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Forrestown City Council Sets November Election Date, Cites Cost Savings
The council approved a resolution for calling the next municipal election on November 3rd. This move aligns with a legislative change that shifted municipal election days to either August or November, and the city chose November to improve voter turnout and reduce costs. The move to November is expected to save the city between $15,000 and $30,000 annually or biennially due to no longer holding standalone elections.
Forrestown City Council Approves Software Licenses, Maintenance Agreements, and Postage Machine Lease
The council approved several procurement items, including a Microsoft Office 365 license renewal with Consult Ad Incorporated as the lowest bidder, an inspection and maintenance agreement at Bridgewater Point Phase 3, a similar agreement for the crossing at Harold Farm, and a new postage machine agreement with Pitney Bowes. The Microsoft license renewal came in lower than previous years. The inspection and maintenance agreements are to ensure the city can monitor stormwater infrastructure. The postage machine agreement is a five-year multi-year contract.
Forrestown City Council Approves FY27 Budget with No Tax Increase, Utilizes Fund Balance
The council adopted the FY27 annual budget, which includes no property tax increase. This was achieved through deferring certain projects and purchases, reducing the number of newly hired firefighters for FY27, cutting planned paving, and adjusting timelines for airport projects. The budget also utilizes a fund balance of $1,049,541. A budget amendment for the general fund was also approved, recognizing revenues and expenditures for donated funds for the Sherwood Park Scoreboard, higher brush and bulk tipping fees, and increased repair and maintenance costs for buildings and grounds.
Forrestown City Council Appoints Members to Library and Industrial Development Boards
The council addressed appointments to two boards. For the Library Board, Christy Cowan is returning, and Cindy Sedlak Husk has been appointed for a new term. For the City's Industrial Development Board, Ed Hale, Suzanne Deneau, and Jim Price were reappointed, while Justin Cook and Kenny Noah were appointed as new members. The terms for the Industrial Development Board are six years.
Forrestown Parks and Recreation Updates: Master Plan Progress and Softball Tournament
The Parks and Recreation department is moving forward with a master plan, with consultants gathering feedback from surveys and holding open houses. The next open house is scheduled for August 8th at Tally Ward. Additionally, the department is hosting a large softball tournament this week through the weekend, expecting 65 teams, including some from as far as Michigan, which is anticipated to bring economic activity to the city.
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