PRESENT – Vice President Stockton, Councilwoman Anzinger, Councilwoman McMenamin, Councilwoman Reichner, Councilwoman Ostrander, Mayor Schultz, Manager Hegele, Assistant Secretary DeRenzis, Chief Gardner, Deputy Superintendent Dermer, Tax Collector/Fire Company President Mount, Treasurer Rich, Engineer Goff, and Solicitor Geiser were present.
ABSENT – President Bollendorf, Councilwoman Benjamin, and Superintendent Frydlewicz were absent.
CALL TO ORDER – Vice President Stockton called the June 21, 2021 Committee Meeting to order at 7:00 P.M.
INVOCATION – Mayor Schultz led the invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Chief Gardner led the Pledge of Allegiance.
MEETING NOTES – Vice President Stockton reviewed the Public Comment Policy on the back of the agenda with regards to addressing Councill and time allotment. He also asked for everyone’s patience as this is our first meeting with the new audio/video equipment in case there are any technical difficulties during the meeting.
PUBLIC COMMENT – There was no public comment.
NEW BUSINESS
Public Safety Committee
ENTERPRISE FIRE COMPANY EXPENDITURE LIST – Councilwoman Ostrander stated this is to approve the Enterprise Fire Company Expenditure List for the Month of May 2021 in the amount of $ 9,924.81. This item was oved to the June 21, 2021 Council Meeting Agenda for approval.
399 SPRINDALE FENCE/PARKING – Councilwoman Ostrander stated that there is a fence around this area as construction will be taking place shortly. Chief Gardner stated that it extends into the road and it was checked by the Engineer and the property owners were notified and there is enough turn around for busses, fire trucks, and police.
Finance/Grants Committee
PENNSYLVANIA HISTORICAL MUSEUM COMMISSION HISTORICAL AND ARCHIVAL RECORDS CARE GRANT PROGRAM – Vice President Stockton stated that this is to approve the application to the PA Historical Museum Commission Historical and Archival Records Grant in the amount of $ 5000.00 with no match. This item was moved to the June 21, 2021 Council Meeting Agenda for approval.
CORINTHIAN TRAIL PROJECT AWARDING OF BID – Vice President Stockton stated that this is to award the bid for the Corinthian Trail Project to Marino Corporation in the amount of $ 561,962.40. This item was moved to the June 21, 2021 Council Meeting Agenda for approval.
Tom Doyle, 437 Springdale Avenue, stated that he has a concern with the lighting because of the trail being lit up all night and requested that the trail only be lit from dawn to dusk. Mr. Doyle also asked Manager Hegele about a fence and Manager Hegele stated that a fence is not part of this project and after the project is complete, they will talk about a fence. Vice President Stockton asked if the lighting could be decided later or was it included in the bid and Engineer Goff stated that it was included and Mr. Doyle said that his issue is not to encourage the people to use the trail in the middle of the night if it is lit up and not the lighting itself. Mr. Doyle also stated that he put in a Right to Know Request and Solicitor Geiser and Manager Hegele both stated that the RTK request was satisfied. Vice President Stockton stated that the three-minute time allotment expired, and he would like to vote on this tonight with the understanding that he will personally look into Mr. Doyle’s concerns and see if anything can be done and that the fencing is a separate issue.
Johanna Van Veen, 430 Springdale Avenue, asked if she could see the drawing as she hasn’t seen it and Vice President Stockton stated that he will see if he can make it public for her.
Ron Battis, 317 W. Moreland Avenue, stated that the audio is horrible on zoom and he was unaware the meeting was in person until he saw and came down v=because he couldn’t hear anyone except for Vice President Stockton. Vice President Stockton stated that this is the first night with the new equipment and that he did make an announcement prior to the meeting that this is a learning curve and to please be patient.
GREEN LIGHT GO CHANGE ORDER #2 – Vice President Stockton stated that this is to approve Change Order #2 for the Jacksonville and Montgomery Avenue Green Light Go Project, resulting in an additional project cost of $ 20,500.00. This item was moved to the June 21, 2021 Council Meeting Agenda for approval.
