PRESENT – President Bollendorf, Vice President Reichner, Councilman A’Harrah, Councilwoman Jacobus, Councilman Myers, Councilwoman Shay, Councilwoman Hendrickson, Manager Hegele, Assistant Secretary Derenzis, Chief Ruegg, Fire Marshal Valesky, Fire Company President Brown, Solicitor Geiser, Engineer Goff, Treasurer Smith, and Library Borough Representative Johnson were present.

ABSENT –Vice President Reichner, Councilwoman Jacobus, and Mayor Schultz were excused.

CALL TO ORDER – President Bollendorf called the July 15, 2024, Committee Meeting to order at 7:00 P.M.

INVOCATION – President Bollendorf gave the invocation.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Chief Ruegg led the Pledge of Allegiance.

RECOGNITION OF FORMER COUNCILWOMAN MCMENAMIN – Former Councilwoman McMenamin was not in attendance. This was moved to the August 19, 2024, Committee Meeting Agenda.

RECOGNITION OF FORMER PLANNING COMMISSION CHAIR, KRIS MCMENAMIN – Former Planning Commission Chaiman Kris McMenamin was not in attendance. This was moved to the August 19, 2024, Committee Meeting Agenda.

MEETING NOTES –

President Bollendorf announced that Council held an Executive Session on July 10, 2024, to discuss a legal and personnel matter. President Bollendorf reviewed the Public Comment Policy on the back of the agenda with regards to addressing Council and time allotment.

PUBLIC COMMENT – There was no public comment.

NEW BUSINESS

1) Public Safety Committee

ENTERPRISE FIRE COMPANY EXPENDITURE LIST – Councilwoman Jacobus stated Included in your packets is the Enterprise Fire Company Expenditure List for the month of June 2024 in the amount of $ 3,943.54. This item has been moved to the July 15, Council Meeting Agenda for consideration.

FIRE INSPECTION ORDINANCE AMENDMENT – Councilwoman Jacobus stated in recent years, there has been some confusion amongst businesses and property owners as to who is responsible for paying fees for the Borough’s annual Fire Marshal Inspections. The language in the current ordinance is very vague relating to responsibility which makes it difficult for the Borough to issue citations for non-payment of fees. Fire Marshal Valesky would like to create an amendment to the Fire Inspection Ordinance that includes the following: a. Establishes an inspection program including i. Timeframe for inspections (must be completed within 365 days per year) ii. Criteria for inspections (and inclusion of the option for the Fire Marshal to add additional requirements unique to business type and as a result of Fire Code regulation
changes/amendments.) iii. Requirement to display license similar to the requirement to display the business License. b. Specific requirements for payments (including who is directly responsible for payment of the fees, when fees must be made following the inspection, and including a clause that Borough Council has the authority to amend fees as necessary under the fee schedule) c. Penalties for non-compliance (this would include citations, list specific fines associated with non-payment, failure to pass inspection, etc.) We are requesting Borough Council to authorize staff and Solicitor Geiser to begin 2 drafting an amendment to the Fire Inspection Ordinance that incorporates the above items. This will greatly help streamline the process of the inspection program and assist staff with obtaining delinquent payments for inspections conducted. This item has been moved to the July 15, Council Meeting Agenda for consideration.

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT MUTUAL AID AGREEMENT – Councilwoman Jacobus stated included in your packet is a copy of the Emergency Management Mutual Aid Agreement and a Memo from Fire Marshal Valesky recommending the Borough enter into the Mutual Aid Agreement. This item has been moved to the July 15, Council Meeting Agenda for consideration.

2) Finance/Grants Committee

UNION LIBRARY EXPENDITURE LIST – Vice President Reichner stated Included in your packets is a copy of the Union Library Expenditure List for the month of July 2024 in the amount of $ 23,232.00. This item has been moved to the July 15, 2024, Council Meeting Agenda for consideration.

3) Community Outreach & Events Committee

UPCOMING EVENTS – Councilman A ‘Harrah announced the upcoming events.

NEW BUSINESSES – There were no new businesses.

