Hanover Borough Council Minutes, April 24, 2024  President Reichart convened the public meeting of Hanover Borough Council on Monday, April 24, 2024 at 7:03 PM in the Hanover Borough Council Chamber, 44 Frederick Street, Hanover, PA, as Community Media was present to conduct a video and audio recording of the meeting via Zoom  advertised.  presentation for all citizens to have access. PRELIMINARY MATTERS & OFFICERS' REPORTS  President Reichart called the regular business of the meeting to order and asked all those in attendance On roll callt the following answered as present: Mr. Bubb, Mrs. Funk, Mrs. Greenholt, Mr. Hegberg, Mr. Kress, Mr. Lookenbill, Mr. Reichart, Mr. Roland and Dr. Rupp; Mayor Whitman; Solicitor Shultis; Staff Members Secretary Felix and Borough Manager Lewis; Council Member Fuentes and Junior Acknowledgement of Executive Session: Solicitor Shultis stated that there was an Executive Session held Wednesday, April 24, 2024 prior to this meeting from 6:45 PM to 7:12 PM involving the  tor recite the Pledge of Allegiance followed by a moment of silence.  Counciipersons Huston and Persaud were not in attendance. following items under Sections 708a (4) & (5) of the Sunshine Act:  Library Update  Rental Registration & Inspection Ordinance  Public Comment:  Arthur J. Becker,Jr.. Esquire, 529 Carlisle Street: Mr. Becker stated that he represents citizens who are opposed to the enactment of the proposed rental registration and inspection ordinance. He questioned the lack of information regarding cost, and various logistics for the enforcement of the ordinance. He criticized thel logistics of the survey for the proposed ordinance. He suggested a revision oft the current proposal and asked Council to table thei item to a future agenda for more discussion. Phil Redding, 230 Stock Street: Mr. Redding stated his support ofMr. Becker's opinion oni the proposed rental registration and inspection ordinance. He asked if consideration was given to amend the current Robert Holt, 513 High Street: Mr. Holt thanked Council for their enforcement actions regarding the York Street property thati isl listed on the agenda this evening. He asked that Council delay any action on the proposed boat rental at the dams. He asked for more discussion ont the issue and a public hearing. Mr. Holt expressed concern regarding potential costs for the proposed rental registration and inspection  ordinance, instead of enacting ar new ordinance.  ordinance, and for Council to consider tabling the item. President Reichart thanked all oft the citizens for their comments.  Proclamation: Mayor Whitman presented the following proclamation to the Mason Dixon Chapter of the Alliance of Bikers Aimed Toward Education for Motorcycle Awareness (A.B.A.T.E.) Month:  PROCLAMATION MAY2024  MOTORCYCLE SAFETYAWARENESS MONTH"  WHEREAS, A.B.A.T.E. of Pennsylvania, otherwise. known ast the Alliance of Bikers Aimed Toward Education is WHEREAS, As part oft this mission they are also active in the elimination of unfair legislation as it concerns WHEREAS, The OSAL program which is often presented to high school students and civic organizations and WHEREAS, The safety of all York County motorists is a priority, and all highway users have a responsibility in  an organization of motorcyclists dedicated to the protection of the individual rights of motorcyclists through political change, public education and charitable works; and motorcyclists, promoting motorcycle safety through both motorist and rider education, such as the Operation Save al Life program, otherwise known as OSAL and improving thei image ofmotorcycles the like, teaches driver awareness of motorcyclists on the roadways in an effort to reduce the safe sharing of roadways throughout York County. Over one million licensed motorcyclists within the Commonwealth are required to obey current laws to operate a motorcycle  tot the general public; and motorist/motorcycle crashes; and  safely; and    Hanover Borough Council Minutes, April 24, 2024, Page 2  WHEREAS, Itis important that all citizens be aware of motorcycles on the streets and highways and recognize WHEREAS, In efforts to reduce the number of motorcycle accidents and fatalities, during the month of May,  the importance ofs staying alert and being aware oft their presence; and York County will continue their advocacy of motorcycle safety.  