NEWVILLE BOROUGH COUNCIL JUNE: 25, 2024A AT 6:00 PM  WORK SESSEION/REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING  The work session meeting of the Newville Borough Council was held on Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 6:001 PM: ini the Newville Borough Office Meeting Room, 4 West Street, Newville PA with the The meeting was called to order by Council President Scott Penner. The invocation was given by Solicitor Marcus McKnight, followed by the Pledge ofAllegiance. Onroll call, the following members were] present: Mr. Robert Darius, Mr. Jack Ericksen, Mr. Charles Heberlig, Pastor Also present: Borough Solicitor Marcus McKnight, Borough Manager Robert Sabatini, Borough Secretary Jody Hoffman, ChiefofPolice Todd Koser, Mayor Michael Croutch via Zoom, Codes Enforcement, / Rental Inspector Jeffrey Line, Valley Times Star Ian Thompson, Reagan Gardenhour, Joey DeMartyn, Chelsey Schlusser, Randy Jones, Natalie Hutchinson, Ron Hutchinson, Sam Strine, Becky Barrick, George Spangler and Mark Spicka. Baseball Field Operations and Maintenance: Chelsey Schlusser and Randy Jones with PA impulse presented their interest in assumption of the operation and maintenance oft the Newville Borough ballfield. They explained that their 12u team currently practices at the field and that they had received word that the current operator ofthe field will be stepping down. Ms. Jones stated that it would be their goal to take care oft the field with mowing, new dirt, new bases and lining. She stated that they are open to others using it. Her organization currently utilizes it on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. They would like to run tournaments, and give back to Newville by splitting proceeds oft the concessions. They share a similar arrangement with North Middleton Park. Tuition is low and money is earned through sponsorship ofbusiness banners. Mr. Sabatini requested that one stipulation of an agreement between Newville Borough and PAI Impulse would be the installation oft the scoreboard. Mr. Penner stated that Summer Recreation runs a summer program during the day on' Tuesdays and Thursdays. Mr. Sinkovitz reminded that the Zion Lutheran Church parking lot is not available for parking during tournaments. Mr. Penner will add a consideration under new business for a motion for discussions ofa contract between Newville Borough and PA Impulse. Finance and Manager's Report: Mr. Sabatini stated that the meeting between two Borough Council members and two Authority members to discuss the cost share in moving to the new building has been moved to. June 27th. He reported on July gth there will be at tour with DEP and DCNR to walk the area that will become at trail under the feasibility study along the Big Spring. Candidates are being sought for vacancies on the Planning Commission and Chairman of the Vacancy Board as well as a solicitor for the Zoning Hearing Board. He stated that under Act 47, the borough is eligible for grants which could be used for Ordinance codification, records management, audit reports and comprehension plan. As well as future funding for the home rule study. He estimated the total cost of funding tol be $250,000 to be used under a number of years. The County will be providing funding for small paving projects and he would like to take  regular monthly meeting at' 7:00 PM.  Joseph Kindon, Mr. Edward Sinkovitz and Mr. Scott Penner.  Page e1of5    advantage of the available money. Mr. Sabatini was contacted by the tax collector about Mr. Penner read the Treasurer's Report included in the meeting packet. The bank statements reflecting those balances were also included.. A list ofbills was submitted for the Administration: Pastor Kindon reported that three individuals were interviewed for the open position of Public Works Laborer. He also applauded Mr. Sabatini on his negotiation oft the Public Safety /Public Works: Mr. Darius reported that the prep work and cleanup was well done for the Fountain Festival. He stated that all was going well considering there is only one Economic Development: Mr. Ericksen reported that the DCED feasibility study has been submitted and that there will be ai meeting on. July 9. He reported that the open seats have been filled on the EDA by the reappointment ofLiz Knouse, Bob Kanc and Jeff Bouder. Shelby Yinger was appointed as the new chairperson. The Newville Historical Society asked the Newville Economic Development. Authority toj provide a letter of support for a grant in joint  eliminating the occupation tax.  month.  