JOHNSTOWN CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, December 13, 2023  City Council met in a stated session for the general transaction of business. Mayor Frank Janakovic called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. Mr. Britt offered the invocation. The Pledge of Allegiance wasi recited. The following members of Council were present for roll call:  Mr. Arnone, Mr. Capriotti, Ms. Huchel, Mayor Janakovic, Reverend King,  Mrs. Mock (6). Mr. Britt (1) was absent.  Ethan Imhoff, City Manager; Alex Ashcom, Assistant City Manager; Ronald Repak, Esquire, Interim Solicitor; Sara Williams, Executive Secretary; Robert Statler, Fire Chief; Richard Pritchard, Police Chief; Jared Campagna, Director, Public Works; Dave Williams, Codes Enforcement Manager, were also in  attendance.  Mayor Jankovic noted for the record that an Executive Session was. held prior to the commencement of this meeting with regard to personnel matters.  APPROVALOF MINUTES  Mr. Arnone made ai motion to approve the Regular Meeting Minutes ofNovember 8, 2023 and Special Council Meeting Minutes ofNovember 21, 2023. The motion was seconded by Mrs. Mock and passed by the following vote: Yeas: Mr. Arnone, Mr. Capriotti, Mayor Janakovic, Reverend King,  Mrs. Mock, Ms. Huchel (6)  Nays: None (0)  PROCLAMATIONS. AWARDS. HONORS, RESOLUTIONS OF RECOGNITION- Mayor Janakovic read the following Meritorious Award into the record as follows: The City of. Johnstown formally recognizes and thanks the Johnstown Christmas Market Committee, Johnstown Public Works Department and the Johnstown Fire Department for meritorious service and outstanding performance at the 2023 Alex Ashcom, Assistant City Manager, accepted the award on behalfofhimself  City of. Johnstown Christmas Market.  and others.    Wednesday December 13, 2023, Stated Meeting, continued  2of15  PUBLIC COMMENT-AGENDA ITEMS ONLY  None. REPORTS CITY MANAGER:  Ethan Imhoff, City Manager, reported the Christmas Market was a wonderful two evenings and vendors have grown significantly over the first year. Robert Forcey, Vision 2025 updated Council members on some oft the recent Robert Forcey, 174 Floyd Street, Johnstown, Vision 2025, noted this is his first opportunity to offer ai report but is looking forward toj providing an update on Mr. Forcey reported that he and Mr. Britt took over for the previous executive directori in February of2023 with the Special Needs Easter Egg Hunt, supporting the Money Man at the Point. Hei reported helping with wood chips at two West End Parks and clean-up days around town. Community events including block parties which provided free food were held during the summer and were attended by CamTran and CareerLink. A social organization from UPJ reached out to the Vision group offering Mr. Forcey noted reports from capture teams would be offered tomorrow, December 14, 2023 at the Holiday Inn downtown. Barb Zablotney, United Spinal Association, will be reporting at the Convention Center along with the West End Community Group and Roxbury Community Group. Health and Wellness efforts will be reported by Angie Berzonski and Jeannine McMillan. The mobile health unit will also be available and will parked in Mr. Forcey reported that Vision 2025 will be conducting a planning session on February 18 and 19, 2024 and all were invited to attend.  activities. Quan Britt was also in attendance.  ar monthly basis.  assistance with projects around town.  front oft the Holiday Inn.  Mr. Arnone indicated the American Legion has a collection of walkers, potty and shower chairs and wheelchairs which he offered to Vision for distribution. Mr. Forcey indicated the Health and Wellness group works with    Wednesday December 13, 2023, Stated Meeting, continued  3of15  approximately 30 different health organizations and would email Mr. Arnone  regarding the matter.  Mr. Forcey had discussion with regard to the new ownership ofthel Masonic Temple.  He talked about some of the current capture team projects.  MAYOR:  Mayor Janakovic reported the City received the inaugural Community Recognition Award from DCED Secretary Rick Siger for work done by Council, individuals and groups to move Johnstown forward. He reported the Army Corps of] Engineers will continue river cleanup and noted there are programs available for storm water. He noted his attendance at the Transit Authority charrette for discussion of The Mayor noted his attendance at the recent Western Pennsylvania Mayors' He attended the Beginnings and Catholic Charities recent open houses. Mrs. Mock inquired about the status of repairs to the parking garage. Mr. Imhoff indicated repairs continue and are federally funded. The transit centeri is receiving ideas from the public and the city is also providing input.  