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The council approved applications submitted by Lancaster County Convention Center Authority and Swan Property Holdings LLC for 101 South Queen Street to demolish two rear roof dormers and construct a three‑story circulation tower and two rooftop decks on the building’s east elevation. Council discussion and committee review described the Swan property work as part of redevelopment of the old Swan Hotel into a multi‑unit lodging concept; staff clarified the project is an Airbnb‑style hotel model and not a licensed short‑term rental unit configuration.

The council also approved an application for 218 Howard Avenue (owner Peter Douglas) to replace windows and the front entry door and build a rear floor addition; that application carried the Historical Architectural Review Board’s recommendation for approval.

Councilor Craig noted committee review and summarized the key work items for council before the votes, and senior planning staff were present to answer technical questions. The motions to approve carried by roll call.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","City Council Meeting - June 10, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","Council approved the Historical Commission and HARB recommendations for alterations at 101 South Queen Street (Swan property) and for window/entry replacement plus a rear addition at 218 Howard Avenue.","taxTitle","Lancaster City, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania","taxId",3754,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":75,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":76,"_41":77,"_43":78,"_45":79,"_46":80,"_48":81,"_50":82,"_52":83,"_54":55,"_56":57,"_58":84,"_60":61,"_62":63,"_64":85,"_66":67,"_68":69,"_70":67,"_71":72,"_73":72},6529608,"Residents cite crime at Colton Park and speeding on Fairview Avenue at council public comments",285,1918000,2203000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3797947-29275cb4fcafa81ff7ee61f42490b42f&start=1918&end=2203","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3797947-29275cb4fcafa81ff7ee61f42490b42f/thumbnail_1918000.jpg","/articles/6529608/Lancaster-City/Lancaster-County/Pennsylvania/Residents-cite-crime-at-Colton-Park-and-speeding-on-Fairview-Avenue-at-council-public-comments","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6529608-f3d72fe118068b680f4425ef7572ad4b/orig.mp4?Expires=1771151571&Signature=eH~Uvsme4Z0l-dskxrChfrcGy5vFl2jL8xi33Jo--6n97RuXedAgGBFhmHkD3A25SuZoHEhLV-eu0TsmfNGen-RrHW7n2-gKnhC7pVeKPM7InL28cRDBJgpGZh1PF1IDYLsOhAywjET2A4PmJ4qAmeLoH~9pfgwh7DMbGZt5lW0s~-QJ5bUYyfa4MZ3TcNJO3p-Vy1wsyntetyrZipISYimKNeB8e0Q307VKcpm3MNKFBybwhJqFGOJDU5J04Rat4XxVYm4BGFxlE~cB6AE-f~fFvOQfT1gPnV1cc4TtrCAAdvjVe39qqmJ-eM-CAsmaoMiv5tXWJZE9V~eUSIHthQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Two public commenters told Lancaster City Council on June 10 that neighborhood safety needs more city attention: one described ongoing drug activity and a forced entry at a home near Colton Park; the other described a pattern of speeding and near‑misses on Fairview Avenue near the recreation center.

Scott Whitekettle, who identified himself as a resident of 462 Fremont Street, said he has lived at that address “for a year and 4 months” and described regular drug use, people sleeping in tents near the park and noise that wakes him at night. He told council that on May 31 his front door was kicked in and that police took more than 20 minutes to arrive. “Children can't even safely play there anymore,” Whitekettle said, and he asked the council for “a stronger police presence and/or routine police patrols in and around Colton Park.”

Michael Hess, who said he lives on the 500 block of Fairview Avenue, said the stretch of Fairview south of Wabank Road carries heavy traffic to the rec center, Brandon Park and a large bus stop for children. Hess said the narrow street and frequent speeding create repeated near misses and hit‑and‑run incidents. He asked the council to consider traffic‑calming measures or making the section one‑way. “Without intervention, it's only a matter of time before a pedestrian is seriously injured,” he said.

Council leaders acknowledged both concerns. President Baker said staff have the contact information for preregistered commenters and will follow up with additional information and next steps. Councilors noted referrals to public safety and traffic commission staff for follow up and additional study.","At public comment residents described drug use and a home break‑in near Colton Park and urged more police patrols; another resident asked the city to study traffic calming on a busy stretch of Fairview Avenue used by families and schoolchildren.",{"_33":87,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":88,"_41":89,"_43":90,"_45":91,"_46":92,"_48":93,"_50":94,"_52":95,"_54":55,"_56":57,"_58":96,"_60":61,"_62":63,"_64":97,"_66":67,"_68":69,"_70":67,"_71":72,"_73":72},6529612,"Council honors immigrant and refugee communities as city highlights language‑access work",590,440000,1030000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3797947-29275cb4fcafa81ff7ee61f42490b42f&start=440&end=1030","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3797947-29275cb4fcafa81ff7ee61f42490b42f/thumbnail_440000.jpg","/articles/6529612/Lancaster-City/Lancaster-County/Pennsylvania/Council-honors-immigrant-and-refugee-communities-as-city-highlights-languageaccess-work","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6529612-4c4be04aa8156447573b8a1eab7d23c8/orig.mp4?Expires=1771151571&Signature=PBOPbHVdDTEsYNqxg0c6SP2uhN9P8IvM4~RolqXyFYr6WWnE3xUFgF1BQlgop1tbSPsRTEfr304eha9uJeI4O10x44bE98Jfc1Mrps7gOlSyD7TnCJ136nbe7eVd0qcGe9MDS-XCWaaSWpCZIT3iADdrNQpd41qJTjqiTJp85FHqHx6O2huYjWndqzfEYHlq~F3I2fn~wKTuQvcB1lqdOfPc0hz~RxgQmeP2gjeaPIWhxl352vYbCsBzbgWPMKj6OcpHpLNY75FRLxtrTEgCk9Dexq4tC38R-uQ-otJ~4X39FxLEq4iFfaLMz6idfQTqsMN6ba8EwKw-cnM5n5H4dQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Lancaster City Council on June 10 adopted a resolution recognizing June as Immigrant Heritage Month and June 20 as World Refugee Day, and heard public testimony and a staff update on the city’s language‑access services.

