Jenkintown Matters Releases Policy Platform Jenkintown Matters, February 9, 2025February 10, 2025 “Nothing changes until Council changes.” This has been the refrain of many in this town who no longer feel represented and by those who see Jenkintown continuing down a path of decline. They have personally experienced the dismissive and condescending attitudes of our managers and leaders. Jenkintown Matters Platform 2025Download In response, the members of Jenkintown Matters present our statement of principles and our proposal to improve our community. This document is for the rest of us, those that still believe in a solvent, well-managed future for our little borough, where we can continue to feel safe and secure in our homes and to feel proud of its restoration as a truly pedestrian-friendly community with a thriving, viable commercial district. It is often the impetus behind the “For Sale” signs that spring up when the family sees they youngest child finally graduate from the school, that despite their love for the community, they cannot or will not be further burdened by outrageous tax hikes or be patient with the incompetence and soft corruption of our government officials. This document first outlines a Statement of Principles underlying our proposals and asserts that there is no higher budgetary priority for local government than to provide police and fire protection. This document is designed to bring greater transparency and accountability to our government. It outlines a plan to insure that Jenkintown is governed and protected by competent and responsive administrators, that will always be sensitive to the financial burdens and the realistic needs of its citizens. And finally, we make this platform available to potential Council candidates and pledge to support those who run on it. We invite your comments and suggestions. Please email us at jenkintownmatters@gmail.com Share this: Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on X (Opens in new window) X Like this:Like Loading… Discover more from Jenkintown Matters Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email. Type your email… Subscribe Jenkintown Council News
Jenkintown Council Alex Khalil on Social Media July 18, 2024July 19, 2024 Jenkintown’s most outspoken council member “knows plenty” but reveals little. Of the twelve that serve on Jenkintown Borough Council, Alex Khalil’s feisty reputation makes her a stand out on an… Share this: Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on X (Opens in new window) X Like this:Like Loading… Read More
Live-stream Jenkintown DCED Presentation Livestream November 19, 2024November 19, 2024 This is the unedited video of the entire meeting. The presentation is based on flawed data, is incomplete, and is essentially worth the money that we paid for it —… Share this: Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on X (Opens in new window) X Like this:Like Loading… Read More
Analysis Jenkintown and Act 511: A Missed Opportunity February 11, 2025February 11, 2025 An additional $700,000 in revenue would enable the Borough to maintain its police department at safe and appropriate staffing levels of two officers per shift. Share this: Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on X (Opens in new window) X Like this:Like Loading… Read More