NOW THEREFORE, BEITFURTHER RESOLVED, 1, SueAnn Whitman, Mayor oft the Borough of Hanover, York County, Pennsylvania, Ihereby designate the month of May 2024 as "Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month" ande encourage all Hanover Borough residents tol learn more about the efforts to promote safety and motorcycle awareness to allo drivers that share the roadways. Ihereunto set my hand and cause my seal to be affixed this 24th day of Apri, 2024.  SueAnn Whitman, Mayor  Mr. Dale Bradt, 1094 Pine Grove Road, Hanover, PA, Mason Dixon Chapter of ABATE serving Adams and' York counties, read as statement outlining the background and contributions oft the organization and Presentation: Jennifer Caron, Bond attorney from Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC, Harrisburg, PA was present to summarize the maximum parameters debt ordinance on tonight's agenda for Ms. Caron presented Ordinance No. 2364 outlining the legal authorization necessary to undertake the capital project for the new public safety administrative complex and to incur general obligation debt. The ordinance authorizes municipal bonds to be issued int the amount of $9,300,000 and approves the bond purchase contract between PNC Capital Markets which serves as the underwriter, and the Borough. The ordinance addresses other legal obligations and appoints M &Tt to continue to serve as  thanked Mayor Whitman and Hanover Borough Council for their support.  approval.  bonding agent. She asked for any questions from Council and there were none.  Consent Agenda: Agenda:  It was moved by Mr. Kress, seconded by Mr. Hegberg to approve the following items on the Consent  a. Approval of Minutes: b. Finance Reports:  I March 27, 2024 Council Minutes i. Approve Bills for Payment ii. Accept Monthly Financial Statement ii. Accept Report of Monthly Investments Field Use Agreements: - Hanover Diamond Sports - Myers Ballfield  I. I March 27, 2024 Alley' Vacation Public Hearing Minutes  d. United Steelworkers Labor Contract: Approve contract for 2024-2026 e. 33& 44 Frederick Street Capital Building Projects: Approve "single prime" contract A Accept offer to grant extension for YWCAI Preliminary/Final Land Development ii. Approve Resolution No. 1408 for 28-30 Charles Street Preliminary/Final - West Side Railroad Street, south of Bank Lane toward Broadway - Establish 20 . 108 East Chestnut Street, east side Railroad Street at Greer's Restaurant- - h. KavawCanoenen.dasaine Aquatic Rentals: Approve agreement with Susquehanna Recycling Ordinance Amendment: Approve advertisement of ordinance to amend  method  Plan Approvals/xtensions Plan until August 7, 2024 Subdivision Plan  g. Vehicles & Traffic Advertisement of Ordinances: minute time limit fore existing loading zone Establish loading zone with 20 minute time limit Outfitters for Long Arm and Sheppard-Myers reservoirs wording toi include high grade officer paper  Mrs. Funk made a motion to remove Item h. KeyalCanceAon.Casaine Aquatic Rentals from the The previous motion passed approving the consent agenda as written, with Mrs. Funk voting in  consent agenda before vote. The motion died for lack ofa second.  opposition to the motion. Motion carried.    