WATERSHED RESTORATION AND PROTECTION GRANT RESOLUTION – Vice President Stockton stated that this is to approve Resolution 2021-32, ratifying the authorization of the application to the Watershed restoration and protection program for the Celano Park Riparian Buffer Project in the amount of $ 300,000.00 with a 15% match. This item was moved to the June 21, 2021 Council Meeting Agenda for approval.
ARLE GRANT RESOLUTION – Vice President Stockton stated that this is to approve resolution 2021-34, ratifying the application to the ARLE grant program for the York Road and Summit Avenue pedestrian improvement project in the amount of $ 83,550.00 with no match. This item was moved to the June 21, 2021 Council meeting Agenda for approval.
MONTCO TRANSPORTATION GRANT RESOLUTION – Vice President Stockton stated that this is to approve Resolution 2021-35, ratifying the application to the Montgomery County Transportation Grant Program for the Jacksonville Road and Meadowbrook Avenue School Crossing Project in the amount of $ 178,435.00 with a 15% match. This item was moved to the June 21, 2021 Council Meeting Agenda for approval.
EATON PARK STREAMBANK RESTORATION GRANT DISCUSSION – Vice President Stockton stated that we already submitted for some reimbursement and the end of this grant is coming up and that there are a few options for the Borough. He also stated that one option is to request an extension or use engineer and construction costs to close out the grant. He also stated that unless anyone has an objection, he thinks they should close out the grant.
MEMORIAL PARK STREAMBANK STABILIZATION AND RESTORATION GRANT – Vice President Stockton stated that this was something that during COVID they were not able to get completely bid out and they are looking to request an extension and this is to authorize staff to request an extension. This item was moved to the June 21, 2021 Council Meeting Agenda for approval.
UNION LIBRARY EXPENDITURE LIST – Vice President Stockton stated that this is to approve the Union Library Expenditure List for the month of June in the amount of $ 19,958.24. This item was moved to the June 21, 2021 Council meeting agenda for approval.
Community Outreach & Events Committee
SUMMER LUNCH MOBILE VAN SCHOOL DISTRICT SPECIAL EVENT REQUEST (EATON PARK) – Councilwoman Reichner state that this is to approve the Special Event Request for the Hatboro Horsham Summer Lunch Mobile Van in Eaton Park. She also stated that the School District is offering free breakfast and lunch to children 0-18 years old and the program will run from June 29th until September 1st and the van will park in Eaton Park from 10:00 A.M until 10:45 A.M. This item was moved to the June 21, 2021 Council Meeting Agenda for approval.
BREWS AND BLUES EVENT REQUEST – Councilwoman Reichner stated that this is to approve the Special Event Request for the Borough Brews and Blues event at Cressbrook. This item was moved to the June 21, 2021 Council Meeting Agenda for approval.
SWIM TEAM MEET EVENT REQUEST UPDATE – Councilwoman Reichner stated that this approve the Hatboro Storm Swim Meet Event Request, changing the date of a swim meet from June 26th to July 24, 2021. This item was moved to the June 21, 2021 Council Meeting Agenda for approval.
YOGA IN MEMORIAL PARK EVENT REQUEST – Councilwoman Reichner stated that this is to approve the Special Event Request for child yoga in Memorial Park. This item was moved to the June 21, 2021 Council meeting agenda for approval.
NEW BUSINESSES – Councilwoman Reichner stated that Sage Therapy Group, located at 101 E. Moreland Avenue, has highly trained licensed therapists who use different methods to treat children, adolescents, and adults.
EVENTS – Councilwoman Reichner announced the events for July 2021.
HISTORIC OVERLAY ORDINANCE – Councilwoman Reichner stated that this is to authorize staff to advertise the Historic Overlay Ordinance and schedule a public hearing for the July Council Meeting. This item was moved to the June 21, 2021 Council Meeting Agenda for approval.