insurance policies.  DPW worker and one Police officer at this time.  partnership for signage tol link the trail to the downtown area. Quality ofLife: Mr. Heberlig had nothing to report.  Recreation: Mr. Sinkovitz reported meeting with Mrs. Brymesser, Mr. Sabatini and Pastor Kindon to address the salary and procedure for the summer recreation program. He reported that there has been one pavilion rental, with another on. June 29th. He would like to add ai motion to add to the regular meeting for PA Impulse to oversee the operation and maintenance ballfield. Mayor's Report: Mayor Croutch reported $296.73 was received from the Cumberland County Court of Common Pleas, $471.71 from Magisterial District 09-3-02 and $252.11 from the State Chief of Police: Chief Koser reported a total of6 67 calls for the month of May. There was 1 citation issued, 5 traffic warnings and 1 parking violation. Patrol vehicle mileage was 586: miles. Hei reported that he did not receive any complaints oft the new route oft the Fountain Festival Parade. There was one glitch that he was aware of which were equipment of] Friendship Hose Company trying to turn right onto Main Street and that there was a tractor trailer coming WCCOG: Mr. McKnight reported that Mr. Barrick, formerly the manager ofDickinson  Police for fines and penalties.  opposite at the same time.  Township, is nowi the manager of West Pennsboro Township.  Code /R Rental Enforcement: Mr. Line reported that hel had received 4 different complaints, 34 phone /text calls, 17i inj person contacts, placed 5 door hangers and served 4 notices of violations. Under rental enforcement, Mr. Line inspected a total of 18 units for the month.  Page 2of5    REGULAR MONTHLY, MEETING:  Citizen Comments:  Mark Spicka, President oft the Big Spring Water Shed Association, reported inj past meetings his concerns oft the proposed warehouses along the Ritner Highway, above the Big Spring. He wanted to thank the Borough Council and Mr. Sabatini for crafting a letter to submit tot the County Conservation District and DEP. He is encouraging local residents to submit Natalie Hutchinson requested looking into the opening of Zigler Street (?) fora cooperative right of way to alleviate the parking on North High Street. Mr. Penner asked Mr.  comments also. He presented ai model letter for the public'sr reference.  McKnight what would be needed toj proceed.  Consent Agenda:  The Consent Agenda was reviewed by Mr. Penner, which consisted oft the minutes ofthe May 28th meeting, May 2024 budget report, approval oft the list ofbills for June, approval oft the Treasurer's report for May, and the reports of the department heads. A motion was made by Pastor Kindon, seconded by Mr. Sinkovitz to approve the Consent Agenda as presented.  Legal Matters:  Mr. McKnight reviewed the agreement with the Gobins for payments for the new building beginning July 1,2024 and committing to move into the building when the Borough has the means to do SO. A motion was made by Mr. Ericksen, seconded by Mr. Sinkovitz for Council Secondly, Mr. McKnight would like authorization to draft ai mutual agreement between the Gobins and the Borough for the snow removal and yard maintenance of properties owned by the Gobins at 85, 89, and 91 South High Street in exchange for granting an easement for aj public trail to connect with the existing Rail Trail and eventually the Mill. Mr. Penner compared it to being similar with Saylor's Market and the Newville Borough Police Department agreement. Mr. McKnight stated that this is for discussion only tonight and no motion is requested.  to sign the agreement.. All were in favor. Motion carried unanimously.  Old Business:  a. An motion was made by Mr. Sinkovitz, seconded by Mr. Darius to approve Ordinance 02-2024 "Rental Property. Inspection and. Licensing Program Ordinance' - amending Ordinance 07-2020 the Rental Property Inspection Program ordinance. All were in b. Amotion was made by Mr. Ericksen, seconded by Mr. Sinkovitz to dissolve the Rental Inspection ad hoc committee. All were in favor. Motion carried unanimously.  favor. Motion carried unanimously.  The Forensic. Audit is not available for release to the public.  