September 22, 2025 Committee/Council Meeting Minutes

PRESENT – President Bollendorf, Vice President Reichner, Councilman Myers, Councilwoman Jacobus, Councilwoman Shay, Councilman Hoover, Councilwoman Hendrickson, Mayor Schultz, Manager Hegele, Assistant Secretary DeRenzis, Fire Marshal Valesky, Chief Ruegg, Solicitor Geiser, Engineer MacNair, EFC President Croak, Treasurer Smith, and Library Representative Kennedy were present.

CALL TO ORDER – President Bollendorf called the September 22, 2025, Committee Meeting to order at 7:00 P.M.

INVOCATION – Mayor Schultz gave the invocation.

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

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

MICHELE JOHNSON RECOGNITION – Vice President Reichner thanked Michele Johnson and recognized her service to the Borough on the Library Board.

VAPORPHOXXE RECOGNITION – Councilman Hoover recognized Vaporphoxxe located at 35 S. York Road.

PUBLIC COMMENT –
Kyle Stolarik, 400 Madison Avenue, stated he is a member of the Sade Tree Commission and wants to know how to apply for budget needs and asked for more guidance. President Bollendorf stated that he can reach out to Deena, and she will explain how the budget process works for departments and how to submit something for the budget.

Gary Blickley, 46 Harding Avenue, stated that Council approved to meet once a month yet there are 13 voting items on the voting agenda this evening which doesn’t give the public time to discuss. He asked Council to go back to twice a month to give the public a chance to discuss the voting items.

Todd A ‘Harrah, 145 W. Lehman Avenue, stated that he supports the No Kings protest as it protects free speech for everyone and provides principle and consistency and show integrity. He also stated that this is not taxpayer money and funded by the Democratic committee, so he is supporting their right to rally.
Cheryl Lastowka, 39 Crooked Billet Road, asked when a traffic study will be done at York and Crooked Billet as her parents had an accident there as well and speed was a factor. Chief Ruegg stated he was going to address that in his report this evening.

Joanna Dunbar, 25 Crooked Billet Road, agreed with Cheryl that it is very bad especially with more traffic and needs to be addressed.

Mark Henesco, 120 Summit Avenue, the traffic light at York and County Line Road has bad timing and one car barely gets through the light before it changes again, and he stated he reached out to PennDOT, but they referred him back to the Borough. Chief Rue=gg stated he spoke to the Public Works Foreman who t=stated the timing is bade off the permit that was issued by PennDOT. Manager Hegele stated that she would email PennDOT.

Joe Lastowka, 39 Crooked Billet Road, agrees with his wife and Mrs. Dunar that it needs to be addressed and is concerned a car will jump the curb at the corner.

Merrie Keller, 110 W. Monument Avenue, asked who was paying the police OT for the Np Kings protest and President Bollendorf stated that all events are paid by the requestor so therefore the Democratic Committee is paying for it.

NEW BUSINESS
1) Public Safety Committee

• ENTERPRISE FIRE COMPANY EXPENDITURE LIST – Councilwoman Jacobus stated included in your packet is the Enterprise Fire Company Expenditure list for the month of August 2025 in the amount of $111,452.44. This item has been moved to the voting meeting portion of the agenda for consideration.

2) Finance/Grants Committee

• UNION LIBRARY EXPENDITURE LIST – Councilman Myers stated included in your packet is a copy of the Union Library Expenditure List for the month of August 2025 in the amount of $ 22,159.00. This item has been moved to the September 22, 2025, voting agenda for consideration.
• 2026 BUDGET TIMELINE UPDATE- Councilman Myers stated last month Manager Hegele gave a timeline for the adoption of the 2026 budget for the Borough which us as follows:

11/17/25 – Preliminary adoption and advertise 10-day inspection period.
12/15/25 – Final Adoption

Department Heads are actively working on information for the 2026 budget and staff will be working to schedule a 2026 Budget Workshop to take place in the fall. Once a date is determined, staff will advertise the date to the public.

• ADA PLAYGROUND GRANT UPDATE – Councilman Myers stated Gilmore & Associates is currently working on an environmental assessment that HUD is requiring before the Borough can proceed with the grant. We will have further updates on this project once the environmental assessment is completed.

• PA OUTDOOR CORPS GRANT APPLICATION – Councilman Myers stated included in your packet is information regarding the PA Outdoor Corps Grant Program. The EAC would like the Borough to apply for this grant in 2025 for a project to take place in 2026. Councilman Myers suggested that the Borough apply for a grant to conduct a tree survey within the parks. This survey of trees is a part of the Shade Tree Commission’s responsibilities; however, due to number of trees within the parks, the Commission has unfortunately not been able to complete the inventory. A tree inventory of the parks is essential in assessing the condition and health of the trees within the Borough’s parks. Knowing the health and condition of these trees will then help Public Works maintain the trees and eliminate any potentially 2 diseased, dead, or hazardous trees/limbs. Manager Hegele informed the EAC that they would need to write the grant application if the application is approved by Council. If selected, the Borough would receive assistance from PA Outdoor Corps staff to conduct the inventory. The program requires a 25% match to apply. This item is listed on the voting meeting portion of the agenda for consideration.

• 100 MEADOWBROOK ESCROW RELEASE – Councilman Myers stated the contractor at 100 Meadowbrook has been actively working on the demolition and construction of the new home located at the property. To date, they have completed the necessary site improvements to the property and the property owner has paid all outstanding escrow invoices. As a result, $1,250 in escrow is due back to the property owner. If Council agrees with this escrow release, you will need to approve the release during the voting meeting portion of the agenda.

• 2026 MMO – Councilman Myers stated included in your packet is a copy of the 2026 Minimum Municipal Obligation for the Borough’s Pension Funds. Each year, Borough Council must approve this paperwork prior to September 30th. For 2026, the Borough’s obligation to the pension funds will be $432,592. This amount will be offset by State Aid received by the Borough. The State Aid contribution for 2026 is expected to be around $226,000 which will help offset the MMO amount stated above. Once approved by Council, these amounts will be placed into the 2026 budget. Manager Hegele can provide additional information if Council has any questions. This item is listed on the voting meeting portion of the agenda for consideration.

• PERDUE PHARMA BANKRUPTCY PLAN APPROVAL – Councilman Myers stated included in your packet is a memo from Solicitor Geiser detailing this agenda item. This item will be on the voting meeting portion of the agenda for consideration.