ZONING SUB-COMMITTEE UPDATE (COUNTY PLANNER MOHR PRESENTATION) – County Planner Mohr gave a presentation about the Zoning Sub-Committee.
WAWA UPDATE – Councilwoman Reichner stated that Wawa made their first presentation at the June 8, 2021 Planning Commission Meeting and they are now revising their plans and will meet again with the Planning Commission again July 13, 2021 with their revisions.
Public Works Committee
2021 ROAD PAVING – Councilwoman Ostrander stated that in Council packets is a memo from the Engineer regarding 2021 Road Paving and at the May meeting Council asked for more information on costs per road prior to bidding. She also stated that the current balance in liquid fuels is $237,474.68. Council agreed on the following roads to be paved: #1 S. Chester ( Williams Lane to W. Lehman Ave) in the amount of $37,188.70, #2 S. Linden Ave (W. Moreland to Dead End) in the amount of $ 145,309.40, and #4 Franklin Ave (S. Chester Ave to S. Linden Ave) in the amount of $ 27,626.45 for a total cost in the amount of $210,124.55. this item was moved to the June 21, 2021 Council Meeting Agenda for approval.
MOWER TRADE-IN AND TRAILER PURCHASE – Councilwoman Ostrander stated that this is to approve a trade-in of a Public Works lawnmower towards a purchase of a Z960 lawn mower in the amount of $ 7,435.50 after trade-in and the purchase of a landscape trailer in the amount of $ 3,750.00. This item was moved to the June 21, 2021 Council meeting Agenda for approval.
Environmental Affairs & Parks Committee
OLD GROWTH ORDINANCE – Councilwoman Anzinger stated that this is to authorize staff to advertise the Old Growth Ordinance which is to preserve and maintain trees in the Borough that are older than 75 years. This item was moved to the June 21, 2021 Council Meeting Agenda for approval.
PARKS UPDATE – Councilwoman Anzinger stated that earlier this month the PW Superintendent and herself met with a contractor to look at the existing playground in Memorial Park so the Borough can potentially change to an ADA accessible playground and they are currently working at getting some design elements consistent with what is currently going on for the Streambank restoration and will be moving forward and will keep everyone updated.
EAC UPDATE – Councilwoman Anzinger stated that they are currently working on the Energy Transition Plan and that the logo has been completed thanks to a Hatboro Horsham student and teachers who helped with this. Engineer Goff stated that she is currently reviewing information for the Energy Transition Plan audit.
Administration Committee
FRIENDS OF CRESSBROOK INCORPORATION RESOLUTION – Councilwoman McMenamin stated that this is to approve Resolution 2021-33 for the incorporation of Friends of Cressbrook and establish a separate bank account. This item was moved to the June 21, 2021 Council Meeting Agenda for approval.
QUARTERLY CLAIMS REPORT – Councilwoman McMenamin stated the Borough has received thir claims report for the second quarter of the year and that there has been one new claim since March 2021 and out of the six claims form both quarters, 3 claims are currently still open and the ones that are still open involve property damage.
REMAINING 2021 MEETING SCHEDULE – Councilwoman McMenamin stated that this is to approve the Council Meeting Schedule for the remainder of 2021 which will be as follows:
- Committee/Council – Monday July 19, 2021. Committee/Council – Monday August 16, 2021.
- Committee – Monday, September 13, 2021. Council – Monday, September 27, 2021.
- Committee – Monday, October 11, 2021. Council – Monday, October 25, 2021.
- Committee – Monday, November 8, 2021. Council – Monday, November 22, 2021.
- Committee – Monday, December 6, 2021. Council – Monday, December 20,2021.
JULY 2021 MEETING ANNOUNCEMENTS – Councilwoman McMenamin announced the dates for all meetings for the month of July 2021.
OLD BUSINESS AND UPDATES – There was no new business or updates.
PUBLIC COMMENT – There was no public comment.
