The estimated project costs have increased from around $1.2 million to about $1.9 million. Though most of that is covered by grants, higher costs mean the borough would have to pay more out of its own budget if it decides to move forward.
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Jackson Township takes steps to repair East Main Avenue Bridge
The bridge is still safe to use, but a 2023 report suggested fixing the scour and adding rock protection to help avoid future bank erosion.
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Lebanon County CTC accepts over $156,000 in education grants
The Lebanon County Career & Technology Center’s governing board accepted federal and COVID-related grants while approving several staff changes, including two retirements and one new hire.
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Supervisors, engineers, developer work together to address stormwater runoff
West Cornwall Township supervisors held a workshop meeting to address stormwater runoff issues raised by local property owners.
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East Hanover Township supervisors approve zoning changes
Following a public hearing, the East Hanover Township Board of Supervisors unanimously agreed to approve a zoning ordinance and map amendment at its meeting Monday.
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Palmyra Borough Council okays road closure for May food truck festival
The 10th annual TruckTrek will be on Saturday, May 10. West Cherry Street from South Railroad Street to South Mark Street will be closed on that day from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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Heidelberg Township seeks feedback on burning ordinance
Having received complaints from residents on irresponsible burning, the Heidelberg Township Board of Supervisors is seeking feedback from residents so it can pursue revisions to the township’s burning ordinance.
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Lebanon City Council hears updates on Coleman Memorial Park project
The connector trail to Union Canal Tunnel Park is currently under construction. David Funk, chair of the Coleman Memorial Park Board of Trustees, said the trail is already roughed in and will be paved, weather permitting, in the spring.
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Jackson Township submits permits for improved crosswalk, traffic lights
The traffic light project is expected to cost about $29,000, and the crosswalk system was quoted at around $9,200. Both payments will likely come from the general fund, according to supervisor Thomas Houtz.
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Myerstown Borough Council to improve South Railroad Street with CDBG funding
Myerstown Borough Council unanimously approved an agreement with the Redevelopment Authority of the County of Lebanon to undergo a project improving South Railroad Street with up to $180,000 in Community Development Block Grant funding at its meeting Tuesday.
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Timbers granted expanded hours and retail sale of microdistillery liquors
At a South Londonderry Township Zoning Hearing Board (ZHB) meeting Jan. 16, the board unanimously agreed to grant several variances requested by the Timbers Restaurant and rejected another.
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Palmyra council approves stormwater management for Melrose development
The decision comes after months of resident complaints during public comment periods about developers not properly managing stormwater, causing damage to nearby property.
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Cornwall Borough council hears concerns about Byler lakefront amendment
Cornwall Borough Council heard concerns from citizens about the Lakefront Text Amendment.
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Mount Gretna council discusses 2025 parking passes, future road projects
Mount Gretna residents should put their 2025 parking passes on their cars, as the borough council advised the Cornwall Police to start looking for vehicles without one to issue a $50 parking fine.
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City of Lebanon Authority reorganizes, retains 2024 board leadership
Action was light at the City of Lebanon Authority’s first board meeting of 2025 Monday but included board reorganization.