Hanover Borough Council Minutes, April 24, 2024, Page 3  REPORTS OF THE STANDING COMMITTEES  Council Workshop/Finance & Personnel Committee - Mr. Kress  Itv was moved by Mr. Kress, seconded by Mrs. Funk to approve Ordinance No. 2364 for a maximum parameters debt ordinance for the financing of the proposed Public Safety Administrative Complex project at 44 Frederick Street, Hanover, PA. On roll call, the following voted in favor of the ordinance: Mr. Bubb, Mrs. Funk, Mrs. Greenholt, Mr. Hegberg, Mr. Kress, Mr. Lookenbill, Mr. Reichart, Mr. Roland Itwas moved by! Mr. Kress, seconded by Mrs. Funk to approve Ordinance No. 23651 revising the pension benefit formula for the Hanover Borough Employees Pension plan. On roll call, the following voted in favor of the ordinance: Mr. Bubb, Mrs. Funk, Mrs. Greenholt, Mr. Hegberg, Mr. Kress, Mr. Lookenbill, Itwas moved by Mr. Kress, seconded by Mrs. Funk to authorize reduction of municipal lien for 206 York  and Dr. Rupp. Motion carried.  Mr. Reichart, Mr. Roland and Dr. Rupp. Motion carried.  Street toj judgment and to take steps to execute on thej judgment. Motion carried.  Planning Commission = Mr. Hegberg Tree Sewage Facilities Planning Module.  Itwas moved by Mr. Hegberg, seconded by Mr. Kress to approve Resolution No. 1409 for the Cherry Mrs. Funk asked if the sewage facilities planning module was at the developer's cost or the Borough's cost. A citizen representing the developer for the project answered that the sewer module would be  funded by the developer. Motion carried.  Itwas moved by Mr. Hegberg, seconded by Mr. Kress to approve Resolution No. 1410 for conditional approval of the Cherry Tree V Preliminary Land Development Plan. Mrs. Funk voted in opposition to  ther motion. Motion carried.  Public Safety Committee - Mrs. Funk  It was moved by Mrs. Funk, seconded by Mr. Hegberg to approve Ordinance No. 2366 amending Chapter 346 of Thel Hanover Borough Codet for restricted parking on Eagle Avenue, stop signs on Fame Avenue at Moul Avenue intersection andi removal of stop signs no longer needed on East Walnut Street at Fame Avenue and Moulstown Road. On roll call, the following voted in favor of the ordinance: Mr. Bubb, Mrs. Funk, Mrs. Greenholt, Mr. Hegberg, Mr. Kress, Mr. Lookenbill, Mr. Reichart, Mr. Roland and Itv was moved by Mrs. Funk, seconded by Mr. Kress to approve the advertisement of an ordinance for Itwas moved by Mr. Roland, seconded by Mr. Lookenbill to table the motion to approve the advertisement of an ordinance for rental registration and inspection. On roll call, the following voted in favor of the motion: Mr. Roland and Mr. Lookenbill; the remainder of Council members voted in The original motion to approve the advertisement oft the ordinance for rental registration and inspection passed with the following Council members voting in favor of the motion: Mr. Bubb, Mrs. Funk, Mrs. Greenholt, Mr. Hegberg, Mr. Kress, Mr. Reichart, and Dr. Rupp; Mr. Roland and Mr. Lookenbill voted ino opposition to the motion. The motion passed with seven (7) Council members voting in favor of the motion and two (2) council members voting in opposition to the motion. Motion carried. Mayor Whitman asked ift the ordinance could be changed after the Public Safety Committee discussion at their upcoming meeting. Manager Lewis stated the implementation oft the proposed ordinance would Mrs. Greenholt stated that she and Council member Fuentes had questions on the proposed ordinance thats she would like answered before she would vote for the ordinance to be implemented.  Dr. Rupp. Motion carried. rental registration and inspection.  opposition to the motion.  be discussed at the Public Safety Committee meeting.    Hanover Borough Council Minutes, April 24, 2024, Page 4  Solicitor Shultis pointed out that there can be no substantial changes to the ordinance as advertised President Reichart stated that the motion on the agenda tonight is to advertise the proposed ordinance The original motion to approve the advertisement of the proposed rental registration and inspection  unless the ordinance is readvertised to include the changes.  as presented.  was approved, with Mr. Lookenbill voting in opposition to the motion. Motion carried.  Water Resources - Mr. Reichart Rehabilitation project. Motion carried.  