Norristown is governed by a Municipal Council which consists of seven members representing each of the voting districts in the Municipality. There are four districts and three at large seats. The Council directs the activities of the Municipality through the appointed Municipal Manager, who in turn supervises all departments.
All council members serve four-year terms, and are eligible for reelection twice. On the first Monday of January in each even numbered year, the Municipal Council conducts a reorganization meeting where they elect a President and Vice President of Council. The Council meets the first and third Tuesdays of each month. All members of council are part-time. The agenda is posted here 72 hours prior to the meeting.
Lower Merion Township is a First Class Township located in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, and one of the region’s most vibrant and engaged communities. Founded in 1682 and incorporated as a Township of the First Class in 1900, Lower Merion blends a rich history with forward-thinking local government.
The Township operates under a council-manager form of government and is governed by a 14-member Board of Commissioners elected by ward. The Board sets policy and direction for the Township and appoints a professional Township Manager who oversees day-to-day operations and municipal services.
Through 12 dedicated departments, Lower Merion Township delivers a wide range of essential services to residents, businesses, and visitors. These include police and fire protection, public works, refuse and recycling, parks and recreation, building and planning services, community development, parking services, public information and media, and access to six public libraries.
Spanning nearly 24 square miles and home to more than 58,000 residents, Lower Merion encompasses diverse villages and business districts including Ardmore, Bryn Mawr, Bala Cynwyd, Gladwyne, Wynnewood, and Villanova. The Township maintains over 700 acres of parks, playgrounds, pools, trails, and natural spaces, supporting active, healthy lifestyles year-round.
Lower Merion is nationally recognized for its schools, civic engagement, and quality of life. With strong community participation, numerous boards and commissions, and a commitment to transparency and communication, the Township works every day to be a place where people are proud to live, work, and play.