ADJOURNMENT – Vice President Stockton adjourned the June 21, 2021 Committee Meeting at 8:03 P.M.
BOROUGH OF HATBORO COUNCIL MEETING: JUNE 21, 2021
CALL TO ORDER – Vice President Stockton called the June 21, 2021 Council Meeting to order at 8:03 P.M.
PUBLIC COMMENT (VOTING ITEMS ONLY) – There was no public comment.
MAYOR’S REPORT
Mayor Schultz stated that the Borough had a Gazebo dedication in Miller Meadow on May 22 in the memory of hometown hero John Kulick. He also stated that after the ceremony the Borough had Community Day at the Hatboro Memorial Pool.
Mayor Schultz also stated that last Friday was the Farmers Market and the first of three Cruise Nights which was dedicated to the memory of Jaimie Brett.
Mayor Schultz also stated that last Saturday Pennypack Elementary gave the proper send off as past teachers and students were invited back for a final look around at memories and to say good-bye to the school and thanked everyone who organized this.
Mayor Schultz reminded everyone that the Moonlight Memories Car Show is just around the corner and taking place Saturday July 31, 2021 and if anyone is interested in registering their car or volunteering, to please contact the Hatboro Chamber of Commerce. Mayor Schultz also stated that the Hungry Hideaway has been open and in full swing with different activities each day and invited everyone to check it out.
Mayor Schultz read a Proclamation honoring Robert Reichert for his service to the Hatboro Horsham School District.
OFFICER’S REPORTS
President’s Report – Vice President Stockton stated that from the American Rescue Plan Acts Funding, money is coming our way and has been set aside by the Borough. He also stated that this fund has been set aside by the Federal government to assist municipalities to recover lost revenue due to the pandemic and after they receive more information regarding the funding, however the Borough is receiving it’s first payment this month in the amount of $392,561.88, and then a second payment for the same amount and after they check the budget they will allocate the funds accordingly and will keep everyone updated.
Treasurer’s Report – Treasurer Rich stated that the balance at the end of May 2021 was $6,185,659.42.
SOLICITOR’S REPORT
Solicitor Geiser stated that her office worked with Borough staff to draft the Old Growth Ordinance which is to be voted on tonight.
Solicitor Geiser also stated that they worked on and advertised the Friends of Cressbrook which is also on the agenda tonight to approve the Resolution.
Solicitor Geiser stated that earlier this month her office attended the Planning Commission Meeting which was the first meeting regarding the Wawa and their Land Development Plans and will be coming back to the table in July with some revisions.
Solicitor Geiser also stated that regarding the two developments that are moving forward. She stated that they finalized agreements and will they be recorded for 399 Springdale. She also stated that they recorded the developer’s agreements for Victorian Village II.
Tom Doyle, 437 Springdale Avenue, stated that he would like the documentation for the Corinthian Trail easement. Solicitor Geiser stated that Mr. Doyle can request the information but must follow procedure which is to contact Manager Hegele. Mr. Doyle stated that he did and was denied and Solicitor Geiser stated that the Borough has already provided him with what they are legally required to provide him with. When Mr. Doyle became argumentative, Vice President Stockton stated that he can resubmit his questions to the Borough but that the Borough is not required to provide documents unless they are legally required to be provided.
ENGINEER’S REPORT
Engineer Goff stated that they have been working with Borough staff on various grant applications that the Borough is pursuing including the 2021 ARLE Grant.
Engineer Goff also stated they have developed the permit plan for the Moreland Avenue and Chestnut Avenue flashing stop signs and submitted to Penndot for their review.
Engineer Goff also stated that under the MS4 program, they are conducting their investigation which is required under MS4.
Engineer Goff also stated that a PA ONE CALL was put out last week for the Memorial Park Streambank Restoration project.
Engineer Goff also stated that under the Miller meadow Phase II Project, they conducted a soil analysis and are reviewing impervious pavement options with Borough staff.