plans moving forward.  Association meeting via Zoom.  INTERIM CITY SOLICITOR:  Ronald Repak, Esquire, Dillon, McCandless, King, Coulter and Graham, LLP, reported an Executive Session will be held following the conclusion ofthis meeting with regard to the City Manager contract and personnel matters. He thanked all for the opportunity to serve the City and its Council.  CITY ENGINEER:  Members were referred to the attached report. COUNCIL UPDATESNEIGHBORHOODLIAISONS  Mr. Capriotti reported his participation on behalf oft the Mayor at the Hall ofFame Induction for the veterans at the 1st Summit Arena (Cambria County War    Wednesday December 13, 2023, Stated Meeting, continued  4of15  Memorial) where he presented numerous proclamations fori individuals past Hei noted his attendance at the Christmas Market and Light-Up Night and  and present.  commended all those involved for their efforts.  Mr. Arnone, the City's. Johnstown Housing Authority representative, updated statistical information related to the population of the public housing communities located within the City of. Johnstown, He reported that public housing consists of 2,225; Section 8 voucher holders, 1,179, which amounts to ate total of3,404. Currently 45 percent ofthose living inj poverty in the City Mr. Arnone indicated the Prospect relocations has affected the population statistics. He noted the Housing Authority is proceeding with repairs in the Prospect Homes and expects to sign a contract with a general contractor within the news few weeks. Residents would receive new. kitchens, new Mr. Arnone announced aj partnership with JARI, Penn Highlands and CareerLink and al kickoff event will be held tomorrow, December 14, 2023 at Oakhurst. JARI was awarded a federal grant in the amount of $2,500 to provide training to residents on. JHA property and could begin in January  were being assisted.  bathrooms and full paint oft the property.  2024.  As the City'srepresentative on the GJWA, Mr. Arnone: reported that as oft the end of November 2023 the City was 66 percent pressure tested and the Customer Service Department received 128 new: service applications and 35 inactive accounts were: reactivated during that month. Hei noted 129 fire hydrants were winterized. Overl 1,936 sewer mains were. jetted and 12,699 feet of the main In the recent months 42 pressure tests were completed for a total of573 for the year thus far. There was only one overflow in the City. All reservoirs Mr. Arnone reported the Marines loaded $3,000 worth oft toys from the Those residents who have contracts in place were provided three additional months for completion oft the sewage project. He noted there were approximately 1,100 dead water lines, and some oft those have made no effort  was inspected.  were full and water quality is great.  American Legion.    Wednesday December 13, 2023, Stated Meeting, continued  5of15  to complete the project. He indicated monthly surcharges would increase to $50 per month starting January 2024 and increase $25 every six months. Ms. Huchel reported that JRA has made Land Bank purchases at the November tax sale as advertised in the Tribune Democrat and encouraged others interested She reported that the. Johnstown's nonprofits were having another great month. Jasmine Cain will have a concert at Columba Theater Project, the former St. Ms. Huchel reported the opening ofa doll house exhibit at the Gallery on Gazebo will be held on December 19th and the Grand Halle will be providing She noted continued savings due to the 0&M contract for the Dornick Point  inl Land Bank purchases through the. JRA to do sO.  Columba Church in Cambria City.  aLessons and Carols Concert on December 22nd.  Sewage Treatment Plant.  Mayor Janakovic noted he would be participating in the Lessons and Carols Concert. Reverend King reported her participation in the Christmas Market and commended Sara and Amber and other employees involved who helped to make ita a She indicated the next United Neighborhood Meeting is tentatively scheduled Reverend King participated in the CamTran survey regarding the Transit She noted her attendance at the recent Housing Alliance ofPennsylvania Conference in Hershey regarding affordable housing during which a representative from the Federal Home Loan Bank had a presentation regarding applying for funds for next year. She suggested that Mr. Imhoff schedule a meeting to discuss monies available and how to apply for funding. Reverend King announced that a Christmas Give-Away of clothing will be held this Saturday, December 16, 2023, at Christ Centered Community Church. December 25, 2023, the church will hold its 14 Annual Community A blessing oft the City will be held on December 31, 2023 at 5:30 p.m. in  success.  