September 28, 2021  MILLERSVILLE BOROUGH COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES The MILLERSVILLE BOROUGH COUNCIL MEETING was held on Tuesday, September 28, 2021, ini the Millersville Borough Public Meeting Room located at 100 Municipal  Drive, Millersville, Pennsylvania.  The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Council President Carrie Smith followed by the pledge to the flag and a moment of silence was then observed. President Smith thanked those in attendance for coming out tonight and encouraged everyone to use the sign-in sheet.  COUNCIL MEMBERS  Carrie L. Smith Lauren E. Hauck Linda L. Bellile Daniel P. Ostrowski  DavidT. Aichele, Mayor Brooke G. Magni Mary Ann Gerber Lynn M. Miller  OTHERS PRESENT  John D. Rochat, Borough Manager & Millersville Borough Chiefo ofPolice Lieutenant Jeffrey Margevich, Millersville Borough Police Department  Dr. Victor DeSantis, Millersville University W. David Sykes, 344 Valley Road, Millersville Sam Bigler, 17 Wabank Road, Millersville Stephanie Hersh, 72 Blue Rock Road, Millersville Dorothy Imel, 1902 Blue Ridge Drive, Lancaster Jere Martin, 149 E. Cottage Avenue, Millersville Elizabeth and Paul West, 3 Chamberlain Lane, Millersville Patricia Dumas, 3 Chamberlain Lane, Millersville Richard Frantz, 55 N Duke Street, Millersville Rev. Robert L. Haslam, 216 Herr Avenue, Millersville CITIZENS' REQUESTS OR CONCERNS  Elaine Walmer, LNP  Mr. Frantz of 55 North Duke Street wanted to address the speeding issue by asking Council to consider adding a white line near the edge oft the road to make the roadway appear less wide. He also voiced a concern for the inconsistent trash service. He stated his son's trash is sometimes not picked up. His son lives at 123-125 North Prince Street. Ms. Hauck replied that the trash service challenges are not unique to the Borough. Issues are across municipalities and across carriers. He understands it is a combination of complex issues, however, maybe more could be done by the residents to help with the trash pickup. President Smith suggested aj posting Ms. Dumas of3 Chamberlain Lane wanted tol know ift there is any new information on the Chamberlain Lane issues. Chief Rochat replied that our engineer has received plans from Grande's engineer addressing all the issues. Our engineer has reviewed the plans and the Borough received feedback from him today. There are still 3 or 4 items that are considered unsatisfied. Hopefully another pass will have these cleared in a day or two.  to the website to remind citizens how to put their trash out appropriately.  1of4    September 28, 2021  MILLERSVILLE BOROUGH COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES  MINUTES None  REPORTS OF BOARDS, COMMITTEES. AND COMMISSIONS  None  PERSONNEL ADVISORY COMMITTEE REPORT  Mrs. Magni mentioned there is no action coming out of committee. She mentioned there are two or three vacancy positions on the Borough's Boards and Commissions that they willl look  to fill at the October meeting.  PUBLIC WELFARE AND PUBLIC WORKS ADVISORY COMMITTEE REPORT  Ms. Hauck made ai motion out of committee to approve the extension request for the Preliminary Plan for Crossgates Phase II. The time request is until January 12, 2022. With no Ms. Hauck made a motion out of committee to approve leaving the homeowner responsible for the entire sewer line to the main and authorize the rewriting oft the ordinance to increase the clarity. With no discussions the motion passed by a unanimous voice vote. Ms. Hauck made a motion out of committee to award the snow removal one-year contract with the option ofa one-year extension to R&H Excavating at $115 per truck per hour. With no Ms. Hauck made a motion to advertise the ordinance adding ai new. Article VII, Small Wireless Facilities Deployment and tol have the ordinance include the collection ofl legal fees as provided by law. This ordinance will incorporate the provisions of Act 50 of2021 and include fees at the maximum rate allowed under the Act. Mr. Ostrowski seconded the motion. With no  discussions the motion passed by a unanimous voice vote.  discussions the motion passed by a unanimous voice vote.  further discussions the motion passed by a unanimous voice vote.  