FRIENDS OF CRESSBROOK UPDATE – Councilman A ‘Harrah stated the Friends of Cressbrook met July 2, 2024, and discussed bylaw changes, fundraising, grant opportunities and building repairs.

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BRUCKNER FAMILY EVENT REQUEST – Councilman A ‘Harrah stated included in your packets is a special event request for the Chamber for a fundraiser for the Bruckner family who lost their home and entire contents in a fire. This item has been moved to the July 15, 2024, Council Meeting Agenda for consideration.

REPRESENTATIVE GUENST ICE CREAM SOCIAL EVENT REQUEST – Councilman A ‘Harrah stated included in your packets is an event request from State Representative Nancy Guenst for an end of summer ice cream social. This item has been moved to the July 15, 2024, Council Meeting Agenda for consideration.

EARTH DAY 2025 SPECIAL EVENT REQUEST – Councilman A ‘Harrah stated the EAC has submitted a Special Event Request for their 2025 Earth Day event. They would like to hold the event on April 12, 2024, at Pennypack. A copy of the Special Event Request is in your packet for review. This item has been moved to the July 15, 2024, Council Meeting Agenda for consideration.

4) Public Works Committee

SALE OF AIR COMPRESSOR – Councilwoman Shay stated earlier in 2024, Borough Council authorized the sale of an air compressor and an old pickup truck on Municibid. The Air Compressor, which does not function, sold with a winning bid of $421.00. In accordance with this winning bid, the staff is requesting Council authorize the official sale of this item in the amount of $421.00. This item has been moved to the July 15, 2024, Council Meeting Agenda for consideration. Staff will work on relisting the pickup truck in an attempt to attract a buyer and will keep Council updated.

5) Environmental Affairs and Parks

EAC UPDATE – Councilwoman Hendrickson stated the EAC met on Monday, July 1, 2024, and discussed multiple items including educational opportunities for residents, event signs, the 2025 Earth Day event, and the Community Choice Aggregate Program. The EAC will be meeting on Monday, August 5, 2024, at 7:00 PM.

SHARED MANAGER PROGRAM UPDATE – Councilwoman Hendrickson stated Manager Hegele and Assistant Secretary Derenzis continue to meet with Wilson Engineering for the Shared Energy Manager Program. The most recent meeting covered information on Electric Vehicle Charging for the Borough. Wilson Engineering is working on reviewing the Borough’s current parking ordinance to propose amendments to incorporate locations where EV charging is permissible, incentivize the installation for property owners, and regulate parking spaces containing Chargers. Staff provided Wilson Engineering with the completed fleet study information in May, and they will review the fleet study and provide a
guideline for vehicles that may be good candidates for electric replacements in the future.

PENNYPACK COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE – Councilwoman Hendrickson stated Representatives from the County will give a presentation at the August 19, 2024, meeting to discuss the Pennypack Comprehensive Plan.

COMMUNITY CHOICE AGGREGATE SUPPORT LETTER – Councilwoman Hendrickson stated included in your packet is a letter from the PA Public Utility Commission Chairman Steven DeFrank asking for support from the Borough of Hatboro and other municipalities to implement Community Choice Aggregation and Council will need to authorize the signature of this letter of support. This item has been moved to the July 15, 2024, Council Meeting Agenda for consideration.