for January 31,2024. Center project.  Christmas Dinner starting at 1:00 p.m.  Central Park.    Wednesday December 13, 2023, Stated Meeting, continued  6of15  She indicated a dinner for First Responders on duty will be held on December  30, 2023. party.  Mrs. Mock reported the West End Improvement Group recently held its Christmas  Projects and ideas were being considered through the City'sn neighborhood Mrs. Mock reported flowers have been ordered for next year's flower boxes. Celebration Johnstown will be held on December 31, 2023 starting at 5:30i in Central Park. She noted events will be held at different places throughout the City including the State Theater. Shuttles were being considered to transport people throughout the City. Fireworks will be held at 9:45 p.m. Downtown businesses are encouraged to remain open during the celebration.  grant initiatives for next year.  Mayor Janakovic commended Discover Downtown, Melissa and the Konicky Family forl Light-Up Night, the houses in Central Park, events and activities held The Mayor commended Senators Casey and Fetterman and Senator Langerholc who have provided $147,000 to extend the Pittsburgh to Philadelphia through. Johnstown second train route.  during the Christmas Holiday.  PETITIONS: None  ORDINANCES FOR FINAL READ AND ADOPTION  BILL NO. 10 OF 2023, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JOHNSTOWN, CAMBRIA COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, AMENDING THE. ZONING ORDINANCE AND MAP OF THE CITY OF JOHNSTOWN, ORDINANCE NO. 4964. ADOPTED. APRIL 13, 2005 AND AS AMENDED BY ORDINANCE NO. 5086 PASSED JUNE: 22, 2011; ORDINANCE NO. 5119 PASSED JANUARY 23, 2013; ORDINANCE NO. 5139 PASSED NOVEMBER 27, 2013; ORDINANCE NO. 5191 PASSED DECEMBER 9, 2015; ORDINANCE: NO. 5330 PASSED MARCH 9, 2022; AND ORDINANCE NO. 5352 PASSED MAY 10, 2023 BY REZONING CERTAIN PARCELS OF LAND LOCATED IN THE 11TH WARD OF  THE CITY OF JOHNSTOWN.    Wednesday December 13, 2023, Stated Meeting, continued  7of15  Mr. Arnone made ai motion to remove from table. The motion was seconded by Mrs.  Mock and passed by the following vote:  Yeas: Mr. Arnone, Mr. Capriotti, Mayor Janakovic, Reverend King,  Mrs. Mock, Ms. Huchel (6).  Nays: None (0)  BILL NO. 110F 2023, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF. JOHNSTOWN, CAMBRIA COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, AUTHORIZING LEVY AND ASSESSMENT OF REAL ESTATE TAXES ON PROPERTY SITUATED IN THE CITY OF JOHNSTOWN AND FURTHER PROVIDING FOR THE IMPOSITION OF CERTAIN DISCOUNTS AND PENALTIES EFFECTIVE  JANUARY1 1,2024.  Mr. Arnone made a motion to remove from table. The motion was seconded by Mrs.  Mock and passed by the following vote:  Yeas: Mr. Capriotti, Mayor. Janakovic, Reverend King, Mrs. Mock,  Ms. Huchel, Mr. Arnone (6).  Nays: None (0)  ORDINANCES FOR FIRST READ  None RESOLUTIONS  Resolution' No. 105633  AF RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF. JOHNSTOWIN, CAMBRIA COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, ESTIMATING THE. AMOUNT OF REVENUES TOI BE RECEIVED BY THE CITY OF JOHNSTOWN FROM VARIOUS SOURCES AND APPROPRIATING SPECIFIC SUMS ESTIMATED TOI BE REQUIRED FOR SPECIFIC PURPOSES FOR THE OPERATIONS OF THE VARIOUS FUNDS, BUREAUS, DEPARIMENTS, THE PAYMENT OF DEBT SERVICE. AND THE PENSION FUND OBLIGATIONS FO THE CITY OF JOHNSTOWN, PENNSYLVANIA FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR BEGINNINGJANUARY 1, 2024 INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING CITY OF JOHNSTOWN FUND SECTIONS AND THE RESPECTIVE FUNDS "BUDGET EXHIBIT DETAILS."  Mr. Arnone made ai motion to approve. The motion was seconded by Mr. Capriotti.  and passed by the following vote:    Wednesday December 13, 2023, Stated Meeting, continued  8of15  Yeas: Mr. Capriotti, Mayor Janakovic, Reverend King, Mrs. Mock,  Ms. Huchel, Mr. Arnone (6)  Nays: None (0)  Resolution No. 105634  AI RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JOHNSTOWN, CAMBRIA COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER AND/OR HIS DESIGNEE TO MAKE. ANY/ALL LINE. ITEM ADJUSTMENTS NECESSARY FOR THE MONTH OF DECEMBER 2023 TO BRING SAID LINE ITEMS INTO. A POSITIVE BALANCE, SUBJECT TO A LIMIT OF THE AMOUNT OF TOTAL EXPENDITURES BUDGETED FOR THE 2023 CALENDAR YEAR.  