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Residents raise concerns about children in streets; council cites State Police youth programs

Borough of Modena Council · July 6, 2026

Summary

During public comment residents said cars are ignoring a stop sign and children are in streets after dark; councilmember Jennifer Taylor reported she met with Pennsylvania State Police about youth issues and summer camp opportunities.

Several residents used the July 6 public-comment period to urge the council to address neighborhood safety after dark, saying cars are ignoring a stop sign and that children are in the street at night. Council encouraged residents to get involved in committees such as Parks & Recreation to propose activities that would engage youth.

Council member Jennifer Taylor told the meeting she had met with the Pennsylvania State Police at Borough Hall to discuss current issues involving youngsters in the borough and available summer camp programs the State Police runs each summer. The minutes record the borough will follow up on neighborhood safety concerns and encourage parental involvement and committee participation.

Pete DiMaio, a board member of the Coatesville Library, thanked the borough for its support and provided a brief update during public comment.

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