HERITAGE TREE ORDINANCE DISCUSSION – Councilwoman Hendrickson stated in recent months, some property owners have removed very mature trees due to hazardous limbs. The Borough currently does not have a heritage tree ordinance that protects and prohibits the removal of mature (heritage) trees. This ordinance would mostly cover trees that are not protected by the Borough’s Shade Tree Ordinance. The Borough does try to save trees where possible utilizing a subsection of the Borough’s Zoning Code; however, if a property owner has foliage on their property that meets the minimum requirement of the zoning, the Borough cannot prevent the removal of mature trees. This ordinance was previously discussed by the EAC in 2020/2021 when the Commission was initially created; however, it was never finalized
for Council review. In order to protect the character of neighborhoods, staff are requesting that Council authorize staff to begin revisiting this ordinance and finish preparing a draft for review. Council will need to authorize Solicitor Geiser and Borough Staff to begin drafting a Heritage Tree Ordinance. President Bollendorf stated that he heard some residents were concerned because it’s private property and
Councilwoman Shay stated that she didn’t feel comfortable telling someone what to do on their private property. Councilman A’Harrah asked if there was a certain language that could be use for certain exceptions because he feels preserving Heritage trees would be beneficial and Councilman Myers stated that it isn’t for all trees but depends on the age of the tree. Manger Hegele stated that there is already language in one of the ordinances that states if a tree causes property damage it can be removed. Manager Hegele also stated that the draft in Council’s packet is one a former Councilperson came up with and that this Council can polish up the language and suggested the Shade Tree Commission and EAC review as well. Solicitor Geiser stated there could be a review process as well for it. President Bollendorf asked Councilwoman Hendrickson and Councilman Myers to work on with the Shade Tree Commission and EAC and present to the public to get good feedback. This item has been moved to the July 15, 2024, Council Meeting Agenda for consideration.

6) Administration Committee

MEETING ANNOUNCEMETS – Councilman Myers stated the following public meetings are scheduled for next month and the public is encouraged to attend. Please note, all public meetings will be held in the Council Room at the Loller Building and will begin at 7:00 P.M.: o Shade Tree Commission – The Shade Tree Commission will meet Wednesday, July 17, 2024. o EAC – The EAC will meet Monday, August 5, 2024. o Historical Commission – The Historical Commission does not meet in August. Their next meeting will be September 3, 2024. o Planning Commission – The Planning Commission will meet Tuesday, August 13, 2024. With the resignation of two members and the appointment of two new ones, the PC will reorganize to vote on a new Chair and Vice Chair. The topic of discussion will be the zoning rewrite and the public is
strongly encouraged to attend. o Zoning Hearing Board – The Zoning Hearing Board of the Borough of Hatboro will hold a public hearing on Wednesday August 14, 2024. o Borough Council: Borough Council will meet Monday, August 19, 2024, for a combined Committee and Council Meeting.

LAND DEVELOPMENT UPDATE – Councilman Myers stated Land Development updates are as follows: CVS Property: All permits have been issued and development has begun. The developer is working on the foundation and will be moving to the second phase of construction sometime in August. 21-23 & 37 N. York Road (Canalley Property): The project located at 21- 23 and 37 N. York Road was issued preliminary and final land development and 2 conditional use approvals on March 25, 2024. The developer is still working on the next steps of filing agreements, posting financial security, permit applications, etcetera. We will keep everyone updated as it progresses. Victorian Village: They were issued their permits for the new construction of building D so expect to see activity in the area. 100 Meadowbrook: The property at 100 Meadowbrook Ave. was issued preliminary/final land development approvals from Borough Council in June 2024. The next step in this process will be to finalize the necessary agreements with the Borough Solicitor’s Office. 104 W. Lehman Avenue: The property at 100 Meadowbrook Ave. was issued preliminary/final subdivision approvals from Borough Council in June 2024. The next step in this process will be to finalize the necessary agreements with the Borough Solicitor’s Office. 2-4 Home Road: The applicant for the 2-4 Home Road Project is working on finalizing the financial security agreement for this development. 410 N. York Road: The applicant for the 410 N. York Road project is still working with their planner to make amendments to their land development application. Once an updated application is
received, this will be passed back to the planning commission for review. Gamburg’s: We will continue to keep everyone updated regarding the sale and proposed use of the property when the time comes.

ZONING REWRITE UPDATE – Councilman Myers stated the County presented the zoning rewrite to the Planning Commission members at the June 11, 2024, Planning Commission meeting. The County will come back to the August 13, 2024, Planning Commission meeting to continue the presentation and discussion. The public is strongly encouraged to attend these meetings and anyone who is not able to attend can get updates from the website that was created on myhatboro.org and any feedback can be emailed to Manager Hegele at dhegele@myhatboro.org and she will present to the PC at the meeting during Public Comment.