Mr. Arnone made ai motion to approve. The motion was seconded by Mrs. Mock and  passed by the following vote:  Yeas: MayorJanakovic, Reverend King, Mrs. Mock, Ms. Huchel,  Mr. Arnone, Mr. Capriotti (6)  Nays: None (0)  Resolution No. 105635  AJ RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JOHNSTOWIN, CAMBRIA COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO SUBMIT A GRANT REQUEST TO THE STATEWIDE LOCAL SHARE ACCOUNT GRANT PROGRAM IN THE. AMOUNT OF $917,600 TO: BE USED TOWARDS THE CITY OF JOHNSTOWN PUBLIC SAFETY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT.  Mr. Capriotti made a motion to approve. The motion was seconded by Mr. Arnone. There was further discussion regarding when the East Side fire station in Hornerstown would be updated. Mr. Imhoffindicated temporary improvements would be made, and it was just a matter of' "seeking out  funding" to do SO.  Chief Statler explained this involves aj pretty extensive renovation and complete redesign oft the West End fire station, including the apron, doors, windows, and a building addition. Mr. Capriotti inquired ifa a portion of the grant could be utilized at the Ash Street fire station. Chiefs Statler explained that due to the way the grant was set up it is only for the West End station, that relocation    Wednesday December 13, 2023, Stated Meeting, continued  9of15  to the Ash Street station and needed repairs would have gone over the amount  received.  Mrs. Mock suggested that an emergency request be made to the state due to the  condition oft the sinking floor at the. Ash Street station.  The motion passed by the following vote:  Yeas: Mrs. Mock, Ms. Huchel, Mr. Arnone, Mr. Capriotti, Mayor Janakovic, Reverend King (6)  Nays: None (0)  Resolution No. 105636  Al RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JOHNSTOWN, CAMBRIA COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AND TAKE ANY/ALL ACTIONS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE. A GRANT AGREEMENT WITH THE PENNSYLVANIA OFFICE OF THE STATE FIRE COMMISSIONER UNDER THE 2023 TRAINING CENTER CAPITAL GRANT PROGRAM IN THE. AMOUNT OF $100,000.001 TOBE USED FOR THE: NEW FIRE TRAINING FACILITY.  Mr. Capriotti made a motion to approve. The motion was seconded by Mr. Arnone  and passed by the following vote:  Yeas: Mr. Arnone, Mr. Capriotti, Mayor Janakovic, Reverend King,  Mrs. Mock, Ms. Huchel (6)  Nays: None (0)  Resolution No. 105637  Al RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JOHNSTOWN, CAMBRIA COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, RATIFYING THE COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT WITH THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES, AFL-CIO, LOCAL NO. 630 FOR THE PERIOD OF JANUARY1 1,2024  THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2024.  Mr. Arnone: made ai motion to approve. The motion was seconded by Mr. Capriotti. Mr. Imhoffindicated both sides were happy with the agreement. Mayor Janakovic stated that during his tenure as Mayor and part of Council, that he "appreciates the department working with the City and working through these contracts."    Wednesday December 13, 2023, Stated Meeting, continued  10of15  Mr. Capriotti noted negotiations included the Solicitor, and a substantial amount of  money was saved in the process. The motion passed by the following vote:  Yeas: Mr. Capriotti, Mayor Janakovic, Reverend King, Mrs. Mock, Ms. Huchel, Mr. Arnone (6)  Nays: None (0)  Resolution No. 105638  AF RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JOHNSTOWIN, CAMBRIA COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER AND FINANCE DIRECTOR TO SIGN ALLI DOCUMENTS AND TAKE ANY/ALL OTHER. ACTIONS NECESSARY IN THE PURCHASE OF FIREFIGHTER PROTECTIVE CLOTHING FROM  KAZA'S FIRE EQUIPMENT. and passed by the following vote:  Reverend King made a motion to approve. The motion was seconded by Mr. Arnone  Yeas: Mr. Capriotti, Mayor Janakovic, Reverend King, Mrs. Mock,  Ms. Huchel, Mr. Arnone (6)  Nays: None (0)  Resolution No. 105639  AI RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF. JOHNSTOWIN, CAMBRIA COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO TAKE. ANY AND. ALL NECESSARY ACTIONS TO ENTER INTO. AND EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITHTHE MOCKENHAUPT BENEFITS GROUP FOR HEALTHCARE AND EMPLOYEE BENEFIT SERVICES, TO: DESIGNATE MOCKENHAUPT BENEFITS GROUP AS THE CITY'S BROKER OF RECORD FORI ITS  HEALTHI INSURANCE PLAN.  