FINANCE ADVISORY COMMITTEE REPORT  Mrs. Gerber made a motion out of committee to approve the August 2021 monthly financial statements. With no discussions the motion passed by a unanimous voice vote. Mrs. Gerber made ai motion out of committee to approve the Borough's 2022 Minimum Municipal Obligation for the Police Pension Plan in the amount of $528,739. Mrs. Gerber pointed out that this is $50,316 more than last year. It was noted that the employees do not contribute to their pension plan. With no further discussions the motion passed by a unanimous Mrs. Gerber made a motion out of committee to approve the Borough's! 2022 Minimum Municipal Obligation for the Non-Uniform Pension Plan in the amount of$151,262. She: noted that this is $13,177: more than last year and noted that the employees do not contribute to their pension plan. With no discussions the motion passed by a unanimous voice vote.  voice vote.  2of4    September 28, 2021  MILLERSVILLE BOROUGH COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES  MAYOR'S REPORT  Mayor Aichele asked Lt. Margevich to give the August monthly Police Report. The following breakdown was provided. 301 Calls for Service, 1 ordinance complaint which: resulted in a citation, 21 DCR's (disruptive conduct reports), 13 criminal arrests, all were adults, 4 PartI Offenses, cleared 2, 25 Part II Offenses and cleared 22 for an 88% clearance rate. Total traffic violations were 48, noting 21 were for speeding and 27 were other traffic violations. 14 vehicle accidents, 3 were reportable and 11 were non-reportable. 32 parking tickets issued. Total vehicle miles patrolled were 3,873, bicycle miles patrolled were 10.9. He went on to mention one investigation was picked up by him and the Detective. They had one unattended death which was  ruled a suicide.  MILLERSVILLE UNIVERSITY REPORT  Dr. DeSantis thanked Chiefl Rochat and Mr. Boxleitner for their help in securing the necessary permits and approvals tol hold the parade. He reported that the Millersville Parade is almost upon us. On October 16th starting at 8:30 a.m. the parade will begin as usual at the Penn Manor High School. A lot of great work has been done and will be done as they get closer to parade day. He expressed appreciation to all the folks working with them. A quick COVID report, only twelve active cases on campus, eleven are students. He extended a big thank you to Mayor Aichele and others from the Borough who attended the State oft the Ville speech and Garden Party event at the Tanger House. The event marks the traditional opening oft the academic year. He went on to announce that this coming Friday October 1st there will be are- dedication of the Dr. Rita Smith Wade-El Intercultural Center on campus. It will be a celebration of] Dr. Smith Wade-El's life and accomplishments as well as the accomplishments of  the Center SO far. PENN MANOR REPORT None  BOROUGH MANAGER REPORT  ChiefRochat again reminded everyone that the parade is starting al halfhour earlier this year. Hei mentioned the annual Turkey Trot will be held on Thanksgiving Day, November 25th. He also mentioned the Girls on the Run will hold their annual event on November 6th starting at Chief Rochat presented the contract with URDC (Urban Research & Development Corporation) for professional services toj prepare a new comprehensive plan for the Borough. The total fee for completing the comprehensive plan scope of work is $49,600. Ms. Hauck made a motion to enter into the contract, seconded by Ms. Bellile. With no discussions the motion passed  8:45 p.m.  by a unanimous voice vote. PRESIDENT'S REPORT None  3of4    September 28, 2021  MILLERSVILLE BOROUGH COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES  NEW BUSINESS  President Smith announced that the Planning Commission has appointed a Steering Committee for the work tol be done on the Comprehensive Plan. Ms. Hauck made a motion to approve the Steering Committee members list as presented. Ms. Bellile seconded the motion. Ms. Hauck explained the purpose oft the Steering Committee and confirmed that they are an advisory group only, with no authority. With no further discussions the motion passed by a President Smith asked for ai motion to advertise the Planning Commission's first public meeting for the Comprehensive Plan on October 7,2021 starting at 7 p.m. Ms. Hauck made such a motion, seconded by Ms. Bellile. With no discussions the motion passed by al unanimous voice Mrs. Gerber commented that we may be overlooking an important resource on the Steering Committee members list. That would be the Mayor. After discussions, Mrs. Gerber made a motion to amend the Steering Committee members by adding Mayor Aichele. Ms. Hauck seconded the motion. With no further discussions the motion passed by a unanimous voice vote.  unanimous voice vote.  vote.  UNFINISHED BUSINESS  None  EXECUTIVE SESSION the Police Association. ADJOURNMENT  Council broke for an executive session at 7:52 p.m. to discuss contract negotiations with  With no action necessary out of the executive session, Mr. Ostrowski made ai motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:15 p.m., seconded by Ms. Bellile. The motion passed by unanimous  voice vote.  Respectfully submitted,  Borough Secretary  CE  JDR/jle  4of4