STRAWBERRY NAILS PARKING EASEMENT – Councilman Myers stated Included in your packet is the Strawberry Nails Parking Easement which permits the use of certain parking spaces within the Moreland and Orchard lot to be used as Strawberry Nails Overflow parking. This agreement is in accordance with the parking easement from the 1980s which impacts the CVS property (Milliner Lofts), Strawberry Nails, and the Borough Shoppers Lot. This agreement has been prepared using data from Planner Kennedy, Solicitor Geiser, and Strawberry Nails’ attorney. If applicable, Council will need to approve this parking easement which has been signed by the property owner. If the agreement is approved, the Borough will sign the agreement and coordinate with Strawberry Nails on the new parking regulations. This item has
been moved to the July 15, 2024, Council Meeting Agenda for consideration.

RENTAL INSPECTION ORDINANCE AMENDMENT – Councilman Myers stated as you are aware, there was a recent building fire that took place in town that displaced tenants from their apartments. None of the tenants that were displaced had renters’ insurance of any kind, which caused issues for the residents both when relocating and with replacement of belongings. In addition to this issue, the Building Code official noted that the Borough may want to shorten the inspection timeframe for rental units to less than 3 years. Fire Marshal Valesky began researching rental ordinances in other municipalities and determined that a lot of other towns require tenants to submit proof of their renter’s insurance policy at the time of inspection or when the rentals are registered with the Borough. As a result, she is recommending that
Borough Council authorize staff to prepare an amendment to the rental ordinance to require the renter’s insurance policy. This would help ensure that renters throughout the Borough are covered in the event of emergency. If council desires, staff can also look into shortening the inspection timeframe to a time period less than 3 years. This would allow the Borough to inspect the units more frequently and mitigate any hazards that arise (with the most common elements being emergency lighting, smoke/carbon monoxide detectors, etc.) If applicable, Council will need to authorize Solicitor Geiser and Borough staff to begin drafting an amendment to the Borough’s Rental inspection Ordinance. This item has been moved to the July 15, 2024, Council Meeting Agenda for consideration.

ENGINEER APPOINTMENT – Councilman Myers stated Council will need to appoint Gilmore and Associates to the position of Borough Engineer. This item has been moved to the July 15, 2024, Council Meeting Agenda for consideration.

OLD BUSINESS AND UPDATES – There was no old business or updates.

PUBLIC COMMENT –
Amy Haigler, 560 N. York Road, stated she doesn’t think that the Borough is ready for the Heritage Tree Ordinance and should wait until the Borough knows exactly what they want and questions how private property will be enforced. She also stated that she thinks we should encourage more trees to be planted which will not cause problems later on in the future. (example – don’t plant trees that will grow so large)
Gary Blickley, 46 Harding Avenue, stated that regarding the Heritage Tree Ordinance, he doesn’t think it is a good idea to regulate private property. Mr. Blickley asked why the County was giving a presentation on the Pennypack plan and Councilman Myers stated that the County helped the Committee bring forward the plans and is helping give the presentation.

ADJOURNMENT – President Bollendorf adjourned the July 15, 2024, Committee Meeting at 7:31 P.M.

COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA

CALL TO ORDER – President Bollendorf called the July 15, 2024, Council Meeting to order at 7:31 P.M.

MEETING NOTES – President Bollendorf reviewed the Public Comment Policy on the back of the agenda with regards to addressing Council and time allotment.

PUBLIC COMMENT – There was no public comment.

MAYOR’S REPORT – There was no report this evening.
OFFICER’S REPORTS –

PRESIDENT’S REPORT – President Bollendorf stated the Borough respectfully severed ties with RVE and thanked them for their service for the last 6 years and tonight Council will appoint Gilmore & Associates as the Borough Engineer. President Bollendorf stated it is very hot out so be careful with kids and pets and thanked our Public Works department for all they do especially in the heat.

TREASURER’S REPORT – Treasurer Smith stated that the balance in all accounts for the period ending June 2024 is $ $3,526,162.01 with interest earned in the amount of $ $6,190.24.

