ISSUES, REVIEW & FINANCE WORK SESSION January 30, 2025 A special meeting of the St. Clair Borough Council was held to review issues and finance on Tuesday, January 30, 2025, beginning at 6:30 p.m. In attendance were council members: Cheryl Dempsey, Norm Diehl, Judy Stednitz- Julian, President Thomas Dempsey and Mayor Tomko. Absent were Joann Brennan, Bill Dempsey, and Tony Klazas. Others in attendance included Borough Secretary Roland Price, Electric Light Superintendent Bob Petrozino, Street Superintendent Kevin Dempsey, Barbara Artz, Mike Petrozino, Tom Kelly and Vaughn Vesay. PUBLIC COMMENT - No public comment. Mayor Tomko announced that everyone cooperated during the declared Snow Emergency on January 19, 2025. He also asked if the information concerning the public forum for the 175th anniversary of the incorporation of the borough be published in the monthly newsletter: He added that the new Palo Alto Police Agreement is going well. Electric Light Superintendent Bob Petrozino requested that safety harnesses and self- rescue kits be purchased to align with the OSHA safety standards. Also, zoning was notified by St. Clair Walmart that they will be adding a standby generator. Petrozino reached out to the Project Manager but has not heard back yet. Council Member Norm Diehl distributed to council members an Amusement Ordinance that was recently passed in a neighboring community that seems to be in line with what the borough should be enforcing. Council Member Diehl enlightened council with research he has done including how to enforce and the amount of revenue that can potentially be generated for the Borough. A copy of the ordinance will also be sent to the solicitor. Council Member Cheryl. Dempsey mentioned that she would like to invite Ehrlich Pest Control to present a plan to eradicate the bamboo shoots along the creek bank along Mill Creek. Neighboring communities use them and possibly grants can fund the expense. Quotes are free. Borough Secretary Roland Price presented his notes. The New Mack garbage truck will be delivered Friday. The St. Clair Planning Commission will meet Thursday, February 20, 2025 to review the Rennick Annexation submission. St. Clair Borough was awarded the Youth Basketball Court CFA grant in the amount of $64,175.00 on January 28, 2025. The rescheduled Schuylkill County Tax Committee meeting was held this past Tuesday at 6 p.m. Documents from the meeting are included in your packet. The Berkheimer Tax collector representative reported tax collections are up by 3.6% over the previous year. Secretary Price requested an executive session. The contract for the Fire House renovation project has been received. The executive session began at 6:47 p.m. to discuss pending litigation. The executive session ended at 7:00 p.m. Council requested to add to Tuesday's agenda, the purchase of a torpedo diesel heater for the Borough Street Garage. The council meeting adjourned at 7:05 p.m. Roland Price, Borough Secretary 1 FEBRUARY COUNCIL MEETING February 4, 2025 The February monthly Council Meeting of the St. Clair Borough Council was held on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, in Council Chambers, St. Clair Municipal Building, 16 S. Third Street, St. Clair. The meeting began at 6:30 p.m. Answering the roll call were council members: Joann Brennan, Cheryl Dempsey, Norm Diehl, Judy Stednitz-Julian, Tony Klazas, Council President Thomas Dempsey and Mayor Tomko. Absent was Bill Dempsey. Also, present included Borough Engineer Brian Baldwin, Borough Secretary Roland Price, Treasurer Carol Sutzko, Police Chief William Dempsey, Street Superintendent Kevin Dempsey, Fire Chief Frank Uhrin, Barbara Artz, Mike Boyer, Kim Boyer, Blake Herndan, Vince Wentzel, Vaughn Vesay, Tom Kelly, John Zachar, Mike Petrozino, Dave Resnick, Rich Scott and Tony Sylvester. Pledge of Allegiance Council member Joann Brennan read the council prayer. Copies of the minutes of the previous meeting have been given to borough council members and Mayor Tomko, are there any errors or corrections? If not, they stand approved. ENGINEER'S REPORT On a motion made by Klazas, seconded by C. Dempsey, the report was unanimously approved, and it was made part of the minutes by reference. PUBLIC COMMENT Mike Boyer spoke on behalf of himself and 6 members of the fire police. He asked if a letter that was written to the mayor and council concerning the problems he was dealing with as captain in the fire police group was received. He. sought advice. from the fire chief and local fire police; he is now turning to council. He reviewed the details of the events that have happened and were listed in the said letter. Boyer would like his position back as Captain of the Fire Police and allow the members that were removed