1st Ward Commissioner· 2022–2027
Brian Gondek
Haverford
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- 19
- Total speaking time
- 1:11:24
- Avg per meeting
- 3:45
- Segments
- 1366
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Top issues during term (20)
Zoning Ordinance Rewrite Adoption
The board approved a $50,138 change order for additional direct mail outreach.
Haverford School Institutional Expansion and Zoning Concerns
None at this stage as no formal application has been submitted.
Belfield Avenue Parking and Traffic
Potential revenue increases from adjusted parking meter rates and expanded enforcement hours.
Manoa Road and Farwood Road Intersection Safety
Costs would depend on engineering studies and signage relocation.
Naylor's Run Channel Emergency Repairs and CDBG Reallocation
The emergency repair contract was awarded to JMC Contractors for $372,500.
Infrastructure Grant Applications
Seeking state grant funding to offset local costs for major infrastructure improvements.
Chapter 123 Free Speech and Assembly Regulations
Potential legal savings and staff time dedicated to ordinance restructuring.
Proposed Panmure Road Closure
Potential loss of residential property tax base if converted to tax-exempt institutional use.
Subdivision and Land Development Proposal for 1039 Sproul Road
Involves private development costs and potential township sidewalk fee-in-lieu contributions.
Curbside Food Waste Collection Launch
Reduces long-term disposal and tipping fee expenses.
Police License Plate Reader Data Retention
Existing police operational budget funds the license plate reader system.
Zoning Ordinance Rewrite (Ordinance P15-2026)
Costs include additional mailings and consultant fees covered under existing planning allocations and change orders.
PFAS firefighting foam regulations affecting local fire company
Llanerch Fire Company is out more than $100,000 for safer gear and foam, so expect budget pressure that could hit local fundraising or taxpayers.
Immigration Policy and Local Law Enforcement
None directly, though supporters and opponents cited potential indirect legal and fiscal risks.
Woodmere Way School Parking Restrictions
Minimal impact associated with signage installation and enforcement staffing.
83 South Eagle Road Lot Consolidation & Warehouse Development
Open space fee-in-lieu calculated at approximately $46,148.
Brookline Park Phase 4 Parking Improvements
Cost of the contract is $199,310.
Gas-Powered Leaf Blower Regulation
Potential equipment transition costs for local landscaping operators.
Parks and Recreation Software Replacement
Saves money by locking in a $36,000 annual fee instead of variable percentage-based transaction charges.
Snow Removal and Winter Weather Operations
Operational costs associated with storm response and snow removal.
Decisions during term (126)
Recorded while Gondek was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Approval of Warrant #10-2026
Consent Agenda Approval
Ordinance No. P15-2026 – Zoning Ordinance Rewrite (Second Reading)
Ordinance No. P16-2026 – Condemnation of a Portion of 701 Manoa Road
Ordinance No. P17-2026 – Special Purpose Parking on Chestnut Avenue
Resolutions No. 2492 through 2498-2026 – LSA Grant Applications
Resolution No. 2499-2026 – Subdivision and Land Development at 43 E. Turnbull Ave
Resolution No. 2500-2026 – 2026 Liquid Fuels Streetlight Electricity Allocation
Purchase Agreement – Electricity and Natural Gas Generation
Adjourn
Approval of Warrants
Library Board of Trustees Appointment
Consent Agenda
Ordinance No. P14-2026 – Traffic – 2nd Reading
Ordinance No. P15-2026 – Zoning Ordinance Rewrite – 1st Reading
Resolution No. 2491-2026 – CDBG Action Plan Amendment
Certification of the 2027 Minimum Municipal Obligation (MMO)
Contract Award – Naylor's Run Emergency Channel Repairs
Approval of Minutes of August 10, 2026
Adjourn
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