SOLICITOR’S REPORT – Solicitor Geiser stated she attended the ZHB hearing regarding Auto Driveway at 330 S. Warminster Road, and they did not rule. Solicitor Geiser stated later this week she has a ZHB hearing for 26 Horsham Road regarding a resident who wants to do work on his property which is located in the floodplain. Solicitor Geiser stated she has been addressing routine matters with the Borough Manager and staff.

ENGINEER’S REPORT – Manager Hegele stated welcome to our new engineer Karen MacNair from Gilmore. Gilmore has been the Borough engineer previously and is very familiar with Hatboro and she has worked with Karen previously and will be spending some time with her and getting her up to speed on projects and transitioning and doubts there will be any issues at all. Welcome Karen, we are looking forward to working with you. Manager Hegele stated a decision was made to delay the 2024 road paving project as time is ticking away, and we are getting closer to not meeting paving deadlines and while she cannot predict the weather, typically paving stops mid to the end of October. She stated it has always been her desire to pave in the summer when there is less traffic, no school buses and gives us ample time to prepare and bid and the money that we were planning on using can be saved for 2025 and we should have more than enough funds to do more streets or those streets that we have discussed over the years that needed curb work.

MANAGER’S REPORT – Manager Hegele stated that she met with the county Intergovernmental Affairs Office today to go over logistics for having a county commissioner meeting in Hatboro. The commissioners have taken their meetings on the road in an effort to get out in each of the municipalities they represent, and the Borough thought it would be a great opportunity to host a meeting. Logistics Penny pack works for space and parking, IT may be an issue. Our next meeting will be with their IT department. It was a great connection today, this is a new office created by the county and we talked about the county being more visible in Hatboro for our residents, business owners and government.
Keeping with the county, I was notified earlier this month that the Pennypack Plan has been delayed. The initial presentation was supposed to be tonight. Due to a staffing matter at the county, they asked if we could delay the presentation until August. This will be on the agenda in August and the PP committee was notified. Manager Hegele stated for the Miller Meadow Mug wort Removal that the contractor was out and put down the first application, the area will need a second application but that will not be for a couple of weeks as the contractor needs to give some time to assess efficacy of the first application and allow any new growth to push prior to treating again. We will put up a notice when this occurs. We are going to continue to keep the snow fence around the area while this process plays out. We do not have the staff to take it down and put it up each time. I have requested copies of the MDS sheets, so we have them on file. Manager Hegele stated it was Insurance company annual visit and they came out and toured our facilities and parks, I am waiting for the final report of findings, overall, the preliminary findings are we are in good shape with all our facilities, our parks and our policies and procedures. It was a good visit that lasted most of the day. Our insurance company is very thorough and always has many ideas to share with us on ways we can improve, incentives for our staff, great safety tips and ideas for the Borough. Manager Hegele stated she attended the EAC meeting, and they are planning some informative classes home composting (Wednesday, Aug 7, 7:00 pm, Pennypack Library) and 2. Birding (Monday, August 12, 7:00 pm, Pennypack Library) Manager Hegele stated the Container Gardening workshop is going to be cancelled because Victorian Village is not able to manage it right now. Manager Hegele stated the electronic newsletter is back out again to the public, if you have not signed up, please visit our website. This is one of the many ways you can get information from the borough. Manager Hegele stated the Savvy Citizen will be launching soon, this is new to Hatboro and has been discussed at the prior meeting.

STAFF REPORTS –

POLICE – Chief Ruegg stated Officer Suder completed his field training and was assigned to squad B.
Chief Ruegg stated that Officer Woods moved into the Detective position today and will work alongside Detective Sgt. Dilks.
Chief Ruegg stated Officers McMahon, Woods, and Figuroa completed the second part of a two-part investigative school.
Chief Ruegg stated that in June the department completed phase 2 of 3 for their yearly Firearms training.
Chief Ruegg stated they ordered a couple of mobile printers which will help with the cost of printing tickets.
Chief Ruegg stated they have updated their 2024 accreditation requirements.
Chief Ruegg stated they are hiring a crossing guard which should be filled by the end of the week.
Chief Ruegg stated they will be hiring for the position for a Police Officer and the date is TBD regarding the test.