• FIRE RELIEF FUNDS ANNOUNCEMENT – Councilman Myers stated Each year, the Borough receives Fire Relief Funding allocated to the Enterprise Fire Company Volunteer Fire Relief Association. Once this funding is received each year, it is immediately transferred to Enterprise Fire Company’s Relief Association. This year, the Borough received $60,749.09. A check to Enterprise Fire Company is included as a part of the September Warrant List. There is no action required by Council for this item. This is strictly an announcement that the funding was received and is being paid to Enterprise as required.

3) Community Outreach & Events Committee

• UPCOMING EVENTS – Councilman Hoover stated the following events are taking place in Hatboro over the next month: the next month:

a) Party in the Park – SAVE THE DATE – Join us at the Pennypack Community Center on 9/26/2025 from 5-8:30 PM. Celebrate the final 2025 party in the park with fireworks beginning at 8:00 PM!
b) SENIOR PROGRAMMING: MANAGING DIZZINESS AND IMBALANCE AS YOU AGE – Jon representatives from Hatboro Physical Therapy for an educational class for seniors on September 24, 2025, at 10 AM at the Pennypack Community Center. Attendees will learn how to help prevent falls that could result in injury or even deaths as they grow older. To register, call Borough Hall at 215-443-9100.
c) SENIOR EVENT – UNDERSTANDING AND MANAGING PAIN – Join the Borough of Hatboro and Hatboro Physical Therapy for a special seminar for seniors for Pain Management on Wednesday October 1, 2025, at 10AM. Attendees will learn about the common causes of pain for seniors and tips on how to manage types of pain that may occur. To register, call Borough Hall at 215-443-9100.
d) RED CROSS HANDS ONLY CPR – Representatives from the Red Cross will be teaching a special hands only CPR Class at the Pennypack Community Center on Thursday October 2, 2025, from 7-8 PM. This event is free and will teach attendees the fundamentals of hands only CPR Class.
e) FIRST FRIDAY – Join the Hatboro Chamber of Commerce and local businesses on October 3, 2025, from 530 – 830 PM for sidewalk sales, activities, and more throughout the York Road Business District.
f) CHAIR YOGA FOR SENIORS – Join the Borough of Hatboro and Nourishing Storm Yoga Studio for chair yoga at the Pennypack Community Center on October 8, 2025, at 10 AM.
g) SENIOR BINGO – Join us for Senior Bingo at the Pennypack Community Center on Wednesday October 15, 2025, at 10AM for Bingo. This event is free, and you can call Borough Hall at 215-443-9100 to register.
h) TRUNK OR TREAT – Join the Pennypack Events Committee for the annual Trunk or Treat Event taking place on Friday October 17, 2025, from 6-9 PM at the Pennypack Community Center. The event will have trick or treating at various themed trunks, free raffles, children’s games, and activities, fall themed photo opportunities, best costume, and trunk contest, new for 2025- beer garden for adults. Call Borough Hall at 215- 433-9100 to register.
i) SENIOR BANKING SAFETY: PRESENTED BY HATBORO FEDERAL – Representatives from Hatboro Federal will be giving a presentation on safe banking on Wednesday October 22, 2025, at the Pennypack Community Center at 10AM. For the last few years, there has been a rising trend of Elder Financial Exploitation targeting older adults and Hatboro Federal is committed to providing its community with financial literacy. Please join for a presentation on financial abuse and the topics to be discussed will be the different types of elder financial abuse, examples of common scams, and how you can protect your financial assets and identity. To register call Borough Hall at 215-443-9100.
j) SKELETON SKURRY – Join the Hatboro Chamber of Commerce for the annual Skelton Skurry 5K and family fun walk takin place on Saturday October 25, 2025, from 8Am – 12PM at the Pennypack Community Center. To register reach out to the Chamber at 215-956-9540.
k) HALLOWEEN STROLL – Join the Hatboro Chamber of Commerce and your favorite local businesses for the annual Halloween Stroll on Saturday October 25, 2025, from 2-4 M.Ths. event will take place throughout the York Road Business District.
l) SAVE THE DATE – HOPELESSLY DEVOTED SENIOR PROM – November 8, 2025, 1-4 PM at the Pennypack Community Center.

• NEW BUSINESSES – Councilman Hoover stated There are several businesses in the Borough that have businesses inside them. This month, we welcome the following businesses who opened their business inside another business:
o DSA COLLISION – moved from 21 N York Road to 220 Jacksonville Road (inside C&L Rivet) 3
o DELAWARE VALLEY LINE X/PRECISION COLLISION – Moved from 21 N York Road to 220 Jacksonville Road (inside C&L Rivet) Thank you to C&L Rivet for expanding their space to make room for other businesses who wished to continue to make Hatboro their home!!
o Z & Z AUTO – 220 Jacksonville Road UNIT G (inside C&L Rivet)
o STARDUST BEAUTY – Located inside 219 N York Road (Deleted Scene Tattoo and Gold Door Gallery). Stardust Beauty offers beauty services such as waxing, facials, and make up.
• SOFT OPENING ANNOUNCEMENT: CONCORDANCE FERMENTS – Join new Brewery Concordance Ferments, located at 18 Horsham Road for their soft opening from 9/25/25-9/28/25. Follow their Facebook page and comment to be chosen to have a few beers with the owners and thank them for choosing Hatboro as their home! OCTOBER 1, 2025, will be their grand opening and officially open to the public!!

• SPECIAL EVENT REQUESTS: Councilman Hoover stated Included in your packets are Special Event Requests for the following events. Council will need to review these requests and if appropriate, issue approval:
– Hopelessly Devoted Senior Prom – Saturday 11/8/2025 from 1-4 at Pennypack.
– Cub Scout Pack 17 Blue & Gold Crossover – Saturday 2/28/26 from 4-7 at Pennypack.
– Cub Scout Pack 17 BBQ Event: This event took place 8/23/2024 and was authorized prior to the meeting due to no services being required from the Borough. Council will need to ratify Manager Hegele’s approval of the event during the voting meeting portion of the agenda.
– Linked Souls Paranormal – Sunday, 10/5/2025, from 7-9 at Pennypack.
– Hatboro Horsham Soccer Club Fall Season–Saturdays & Sundays 8/1/25 – 11/30/25 from 7-4 at Memorial Park. As discussed last month, the Soccer club is already using the fields for the fall season and did not submit the event request until after the season began.
– No Kings Protest – Saturday, 10/18/2025 from 3-5 in Miller Meadow. Included in your packet is also a copy of an invoice detailing costs for 4 this event. These costs will need to be paid by the organizers prior to the event taking place.
– Cressbrook Archeological Dig- The Millbrook Society would like to have an archaeological dig at Cressbrook. They are requesting this to be a continuous event through May 2026 in attempt to locate as many historical artifacts as possible. These items have been moved to the September 22, 2025, Voting Agenda for consideration.

