Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Upper Darby public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
4 issues in development with high priority
El Car Wash Land Development Project
Developers presented plans to convert a vacant Rite Aid at 832 N. Lansdowne Ave into a modern car wash, promising stormwater improvements, tree planting, and local jobs.
600 Garrett Road Mixed-Use Development
Residents strongly criticized proposed zoning changes and mixed-use developments along State Road and West Chester Pike, citing concerns over overpopulation, traffic congestion, and neighborhood character.
Licenses & Inspections Department Modernization
L&I presented major operational upgrades, moving away from 40-year-old paper systems to digital tablets, online permits, and proactive street-by-street rental inspections.
Apartment Building Emergency Evacuation Support
Residents from Barkley Square Apartments spoke out about a major pipe burst during freezing weather that displaced vulnerable tenants. They called on the township to establish better emergency protocols and support for displaced renters.