It was moved by Mr. Reichart, seconded by Mr. Roland to approve the settlement agreement and change order in the amount of $71,000 with KC Construction for the Sheppard-Myers Dam  MAYOR'S REPORT - Mayor Whitman reported the March highlights: government, empower families and ensure economic prosperity for all. on int the community and how they can help as they make theirf future plans.  3/4: Senator Phillips-Hill, State Reps. Kate Klunk and Mike Jones, Councilman Fuentes and 1, along with local business and faith leaders met with The Libre Initiative to discuss how we can workt together to promote limited 3/5: Ir met with Rev. Dr. Kathy Hoffman and Darlene Klenk at St. Matthew's Church to talk about what is going 3/7: Thel Blue Zones Project Executive Committee had ouri firsti introductory presentation to community business and medical leaders att the Bare Center. This successful, well attended event has garnered a lot of enthusiasm as we continue to grow our steering committee to move this exciting project forward to benefit Hanover and 3/12: Director of Engineering, Eric Mains and met with State Rep. Kate Klunk to go over the Borough's status of our current capital projects, pending funding requests, and future capital improvement initiatives. 3/14: Director of Human Resources, Amy Hill, Councilmen Fuentes and Mr. Roland and attended the Library Board of Governors meeting. This was Counciwoman Darlene Funk's first meeting on the Library Board of 3/19: David Longfield-Smith, Matthew. Jackson and presented the Blue Zones Project to the Hanover Rotary. 3/21: Borough Manager Margie Lewis and met with the Director oft the YWCA, Jody Shaffer and Gloria Marcott of Soul Punch, ac coaching program that helps women to command their power ands safety, to help integrate and 3/23: Councipersons, Borough employees and I attended an all day retreat together. We began the day by touring all of the Borough's facilities from the dams, water treatment, sewer, maintenance, and the transfer station. This was very interesting andi it was impressive tos see all the knowledgeable and dedicated employees we have and the complicated work they do to keep the Borough running smoothly every day. Later we had a 3/25:1 Iwas invited to join in the celebration of Veteran Executive Leadership CEO, Troy Beane, a retired Army Major and Bronze Star recipient, transfer the acquisition of Siegman Forced. Air Systems, Inc. from Ron Siegman, a Navy Veteran, and his wife, Debbie. This marks a significant milestone for both companies showcasing a dedication to excellence and commitment to preserving the exceptional service and values established by Ron 3/28: The Hanover Community, local leadership, the Chamber and Main Street Hanover welcomed Greer's Burger Garage tot the downtown. We thanked chef and owner, Ethan Greer and his family and developer Jordan Ilyes for investing in our downtown. Go grab al burger (vegetarian options available too) and check out the decor and the view from the upstairs windows. They are located at the corner of East Chestnut and Railroad St.  eventually all of York County.  Governors.  findi more ways to! bring this powerful program to our community for all age groups of women.  facilitated workshop tol help define some of our challenges and solutions moving forward.  and Debbie.  President Reichart thanked Mayor Whitman for her report.    Hanover Borough Council Minutes, April 24, 2024, Page 5  OTHER MATTERS Public Comment None was presented.  President Reichart reminded all oft the May Council & Council Committee meetings:  Governance & Policy Committee Enhancement Committee *Public Safety Committee *Water & Sewer Committee Hanover Borough Council:  Monday, May 6, 20246:00PM Wednesday, May 8, 20246:00 PM Monday, May 13, 20246:00PM Tuesday, May 14, 20246:00PM Wednesday, May 22, 20247 7:00PM  Council Workshop/Finance & Personnel: Wednesday, May 15, 20247:00PM  * Committee Meetings will be cancelled ift there is no business. Please advise the Borough Secretary if  you will be unable to attend any meetings.  