This Request for Proposals (RFP) involves the acquisition and redevelopment of 3.4± acres of vacant land situated along Chestnut and Elm Streets in Bristol Borough, Bucks County, PA. Formerly occupied by rowhouse-style dwellings (circa 1910), the structures have since been demolished. The Redevelopment Authority is now seeking proposals from qualified developers for the purchase and construction of a redevelopment project consistent with the goals and objectives of Bristol Borough. The redevelopment of owner-occupied residential housing, in compliance with the Borough's zoning requirements, is a priority objective. The Redevelopment Authority may, in its sole discretion, consider proposals that are anchored by owner-occupied residential housing, proposals that incorporate compatible non-residential or mixed-use components, or proposals that comply with applicable zoning and land use approvals and demonstrably support neighborhood revitalization, civic purposes, and/or economic development objectives.
Proposals must be submitted by 12:00 P.M. on March 13, 2026
The HELP Center, a part of the United Way of Bucks County, has complied a schedule and directory of food pantries in Lower Bucks County.
The list was last updated October 16, 2025
Beginning this week, PECO will be commencing the site remediation work at its former Manufactured Gas Plant (MGP) location on Linden St. Site remediation activities will consist of tree clearing, soil excavation and import, and landscape restoration within the vegetated drainage channel located in the area of Howell Street, Green Street, Linden Street, Mifflin Street and Maple Street. All work is to be conducted by PECO's contractor, and the project is anticipated to be completed in Spring 2026.
Your sewer account will transition to BCWSA's current rate structure and monthly billing cycle effective January 1, 2026.
This follows the terms of the 2022 Bristol Borough-BCWSA acquisition agreement.
Please visit https://www.bcwsa.net/ for details and any questions you might have about the new billing.Pennsylvania has numerous laws that regulate the use of low-speed vehicles, including:
Inappropriate use of these vehicles puts everyone at risk.
Please consult the included flyer to learn the restrictions placed on these vehicles. Be vigilent and stay safe.
Steve Santarsiero has announced a partnership with the Bucks County Treasurer's office to issue annual dog licenses and renewals in his Newtown District Office.
Stop in Monday-Friday from 9am-5pm to renew your annual dog license or to get a new license. Please bring a check, made payable to Bucks County Treasurer. Regular annual licenses cost $8.70 and Senior/Disabled licenses cost $6.70.
All dogs are required to be licensed and many dog parks and boarding facilities require up-to-date licenses.
Visit the Bucks County Treasurer's Office for additional information on dog licenses.
March 9, 2026
7:00 p.m.
Borough Hall
250 Pond Street, Bristol, PA