Howard Weitz, 169 Spring Avenue, stated that people are nit parking in appropriate areas and the kids that live on Spring can’t ride their bikes and that they have called 911 and no one comes. Chief Ruegg stated that that statement is not accurate.

Bill Tompkins, 161 Spring Avenue, asked if they should use the non-emergency number and Chief Ruegg stated to call 911.

Howard Weitz, 169 Spring Avenue, asked if trash cans can be placed at Penny pack and Manager Hegele stated that she will talk to the Public Works Foreman. She also stated that there was a list of conditions attached to the Soccer Permit.

Councilwoman Jacobus stated that the past few weeks have been crazy and that she supports free speech but is looking out for the safety of our police officers and residents and asked the Chief is his department is prepared for more than 200 people and Chief Ruegg stated if it gets approved, they will be prepared.

Sue Dougherty, 464 Lincoln Avenue, stated that she has gone to many protests and 90% of the people are old so there is no violence they just sit in chairs and talk and hold signs and that the Police are there as well watching. She stated t=she didn’t want anyone to be f=earfuls as the protests she has been a part of have been peaceful.

Harris Honer, 77 Academy Road, asked where 200 going to park and is concerned it could spill out into neighborhoods. President Bollendorf syayed that thry will try to direct people to the Bank Street lot and the Police will be monitoring it.

Marianne Reymer, 120 Summit Avenue, asked if the Democratic Committee have a COI and President Bollendorf stated that they provided a COI with a minimum of 1 million and the Borough of Hatboro is the Certificate Holder.

Kyle Stolarik, 4000 Madison Avenue, doesn’t want the protest as he is concerned about safety and doesn’t want to see Hatboro on the news.

Councilwoman Shay, read a statement that she does not support the protest we are in difficult times with heavy weight of division and the application only represents a part of the community and asks everyone to think about the community and police. Vice President Reichner asked if 1 million is enough in case it gets out of hand and Solicitor Geiser stated that the standard request is 1 million. Councilman Myers stated that having it planned is better as there is more control.

Diane Sereani, 223 E. Montgomery Avenue, stated that she supports the protest and asked if they can make people wear masks and Vice President Reichner stated that they can’t tell people to not wear masks.

Patsy Meck, 300 N Linden Avenue, stated there are over 150,000 protests to date and everyone has a right to state they do not like what is going on and they want to make a difference, but she is very concerned about safety.

Kelly A ‘Harrah, 145 W. Lehman Avenue, stated that she is concerned a lot of people will come especially people that are not from Hatboro, but people have a right to free speech and to assemble and need to be aloe=wed to express themselves and is concerned about safety as well.

Sarah Anne, 221 N. York Road, stated that the Police Department does a great job and is confident it will be a peaceful protest.

Susan Hunsinger Hoff, 107 W. Monument Avenue, stated that she supports the protest.

Mark Henesco, 120 Summit Avenue, stated that there are already No Kings protests scheduled in Montgomery County and asked if a different sate can be chosen and if the Police are prepared and will there be any kind of mutual aid if needed. Chief Ruegg state that yes, there will be assistance if needed and that the Police Department is prepared.

Norm Smith, 26 Lacey Street, stated that there is a plan and is confident in the Police Department.
Ken Johnson, 128 Crooked Billet Road, stated people have a right to free speech and supports the event.
Lynn Smith, 26 Lacey Street, stated that she supports the protest.

Sougato Chatterjee, 520 S York Road, is very happy that she moved to Hatboro and that she supports the community as well as the protest.

Mayor Schultz stated that he appreciates all the comments and stated to Council, when they took this job, they took an oath to defend and support the constitution and free speech ids the first amendment no be fearful of what may happen. It’s our obligation to defend the rights so he just wanted to remind everyone that that is what they are doing.

President Bollendorf stated he agrees with the mayor, but they also have a right to protect 8600 citizens. He appreciated the discussion as where he is from, this would not happen, and it shows why we live here because we can discuss things we do not agree with. He stated he has v=confidence in the Chief and his department and we can’t just sit in fear, and he feels we are prepared based off the discussion. He also stated he will do a roll call for this vote and thanked everyone for the civil discussion.

Bill Tompkins, 161 Spring Avenue, presented Council with a proposal from Millbrook for an archeological dig at the Tannery and gave a brief background for the oldest house in the Borough. He stated that anything found would be the property of the Borough and that there are three focuses for the archeology which are the Tannery, the grounds, and the grounds in general. He stated this will be a long-term project and even though the request asks for a year, it will take longer than that. They will need to map out everything and decide where everything is and all they need for the Borough is access to the building, Chris, Chief Archeologist at Millbrook, explained archaeology and the process. She stated the first thing they would need to do is grid everything and she got a rough quote form a local engineering firm and that would be about $ 10,000.00 for the entire property so it should only be a third of the cost since two thirds is wooded and they do not need to grid that. She stated they will need to prove there is historical information then they will receive an archeology number then they can get grants to begin restoring the house. Bill asked if tonight they can approve for one yea then they can put another request in January and will extend it as they need.

• MONTCO ROOTS REMINDER – Councilman Hoover stated Join the Montgomery County Recorder of Deeds, Jeanne Sorg, and representatives in her office for the Monto Roots Presentation! This event will be taking place on October 29, 2025, beginning at 6 PM at the Pennypack Community Center, 130 Spring Avenue, Hatboro, PA 19040. Come learn about the different types of documents that are recorded with the Recorder of Deeds Office and look at some of the interesting historical details that you can find in those documents! For more information, please contact the Montgomery County Recorder of Deeds office at 610-278-3289. The event is open to everyone – you do not need to be a Hatboro resident to attend!

