Chester City Council Meeting | August 26, 2026

The City of Chester, PA City Council held a meeting on August 26, 2026, which included several procurement and contract-related discussions. The council approved an extension of a contract with EJM Advisory Firm LLC for ongoing analysis and advisory services for the Chester Police Department at an annual cost of $12,000. They also authorized a change order for New Road Construction Management Incorporated, increasing the contract by up to $75,000 to extend construction management services for the public works facility project through October 2026. Additionally, the council approved a contract for services at Fulton Street and Sproul Street not to exceed $11,800. Other resolutions included approvals for road opening permits, property transfers to the redevelopment authority, and hiring fire cadets for training at Harrisburg Area Community College. Public comments addressed community concerns, but no additional procurement actions were noted. The meeting also featured presentations recognizing community leaders and updates from the newly elected sheriff.