Mr. Arnone made a motion to approve. The motion was seconded by Mrs. Mock. Mr. Capriotti inquired how this would affect the current healthcare benefits, i.e., the same card or entirely different and what would be different for retirees. Mr. Imhoff explained that one benefit ofthis agreement is that the difference card is eliminated. He further explained the savings is due to the health insurance provider. There was further discussion regarding retiree deductibles.    Wednesday December 13, 2023, Stated Meeting, continued  11of15  Yeas: Mayor.Janakovic, Reverend King, Mrs. Mock, Mr. Arnone  Mr. Capriotti (5) Nays: None (0)  Ms. Huchel (1) abstained due to her employment in the insurance industry.  Resolution No. 105640  Al RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JOHNSTOWN, CAMBRIA COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, APPROVING A MINOR SUBDIVISION/LOT MERGE OF PROPERTIES LOCATED AT 1325. AND  13391 FRANKLIN STREET.  Mr. Arnone made a motion to approve. The motion was seconded by Reverend King. Ms. Huchel indicated that the City Planning Commission had recommended this for approval but she is not convinced that whatever project is planned would be  consistent with residential usage. The motion passed by the following vote:  Yeas: Reverend King, Mrs. Mock, Ms. Huchel, Mr. Amone,  Mr. Capriotti, Mayor Janakovic (6)  Nays: None (0) NEW BUSINESS  Board. Authority and Commission Seats  City Manager Imhoffindicated there were currently five board, authority commission Since additional information regarding other interested individuals was tol have been included in member packets was not included, a motion to table was  seats that will be expiring.  requested.  Mrs. Mock made ai motion to table the board, authority and commission appointments until the next meeting. The: motion was seconded by Mr. Capriotti and passed  by the following vote:  Yeas: Reverend King, Mrs. Mock, Ms. Huchel, Mr. Arnone,  Mr. Capriotti, Mayor Janakovic (6)  Nays: None (0)    Wednesday December 13, 2023, Stated Meeting, continued Tax Assessment Appeal Settlements  12of15  City Manager indicated the following two tax assessment appeal settlements would Buckeye Community Fifty-Six LP, the Roxbury Apartments property, 1308 Franklin Street, Johnstown, first appealed in 2019 but an agreement was not determined until this year. Settlement figures arrived at between, City, School District, County and property owner are $950,000 for the 2019 tax year, $1  need approval:  million for the 2020-2024 tax years.  Everything Ice, 89 Poplar Street, settlement amount is $215,000. It wasi noted the property sold for $115,000 in May and the current fair market value ofthe  property is $282,000.  The City legal team has recommended approval of both appeals. There was further discussion regarding the appraisal process.  Mr. Arnone made a motion to approve the tax appeal settlement in the amount of $215,000 for Everything Ice which has already been approved by the County. The motion was seconded by Mr. Capriotti and passed by the following vote: Yeas: Mrs. Mock, Ms. Huchel, Mr. Arnone, Mr. Capriotti, Mayor. Janakovic, Reverend King (6)  Nays: None (0)  Ms. Huchel made a motion to approve the tax appeal settlements in the amount of $950,000 for the 2019 tax year and $1 million for the 2020-2024 tax years for Buckeye Community Fifty-Six, LP, Roxbury Apartments. The motion was seconded by Mr. Arnone and passed by the following vote: Yeas: Ms. Huchel, Mr. Arnone, Mr. Capriotti, Mayor Janakovic,  Reverend King, Mrs. Mock (6)  Nays: None (0) OLD BUSINESS None.  DEPARTMENT REPORTS    Wednesday December 13,2023, Stated Meeting, continued Public Works  13of15  1.  Mr. Campagna reported meeting with the Transit Center contractor who hopes to have the center back in full occupancy by Monday or Tuesday ofnext week, December 18 and 19, 2023. He noted that CamTran was notified oft the Mr. Campagna noted there were 500 tons of salt left over: from last year's Hei noted work continues on the ramp at the Roxbury hockey rink.  update. contract.  2.  Police Department  Richard Pritchard, Police Chief, reported there were four new officers on the street in training, and a fifth one started this past Tuesday and expects tol be out on the street in training by Friday. He noted two recruits will start the academy. Chief Pritchard commended Officer Chad Cypher who has worked diligently on his Shop with a Cop program to make Christmas happier for some He indicated an open house at the office of Representative Frank Burns will be held on Friday, December 15, 2023 from 11:00 to 2:00. The Special Operations multi-use van sponsored by Representative Burns will be on Chief Pritchard indicated another SROi is being sought to take the position of Officer Hess. Currently Officer Cypher is in that position. A safe rules meeting will be scheduled soon. The Chiefindicated there were currently 8 or  children.  