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Last discussed Sep 2, 2026.

Public comments (16)

ConcernedDonald MooreSep 2, 2026

Raised concerns regarding property boundaries and ownership history regarding land adjacent to the proposed subdivision.

Planning Commission (Regular) - Sep 2, 2026 · 1:17:15 →
MixedKaren McCullochSep 2, 2026

Expressed support for stronger environmental protections and warehouse regulations while raising questions about public transparency.

Planning Commission (Regular) - Sep 2, 2026 · 2:45:10 →
NeutralOwen LeVan EulerAug 26, 2026

Asked whether the data center resolution carried actual legal weight or was purely rhetorical.

City Council - Aug 26, 2026 · 1:36:39 →
ConcernedBrett WeberJul 1, 2026

Spoke as an architect and Preservation Easton member urging better context evaluation, street elevation reviews, and active ground-floor frontages.

Planning Commission (Regular) - Jul 1, 2026 · 1:34:19 →
ConcernedGary KeyakJul 1, 2026

Asked follow-up questions about stormwater runoff, drainage, and water pooling near their driveway.

Planning Commission (Regular) - Jul 1, 2026 · 1:27:56 →
NeutralQuentin MayfieldJul 1, 2026

Asked about traffic-calming measures, road widening, and property value impacts as a school bus driver.

Planning Commission (Regular) - Jul 1, 2026 · 1:06:14 →
ConcernedGary KeyakJul 1, 2026

Raised concerns about construction proximity to their historic driveway, speed limits on Bushkill Drive, privacy, lighting, and noise.

Planning Commission (Regular) - Jul 1, 2026 · 1:27:41 →
MixedYasmeen HaddadJul 1, 2026

Asked about pedestrian crosswalks, sidewalks, and whether modern architecture fits Easton's historic character.

Planning Commission (Regular) - Jul 1, 2026 · 1:02:02 →
ConcernedUnidentified ResidentApr 15, 2026

Shared childhood memories of historical flooding and drainage issues in the ditch behind the Centre Street property.

Planning Commission (Regular) - Apr 15, 2026 · 51:45 →
ConcernedRussell SimmonsApr 15, 2026

Expressed neighbor concerns regarding sidewalk maintenance responsibilities and property boundaries along Berwick Street.

Planning Commission (Regular) - Apr 15, 2026 · 23:18 →
NeutralTyler MyersJan 15, 2026

Asked a procedural question on behalf of objectors regarding closing remarks for the hearing.

Zoning Hearing Board - Jan 15, 2026 · 1:18:46 →
ConcernedBruce McCutcheonJan 15, 2026

Questioned who would bear financial responsibility if the engineered floodplain modeling fails and catastrophic flooding occurs.

Zoning Hearing Board - Jan 15, 2026 · 1:14:57 →
OpposedJen Zando-DennisJan 15, 2026

Speaking on behalf of the Carl Sterner Arts Trail Board, urged the board to reject the special exception to protect community green space and environmental resources.

Zoning Hearing Board - Jan 15, 2026 · 2:07:01 →
ConcernedGreg T. MeyerJan 15, 2026

Expressed concerns about historical flooding in the area, dam removals on the Bushkill Creek, and local industrial safety issues related to nearby facilities.

Zoning Hearing Board - Jan 15, 2026 · 1:09:58 →
ConcernedRyan GildwrightJan 14, 2026

A downtown property owner and resident highlighted the strict historic preservation rules applied to small homeowners compared to large developers.

City Council - Jan 14, 2026 · 1:31:01 →
ConcernedBrett WeberJan 14, 2026

An architect and resident spoke about the need for comprehensive park planning, protecting public sidewalks from private encroachments, and maintaining architectural standards.

City Council - Jan 14, 2026 · 1:13:56 →

News & external sources (10)

Google NewsMar 25, 2026

Court date set for lawsuit filed by developer of proposed Wood Avenue warehouse - WFMZ.com

Court date set for lawsuit filed by developer of proposed Wood Avenue warehouse WFMZ.com

CoStarMar 25, 2026

News | New apartments turn aging parking structure into $1 million boost for Easton, Pennsylvania

News | New apartments turn aging parking structure into $1 million boost for Easton, Pennsylvania CoStar

LehighValleyLive.comJan 23, 2026

Easton Highline: Old railroad trestle and line to become elevated trail

Easton Highline: Old railroad trestle and line to become elevated trail LehighValleyLive.com

Lehigh Valley Economic DevelopmentNov 18, 2025

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Google NewsApr 23, 2025

Easton City Council OKs demolition, rebuild of McDonald's - WFMZ.com

Easton City Council OKs demolition, rebuild of McDonald's WFMZ.com

Google NewsDec 20, 2024

Easton residents denounce plans for massive warehouse at old Pfizer plant near residential area - The Morning Call

Easton residents denounce plans for massive warehouse at old Pfizer plant near residential area The Morning Call

Google NewsOct 9, 2024

Easton OKs $1.5M deal to sell former Iron and Metal site for redevelopment - WFMZ.com

Easton OKs $1.5M deal to sell former Iron and Metal site for redevelopment WFMZ.com

Google NewsFeb 22, 2023

Easton City Council advances proposed Centre Square hotel - WFMZ.com

Easton City Council advances proposed Centre Square hotel WFMZ.com

Google NewsNov 23, 2022

Easton council backs 7-story hotel for Centre Square. Here’s what’s next for plan. - LehighValleyLive.com

Easton council backs 7-story hotel for Centre Square. Here’s what’s next for plan. LehighValleyLive.com

Google NewsSep 28, 2022

Proposed Dutchtown apartments in Easton move another step forward - WFMZ.com

Proposed Dutchtown apartments in Easton move another step forward WFMZ.com