New Business:  a. Amotion was made by Mr. Ericksen, seconded by Mr. Darious to form a Police Contract Committee consisting of. Joseph Kindon and Edward Sinkovitz representing the Borough Council and Mayor Croutch and Scott Penner as ex officio. All were: in b. Amotion was made by Pastor Kindon, seconded by Mr. Ericksen authorizing Mr. Sabatini send al letter. All were in favor. Motion carried unanimously.  favor. Motion carried unanimously.  Page 3 of5    :. An motion wasi made by Mr. Ericksen, seconded by Mr. Sinkovitz for a feasibility study and grant funding for ai new Splash Pad at the Newville Community Park.. All d. Ms. Barrick questioned if] PMHIC consortium ofBenecon was ever looked into. Mr. Sabatini's answer was that he did not. The health insurances must be maintained at a certain level through the collective bargaining agreement. Secondly he explained that historically, the Borough has been released from consortiums due to lack of payment of premiums. Mr. Penner stated that self-funded plans are not an option at this time in the budget.. A motion was: made by Mr. Sinkovitz, seconded by Mr. Ericksen to renew the Highmark PPO health benefit plan through Benefit Connections as presented. All Amotion was made by Mr. Sinkovitz, seconded by Mr. Ericksen to move life and short-term disability insurance to The Hartford. All were in favor. Motion passed Amotion was made by Mr. Sinkovitz, seconded by Pastor Kindon to accept the Business Insurance as presented. Mr. Sabatini explained that the cost increased by only 5.8% even though the valuations have not been updated since 2016. Amotion was made by Mr. Ericksen, seconded by Pastor Kindon for the disposal of certain records via Resolution 19-2024. All were in favor. Motion carried h. Amotion was made by Pastor Kindon, seconded by Mr. Heberlig approving the job description of Department ofPublic Works laborer. All were in favor. Motion carried Amotion wasi made by Mr. Sinkovitz, seconded by Mr. Heberlig tol begin discussions ofacontract with PA Impulse Softball Association and Newville Borough. All were Amotion was made by Mr. Ericksen, seconded by Pastor Kindon to compose a letter ofthanks to Mr. Yost forl his care oft the ballfield. All were in favor. Motion carried k. An motion was made by Mr. Sinkovitz, seconded by Mr. Darius for the Borough offices to be closed on Friday, July 5th as part oft the Fourth of. July holiday. All were Amotion was made by Pastor Kindon, seconded by Mr. Darius tol hire Ron Shoenberger at ai rate of $21.00 per hour as a laborer with the Newville Department of Public Works. All were in favor. Motion carried unanimously. m. An motion was made by Pastor Kindon, seconded by Mr. Ericksen to approve Rob Mellinger as a casual employee at ai rate of $23.65 per hour. All were in favor. Motion n. An motion was made by Pastor Kindon, seconded by Mr. Sinkovitza authorizing the Borough to write a letter ofs support for the Newville Historical Society grant application for signage.. All were ini favor. Motion carried unanimously. 0. Amotion wasi made by Pastor Kindon, seconded by Mr. Darius fora cooperation agreement for Zigler Street extension provided for parking. All were in favor motion  were ini favor. Motion carried unanimously.  were in favor. Motion carried unanimously.  unanimously. This will be a savings of$1,777 per year.  unanimously. unanimously.  in favor. Motion carried unanimously.  unanimously.  in favor. Motion carried unanimously.  carried unanimously.  carried unanimously.  Page 4 of5    p. Amotion was made by Mr. Ericksen, seconded by Pastor Kindon for the reappointment of. JeffB Bouder to the Newville Economic Developmemtubhority.AL  were in favor. Motion carried unanimously.  Correspondence:  Newville Little League had shown interest in acquiring the scoreboard for their facility. It was agreed upon that that would not be an option due to the fact that grant money was used for  the purchase oft the scoreboard. Adjournment:  With no further business to be discussed, on a motion by Pastor Kindon, seconded by Mr.  Sinkovitz, the Newville Borough Council adjourned at 8:101 PM.  Minutes recorded by: bdyelman Jody Hofiman MSecretary  Upcoming Meetings:  July 10, 2024 - Newville Borough Planning Commission at 7:00 PM July 15,2024-Newville Water and Sewer Authority at 6:00 PM July 16, 2024 -I Newville Recreation Commission at 7:001 PM July 17, 2024 - Newville Economic Development Authority at' 7:00 PM July 30, 2024-N Newville Borough Council Work Session at 6:001 PM July 30, 2024-1 Newville Borough Council Monthly Meeting at 7:001 PM  Page 5 of5