Votes at a glance: Emmaus council approves grants, borrowing intent, policies, radios and appointments

Emmaus Borough Council took a bundle of formal actions on April 7, passing motions and resolutions that covered procurement, finance, policies and appointments. Key votes included award of a CDBG ADA construction contract (reported separately), adoption of a cash-handling policy, authorization related to PENNVEST funding for PFAS treatment at Well No. 1, a five‑year radio purchase agreement with Lehigh County, a reduction in security for the Emmaus Commerce Center, the reappointment of a vacancy-board member subject to a background check, approval of the bill list, and approval of several event/permit requests.

Below are the council’s recorded actions and outcomes as taken at the April 7 meeting:

- CDBG ADA contract (Zagura Concrete) — Awarded $75,400 (see separate article). Motion moved by Ladenburg, seconded by Brown; vote recorded as 7–0.

- Resolution 2025‑10, Declaration of Official Intent to Reimburse — Council approved a declaration of official intent to reimburse borough general funds used to construct improvements to Well No. 1 for PFAS treatment with funds received from the…