Council approves hires, five‑year CIP, fee updates and Dell monitor purchase; several items tabled

Norristown Borough Council took a series of formal actions on Dec. 2, adopting multiple resolutions after floor debate and roll‑call votes.

Key approvals

- Resolution 25‑88: Council approved hiring three firefighters after the Civil Service Commission certified an eligibility list; the new hires were sworn in during the meeting.

- Resolution 25‑94: Council adopted the 2026–2030 Capital Improvement Plan. Staff highlighted the first year as the capital budget for 2026, listed major projects, and noted two fire trucks are included (one funded with ARPA).

- Resolution 25‑95: Council adopted an updated consolidated fee schedule for 2026; the full list of changes was provided in the packet.

- Resolution 25‑91: After extended discussion about cost, phased purchase options, peripherals and a quantity quote that expires Dec. 10, council approved a Dell monitor and peripheral package at a total cost of $47,365 to replace aging equipment and provide standardized docking, cameras and warranties.

Other actions

- Resolution 25‑103 (appointment of professionals) was moved to January and tabled by council at the request of members seeking more time.

- Ordinances 25‑08 and 25‑09 (2026 real estate tax rates) were tabled to the December 16 meeting amid concerns about new positions and related legal review.

Planning items

- Resolution 25‑101: Council approved minor preliminary/final land development for additional parking (17 spaces; total 47) at 807–821 Hawes Ave (Kingdom Hall property).

What happens next: council will re‑consider the tax ordinances Dec. 16. Administration will provide labor counsel with details on proposed position changes; staff will continue project follow‑up on CIP items and planning approvals.

Sources: council roll calls and presentations during the Dec. 2 meeting.