TAX COLLECTIONS – The tax collectors’ report was submitted electronically.

PUBLIC WORKS – Manager Hegele stated boy it is hot out and the guys are doing well given the temperatures and the work and our insurance company has sent out tips to watch for heat related illness and how to prevent and this was shared with our staff. She also stated we would love to let them start their day earlier, but 4 days a week is trash collection and that makes noise, we cannot violate the noise ordinance, so the guy’s head out and are ready to pick up the trash right at the start of the approved time. Manager Hegele stated the Shade Tree Commission issued a permit for a diseased tree to be removed in Eaton Park and this was handled last Wednesday. Manager Hegerle stated the recycling trucks are dealing with some temporary interruptions to service at the recycling center where we dispose as the Center is doing some planned updates to the facility. Manager Hegele stated PW will be appearing at NNO with a recycling truck and some educational materials. Manager Hegele stated just a reminder to residents, if you see a streetlight out, please send an email or call Borough Hall as during this time of the year PW staff is working during daylight hours and do not see the lights when they are out. Manager Hegele stated they continue to work at the pool daily to ensure there are no issues and the pool is getting a workout this year with the heat, and we are working with pool management to ensure there are no issues with the increased bather load.

DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT – There was no report this evening.

FIRE MARSHAL – Fire Marshal Valesky stated 9 Use and Occupancy Inspections, 1 reinspection, responded to 13 fire calls, 1 investigation, and 8 rental inspections. Fire Marshal Valesky stated for the month of June she completed the following, 8 work without permits, 2 unregistered rentals, 1 unregistered business, 5 overgrowths, 5 fire and safety, and 2 miscellaneous complaints. Fire Marshal Valesky stated that we are currently working on some problem properties within the Borough and are following the necessary legal channels by sending notices first prior to exploring our next options. If you have an issue with a specific property in the Borough, please reach out and residents are reminded that permits are required for different types of work and if you aren’t sure if you need a permit, please call or stop down to the office to check as work completed without permits is subject to double fees, including dumpsters with no permits. She continues to find jobs throughout town, including roofs and driveways, being completed without permits and it is the property owner’s responsibility to ensure the proper permits are obtained.
Fire Marshal Valesky stated June fire calls included: multiple electrical fires, two elevator rescues, three field fires, and a commercial building fire. A reminder that residents should try to keep branches and brush cut back from power lines and reach out to PECO if you have any concerns about trees near lines. To all the smokers out there, please be mindful, especially in dry conditions, that your cigarettes are completely out before disposing of them. If possible, try to dispose of it in the proper containers because we also had a commercial building fire at 132 S. York Road, which was determined to be an accidental fire caused by careless smoking. Currently, the dentist office and apartments above remain closed while the property owner works on the next steps. She also stated there was a dumpster fire on the night of July 4th, which was caused by firework trash put in a dumpster. The Borough is pleased to work with the Red Cross to offer free smoke alarm installations and any resident needing detectors should reach out to the office. Fire Marshal Valesky stated we have now handed out over 200 pet safety stickers and those will continue to be available at Borough Hall. Fire Marshal Valesky stated we continue to see excessive heat in the area with that expected to continue through the rest of July and into August. A few tips related to the heat: If you are outside, try to find shade. Drink plenty of fluids and stay hydrated. Avoid high-energy activities and working outside when possible. Wear loose, light-fitting clothing. Have a plan in place should you lose power during the heat. Check on your neighbors, especially younger and elderly populations. My safety message for July is to use chimneys, outdoor fireplaces, and fire pits outdoors and at least 10 feet away from your home or anything that can burn. Residents are reminded that my contact information is listed on our webpage, or you can call down to Borough Hall to get my email and phone
number if anyone has any questions, issues, or concerns.

