Chester City Council Deliberative | April 6, 2026

The City of Chester, Pennsylvania, held a deliberative meeting on April 6, 2026, where several ordinances and resolutions were discussed in preparation for the upcoming regular council meeting. Key procurement-related items included Resolution 42, which authorized a substantial amendment to the HOME ARP program to increase funding for affordable rental housing development by $1,188,244. The council discussed the allocation timeline and confirmed that the funds have several years for allocation, with one project already underway involving Liberty Development Housing Corporation. Additionally, Resolution 45 was introduced to approve the intermunicipal transfer of a liquor license into the city. Other resolutions involved appointments of city officials and a policy resolution rejecting privatization efforts to keep city authorities public. No specific vendor contracts or procurement awards were detailed during this meeting.