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Council hears 16% revenue rise driven by electric rates; approves April 1 check warrant

Lansdale Borough Council · April 1, 2026
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Summary

Councilman Harvard told Lansdale Borough Council that year-to-date revenues rose 16%—largely from the electric department—creating a temporary $1.1–$1.2 million deficit the administration expects to close as tax revenue arrives; council then approved the April 1 check warrant by voice vote.

Councilman Harvard reported to the borough council that year-to-date revenues are up about 16% while expenditures are up roughly 3.5%, producing an approximate $1.1–$1.2 million deficit that he said the borough expects to eliminate as tax revenues arrive in April, May and again in the fall.

"Most of that revenue is coming in through the electric department," Councilman Harvard said, adding that about $714,000 of the gain is…

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