Adjournment  Itwas moved by Mr. Kress, seconded by! Mrs. Funk to adjourn the meeting at 7:52 PM. Motion carried.  Respectfully submitted, Olamn Dorothy C. Felix Borough Secretary    BOROUGH OFI HANOVER ORDINANCENO.236  AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF HANOVER, YORK COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 62, ARTICLEII ENTITLED BOROUGH OF HANOVER EMPLOYEES PENSION PLAN IN ORDER TO MODIFY THE1 PENSION BENEFIT FORMULA FOR NON-UNION, NON-UNIFORMED EMPLOYEES WHO HAVE ANI HOUR OF SERVICE ON OR. AFTERJ JULY1,2024.  WHEREAS, the Borough of Hanover previously established the Borough of Hanover WHEREAS, the Borough ofl Hanover desires to enact an amendment tot the Plan; NOWTHEREFORE, bei it ordained and enacted by thel Borough of Hanover that the attached amendment of the Borough of Hanover Employees Pension Plan is enacted. Margaret Lewis, Borough Manager ast the agent of the Employer is authorized and directed to  Employees Pension. Plan; and  execute the attached amendment oft thel Plan.  ENACTED AND ORDAINED this 24th day of April, 2024.  ATTEST:  BOROUGH OF HANOVER YORK COUNTVPENISVIVANA  yha Secretary  William W. Reichart II, President  APPROVED this 24! day ofApri1,2024. ah  ueAnn  Whitman, Mayor  533_H064 003:02/202024    AMENDMENT #3 TO THE  BOROUGH OF HANOVER EMPLPYEES PENSION PLAN  As authorized by Section 9.2 oft the Borough of Hanover Employees Pension Plan amended: and restated effective January 1. 2008, the employer, Borough of  ("Plan") as Hanover, hereby  amends the Plan in the following manner: FIRST: Pension Benefit Formula shall read as follows:  Section 3.2(c) is amended to modify thep pension benefitf formula for non-union, non-uniformed employees who have an hour of service on or after July 1, 2024. As amended. Section (c) Pension Benefit Formula. - Unless specifically stated otherwise hereunder, a benefit shall be determined under the pension! benefitf formula ine effect as oft the participant's date credited with his final hour ofs servicef for the employer ort the last date as ofwhich hei is hei a is member The monthly benefit fora aj participant as of his normal retirement age shall equal:  3.2(c)  oft the eligible class of employees, ifearlier.  1.50% of average monthly compensation multiplied by the years of benefit service Notwithstanding: the above, for a participant with 30 or more years of vesting service, the Plan shall provide a monthly minimum! benefit of 70% ofa averager monthly compensation, less the amount of Social Security benefits the participanti is eligible tor receive at the later 100% of participant's normal retirement date ora at age 62 based upon his compensation earned ofthe while full-time non-uniformed employee oft thel Borough. Ifthe participant's normal retirement date is a priort to the participant's attainment ofa age 62, the amount of Social Security benefits included the calculation oft the minimum benefit payable att the participant's normal retirement date ist the in Notwithstanding: the above, for employees who are () non-union and non-uniformed ()! hired on or after. July 1, 2014 and (ii) who dor not! have an! hour ofs service on or after employees, 2024, the monthly benefiti for sucha a participant as of his normal retirement age shall equal: July 1, 1.00% of average monthly compensation multiplied by the years ofb benefit service Notwithstanding the above, for employees who have () an! hour ofs service on or after. and (i) less than 30 years of vesting service, the monthly benefitf for such a participant July 1,2 his 1.50% ofa average monthly compensation multiplied by the years oft benefit service  credited tot the nearest 1/2 year.  amount of Social Security benefits payable ata age 62.  credited tot the nearest 1/2 year. normal retirement ages shall equal:  2024 as of  credited tot the nearest 1/2 year.  SECOND: Effective Date This amendment is made effective as of July 1, 2024. THIRD: Remaining Plan Provisions All other provisions oft the Plan remain inf fullt force and effect.  