Engineer Goff also stated that for the Bonair Avenue Intersection project, design is underway.
Engineer Goff also stated that for the Crooked Billet Elementary School ADA Ramp Project, review has been completed and they recommend bidding for this project for the various ADA Ramps around Earl Lane and Madison Avenue.
Engineer Goff also stated that for the Williams Lane flasher project, they just received comments back from Penndot today and they will address those as quickly as possible.
MANAGER’S REPORT
Manger Hegele welcomed everyone back to in person meetings and welcomed Mayor Schultz as was his first official meeting at the dais.
Manager Hegele stated that staff has been working with Comcast and have had new equipment installed and we are still waiting on some paperwork from Comcast to execute and the channel should be up and running again. She also stated to stay tuned to updates at future meetings or on our website or Facebook.
Manager Hegele also stated that the Borough did previously announce the Spring Summer Newsletter and that the newsletters were mailed on May 5th, and it appears that they have not been delivered by the Post Office. She also stated that we use a third party company for our newsletters and they outsource the mailing to a direct mailing company and that the company has assured them the newsletters were mailed, we are working to see what happened.
She also stated that the Borough does offer a monthly electronic newsletter and encourages everyone to visit the Borough’s website to sign up.
Manager Hegele also stated that the pool is now open full time, 7 days a week (weather dependent) and the hours are 12-8 in June and August and 12-9 in July with special hours for members and if you are not a member and are interested in joining contact Borough Hall.
Manager Hegele also stated that the Borough was recently awarded a grant for HVAC improvements in Borough Hall and staff is working with the contractor on this project and there is a possibility we could relocate Borough Hall operations for the safety of our staff and also visitors to the building. She also stated that if we need to go off site, we will be sure to send out information to residents via social media, our website or the electronic newsletter and of course announce at future meetings. She also stated that while we are sad that we have to move temporarily we know that when we return, we will no longer sweat in the summer and freeze in the winter and hopes everyone will work with us while this very important project is done.
Manager Hegele also stated that yesterday was the last day to take the survey for the possible “LOVE” sign in Miller Meadow Park. Each letter of the sign will incorporate elements from our town’s present and past in order to create a unique piece of art that represents Hatboro’s robust, diverse community. A sample photo of a “Love” sign was on our Facebook page and website. The Borough’s Events Committee is currently looking for ideas for the letter “O” of the love sign. We were accepting ideas and feedback from residents and business owners on what they believe best represents Hatboro to help us incorporate everything that makes our community unique. We will be compiling the results of the survey and will share with the events committee and the community and will update everyone when we have information to share on this project. Manager Hegele reminded everyone that the National Wildlife Federation is celebrating Pollinator Month with a discount on Garden certifications and that the Borough of Hatboro Environmental Advisory Council set a goal of getting 50 local property owners to certify their gardens as Wildlife habitats. So far 33 property owners in Hatboro have joined this effort and the EAC is getting close to their goal! To learn more about the Hatboro EAC and their National Wildlife Federation efforts, please visit the Borough’s website.
Manager Hegele thanked everyone for their patience tonight because there have been some upgrades to the AV in the Council room which she hopes once we work out any kinks it will help those that come to meetings with sound and other issues and also thanked Vice President Stockton and Assistant Secretary DeRenzis for getting these upgrades.
STAFF REPORTS
POLICE – Chief Gardner stated that in 2018 he took over as Emergency Management Coordinator but little did he know a year later we would be in a pandemic and that 2020 and 2021 have been quite busy and he wanted to thank departments he has worked with over the past year which includes Hatboro Public Works Department, Borough Administration, Enterprise Fire Company, Second Alarmers, and Borough Council. He also stated that although many of the mitigation measures have been eased at this point with the pandemic, he wanted to remind everyone that COVID does still exist and to please consider getting vaccinated.
Chief Gardner stated that he had a meeting last week regarding the upcoming Car Show which is July 31, 2021 and that everything seems to be on track, and they will be closing York Road down around 12:30 P.M.