4) Public Works Committee

• STREET OPENING/SIDEWALK ORDINANCE AMEDMENTS – Councilwoman Shay stated As you are aware, Council has been discussing our current road opening an/sidewalk opening ordinance for a while. Engineer McNair has revised the current road paving/sidewalk ordinance and proposed some changes. The draft ordinances are in your packet for review. Council will need to review the ordinances and suggest any changes to the Ordinances as you see fit. If there are no changes requested by Council, Council may authorize the Solicitor and Staff to advertise the ordinances. If there are changes requested by Council, Council can table this matter to allow for Engineer MacNair and Solicitor Geiser to incorporate the changes requested. This item has been moved to the September 22, 2025, Voting Agenda for consideration.

• 2025 ROAD PAVING PROGRAM CHANGE ORDER #1– Councilwoman Shay stated included in your packet is a copy of Change Order #1 for the 2025 Road Paving Program. This Change Order removes the installation of curb ramps on Bright Road. Because of the width of the road and size of the sidewalks, the ramps proposed for installation cannot meet the required ADA specifications. Because the ramps would not meet 100% of the ADA requirements, they would not qualify for reimbursement under the Borough’s County Aid Funding for the project. As a result, the Borough has the option to either install non-ADA compliant ramps using General Funds or to remove the ramps from the project scope. If approved, this change order will reduce the contract by $4,580.00. This item has been moved to the September 22, 2025, voting meeting agenda for consideration.

• ROAD PAVING ANNOUNCEMENT – Councilwoman Shay stated the following roads will be milled and overlayed by LandTech Enterprises beginning on September 29, 2025: South Chester Avenue, from Williams Lane to West Moreland Avenue; Jacksonville Road, from East Moreland Avenue to East Montgomery Avenue; Crescent Road, from York Road to York Road, and Bright Road, from Bright Road to Home Road.

5) Environmental Affairs and Parks

• EAC UPDATE – Councilwoman Hendrickson stated the Environmental Advisory Council met on the EAC met on September 6th and discussed Native Plant Ordinance, Tree Tenders Report and planning for planting, Nex Trek Recycling Challenge drop off location change, holiday lights collection and Chalfont Styrofoam collection, and discussed the vision for the 2026 Earth Day event.

• PHS FALL TREE PLANTING PROJECT – Councilwoman Hendrickson stated Included in your packet is a request submitted by the Hatboro Tree Tenders Group for their fall planting event. Under this event, the Tree Tenders would like to plant 108 trees in Pennypack, Celano Park, and Eaton Park to replace approximately 36 trees that after the 2024 planting cycle; however, Councilman Myers indicated that only 30 of these trees appear to be dead. The Shade Tree Commission reviewed the permit request for the trees on September 17th and issued approval for 36 new trees to be planted where the dead trees currently reside and did not approve the planting of all 108 trees within the parks. A copy of the email confirming the number of trees approved by the STC is attached to the permit application within packets. The group does not currently have an exact date but is hoping that Borough Council authorizes them to hold their planting on November 15th if possible. This item will be on the voting meeting portion of the agenda for consideration.

6) Administration Committee

• MEETING ANNOUNCEMENTS – Councilman Myers stated The following public meetings are scheduled for the next month, which will be held in Borough Hall beginning at 7:00 P.M: • Parking Commission – Tuesday, 9/30 • EAC – Monday, 10/6 • Historical Commission – Tuesday 10/7 • ZHB – Wednesday, 10/8 • Planning Commission – Tuesday, 10/14 • Shade Tree – Wednesday 10/15 • Combined Committee/Council Meeting – Monday, 10/27 This meeting schedule can also be found on our website myhatboro.org.

• LAND DEVELOPMENT UPDATE – Councilman Myers stated Land Development updates are as follows:

• CVS Property: Construction at 24-28 S. York Road is completed, Philly Philly Cheesesteak has been issued their permits for their fit out, and the developer is currently leasing the apartments.
• 21-23 & 37 N. York Road (Canalley Property): Development continues.
• Gamburg’s: The Borough does not have any updates regarding proposed land development applications or projects for the Gamburg’s property.
• 333 North York Road: JSC Rehabs went before the Planning Commission on Tuesday, August 12th to discuss a proposed minor Land Development Application that would convert the existing vacant commercial office space at Stonybrook Condominiums into 4 townhomes. The developer is working on addressing the items discussed by the Planning Commission and will resubmit plans to the Borough. Once Engineer MacNair and Planner Kennedy are comfortable with the revisions, these plans will be placed on a future Council Meeting agenda for consideration.

• 333 N. YORK ROAD LAND DEVELOPMENT – Councilman Myers stated On August 12, 2025, the Planning Commission issued a favorable recommendation on the Minor Land Development Application for the property at 333 N. York Road. Under this project, the applicant proposed to convert an existing commercial space into 4 residential townhomes (staff will have rendering included in your packets on the screen during the meeting). The Planning Commission recommendation was contingent on the applicant adhering to all requirements within the review letters from Planner Kennedy, Engineer MacNair, Fire Marshal Valesky, and speaking with the HOA on trash matters. The Developer has proven to meet all comments and concerns within these review letters. As a result, Council will need to review and, if appropriate, consider approval of the minor land development application. A resolution as well as copies of the plans for the project are included in Council’s packets for review. This item will be on the voting meeting portion of the agenda for consideration. The applicant/developer, his attorney and engineer gave a brief presentation on what they have proposed for 333 N. York Road. Bill Tompkins, 161 Spring Avenue, asked when the applicant will apply for their permit and their attorney stated they already did.

• CCA APPEAL RATIFICATION – Councilman Myers stated Included in your packet is a memo from Manager Hegele containing information regarding the CCA Appeal. As you are aware, the Borough joined multiple other municipalities in the Community Choice Aggregate program which aims to provide green energy to residents. Joining these efforts have been zero cost. The Borough and other municipalities were notified that the CCA petition made to the Pennsylvania Utilities Commission was denied and that the attorney handling the petition is filing an appeal. Because of the very short timeline required for a response, Manager Hegele authorized Hatboro’s participation in the appeal if there are still no costs to the Borough. If at any time there are costs to be incurred by the Borough, we will no longer participate in the appeal process. Council will need to ratify the approval of this authorization during the meeting. This item will be on the voting meeting portion of the agenda for consideration.

• RATIFICATION OF EL LIMON APPEAL – Councilman Myers stated included in your packets is a memo from Manager Hegele regarding the El Limon Appeal. This item will be on the voting meeting portion of the agenda for consideration.

