Drew, New Cumberland Borough Councilman

09/09/2026

Good news for folks who like to stay informed: You can now follow New Cumberland Borough for updates on Facebook and Instagram.

We are a place of parks, diverse neighborhoods, and a walkable downtown. Rediscover our riverfront, local arts, and unique dining backed by entrepreneurial spirit and hometown service. We welcome you to explore our uncommon vitality!

09/04/2026

We've been hearing your concerns about speeding and safety on our streets. And too often in the past, the answer has been that there's not much we can do.

We want to change that. We've developed a traffic calming policy that gives the borough a clear process for evaluating problem areas and putting improvements in place.

Council will be considering the policy at our meeting this Wednesday, September 9th at 7pm at Borough Hall.

You can read the full draft here:https://newcumberlandborough.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/2026-09-09-Council-Agenda-w-Attachments.pdf

08/27/2026

The New Cumberland Public Library Board is expanding opportunities for community members to contribute to their mission. Consider serving in one of these roles to help your good ol' local library!

📚 New Cumberland Public Library wants YOU!

Our library is building new opportunities for community involvement through four newly established Board committees:
📈Finance
📣 Communications
🤝 Patronship
🏛 Facilities

These committees will bring together library trustees, staff, and members of our community to collaborate on the work that helps make New Cumberland Public Library an even stronger resource for everyone.

You don’t have to be a library expert to make a difference. Whether you have professional experience, a special skill, a great idea, or simply a passion for your community, we want your voice at the table.

Interested in helping shape the future of your library? Reach out to or stop by the New Cumberland Public Library to learn more about getting involved. And please reach out to me directly, if you have any questions. Thank you! -Mary 💙

08/26/2026

Hear ye! Trick-or-Treating in the Borough of New Cumberland will take place on Thursday, October 29, 2026 from 6-8pm, rain or shine.

Cue the great annual date debate.

08/20/2026

There was a lot of interest, questions, and opinions about the future of the Market Street bridge so I figured I would share the assumed plans for the Lemoyne bottleneck.

The first image is a cross section of what is planned, looking toward the river from Lemoyne. There are expected to be two 8-foot wide shared use paths on either side of the road. Those will be accommodated by reducing a lane of traffic in that direction.

I heard a lot of questions about the Market Street bridge and why there is only one lane coming from the Lemoyne side. This is why.

I know there are concerns about the impact this might have on traffic. But I’m happy to see the improvements to the sides. Having walked and rode my bike this way before, it leaves a lot to be desired and feels like you’re taking your life into your hands if you’re riding on the road.

If you’d like to see more, head to https://www.pa.gov/agencies/penndot/projects-near-you/district-8-projects/lemoyne-bottleneck-improvements and scroll to the resources for more visuals.

08/14/2026

The Market Street Bridge is getting a major rehabilitation starting in 2027, and PennDOT is taking public comment on the plans through September 7.

While it's not in New Cumberland, it's an important connection for the region, and a big piece of the puzzle for making the area easier and safer to navigate on foot or by bike. You might actually consider riding your bike the 2.5 miles to a Senators game one day! Take a look and either attend the open house this Monday or comment online.

Open house Monday, August 17, 6 to 8 p.m., Harrisburg City Government Center, 10 N. 2nd Street. Drop in anytime, no presentation.

Plans and comment form online through September 7: https://www.pa.gov/agencies/penndot/projects-near-you/district-8-projects/market-street-bridge -4eb1adb9b6-item-8d87f2b1db

07/14/2026

Sharing for visibility ⬇️

📢 Your voice matters—and we need it!

Have you ever thought about serving your community or wondered what it takes to be a leader in local government? Now's your chance to hear directly from the women who are making a difference right here in Cumberland County.

Join the American Association of University Women (AAUW) Carlisle Branch and the Cumberland County Commission for Women for "We Need You! Women's Voices in Government" on Saturday, August 22, 2026 from 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m

✨ Refreshments will be provided, and all are welcome!

📅 Please RSVP by August 18th
https://forms.gle/Xkz4J3ej3Rk5wDGW6

Come be inspired, ask questions, and discover how your voice can help shape the future of our community. We hope to see you there!

07/13/2026

Last week I took the short trip down I 83 to Baltimore where the annual Local Progress National Convening was hosted this year.

The National Covening is an annual gathering for Local Progress’ 1,800 progressive, local elected officials can come together to share innovative policy solutions, learn best practices, and support one another.

I learned a lot of lessons I hope to bring back to New Cumberland: I got to tour Baltimore’s bike lane network and the “Big Jump” project to safely get non-motorists to communities on either side of I-83; the googly-eyed Mr. Trash Wheel that helps to keep trash out of the Chesapeake Bay; lessons in collaborative governance; how to use public dollars for public good; how to stop a data center from being built in your community; how to empower more social housing; and met a lot of great people doing work in local municipalities all over the country.

07/07/2026

STORM RELATED INFORMATION AND UPDATES:

Borough staff continue working to clear fallen trees, branches, and other debris. We appreciate your patience as crews continue cleanup efforts. Smaller alleys (those not maintained or snow plowed by the Borough) will not be cleared nor debris removed by the Borough. This is a significant and, in some ways, an unprecedented storm. As a result of the significant damage, cleanup, and ongoing challenges, the Borough has declared a Disaster Emergency.

PPL has provided information that 95% of outages will be restored by 11PM Tuesday, and nearly all power restored by 11PM Wednesday.

Residents are reminded that storm-related branches and other woody yard waste may be placed out for regular scheduled trash collection, provided all materials meet the collection guidelines for size, bundling, and weight. Yard waste should be in biodegradable bags, not plastic. Tree branches or other woody debris should be no longer than 5 feet in length, individual branches should not exceed six inches in diameter, should be bundled with twine, and bundles should not exceed 30 pounds. Debris larger than six inches in diameter, tree stumps, and material not cut to size will not be collected. Yard debris should be placed curbside, in your yard, not in the street. Borough staff will begin street sweeping next week and are not able to collect sticks or other larger debris. Piles placed in the street will not be picked up.

While we expect collection through weekly Penn Waste trash schedules, there is an uncommonly high volume of debris from the storm. It will likely require more than one week for debris to be collected. Contracting with a private company is likely the only option for large volumes of tree branches, downed trees, and other large debris. Consider contacting your homeowner’s insurance for guidance regarding any available coverage if significant cleanup is required or damage occurred to your property.

Residents may also consider taking storm debris to the Lower Allen Township Compost Facility at 1400 St. Johns Rd, Camp Hill, PA 17011. New Cumberland Borough residents will be permitted to drop-off at the Lower Allen facility for a fee ($25 for pickup or small trailer, $100 for small dump truck or dump trailer) until July 17th or until they reach capacity. Payment is per load and must be made at the time of drop-off by cash or check at the facility. Please be prepared to show your ID. Hours for the facility are M-F, 8:00A-1:30P. Saturday (7/11) from 8:00A-1:00P, and extending hours this Tuesday (7/7) and Thursday (7/9) until 7:00P.

Borough staff will continue to access the amount of storm debris throughout the community and continue to evaluate collection alternatives. Thank you for your patience and cooperation as collection cleanup efforts continue in the borough and region as we work to restore normal conditions throughout the community.

Read on the website: https://newcumberlandborough.com/storm-related-information-and-updates/