April 15, Committee Meeting

The Lower Merion Township held a committee meeting on April 15, 2026, covering grants and community development, economic development, and building and planning. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of a waiver to increase Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding by $148,000 for home rehabilitation in Ardmore, reflecting unforeseen costs such as rewiring and lead remediation. The committee also unanimously approved a resolution to apply for a Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development Multimodal Grant to support a parking garage project in Ardmore, with private capital expected to cover the required 30% match, resulting in no direct financial impact on the township. Additionally, the economic development committee recommended approval for the installation and replacement of wayfinding signage in downtown Ardmore, funded by grants with no fiscal impact on the township. The building and planning committee recommended releasing escrow funds for improvement guarantees and approved historic commission applications for signage and window modifications at 10 Monument Avenue and 61 Anderson Avenue, ensuring compliance with zoning and historic preservation standards. No public comments were made during the meeting, and all motions related to procurement and funding passed unanimously.