Council President

Benjamin Hover, President

Term: January 6, 2020, to January 1, 2024
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"I have lived in Lansdowne for over 15 years. Since moving here, my family and I have enjoyed the friendly neighborhoods and dedication of the many residents who volunteer to maintain the civic pride and spirit of Lansdowne in the Borough." 

Benjamin Hover previously served a two-year term on the council and on January 6th of 2020 took his place as council president and will serve a four-year term ending in 2024. As well as serving as council president, Benjamin also chairs the Economic Development & Code Enforcement, is a member of the Technology Committee, and the Inclusionary Committee. 

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    The Borough of Lansdowne supports the rights of workers to organize into collective bargaining units and expresses its approval and support for the PRO Act. Read on...

  2. September 16, 2021: Letter from Council President, Benjamin Hover

    Council President Benjamin Hover discusses Council meetings, an update on the Gateway slope project and Borough events. Read on...

  3. Nhaomi Lartey, Lansdowne Borough Junior Council Person, Featured in PA Borough News Magazine

    Nhaomi Lartey, Lansdowne Borough Junior Council Person, is featured in the September issue of the Pennsylvania Borough News Magazine Read on...

  4. August 19, 2021: Letter from Council President, Benjamin Hover

    Council President Benjamin Hover discusses economic development, bike facilities and upcoming special events in August and September in the borough. Read on...

  5. Borough Council Summer Meeting Schedule

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