• HISTORICAL COMMISSION APPOINTMENT – Councilman Myers stated included in your packet is a letter of interest from resident Ron Webb who is interested in serving on the Historical Commission. If appointed, Mr. Webb’s term would end December 31, 2027. This item will be on the voting meeting portion of the agenda for consideration.

• PARKING COMMISSION APPOINTMENT – Councilman Myers stated included in your packet is a letter of interest from resident Dolores Roberto who is interested in serving on the Parking Commission. If appointed, Ms. Roberto’s term would end on December 31, 2026. This item will be on the voting meeting portion of the agenda for consideration.

• ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCIL RESIGNATION – Councilman Myers stated included in your packet is a letter of resignation from Victoria Szaliga who is stepping down from the Environmental Advisory Council due to other commitments. Council will need to accept her resignation from the EAC accordingly. This item will be on the voting meeting portion of the agenda for consideration.

• ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCIL VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT – Councilman Myers stated as noted above, there is now a vacancy on the EAC. Interested residents should submit a letter of interest to Manager Hegele.

• 24-28 S. YORK ROAD PARKING SIGN DISCUSSION – Councilman Myers stated in August, Borough Council reviewed two sign options for the Shoppers Lot sign on Orchard Avenue as presented by the Milliner Lofts Developer. At Council’s request, the Developer redesigned the sign and provided a second option for the sign. This second option is included in packets for review as is the original design. Council will need to review both signs to determine if you prefer one over the other or wish to keep the sign the same as it currently is. Once a determination is made, staff will work with the developer accordingly. This item will be on the voting meeting portion of the agenda for consideration. Gary Blickley, 46 Harding Avenue, stated that he is opposed to the signage as it shows individual use and there is already signage which states it’s their lot and there is no small-town feel. Mariann Reymer, 120 Summit Avenue, is opposed to changing the signage.

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

PUBLIC COMMENT – There was no public comment.

ADJOURNMENT – President Bollendorf adjourned the September 22, 2025, Committee Meeting 9:02 P.M.

COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA

CALL TO ORDER – President Bollendorf called the September 22, 2025, Council Meeting to order at 9:10 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.

VOTING ITEM #22 – 333 N. YORK ROAD LAND DEVELOPMENT –
WAIVER 1 – Councilwoman Shay made a motion to permit the application to be reviewed as Minor Land Development when the need for a zoning variance shall disqualify the land development from being a from being considered Minor Land Development. Motion was seconded by Councilman Hoover, all ayes. Morion carried 7-0.

WAIVER 2 – Councilwoman Hendrickson made a motion to permit the access driveway to be reduced to a minimum width of 24 feet in front of and west of the new townhome building, which is less than the minimum required width of 30 feet. The existing driveway width is 27.5 in front of the commercial building. Motion seconded by Vice President Reichner, all ayes. Motion carried 7-0.

WAIVER 3 – Councilwoman Shay made a motion to permit grading within 5 feet of the property line. Motion was seconded by Councilman Hoover, all ayres. Motion carried 7-0.

WAIVER 4 – Councilman Hoover made a motion to permit the property line buffer to remain at 8.8 ft. wide long the Hatboro Medical Associates property line where 25 feet is requested. Motion was seconded by Vice President Reichner, all ayes. Motion carried 7-0.

WAIVER 5 – Councilwoman Jacobus made amotion to permit no planting island among the 13 community parking spaces, 7 of which are to be relocated to eliminate the encroachment on the adjacent property, and to permit no planting island among the 14 spaces in front of the new townhouse building. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Hendrickson, all ayes. Motion carried 7-0.

WAIVER 6 – Councilman Hoover made a motion to waive the requirement to install new sidewalks along common parking areas. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Shay, all yes. Motion carried 7-0.

FINAL – Councilwoman Jacobus made a motion to approve Resolution 2025-4, approving the minor Land Development Application for the property at 33 N. York Road. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Shay, all ayes. Motion carried 7-0.

PUBLIC COMMENT –
Kelly A ‘Harrah, 145 W. Lehman Avenue, regarding the PHS grant stated the University was out last week to discuss the trees and the project they are trying to get going this year is to survey the trees. Klye and Sarah on o the Shade Tree Commission and they are all trying to work together this is about safety and understanding as we must know what we are dealing with our trees or mistakes are going to happen by removing trees that shouldn’t have been removed or spending money on unnecessary removal. She also wondered if one option would fundraise or request to use youths to help identify and catalog the trees.
Kyle Stolarik, 400 Madison Avenue, stated that he agrees with Kelly as we should know everything, we have but disagrees with having youths identify the trees. Kelly A ‘Harrah clarified that the youth she spoke of are those who are trained arbor care and are in the age range of 18-25 who are getting a lot of training.

Sarah Cunningham, 221 N York Road, thinks that it is important to catalog all the trees.
MAYORS REPORT – Mayor Schultz thanked everyone for their condolences regarding his moms passing last month, extended his condolences to the Battis family on the recent passing of longtime resident Ron Battis, reviewed past events and announced the upcoming events, announced the Parade will be here before we know it, sidewalk sale was a success and thanked business owner Sarah Cunningham for organizing, the final cruise night was last Friday and thanked the PD, and congratulate new business Concordance Ferments on their open last weekend.

OFFICER’S REPORTS –
• PRESIDENT’S REPORT – President Bollendorf stated Rosh Hashana is this week and acknowledged those who celebrate, it is getting darker earlier now so please be careful with kids, and please dispose of leaves in biodegradable bags and do not blow them into the street.
• TREASURER’S REPORT – Treasurer Smith stated the balance in all accounts for the period ending August 31, 2025, is $ 3,457,143.09 with interest earned in the amount of $ 4,782.69.

SOLICITOR’S REPORT – Solicitor Geiser stated besides assisting Borough staff with routine matters, she has no report this evening.

ENGINEER’S REPORT – Engineer MacNair stated her report this evening was covered in all of the committee reports during the Committee meeting.

