2026-61 — Old Friend Restaurant vestibule
DRB 2026-62 — Main Line Mahjong wall sign
DRB 2026-63 — Radnor Township School District administration building renovation
DRB 2026-64 — Robin Gannon Interiors exterior renovations
Approval of meeting minutes
Approval of meeting minutes for Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Approval of October 14, 2026 meeting minutes
DRB 2026-59 Agnes Irwin School – temporary learning cottages
DRB 2026-60 HARTH – signs and exterior changes
DRB 2026-61 Old Friend Restaurant – vestibule
DRB 2026-62 Main Line Mahjong – wall sign
DRB 2026-63 Radnor Township School District – exterior renovations and addition
DRB 2026-64 Robin Gannon Interiors – exterior renovations
Approval of meeting minutes
Approval of meeting minutes for Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Consent agenda approval
Free holiday parking (Item 3.A)
Voting record (159)
Oldest to newest — hover a bar for the item.
approve the Consent Agenda as amended
approve the adoption of Ordinance 2026-22 - Approving a three-year lease for PAISBOA for a portion of the Radnor Township Municipal Building, consisting of approximately 1,500 square feet
approve the introduction of Ordinance 2026-24– Amending The Township Zoning Ordinance regarding Conditional Use Standards and Data Center Regulations.
ament the consent agenda to add 2.M) Motion approving the Business Tax Settlement 2026-BPT-04
approve Resolution 2026-121- Requested Waiver of Land Development for 275 South Ithan Avenue, Agnes Irwin School
approve Resolution 2026-120 - Appointment of Radnor Township Stormwater Authority Members
approve the adoption of Ordinance 2026-23- General Obligation Bonds not to Exceed $10 Million (Bank Qualified) for Stormwater Capital Improvement Projects
approve Resolution 2026-124 - Award to the Recipients of the 2027 Radnor Township Community Grant in the Total Amount of $100,000 funded by the General Fund in the 2027 Budget
Appeal #3277 - 105 N. Aberdeen Ave Parking Variances
Expressed concern that the parking request was an excessive stretch and hardship was self-imposed.
Vice President Myers made a motion to approve the appointment to the Rental Housing Board of Appeals, Colleen Decesare - Partial Term ending December 31, 2030
Vice President Myers made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda.
Vice President Myers made a motion to approve the introduction of Ordinance 2026-23- General Obligation Bonds not to Exceed $10 Million (Bank Qualified) for Stormwater Capital Improvement Projects
Commissioner Coates made a motion to approve Resolution 2026-117 - Presentation and Acceptance of “A Vision for Wayne”, the Downtown Master Plan for Wayne
Commissioner Agnew made a motion to approve the adoption of Ordinance 2026-21 - Special Parking Zones, amending adding the handicapped parking on North Wayne Avenue, west side, in front of 402 North W
Vice President Myers made a motion to approve the introduction of Ordinance 2026-22 - Approving a three-year lease for PAISBOA for a portion of the Radnor Township Municipal Building, consisting of ap
Commissioner Mulroney made a motion to approve Resolution 2026-108 - Purchase of Stryker EMS equipment to be placed on ambulances in Radnor Township. This purchase is through the Costars program and i
Vice President Myers made a motion to approve Resolution 2026-111: Awarding the Contract for Providing the Temporary Bridge for Skunk Hollow to ADM Welding & Fabrication, LLC not to exceed $24,000
Vice President Myers made a motion to approve Resolution 2026-109 - Approving the renewal of the CODY Records Management System subscription for use by the Radnor Township Police Department for the te
Commissioner Larkin made a motion to table Resolution 2026-108 - Purchase of Stryker EMS equipment to be placed on ambulances in Radnor Township. This purchase is through the Costars program and inclu
Vice President Myers made a motion to approve the following appointments to the Board of Health, Steve Comess - Partial Term ending December 31 2028, Diana Pope - Partial Term ending December 31, 2027
Vice President Myers made a motion to approve Resolution 2026-110 - Approving the renewal agreement with PowerDMS for licensing that includes subscription fees, training, and ongoing support for a ter
Vice President Myers made a motion to approve the balance Consent Agenda items 2.A, 2.B, and 2.C
Vice President Myers made a motion to approve the adoption of Ordinance 2026-18 - An Ordinance Of Radnor Township, Delaware County, Pennsylvania, Amending Its Code Of Ordinances By Repealing Chapter 5
Vice President Myers made a motion to approve Resolution 2026-112 – Authorizing the approval of Change Orders #3 and #4 from Dezigns Construction Inc. for the Radnor Township Municipal and Public Work
Vice President Myers made a motion to approve the introduction of Ordinance 2026-21 - Special Parking Zones, amending adding the handicapped parking on North Wayne Avenue, west side, in front of 402 N
Adoption of Ordinance 2026-18 (Stormwater Authority)
Appeal #3268 - 12 Barley Cone Lane
The property could be developed in strict conformity with the code without a variance.
Appeal #3271 - 717 Harrison Road
The existing garage was not shown to be unusable and the relief sought was too extensive.