display.  10 officers trained in crisis intervention.  3.  Fire Department  Robert Statler, Fire Chief, noted the training facility grant was approved ini the amount of$100,000. Building and fencing plans were moving forward, and  the Chief was hopeful for a spring start. The park project is moving forward.  4.  Finance    Wednesday December 13, 2023, Stated Meeting, continued  14of15  Robert Ritter, Finance Director, provided a pension update. He noted that results through November of2023 have been sent and there is a 12.9 percent increase in the pension funds. He reported the police are 100 percent funded, firei is 90 percent, employees are 94 percent and sewage is 95 percent. The three-year history for Codes violations is being updated. The GIS system is also being configured to work with Codes. Mr. Ritter is hopeful tol have all Mr. Capriotti inquired as to whether there was a breakdown on the amusement tax money. Mr. Ritter indicated approximately $42,000 had been brought in thus far, and 44 of the 47 remaining facilities had not replied. Letters would be sent to the remaining establishments pending inventory from Codes. One oft the Codes officers was: monitoring the matter internally.  completed by year's end.  5.  Community Development  Mr. Imhoffindicated that Mr. Dubnansky has moved on as of December 5, 2023, and an ad was placed for his position. The City Manager isl hopeful that by year's  end interviews can be scheduled for January 2024.  6.  Code Enforcement  Dave Williams, Codes Enforcement Manager, reported that as ofNovember 2023, 106 Code violations were issued; 361 building permits were issued and 44 establishments were checked for mechanical amusement devices. He stated if the establishment was closed, al letter was posted on the door and Codes would Regarding rental registrations, Mr. Williams reported that within the last two Mr. Williams indicated Codes staff will try to make more phone calls, do more talking to property owners, schedule more appointments, and talk to more tenants. Mrs. Mock suggested bumping up code violation investigations. She was invited to "ride along" during these investigations. Mr. Williams reported 1,100 yearly code violations, and there were 1,250 as Reverend King inquired about the status of the Save-A-Lot store. Mr. Williams reported the corporation has pulled out of the lease agreement. Mr.  follow up.  days 11 units were investigated.  oflast month.    Wednesday December 13,2023, Stated Meeting, continued  15of15  Capriotti stated Mr. Williams and Codes have more than enough to deal with, Mrs. Mock suggested that Sargent's be contacted again regarding the skills machines ini the remaining establishments that have not yet complied.  and Dave is "getting pulled in eight different directions."  PUBLIC COMMENT: NON-AGENDA ITEMS  Kala Penrose, 740 Linden Avenue, Johnstown, and Vince Lovendusky, 101 Rolling Hills Road, Johnstown, SEADS Gardening, were present before Council regarding their recent purchase of the franchise Miracle League, to form a nonprofit corporation and are interested in the corner ofI Derby Street and Berkley Hills Road for the development ofa field made for special needs adults and children with wheelchairs, walker or mental disabilities. Mr. Lovendusky indicated there is a huge need for something like this in our area, and it was a $1 million investment with the corporation raising $500,000 and The field is 115 feet from home plate to center field and would be open to the public. There are future plans for aj playground, also. Ms. Penrose and Mr. Lovendusky requested guidance on the matter. A representative from the Mr. Imhoff suggested a meeting be set with himself and staffi regarding the  the Pittsburgh Pirate Charities matching that amount.  Pirate Charities is willing tol help work on the project.  next steps. RECESS/ADJOURNMENT  There being no further business, the meeting concluded at 7:33 p.m.  A Reorganization meeting will be held on January 2, 2024 to swear in Mr. Capriotti and Mr. Arnone for their new terms and other appointments. Annual photographs will also be taken. The next Regular Council Meeting is  scheduled for. January 10, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.  EXECUTIVE SESSION WILL BE HELD WITH REGARD TO CONTRACT MATTERS DIRECTLY FOLLOWING ADJOURNMENT OF THIS  MEETING.