Chief Gardner stated that he had the pleasure of working Friday night for Cruise night and that stated that it was a great event and there were no police related problems.
Chief Gardner also stated that they gave the annual police consortium test on June 12, 2021 at Hatboro Horsham High School and he wanted to thank the school district for their cooperation and allowing them to use the High School. He also stated that he is hoping to have a certified list to Council by August.
Chief Gardner stated that they received the Police Vehicle that Council approved for purchase in January and he also stated that it is in service and on the road.
TAX COLLECTIONS – The Tax Collector’s report was submitted electronically.
PUBLIC WORKS – The Public Works report was submitted electronically.
PARKS – Deputy Superintendent Dermer stated the pool is open and running and the shade structure is complete and looks great.
Deputy Superintendent Dermer also stated that there is a receptacle in Borough Hall for anyone who wants to recycle batteries.
DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT
Secretary Bollendorf stated that Manager Hegele has had her attend a few webinars and the most recent one she attended a few weeks ago was Diversifying Downtown Retail and a brief description about the webinar “While the impacts related to the COVID-19 pandemic are most acute in the retail and service industries, not all of Greater Philadelphia’s retail districts and downtowns were equally impacted. Diverse and walkable downtowns that actively supported the business community through innovative policies and programs were better able to rebound as the economy reopened.” (example they used for this webinar – revitalization of 52nd street). She also stated that main streets had businesses that were able to thrive during the Pandemic, and unfortunately, some had to close. She also of the panelists gave suggestions about how to attract foot traffic to your main street and keep them there which would also help ensure that the regions downtowns are more resilient to future economic upsets by working to grow and what would also help capitalize on today’s trends: Have a good mixture of old and new businesses (Hatboro has this),Have chain stores anchor your town and two the chain stores he used as examples were McDonalds and Dollar Tree /Store/Family Dollar, and gaming is very popular and therefore an arcade or gaming business was the suggestion used for keeping up with “trends” (Hatboro has The Laboratory since 2015 and on York Road since 2017)
Secretary Bollendorf also stated that twice a month updates continue to go out to Business owners and Property Maintenance has been a focus and will continue to be due to the farmers markets, cruise nights, and the car show coming up during the summer.
Secretary Bollendorf stated that she just wanted to point out that due to circumstances beyond our control, unfortunately Hatboro had a decent amount of vacancies and our previous DDD created a list of these vacancies 9/2020 and since then she was happy to report that she has removed 14 properties from this list. This does not count new businesses that have come into the Borough and reoccupied space immediately after a tenant vacated and that this was a list that was created where most of the properties on it had been vacant for some time. We have been receiving calls regarding uses for some of the remaining properties so stay tuned for more new businesses in the Borough!
FIRE MARSHAL – The May 2021 Fire Marshal Report was electronically submitted.
FIRE COMPANY – There was nothing to report.
UNION LIBRARY
Librarian Celec stated that the Library is now open six days a week and appointments are no longer required. Librarian Celec also stated that summer reading began this morning and it is in person. Librarian Celec also stated that different activities during the summer for kids of all ages. Librarian Celec stated that in person yoga is also back Wednesday nights at 6:30 P.M at the Library. Librarian Celec also stated that there are story times going on at the Hatboro Memorial Pool on Mondays during adult swim. Librarian Celec also stated that they will be having their traditional book sale and shred September 11, 2021 and will be sponsored by Representative Nancy Guenst. Librarian Celec also stated that laptops and hot spots are available to Hatboro residents to check out for two weeks. Librarian Celec also stated that museum passes are available. Librarian Celec also stated that they are working on plans for the Keystone Grant which will be submitted in October.
ORDER OF BUSINESS AND VOTING ITEMS
ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPTS OF REPORTS– Councilwoman Anzinger made a motion to acknowledge the receipt of UMHJSA Minutes, Historical Commission Minutes, Tax Collections, Public Works, Fire Marshal, and Treasurer’s reports. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman McMenamin, all ayes. Motion carried 5-0.
