Delanco Town Council Celebrates Longtime Clerk’s Retirement Amid Student Involvement and Infrastructure Updates

Overview: The Delanco Town Council meeting on December 1, 2025, centered on the retirement of Janice Lur, the municipal clerk, after 33 years of service, as well as the introduction of newly elected student officials and various infrastructure project updates.

Delanco Town Council Honors Long-Serving Clerk, Janice Lur, as She Retires After 33 Years

Overview: The Delanco Town Council meeting on December 1st was marked by a tribute to Janice Lur, the retiring municipal clerk, who was honored for her 33 years of service to the township. The council also addressed other matters, including a tabled library agreement and the introduction of newly elected student leaders assuming symbolic roles in the council.

Delanco Faces Library Hour Controversy Amid Safety and Access Concerns

Overview: The recent Delanco Town Council meeting was dominated by a debate over proposed changes to the Delanco Library’s operating hours, driven by safety concerns and compliance with state regulations. The meeting saw significant participation from community members who voiced their concerns over the library’s future, its operational autonomy, and its vital role in the community.

Delanco Grapples with Library Hours Amid Security Concerns and Community Needs

Overview: In a recent Delanco Township Committee meeting, the complex relationship between the township’s public library and local school district dominated the discussion. The library, housed within the Pearson School, faces potential changes to its operational hours due to heightened security measures and concerns from both the township and school board.

Delanco Township Secures $95,000 Grant for ADA-Compliant Infrastructure Improvements

Overview: In the recent Delanco Township Committee meeting, the most notable development was the acceptance of a $95,000 grant from the Community Development Block Grant program. This funding is earmarked for the installation of 22 ADA-compliant curbs and sidewalks, addressing a portion of the town’s backlog of 35 needed installations. The grant acceptance was met with enthusiasm as committee members acknowledged the importance of these improvements for enhancing accessibility in the community. Concerns were raised about the potential discontinuation of such grants.