Executed this 24h day ofApril, 2024 by the duly authorized agent of The  of Borough  Hanover.  William W. Reichart, II, President  5S1084.908.0202024    NO.2366 AN ORDINANCE  AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 685 ENTITLED, "AN ORDINANCE REGULATING TRAFFIC IN AND CERTAIN USES OF THE HIGHWAYS OF THE BOROUGH OF HANOVER, AS SET FORTH IN CHAPTER 346 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE BOROUGH OF BE IT ENACTED AND ORDAINED by the Council of the Borough of Hanover, York County, Pennsylvania, and it is hereby enacted and ordained by the authority of the same as SECTION1: That Ordinance No. 685 entitled "An Ordinance Regulating Traffic In and SECTION 2: That Section 346-1 - Paragraph C of the Code of Ordinances of The Borough of Hanover entitled, "Streets and alleys in which parking is restricted. Parking is restricted in the streets and alleys in the manner hereinafter provided,' shalll be: amended toi include the followingi following items:  HANOVER."  follows:  Certain Uses oft thel Highways of Thel Borough of Hanover" isl hereby amended.  Name of Street Eagle Avenue  Side  Location Street  Both sides Southwardly from East Middle Street to the unnamed alley  parallel with East Hanover St from Eagle Ave tol McAllister  SECTION 3: That Section 346-14 Stop Intersections is hereby amended to include the  followings stopi intersection: Stops Signon Fame. Avenue Fame Avenue  Direction ofl Travel East West  AtIntersectionof Moul Avenue Moul Avenue  SECTION 4: That Section 346-14 Stop Intersections is hereby amended to remove the  followings stop intersections: Stop Signon East Walnut Street East Walnut Street  Direction ofTravel North (current code incorrectly reads west) North (nol longer exists)  AtIntersection of Fame Avenue Moulstown Road  NOW,THEREFORE, BEI ITI ENACTED AND ORDAINED this 24th day of April, 2024 that  Chapter 346 oft the Code of Ordinances ofThel Borough ofH Hanover isl hereby amended.  ATTEST: Secrétary  THE BOROUGH OFI HANOVER Council (Vice) President  p4im  APPROVED this 24th day of April,2024.  Ca A alho  Mayor    NO.2366 ANORDINANCE  AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 685 ENTITLED, "AN ORDINANCE REGULATING TRAFFIC IN AND CERTAIN USES OF THE HIGHWAYS OF THE BOROUGH OF HANOVER, AS SET FORTH IN CHAPTER 346 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE BOROUGH OF BE IT ENACTED AND ORDAINED by the Council of the Borough of Hanover, York County, Pennsylvania, and it is hereby enacted and ordained by the authority of the same as SECTION 1: That Ordinance No. 685 entitled "An Ordinance Regulating Traffic In and SECTION: 2: That Section 346-1 Paragraph C of the Code of Ordinances of The Borough Hanover entitled, "Streets and alleys in which parking is restricted. Parking is restricted in the streets and alleys in the manner hereinafter provided," shall be amended toi include the following folloving items:  HANOVER."  follows:  Certain Uses oft the Highways of Thel Borough of] Hanover" is hereby amended.  of  Name of Street Eagle Avenue  Side  Location Street  Boths sides Southwardly froml East Middle Street to the unnamed alley  parallel with East Hanover St from Eagle Ave tol McAllister  SECTION 3: That Section 346-14 Stop Intersections is hereby amended to include the  following stop intersection: Stops Signon Fame Avenue Fame Avenue  Direction of Travel East West  AtI Intersectionof Moul Avenue Moul Avenue  SECTION 4: That Section 346-14 Stop Intersections is hereby amended to remove the  followings stopi intersections: Stop Signon East Walnut Street East Walnut Street  Direction ofl Travel North (current code incorrectly reads wuest) North (no longer exists)  AtIntersection of Fame Avenue Moulstown Road  NOW,THEREFORE, BEITI ENACTED AND ORDAINED this 24th day of April, 2024 that  Chapter 346 of the Code of Ordinances fThel Borough of1 Hanover isl hereby amended.  ATTEST: Oh Secretary  THE BOROUGH OFHANOVER Council (Vice) President  APPROVED this 24th day of April, 2024.  ChGHAK  Mayor