MANAGER’S REPORT – Manager Hegele stated the Planning Commission met and is nearing completion of the zoning re-write review. They announced they would need two more meetings and then a draft should be ready to come to staff and council. Stay tuned for the next steps, probably in January 2026 for the document to be available to the public and for the council to begin the process to adopt. The ZHB met and had one application for 303 Warren Road to permit a short-term air BNB rental. The application was approved. The resident had been doing this and there were no issues at all, it was discovered when they came in and wanted info on inspections and business privilege tax. Fisher & Porter Superfund Site Information. This site is in Warminster Township along County Line Road from Jax. to Warminster Road. The EPA sent notices out to residents. The Borough received a notice that was sent to the pool only on 9/16, the notice is notifying that the EPA will be conducting additional investigations at the site Monday through Friday from 7 AM to 5 PM from September through November, no specific dates listed. Work does not impact traffic and there will be no road closures. The notice has contact information and a QR code to access information about the site. The Borough will be happy to post the information on our website for anyone interested. This is again not in the Borough, so we have no further information to share, we have the same info that was sent to our residents. Thank you to the Hatboro Police, specifically Sgt. Bruckner, Officers Figeroa and Kimball for responding to Borough Hall earlier this month when staff had an issue with an irate resident. We got to see firsthand what some of our officers must endure doing their job. We are very fortunate to have a dedicated and professional group of officers who are here when we and others need them. Montgomery County notified us that they are submitting the PP Traffic Garden project for nomination for award from the Design Philly program. Budget: The Borough has received a few calls regarding the Borough Budget. Assistant Secretary DeRenzis has put together some slides to explain the process and where residents and property owners can view this information. Assistant Secretary DeRenzis gave a presentation on the Borough Budget and process.

STAFF REPORTS –
POLICE – Chief Ruegg stated to be aware for a new cyber scam, the next coffee with a cop is 10/1 AT Stell Penny Café at 8:15 AM, Sgt. Paul completed FEMA training, 2 officers completed narcotics school, the PD holding kennel passed inspection, and congratulated Ken Johnson on his retirement. Chief Ruegg stated that in as everyone knows there was a fatal accident at York and Crooked billet Roads and there were a lot of calls from residents expressing concerns that people have spoken about earlier tonight. Regarding the last fatal accident, that has been closed and the contributing factors were speed and intoxication and unfortunately sometimes, when people drive recklessly or intoxicated, no amount of safety precautions will prevent a tragedy like that from happening. He stated that he had a conversation with the Public Safety Committee and have ongoing conversations about safety and how to make the roads safer, but it can’t happen instantaneously. He stated on one of his conversations, someone brough up road dieting but there are consequences that go along with a road change such as congestion and back up. He has spoken to PennDOT and discussed options on York Road such as condensing lanes, guard rails, speed reduction and safety improvements. He stated that he has requested a safety study for that area and Penn Dot was also open to helping start a speed the speed study. He stated that as we go along with the process, he will share the results with the public and then we can do from there.

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

PUBLIC WORKS – Manager Hegele stated Working with the engineer and developer for the Wawa property on issues with the traffic light, the pre-emptor has not been working correctly. I am happy to report the parts are in and the light should be fixed, I forgot to look this morning on my way in, so I apologize it may have already been taken care of last week when I was out of the office. PW also did sidewalk repairs to Borough owned walks last week. Several sidewalk blocks were replaced along Miller Meadow. Working with staff on the final signage for the Gold Star Garden, once sign in, PW staff will get installed. This is the final piece to the Gold Star Garden Project. Bricks are still available for anyone looking to purchase. 501 S. York Road drainage project is complete, only thing left is to finish fence install around top of the drain and along top of drive at 501. The total costs were expected to be much higher; I am happy to report our talented PW staff got this project done at around $10K. Thank you, PW staff, for always looking to save the Borough taxpayers money. PW did two big stormwater projects this year in house saving the Borough over $100K in costs. Working with the Fire Marshal and Events Committee on the final party in the park this Friday. Reminder, we do not offer curbside pickup of leaves, do not place them in the street and do not park on top of leaves.

DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT – There was no report this evening.

FIRE MARSHAL – Fire Marshal Valesky stated The Borough of Hatboro Fire Marshal’s Office provides the following report of activities for the month of August 2025. INSPECTIONS: 34 Commercial Fire Inspections (YTD as of 8/31: 170) *NOTE: This number includes Fire Inspections and Commercial U&O Inspections. -6 Fire Re-inspection 10 Residential U&O Inspections (YTD as of 8/31: 70) -1 Residential U&O reinspection 42 Units/ 7 Properties Rental Inspections (YTD as of 8/31: 417 Units/110 Properties) -2 Rental Re-inspection FIRE CALLS/INVESTIGATIONS: 3 Fire Calls (YTD as of 8/31: 71) -DETAILS: Struck gas leak, fire alarm 0 Investigations (YTD as of 8/31: 13) -DETAILS: None SMOKE DETECTOR INSTALLS: In partnership with the Red Cross, I assisted with installing 3 smoke alarms (YTD as of 8/31: 65) *Note- I have found homes during U&O inspections or rentals that do not have working smoke detectors, or enough working smoke detectors. By code, you are required to have one smoke detector on every level of your home, and one in each bedroom. I recommend every home have at least one CO detector, but two would be better. If you need smoke detectors, please reach out. Fire Marshal Valesky stated TRAINING: I attended the monthly Bucks County Fire Marshal Association meeting. I attended a webinar on recruitment & retention in the fire service. I attended a webinar on LPG (compressed gas) vehicles. I attended a webinar on Carbon Monoxide detection. I attended a sprinkler/standpipe class taught by the NFSA. PERMITS: 0 Fire Permits (YTD: 0) PROPERTY MAINTENANCE: We received 64 complaints (YTD: 402). The breakdown is as follows: 8 Work w/o permit complaints 4 Unregistered rental complaint 3 Unregistered business complaints 28 Grass/tree/overgrowth complaint 8 Safety/Fire complaints (failed wall, sinkhole, wires, no address, sidewalk tripping) 4 Misc. complaints (using Boro trash cans, graffiti, zoning, potholes) 9 Shade Tree (York Rd trees) COURT: 1 Cases. Follow-up to Pennypack modular case. Settled in Borough Favor. OTHER: I completed a plan review for the townhomes proposed at 333 N. York Rd. I met with the Library Director to conduct fire planning and training. I conducted a radio test and walkthrough/preplanning of Milliner Lofts with the fire company officers. I met with the following residents/tenants/property owners regarding issues: 1. Met with owner and Engineer for sinkhole to rear of 420 Jacksonville Road. 2. Met with the owner of 210 N. York Rd re: work found without permits. 3. Met with the Engineer and other staff at the Gamburg’s sinkhole. 4. Met with the new owners of Gospel Hall (23 W. Moreland) to answer questions. 5. 304 E. Moreland- Multiple site visits w/ BCO, emails, follow-ups, etc. all due to work without permits that was first discovered in July of 2024. MONTHLY SAFETY MESSAGE: September is College Safety Month! These home safety tips are a great refresher but also a good thing to teach kids who have just moved to college. • Test smoke alarms monthly and replace batteries as needed. Need smoke detectors? We have some! • Develop and practice a fire escape plan with your family (and roommates). Establish two ways out of each room and a safe meeting place outside. • Keep exits clear! Clutter has got to go, keep those escape routes free and clear. • Ensure house numbers are clearly visible from the street. Fire Marshal Valesky stated The Borough of Hatboro Emergency Management Coordinator provides the following report of activities for the month of August 2025. TRAINING: I attended the monthly Eastern Montgomery County Emergency Management Group Meeting. I attended the Montgomery County Emergency Management Monthly Training- topic was Flood Impact & Situational Awareness Tools. I attended a three-part series of classes on Public Information and Public Speaking. OTHER: I began a 2025 review of our plan and prepped it to send to the County for review. I continued to enter our planned events into the WebEOC. I continued working on our special need’s registry. If any resident wishes to be on the special need’s registry, please reach out to Borough Hall. MONTHLY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT TIP: September is time to be #NationalPreparedness Month. Emergencies can happen at any time. Is your family ready in the event of one? o Prepare a kit that includes supplies for at least 72 hours. Include non-perishable foods, flashlights, first-aid kits, medications, etc. Include needs for pets and other special needs. o Plan. Know where to meet, who to call. Identify an out-of-area contact who may not be affected by the same event to communicate with. o Know your risks and prepare for them. There are online classes through the Red Cross and FEMA that you can take. o Sign-up for emergency alerts and county specific alerts. Weather alerts, Savvy Citizen, ReadyMontco, Crimewatch. o Download and utilize safety apps. o Take a CPR/AED class.

