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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Upper Darby public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
El Car Wash Land Development Project
Developers presented plans to convert a vacant Rite Aid at 832 N. Lansdowne Ave into a modern car wash, promising stormwater improvements, tree planting, and local jobs.
600 Garrett Road Mixed-Use Development
Residents strongly criticized proposed zoning changes and mixed-use developments along State Road and West Chester Pike, citing concerns over overpopulation, traffic congestion, and neighborhood character.
HUD Citizen Participation Plan Amendments
The township updated its HUD citizen participation rules to include French and Korean translations and a 14-day notice for public hearings.
Licenses & Inspections Department Modernization
L&I presented major operational upgrades, moving away from 40-year-old paper systems to digital tablets, online permits, and proactive street-by-street rental inspections.
Apartment Building Emergency Evacuation Support
Residents from Barkley Square Apartments spoke out about a major pipe burst during freezing weather that displaced vulnerable tenants. They called on the township to establish better emergency protocols and support for displaced renters.
Fern Boulevard Parking Lease Agreement
The council is entering into a five-year lease for a private parking lot on Fern Boulevard, which will bring in shared revenue and add regulated parking spots to the local fee schedule.