APPROVAL OF WARRANT LIST, PAYMENT OF BILLS, MANUAL CHECKS AND TRANSFERS – Councilwoman Reichner made a motion to approve Warrant List, Payment of Bills, manual Checks, and Transfers for the month of June 2021. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Anzinger, all ayes. Motion carried 5-0.
MAY 17, 2021 COMMITTEE/COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES – Councilwoman McMenamin made a motion to approve the May 17, 2021 Committee/Council Meeting Minutes. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Reichner, all ayes. Motion carried 5-0.
ENTERPIRISE FIRE COMPANY EXPENDITURE LIST – Councilwoman Ostrander made a motion to approve the Enterprise Fire Company Expenditure List for the Month of May 2021 in the amount of $ 9,924.81. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Anzinger, all ayes. Motion carried 5-0.
PA HISTORICAL MUSEUM COMMISSION HISTORICAL AND ARCHIVAL RECORDS GRANT – Councilwoman McMenamin made a motion to approve the application to the PA Historical Museum Commission Historical and Archival Records Grant. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Anzinger, all ayes. Motion carried 5-0.
CORINTHIAN TRAIL PROJECT AWARDING OF BID – Councilwoman Ostrander made a motion to award the bid for the Corinthian trail Project to Marino Corporation in the amount of $561,962.40. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Anzinger, all ayes. Motion carried 5-0.
GREEN LIGHT GO – JACKSONVILLE AND MONTGOMERY CHANGE ORDER #2 – Councilwoman Anzinger made a motion to approve Change Order #2 for the Jacksonville and Montgomery Avenue Green Light Go Project, resulting in an additional project cost of $20,500.00. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Reichner, all ayes. Motion carried 5-0.
WATERSHED RESTORATION & PROTECTION RESOLUTION – Councilwoman Anzinger made a motion to approve Resolution 2021-34, 2, ratifying the authorization of the application to the Watershed Restoration and Protection Program for the Celano Park Riparian Buffer Project in the amount of $300,000.00 with a 15% match. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman McMenamin, all ayes. Motion carried 5-0.
ARLE GRANT RESOLUTION – Councilwoman Anzinger made a motion to approve Resolution 2021-34, ratifying the application to the ARLE grant program for the York Rod and Summit Avenue pedestrian improvement project in the amount of $83,550.00 with no match. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Reichner, all ayes. Motion carried 5-0.
MONTCO TRANSPORTATION GRANT – Councilwoman Reichner made a motion to approve Resolution 2021-35, ratifying the application to the Montgomery County Transportation Grant Program for the Jacksonville Road and Meadowbrook Avenue School Crossing Project in the amount of $ 178,435.00 with a 20% match. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman McMenamin, all ayes. Motion carried 5-0.
MEMORIAL PARK STREAMBANK STABILIZATION AND RESTORATION PROJECT – Councilwoman Anzinger made a motion to authorize staff to request an extension for the Memorial Park Streambank Stabilization and Restoration Project. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman McMenamin, all ayes. Motion carried 5-0.
UNION LIBRARY EXPENDITURE LIST – Councilwoman Ostrander made a motion to approve the Union Library Expenditure List for the month of June in the amount of $19,958.24. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Anzinger, all ayes. Motion carried 5-0.
SUMMER LUNCH MOBILE VAN SPECIAL EVENT REQUEST – Councilwoman Reichner made a motion to approve the Special Event request for the Hatboro Horsham Summer Lunch Mobile Van in Eaton Park. Motion seconded by Councilwoman McMenamin, all ayes. Motion carried 5-0.
BOROUGH BREWS AND BLUES SPECIAL EVENT REQUEST – Councilwoman Reichner made a motion to approve the special event request for the Borough Brews and Blues event at Cressbrook. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Anzinger, all ayes. Motion carried 5-0.