FIRE COMPANY – President Croak stated the EFC report for the month of August is as follows: 19 total calls 12 of which were in Hatboro and 7 assists to other townships. He also stated that the team is proactive in expanding their skills and knowledge with continuing their Wednesday night training on sprinkler awareness, ground ladder work and SCBA, going over new saw and equipment, and new driver qualifications. He also stated August was slow regarding community events, but September is Bingo, and the 2025 annual fund drive is out in the mail.

UNION LIBRARY REPORT – Representative Kennedy stated since August 1, 2025, there are 61 new library card members, ordered and received 62 new books, held 43 programs, and checked out 2,720 books, DVDs, etcetera. She also stated that Director Christine represented the library and local veterans at the Army Expo this past weekend, annual book sale was a success raising $1900, the Baker Fisher Cam 101 sponsored an encampment on the library back lawn, volunteer day is October 13th, and talking with heaven event is October 16th with International Author & Spirit medium Karen T Huchen.

ORDER OF BUSINESS AND VOTING ITEMS
ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF REPORTS – Councilwoman Shay made a motion to acknowledge the receipt of Public Works, Fire Marshal, Treasurer’s Reports, Shade Tree Minutes, UMHJSA Minutes, and Environmental Advisory Council Minutes. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Jacobus, all ayes. Morion carried 7-0.

APPROVAL OF WARRRANT LIST, PAYMENT OF BILLS, MANUAL CHECKS, AND TRANSFERS – Councilman Hoover made a motion to approve Warrant List, Payment of bills, Manuel Checks, and Transfers for the month of September 2025. Motion was seconded by Vice President Reichner, all ayes. motion carried 7-0.

JULY 21, 2025, COMMITTEE/COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES – Councilwoman Shay made a motion to approve the July 21, 2025, Committee/Council Meeting Minutes. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Hendrickson. Motion carried 5-0 with 2 abstentions as President Bollendorf and Councilwoman Jacobus were excused from the meeting.

AUGUST 18, 2025, COMMITTEE/COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES – Councilwoman Hendrickson made a motion to approve the August 18, 2025, Committee/Council Meeting Minutes. Motion was seconded by Councilman Myers. Motion carried 5-0 with 2 abstentions as Vice President Reichner and Councilman Hoover were excused from the meeting.

ENTERPRISE FIRE COMPANY EXPENDITURE LIST – Councilwoman Jacobus made a motion to approve the Enterprise Fire Company Expenditure List for the month of August 2025 in the amount of $ 11, 452.44. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Shay, all ayes. Motion carried 7-0.

LIBRARY EXPENDITURE LIST – Councilman Hoover made a motion to approve the Union Library Expenditure List for the month of August 2025 in the amount of $ 22,159.00. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Shay, all ayes. Motion carried 7-0.

PA OUTDOOR CORPS GRANT APPLICATION – Councilman Myers made a motion to approve application to the PA Outdoor Corps Grant Program to conduct a tree inventory in the Borough’s Parks. Motion was seconded by Vice President Reichner, all ayes. Motion carried 7-0.

100 MEADOWBROOK AVENUE ESCROW RELEASE – Vice President Reichner made a motion to approve an escrow release in the amount of $ 1,250.00 for the 100 Meadowbrook Avenue Project. Motion was seconded by Councilman Hoover, all ayes. Motion carried 7-0.

2026 MMO – Vice President Reichner made a motion to approve the 2026 Minimum Municipal Obligation for the Borough’s Pension Plans in the amount of $ 432,592.00. Motion was seconded by Councilman Myers, all yes. Motion carried 7-0.

PERDUE PHARMA BANKRUPTCY PLAN APPROVAL – Councilwoman Shay made a motion to approve the Perdue Pharma Bankruptcy Plan. Motion was seconded by Councilman Myers, all ayes. Motion carried 7-0.

HOPELESSLY DEVOTED SENIOR PROM SPECIAL EVENT REQUEST – Councilman Hoover made amotion to approve the Special Event Request for the Hopelessly Devoted Senior Prom Event taking place on November 8, 2025, at the Pennypack Community Center. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Jacobus, all ayes. Motion carried 7-0.

CUB SCOUT PACK 17 BLUE & GOLD CROSSOVER SPECIAL EVENT REQUEST – Vice President Reichner made a motion to approve the Special Event Request for the Pack 17 Gold Blue Crossover Event on February 28, 2026, the Pennypack Community Center. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Shay, all ayes, Motion carried 7-0.