FIRE COMPANY REPORT – President Brown stated for the month of June 2024 the Fire Company responded to a total of 30 calls and 17 were in Hatboro. He stated they also had 3 weekly drills, 1 body meeting, and 5 overnight duty crews. He also stated the Fire Police responded to 19 calls. President Brown stated the Fire Company voted in 6 new members into their regular membership and had 25 fire fighters at their monthly meeting. President Brown stated for the month of June, the Fire Company participated in the following: John Kulick Bridge Dedication, Pancake palooza, Fire Prevention & Safety at KinderCare, and the Fire Company, SARS, Hatboro PD, HAT Packs, and Horsham Acme held their 1st Annual Fill the Truck event to help and replenish the HAT Packs pantry which was a huge success.
President Brown stated with nice weather around the corner, the members have begun doing various drills and training throughout the Borough. President Brown stated the Fire Company is always looking for new members and anyone interested can learn about them on their website or Facebook page.

SECOND ALARMERS REPORT – Chief Davidson stated SARS participated in the Fill a truck event for HAT packs. Chief Davidson stated SARS responded to 212 calls in Hatboro. Chief Davidson stated SARS and ither area EMS agencies observed EMS week May 19th through the 26th with several events throughout the area and thanked everyone who provided recognition to their providers during the week. Chief Davidson stated SARS hosted as TECC class at the Abington Township Public Safety Training Center which teaches emergency responders how to operate in hazardous or dangerous situations such as an active threat, hazardous material incident, or other similar conditions where patients require treatment in area with safety concerns. Chief Davidson stated SARS 7th EMS class began on Tuesday June 25th with 18 students enrolled and this 16-week program prepares students to sit for both state and national certification. Chief Davidson stated the first mailing for SARS 20214-2025 fund drive mailing went out the last week in May and so far, SARS has received $ 17,635.00 in subscriptions from UM residents and $ 2,435.00 in additional donations and SARS responds to all calls whether you are a subscriber or not. He also stated that there is a fee for service if you are treated by SARS which is billed to the patient’s insurance company and if you are a subscriber, they will write of any out-of-pocket expenses and for non-subscribers it is their responsibility to pay.

UNION LIBRARY REPORT – Representative Kennedy stated since July 1st the Library issued 62 new library cards, ordered and received 220 new books 120 of which were funded by the Borough, held 33 programs, and 2,540 books, DVDs etcetera have been checked out of the building. Representative Kennedy announced happenings such as the Triple L Concert Serirs, Toddler Yoga, Rocket camp, summer reading,
and stated they receive 10 new volunteer applications and 2 new shareholder interests. Representative Kennedy stated they have begun working with an architect on a grant funded project which will include enclosing the vestibule/porch, adding a new walkway, new book drop, and updated back stairway. She stated the project is funded by two grants which are the Montco Recovery Grant and Keystone Grant.
Representative Kennedy announced the upcoming programs.

ORDER OF BUSINESS AND VOTING ITEMS

ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF REPORTS – Councilman A’Harrah made a motion to acknowledge the receipt of Public Works, Fire Marshal, Tax Collectors, Treasurer’s Reports, Shade Tree Commission Minutes, EAC Minutes, and UMHJSA Minutes. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Shay, motion carried 5-0.

APPROVAL OF WARRANT LIST, PAYMENT OF BILLS, MANUAL CHECKS AND TRANSFERS – Councilwoman Shay made a motion to approve Warrant List, Payment of Bills, Manual Checks, and Transfers for the month of June 2024. Motion was seconded by Councilman Myers, all ayes. Motion carried 5-0.

JUNE 17, COMMITTEE/COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES – Councilman A’Harrah made a motion to approve the June 17, 2024, Committee/Council Meeting Minutes. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Hendrickson, all ayes. Motion carried 5-0.

ENTERPRISE FIRE COMPANY EXPENDITURE LIST – Councilman Myers made a motion to approve the Enterprise Fire Company Expenditure List for the month of June 2024 in the amount of $ 3,943.54. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Shay, all ayes. Motion carried 5-0.

