Chester County Commissioners Approve Quarterly Reports and Tax Levy Resolutions

The Chester County Commission convened on August 4, 2025, to continue discussions from the previous meeting held on July 21. The meeting began with a prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, setting a respectful tone for the proceedings.

A significant agenda item was the approval of the quarterly report for the Chester County School System. Despite the absence of a key member, the report was approved unanimously following a motion by Commissioner Tim Crowe and a second by Commissioner Dwight Bingham.

The commission then moved on to discuss the tax levy for the fiscal year 2025-2026, which was set at 1.5853. This resolution, previously reviewed by the budget committee, confirmed that there would be no tax increase. The commission proceeded with a roll call vote, which passed without opposition.

Further resolutions included appropriations for various county departments and nonprofit organizations, all of which had been thoroughly vetted in prior budget meetings. Each resolution received unanimous approval from the commissioners.

One notable discussion point was the resolution to reduce the compensation of the Board of County Commissioners, which was also approved following a roll call vote.

In other business, the commission encouraged attendance at the upcoming quarterly meeting scheduled for September 30, emphasizing its importance for community engagement. The chair expressed gratitude to the budget committee and all attendees for their efforts in ensuring a balanced budget without a tax increase, despite rising costs of living.

The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn, reflecting a collaborative spirit among the commissioners as they continue to prioritize the needs of Chester County residents.