CUB SCOUT PACK 17 BBQ SPECIAL EVENT REQUEST – Councilman Hoover made a motion to ratify approval of the Special Event Request for the Cub Scout Pack 17 Picnic and BBQ which took place on August 23 in Eaton Park. Motion was seconded by Vice President Reichner, all ayes. Motion carried 7-0.

LINKED SOULS PARANORMAL SPECIAL EVENT REQUESTS – Councilman Myers made a motion to ratify approval of the Special Event Request for the Linked Souls Paranormal Event taking place at the Pennypack Community Center on October 5, 2025. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Shay. Motion carried 6-0 with 1 abstention as Councilwoman Hendrickson submitted the request.

HATBORO HORSHAM SOCCER CLUB FALL SEASON SPECIAL EVENT REQUEST – Councilman Myers made a motion to ratify approval of the Special Event Request for the Hatboro Horsham Soccer Club Fall Season taking place from August 1, 2025, through November 30, 2025, in Memorial Park and the Pennypack Property. Motion was seconded by Councilman Hoover, all ayes. Motion carried 7-0.

NO KINGS PROTEST SPECIAL EVENT REQUEST – Councilwoman Jacobus made a motion to approve the Special Event Request for a No Kings in Hatboro Protest on October 18. 2025 in Miller Meadow. Motion was seconded by Vice President Reichner, Councilwoman Shay nay. Motion carried 6-1.

CRESSBROOK ARCHAEOLOGICAL DIG SPECIAL EVENT REQUEST – Councilwoman Jacobus made a motion to approve the Special Event Request for the Millbrook Society Archaeological Dig at the Cressbrook property. This dig will take place through October 1, 2026. Motion was seconded by Councilman Myers, all ayes. Motion carried 7-0.

ROAD/STREET OPENING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT – Vice President Reichner made a motion to authorize Solicitor Geiser and Borough Staff to advertise the proposed Street Opening Ordinance Amendment. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Hendrickson, all ayes. Motion carried 7-0.

SIDEWALK/CURB ORDINANCE AMENDMENT – Councilman Hoover made a motion to authorize Solicitor Geiser and Borough Staff to advertise the proposed Sidewalk Ordinance Amendment. Motion was seconded by Vice President Reichner, all ayes. Motion carried 7-0.

2025 ROAD PROGRAM CHANGE ORDER #1– Councilwoman Jacobus made a motion to approve change order #1 for the 2025 Road Program, reducing the total contract value by $ 4,580.00. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Shay, all ayes. Motion carried 7-0.

2025 FALL PHS TREE TENDERS PLANTING REQUEST – Councilman Myers made amotion to approve the 2025 Fall PHS Tree tenders Planting Request in accordance with the permit approved by the Shade Tree Commission to plant 36 trees. Motion was seconded by Councilman Hoover, all ayes. Motion carried 7-0.

CCA APPEAL RATIFICATION – Vice President Reichner made a motion to ratify submission of appeal to the Pennsylvania Utility Commission’s denial of the Community Choice Aggregate Petition. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Shay, all ayes. Motion carried 7-0.

EL LIMON (222 N. YORK ROAD) ZONING APPEAL RATIFICATION – Councilman Hoover made a motion to ratify the Borough’s entrance of an appeal to the Zoning Hearing Board’s decision on the 222 N York Road decision. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Shay, all ayes, Motion carried 7-0.

HISTORICAL COMMISSION APPOINTMENT – Councilwoman Shay made a motion to appoint Ron Webb to the Historical Commission for a term of 2 years, expiring on December 31, 2027. Motion was seconded by Vice President Reichner, all ayes. Motion carried 7-0.

PARKING COMMISSION APPOINTMENT – Councilwoman Hendrickson made a motion to appoint Delores Roberto t the Parking Commission for a term of one year, expiring on December 31, 2026. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Jacobus, all ayes. Motion carried 7-0.

ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCIL RESIGNATION – Councilman Myers made a moto to accept the resignation of Victoria Szaliga from the Environmental Advisory Council. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Shay, all yes. Motion carried 7-0.

24-28 S. YORK ROAD PARKING SIGN – No motion was made.

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

NEW BUSINESS – There was no new business.

PUBLIC COMMENT – Jaclyn Wipplinger, 17 S York Road, stated that she had reached out regarding the Trunk or Treat and received no response from anyone on the Committee and asked why the time was changed to only one hour for the kids. Councilman Myers stated that last year cars ran out of candy and that it wasn’t shortened, but just rolled into the adult portion. She stated that she has people who want to donate but wants to be clear about the event. President Bollendorf stated that there is a meeting Wednesday, and they can discuss the event at that time.

Bill Tompkins, Spring Avenue, stated when he submitted the dig request, he submitted a proposal on behalf of the clock committee to move the clock in the bell from the tower and would be no cost to the Borough and would like to get it on the agenda.

Marianne Reymer, 120 Sumit Avenue, asked why there is only ne meeting a month. President Bollendorf stated that there is a combined meeting in the summer, and they wanted to see if one meeting a month would work out as it saves on paying professionals to come out etcetera. Mrs. Reymer stated that she would like to go back to two meetings a month.

Sarah Cunningham, 221 N York Road, stated they discussed at their last meeting that the Borough has a Shade tree Ordinance which requires the trees to have mulch and they noticed some pits have black rocks where mulch should be and asked who enforces that and President Bollendorf stated the Borough Manager. She stated that she would like to see all the tree pits the same. Manager Hegele stated Shade Tree Chair made up a flyer which the Fire Marshal has been handing out during her inspections and Milliner Lofts will get into compliance before he closes out his documents. She also stated that she has emails and a document for the Chair so there must be lack of communication. She stated there are about 65 shade trees on York Road with open complaints and staff is working on detaining letters to each of the properties that she will go over in detail exactly what they must change under the ordinance and cite specific things they must do. She stated she spoke with Kyle on the break, and they are gong to try to set up a meeting to clear up any possible miscommunication.

Kelly A ‘Harrah. 145 W. Lehman Avenue stated that she wants to suggest looking into hiring a certified Arborist to have on staff.

ADJOURNMENT – Councilwoman Shay made a motion to adjourn the September 22, 2025, Council Meeting. Motion was seconded by Councilman Hoover, all ayes. Motion carried 7-0. President Bollendorf adjourned the September 22, 2025, Council Meeting at 10:37 P.M.

Respectfully submitted by:
Diane C. Hegele, Borough Manager

NEW BUSINESS1) Public Safety Committee