FIRE INSPECTION ORDINANCE UPDATE – Councilwoman Shay made a motion to authorize Solicitor Geiser and Borough staff to begin drafting an amendment to the Borough’s Fire Inspection Ordinance. Motion was seconded by Councilman Myers, all ayes. Motion carried 5-0.

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT MUTUAL AID AGREEMENT – Councilman A’Harrah made a motion to authorize the signature of the Emergency Management Mutual Aid Agreement. Motion was seconded by Councilman Myers, all ayes. Motion carried 5-0.

UNION LIBRARY EXPENDITURE LIST – Councilman Myers made a motion to approve the Union Library Expenditure List for the month of July 2024 in the amount of $ 23,252.00. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Hendrickson, all ayes. Motion carried 4-0 with 1 abstention (Councilman A’Harrah).

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BRUCKNER FAMILY SPECIAL EVENT REQUEST – Councilwoman Shay made a motion to approve the Special Event Request for the Bruckner family fundraiser on August 3, 2024. Motion was seconded by Councilman A’Harrah, all ayes. Motion carried 5-0. Councilwoman Shay made a motion to approve Chief Ruegg to sign the alcohol waiver request for the Bruckner family fundraiser event. Motion was seconded by Councilman A’Harrah, all ayes. Motion carried 5-0.

REPRESENTATIVE GUENST END OF SUMMER SOCIAL SPECIAL EVENT REQUEST – Councilwoman Shay made a motion to approve the end of summer social special event request to be held August 14, 2024, in Memorial Park. Motion was seconded by Councilman Myers, all ayes. Motion carried 5-0.

EARTH DAY 2025 SPECIAL EVENT REQUEST – Councilwoman Shay made a motion to approve the Special Event Earth Day Request for the 2025 Earth Day event taking place on April 12, 2025. Motion was seconded by Councilman Myres, all ayes. Motion carried 5-0.

SALE OF AIR COMPRESSOR – Councilwoman Shay made a motion to authorize the sale of an air compressor in the amount of $ 421.00 in accordance with the winning bid on Municibid. Motion was seconded by Councilman Myers, all ayes. Motion carried 5-0.

COMMUNITY CHOICE AGGREGATE LETTER OF SUPPORT AUTHORIZATION – Councilman Myers made a motion to authorize the signature of the Community Choice Aggregate Letter of Support. Motion was seconded by Councilman A’Harrah, all ayes. Motion carried 5-0.

HERITAGE TREE ORDINANCE – Councilman A’Harrah made a motion to authorize Borough staff, the EAC, and the Shade Tree Commission to discuss drafting a Heritage Shade Tree Ordinance. Motion was seconded by Councilman Myers. Motion carried 4-1 (Councilwoman Shay).

STRAWBERRY NAILS PARKING EASEMENT – Councilwoman Shay made a motion to approve the Strawberry Nails Parking Easement permitting the use of certain parking spaces within the Moreland and Orchard Lot to be used as Strawberry Nails Overflow Parking. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Hendrickson, all ayes. Motion carried 5-0.

RENTAL INSPECTION ORDINANCE AMENDMENT – Councilwoman Shay made a motion to authorize Solicitor Geiser and Borough Staff to begin drafting an amendment to the Borough’s Rental Inspection Ordinance. Motion was seconded by Councilman Myers, all ayes. Motion carried 5-0.

ENGINEER APPOINTMENT – Councilwoman Hendrickson made a motion to appoint Gilmore and Associates to the position of Borough Engineer. Motion was seconded by Councilman Myers, all ayes. Motion carried 5-0.

OLD BUSINESS AND UPDATES – There was no old business or updates.

NEW BUSINESS – There was no new business.

PUBLIC COMMENT – There was no public comment.

ADJOURNMENT – Councilwoman Shay made a motion to adjourn the July 15, 2024, Council Meeting. Motion was seconded by Councilman Myers, all ayes. Motion carried 5-0. President Bollendorf adjourned the July 15, 2024, Council Meeting at 8:09 P.M.

Respectfully submitted by:

Diane C. Hegele, Borough Manager/Zoning Officer/Open Records Officer
Transcribed by Cindy Bollendorf, Recording Secretary