Councilor Ahmed introduced the resolution and noted concerns about federal changes affecting refugee programs and Temporary Protected Status. Resident and former refugee Ramucho Carchese told council, “Some refugees and immigrant communities are feeling scared and worried for what is happening right now,” and urged elected officials to affirm that refugees and immigrants are welcome in Lancaster.

The council also heard from the Office of Language Services. Rameshia, who leads the office, described services the city has implemented: an on‑demand phone and video interpretation platform (Propio 1), staff training, a centralized internal request procedure and an intranet hub for city employees. In 2024, Rameshia reported, “Propio received 777 calls throughout the year 2024, serving residents in 23 different languages,” and the office completed more than 10,000 words of in‑house Spanish translations for flyers and communications.

Councilors thanked speakers and affirmed the city’s commitment to being welcoming. The resolution passed by roll call.","Council passed a resolution recognizing Immigrant Heritage Month and World Refugee Day and heard from a former refugee and the city’s Office of Language Services about outreach and interpretation services.",{"_33":99,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":100,"_41":101,"_43":102,"_45":103,"_46":104,"_48":105,"_50":106,"_52":107,"_54":55,"_56":57,"_58":108,"_60":61,"_62":63,"_64":109,"_66":67,"_68":69,"_70":67,"_71":72,"_73":72},6529617,"Lancaster Council approves 2025 CDBG annual action plan amid resident complaints about grant access",205,3731000,3936000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3797947-29275cb4fcafa81ff7ee61f42490b42f&start=3731&end=3936","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3797947-29275cb4fcafa81ff7ee61f42490b42f/thumbnail_3731000.jpg","/articles/6529617/Lancaster-City/Lancaster-County/Pennsylvania/Lancaster-Council-approves-2025-CDBG-annual-action-plan-amid-resident-complaints-about-grant-access","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6529617-755e2347fbb79be418087539f1da31b1/orig.mp4?Expires=1771151571&Signature=Y-B07B5rPcqVMesYHvJkqV9uvfhjXMcdDpUfu3KAnh73nU6Et4iru9Usz5NMI6f5IfQDsz-M-md6X5Gn9G01wWGRw1FeF3gHHV-RqCCT1H2vUj1LfS19EPUXg36rvZ9NVz~fJ5t3Rk7tFh-Ufqoz4w5NkaZVyxGdsJ3uwAiGU5rLcSNNUy~HhCpBpXTcQ914oair3pdWbJR1sl5sPWFbLqYdls2fMHoACKuMPM9VGQPQuFOIlyRfHUUrYSYf75A6WfBS79wdrmf5p4FQy5UDmWE7r6HaGIH0ojlPZ4kJq1V9kPc7~aKZdDkYZYjZC1PRYyZhUZiCkL--kgsB7bGJgw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Lancaster City Council voted June 10 to authorize the mayor to submit the city’s 2025 Annual Action Plan (Year 5 of the Consolidated Plan) to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, a document that details projected use of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for the 2025 program year.

The vote followed a presentation and review by Rebecca Geyser, who fielded council questions at the Committee level and before council. Councilors praised the thoroughness of staff work; Councilor Arroyo announced he would abstain because his employer is mentioned in the action plan.

During public comment several residents pressed the council on access to housing‑related grants and critical repair funds. Irene Grievous said her property “remains condemned” despite repeated applications over four years and asked, “Where are these grants going?”

Rebecca Geyser responded at the meeting that the city’s critical repair program is not a multi‑million‑dollar pot but “a few $100,000,” and that many programs within the budget are targeted to owner‑occupied dwellings and include requirements when tenants are involved. Geyser said program eligibility and funding amounts create limits on how many projects can be funded in a year.

Councilors praised the plan’s housing focus. One councilor noted the city continues to commit CDBG dollars to affordable housing, critical repair and related needs, and thanked staff for what members described as creative program management despite shrinking annual funds.

The council approved the submission to HUD. Councilor Arroyo recorded an abstention; remaining members voted to approve the plan.

