Public Works Committee Meeting | August 24, 2026

The City of Chester Public Works Committee meeting on August 24, 2026, focused primarily on pedestrian safety improvements near local schools under the Delaware County Safe Streets for Schools initiative. Presenters from the Delaware County Planning Department discussed a "quick build" project at Edgemont Scholars Academy, funded by federal Safe Streets for All grants, aimed at enhancing crosswalk visibility, adding ADA ramps, and improving pedestrian safety with community and student involvement in design elements. The committee discussed jurisdictional responsibilities for street markings and the potential for future permanent improvements funded through community block grants. Additionally, the meeting covered several procurement and contracting matters, including authorization to extend a construction management contract for the Public Works building project by three months at $25,000 per month, approval of a $11,800 traffic calming study contract with NMG Engineering Associates for Ninth Street, and an extension of advisory services for the Police Department building at $1,000 per month. The committee also reviewed additional state funding of $3.5 million for the Highland Avenue trail project to cover cost overruns. No formal votes were taken during this session, which was informational in nature, but there was clear intent to pursue funding and community engagement for safety and infrastructure projects.