Upper Darby Township · issues
Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Upper Darby public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
School District Schedule Proposal
Council members expressed opposition to the school district's proposed four-day school week and planned collaborative talks.
Environmental Advisory Committee Formalization
Council advanced an ordinance to officially formalize the Environmental Advisory Committee, giving structured backing to local environmental volunteers.
Taxicab and Commercial Vehicle Parking Regulations
Taxicab drivers and union representatives asked Council to exempt yellow cabs from strict commercial vehicle parking restrictions, explaining that their vehicles serve as both family transportation and their sole source of income.
Youth Community Center and Teen Programs
Local teens and advocates spoke passionately about the need for a larger community center space and expanded youth programs.
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.
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.
Official Resignation
Upper Darby's parking enforcement director just quit after getting hit with criminal theft charges. It's a messy look for city hall and leaves a big leadership gap right where parking enforcement is managed.
Lawsuit Over Parking Tickets
Upper Darby is getting sued over how it handles parking tickets, which could shake up the whole system. If you live or park in the township, expect potential changes to ticket processing and fines soon.
Mayoral Election
City Council President Brian Burke is running for mayor as a Republican, setting up a major political race in Upper Darby. This campaign is going to shake up local leadership and will definitely be worth keeping an eye on.
Police Department Leadership
Upper Darby is losing Police Captain Thomas A. Johnson as he packs his bags to become the new police chief down in Dover, Delaware. This departure leaves a leadership gap in the local police department right as the township navigates its ongoing public safety priorities.
Municipal Embezzlement
An Upper Darby township employee just got busted for allegedly swiping over $216,000 in public cash. It's a wake-up call that our local government really needs to step up its financial oversight so our hard-earned tax dollars aren't wasted.