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The following calendar includes Newtown Township public meetings as well as other events of interest to Newtown Township residents. Click on the event to see the time, location, agenda as well as other details including links to related information about items on the agenda.

Selected Upcoming Meetings

Newtown Township Human Relations Commission

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 * 7:00 pm * Newtown Township Meeting Room* 100 Municipal Drive, Newtown, PA 18940

The Newtown Township Human Relations Commission (NTHRC), which was established by the Anti-Discrimination Ordinance passed by the Board of Supervisors on November 28, 2018. The ordinance specifically prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity, something that is under attack these days.

Official Agenda

Call to Order and Introduction of New Voting Member John Mack
Approval of September 17, 2025 meeting minutes
Election of Chair, Vice Chair and Secretary
Old Business:
- Follow up discussion on improving public accessibility to meetings.
- Continued discussion of outreach to religious organizations, school district and Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission.
- Revisions to HRC informational powerpoint presentation.
New Business: TBD
Public Comment: At the 5 January 2026 BOS meeting, newly appointed member of the HRC John Mack Mack offered public comment thanking the Board for his appointment and emphasized the importance of educating residents about their human rights.
Adjournment

Meet Mack Monday via Zoom

Monday, January 26, 2026 * 7:00 pm * via Zoom * RSVP to Get Login Information

The Agenda

Short PPT Presentation by John Mack - Review of recent Newtown area news/issues followed by discussion. Topics include (subject to change):
Environmental Advisory Council (EAC) Proposed Projects: Partial gas leaf blower ban, solar power initiative, more...
Liberty Centre Proposal: A review of Jim Worthington's comprehensive proposed redevelopment project in Newtown Borough. It replaces the previous owner's Steeple View proposal.
Human Relations Commission: Meeting summary, more...
Recent BOS Decisions: 473 LDR luxury homes land development, pedestrian crossing upgrades, January Bills, more...
BOS Meeting Consent Agenda: Efficiency vs Transparency
Neighbors for Open Government: Update
Preview of Upcoming Public Meetings: Planning Commission, Board of Supervisors
Additional Topics: TBD
Privilege of the Floor – What’s on Your Mind?

RSVP to let me know if you are interested in attending this Zoom meeting. It will take only 1 minute to complete. Also, let me know other issues that should be discussed at this meeting. Upon completion of this form you will have access to the login information. If you cannot attend or miss the meeting, I will send you links to the presentation and discussion. Just fill out the form and include your email address so I know where to send the link to the presentation and discussion archive.

Selected Recent Past Meetings

See the Site Index for a list of ALL past meetings…

Newtown Board of Supervisors Meeting Briefing: January 14, 2026

A quick, reader-friendly recap of the night’s biggest decisions and takeaways — from emergency services facilities to land development and ordinance updates. More details...

A Contentious 2026 BOS Reorganization

The January 5th, 2026 Newtown Township Board of Supervisors reorganization meeting broke the mold. The evening began with unexpected tension, led to a significant leadership shake-up, and culminated in powerful calls for unity and collaboration. It was a meeting that revealed deep divisions but also a clear desire to bridge them. Here are the five most surprising takeaways from a night that set a new course for Newtown..

Selected 2025 Meetings

See the Site Index for a list of ALL past meetings…