What comes next: the administration will submit the action plan to HUD and provide the promised, more detailed report to council later this year. Residents who raised concerns were told city staff will follow up on individual applications and eligibility questions.","Council approved the city's 2025 Annual Action Plan for HUD (CDBG funds). Councilors praised staff work; one councilor abstained and residents questioned access to critical repair funds and program size.",{"_33":111,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":112,"_41":42,"_43":90,"_45":90,"_46":113,"_48":93,"_50":114,"_52":115,"_54":55,"_56":57,"_58":116,"_60":61,"_62":63,"_64":117,"_66":67,"_68":69,"_70":67,"_71":72,"_73":72},6529622,"Lancaster City Council approves resolutions, flag raisings and a slate of appointments","/Search/View?dp=1&key=3797947-29275cb4fcafa81ff7ee61f42490b42f&start=440&end=440","/articles/6529622/Lancaster-City/Lancaster-County/Pennsylvania/Lancaster-City-Council-approves-resolutions-flag-raisings-and-a-slate-of-appointments","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6529622-66f3b2878936cbc324e999c34a8eee46/orig.mp4?Expires=1771151571&Signature=JiF7fdG1Yvd2bHcpGWT~cBcQ30GzUoc4kQ6iyOT95PgP-HN0SwEY2iwlI6AdPwfHBuyDnFkfhRjY0Ag1OJt0bpqxx7FvJc9zMwfjI9B2mkfUvNBvvIjC38n8sArXq~Ewp9XtWFtHGc5V7kvFaRpiqryZ9xFNKmafOxUi2OpDOc-pj7CpLM0W8VzXfdXvNL5eXt95BzrL-Sq0GG~LJq3QRTui2UGAlp2zxOhLxZvha061BMy-aczXge6TLSoyeAzSAMOpnZZqE6xqLmCXJ3UpWWtUtpNSYRTCFoQfWW4ANFMNAwciyeNgT1-H~6tfgNlDODTLfD4dk9cNjQbuInZl1g__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Lancaster City Council on June 10 approved a series of ceremonial resolutions, two flag raisings for 2026, heritage‑district design changes and a set of appointments to local boards and commissions.

The council voted to adopt several proclamations and recognitions — including a resolution recognizing June as Immigrant Heritage Month and June 20 as World Refugee Day (Resolution No. 41 20 25); a Juneteenth recognition for June 19, 2025 (Resolution No. 40 20 25); and a resolution naming June 2025 as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month in the city (Resolution No. 43 20 25). The body also approved requests from the Lancaster NAACP for flag raisings to mark Black History Month (approved for Feb. 2, 2026; Resolution No. 44 20 25) and Juneteenth 2026 (Resolution No. 45 20 25).

Councilors also voted to approve three appointments to the newly formed Lancaster City Ethics Commission: Christopher Salt, Paul Culbreth and Erica Molina Potter. Council confirmed other appointments and reappointments, including Marlisa Bontrager to the Shade Tree Commission and reappointments of Lloyd Henry, Donald Palmer and Tina Darby to the Civil Service Board.

Heritage‑district actions heard under the agenda were approved as recommended by the Historical Commission and the Historical Architectural Review Board. Those actions included approvals for work at 101 South Queen Street (demolition of two rear roof dormers and construction of a three‑story circulation tower and rooftop decks) and a rear addition and window/door work at 218 Howard Avenue.

Most votes were taken by roll call and recorded as approved. The council packaged these relatively brief or ceremonial items into single motions in most cases; the meeting record shows unanimous or strongly supportive roll‑call outcomes.

Votes at a glance (motion summary and outcome)
- Resolution 41 20 25 (Immigrant Heritage Month / World Refugee Day): motion to approve — approved (roll call: ayes).
- Resolution 40 20 25 (Juneteenth recognition, 06/19/2025): motion to approve — approved (roll call: ayes).
- Resolution 43 20 25 (Pride Month 2025): motion to approve — approved (roll call: ayes).
- Resolution 44 20 25 (NAACP flag raising, Feb. 2, 2026): motion to approve — approved (roll call: ayes).
- Resolution 45 20 25 (Juneteenth flag raising, 06/19/2026): motion to approve — approved (roll call: ayes).
- Heritage/HARB items (101 South Queen — dormer removal and 3‑story circulation tower/rooftop decks; 218 Howard Ave — window/door replacement and rear addition): motions to approve — approved (roll call: ayes).
- Appointments to Ethics Commission: Christopher Salt, Paul Culbreth, Erica Molina Potter — motions to appoint — each approved (roll call: ayes).
- Appointments/reappointments to other boards: Marlisa Bontrager (Shade Tree Commission), Lloyd Henry, Donald Palmer, Tina Darby (Civil Service Board) — motions to appoint/reappoint — approved (roll call: ayes).

Notes: A more substantive resolution — the city’s 2025 Annual Action Plan for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (CDBG program) — was also before council and is reported separately because it drew additional discussion, public comment and one abstention. See the separate article on the plan for details.","At its June 10 meeting the Lancaster City Council approved multiple ceremonial resolutions, scheduled flag raisings, and confirmed appointments to the Ethics Commission and other local bodies in unanimous or near‑unanimous votes.","actionData","errors"]

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