HATBORO STORM EVENT REQUEST – Councilwoman Reichner made a motion to approve the Hatboro Storm Swim Meet Event Request, changing the date of a swim meet from June 26th to July 24, 2021. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Anzinger, all ayes. Motion carried 5-0.
YOGA EVENT REQUEST – Councilwoman McMenamin made a motion to approve the special event request for child yoga in Memorial park. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Reichner, all ayes. Motion carried 5-0.
HISTORIC OVERLAY ORDINANCE – Councilwoman Reichner made a motion to authorize staff to advertise the Historic Overlay Ordinance and schedule a public hearing for the July Council Meeting. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Anzinger, all ayes. Motion carried 5-0.
2021 ROAD PAVING – Councilwoman Anzinger made a motion to pave #1 S. Chester Ave (Williams Lane to W. Lehman Ave) in the amount of $ 37,188.70, #2 S. Linden Ave (W. Moreland to Dead End) in the amount of $ 145,309.40, and #4 Franklin Ave (S. Chester Ave to S. Linden Ave) in the amount of $ 27,626.45 for a total amount of $210,124.55 which will reduce our Liquid Fuels balance to $ 27,350.132. (beginning LF balance was $ 237,474.68) Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Ostrander, all ayes. Motion carried 5-0.
PUBLIC WORKS MOWER AND TRAILER – Councilwoman Reichner made a motion to approve a trade-in of a public works lawn mower towards a purchase of a Z960 lawn mower in the amount of $ 7,435.50 after trade-in. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Anzinger, all ayes. Motion carried 5-0.
Councilwoman Ostrander made a motion to approve a purchase of a landscape trailer for public works in the amount of $3,750.00. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Anzinger, all ayes. Motion carried 5-0.
OLD GROWTH ORDINANCE – Councilwoman Anzinger made a motion to authorize staff to advertise the Old Growth Ordinance. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Reichner, all ayes. Motion carried 5-0.
FRIENDS OF CRESSBROOK RESOLUTION – Councilwoman Anzinger made a motion to approve Resolution 2021-33 for the incorporation of Friends of Cressbrook. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Ostrander, all ayes. Motion carried 5-0.
COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE REMAINDER OF 2021 – Councilwoman McMenamin made a motion to approve the Council Meeting Schedule for the remainder of 2021 which dates will be advertised after adoption and are as follows:
Committee/Council – Monday July 19, 2021. Committee/Council – Monday August 16, 2021.
Committee – Monday, September 13, 2021. Council – Monday, September 27, 2021.
Committee – Monday, October 11, 2021. Council – Monday, October 25, 2021.
Committee – Monday, November 8, 2021. Council – Monday, November 22, 2021.
Committee – Monday, December 6, 2021. Council – Monday, December 20,2021.
Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Anzinger, 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 – Ron Battis, 314 W. Moreland Avenue, asked if the figure for the funds we are to receive from the Federal government is $784,000.00. Vice President Stockton stated that the amount the Borough is to receive is $785,123.76. Mr. Battis stated that we have a lot of projects going on and he stated going by his Republican standards there are too many and he hopes they are keeping track of all of these and how much it is going to cost the Borough and thinks they should be monitored more closely so we do not have to ask for extensions to agencies who have given us the money. He also stated that he thinks that the resident behind him who was asking for information could have been given the steps he needed to take to obtain the information that he wanted. Vice President Stockton stated that we do provide updates on the grant process and that there is a spreadsheet that is published on the website and that staff tracks these closely. Councilwoman Anzinger stated that it has been a strange year due to COVID so a lot of projects were delayed as contractors could not work.
ADJOURNMENT – Councilwoman McMenamin made a motion to adjourn the June 21, 2021 Council Meeting. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Reichner, all ayes. Motion carried 5-0. Vice President Stockton adjourned the June 21, 2021 Council meeting at 8:54 P.M.
Respectfully Submitted by:
Diane C. Hegele, Borough Manager
Transcribed by Cindy Bollendorf