to be reinstated. Council recommended they inform the Solicitor and try to settle the situation. Richard Scott's concem was for the debilitated condition of Ann Street. After hearing the Engineer's Report, he realized council is aware and are working on a solution. In the meantime, Street Superintendent Kevin Dempsey mentioned they have recently cold patched and sealed some of the larger holes, Dave Resnick of Mill Street acknowledged that a third-party roofer tried to make it to his house three times, but due to weather conditions, it has been delayed. He 2 appreciates the effort. He is currently concerned about two cars on Mill Street that appear to be abandoned. Is there an ordinance that covers this situation? Chief Dempsey noted the nformation and will look into it. MAYOR'S REPORT 1. A heartfelt Thank You" is extended to all of the Borough departments involved in the execution of the recent Snow Emergency on January 19, 2025. Thank you is also extended to the residents and businesses of Second and Hancock Streets for their cooperation during the Snow Emergency. 2: Residents are reminded to support the fund-raising efforts of our local churches as they are the spiritual heart of our community. Historical Note One of the earliest musical groups organized in St. Clair was the Union Cornet Band in 1862. It was comprised of 19 instruments. It was reorganized in 1871 and was chartered in 1873. The next two bands organized were the Citizen's Band and the Schlottman Band. In 1884, Peter Schuster, Elmer Boyer, and James Tucker organized the Perseverance Band which was directed by William H. Badge. It consisted of 27 members. On a motion made by C. Dempsey, seconded by Brennan, to accept the report, approved. SOLICITOR'S REPORT An executive session was requested to discuss legal matters. DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS STREET DEPARTMENT REPORT On a motion made by Diehl, seconded by Brennan, the report was unanimously approved, and it was made part of the minutes by reference. Council commended the Street Department on a job well done this winter season. ELECTRIC LIGHT DEPARTMENT REPORT On a motion made by Klazas, seconded by C. Dempsey, the report was unanimously approved, and it was made part of the minutes by reference. 3 TREASURER'S REPORT On a motion made by C. Dempsey, seconded by Klazas, the report was unanimously approved, and it was made part of the minutes by reference. Treasurer Carol Sutzko reviewed her report and mentioned the 2024 Annual Report was also distributed. TAX REPORT On a motion made by Stednitz-Julian, seconded by Diehl, the report was unanimously approved, and it was made part of the minutes by reference. POLICE REPORT On a motion by C. Dempsey, seconded by Stednitz-Julian, the report was unanimously approved, and it was made part of the minutes by reference. Chief Dempsey requested authorization to purchase three Officer's Patrol Gunshot & Trauma Kits at a price of $159.99 each. He also mentioned they were receiving good feedback regarding the Palo Alto Agreement. ZONING REPORT On a motion by Klazas, seconded by C. Dempsey, the report was unanimously approved, and it was made part of the minutes by reference. FIRE DEPARTMENT REPORT On a. motion. by Diehl, seconded by Stednitz-Julian, the report was. unanimously approved, and it was made part of the minutes by reference. Fire Chief Frank Uhrin noted that a fire watch was held and all companies participated; areas around hydrants and the fire stations were cleared of snow. Council commended Fire Chief Uhrin on a great job. CODE DEPARTMENT REPORT On a motion made by Stednitz-ulian, seconded by Klazas, the report was unanimously approved, and it was made part of the minutes by reference. COMMUNICATIONS No communications. 4 OLD BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS On a motion by C. Dempsey, seconded by Stednitz-Julian to amend the agenda, approved. Ona motion by Diehl, seconded by Klazas to purchase three Officer's Patrol Tactical Gunshot and Trauma Kits at a price of $159.99 each, approved. On a motion by Klazas, seconded by Stednitz-Julian to exonerate tax collector, William Umbenhaur, from collecting the following taxes: 183 Delinquent Real Estate Accounts in the amount of $27,762.92 498 Delinquent Per Capita Accounts in the amount of $2,739.00 498 Delinquent Occupational Accounts in the amount of $1,150.38, and that these accounts be turned over to the appropriate collection agencies, approved. On a motion by Diehl, seconded by C. Dempsey, to purchase three body harnesses and two self-rescue kits for the Electric Light Department from Bashlin Industries in the amount of $2,450.80 as required to follow OSHA, approved. On a motion by Diehl, seconded by Stednitz-Julian to purchase a Protemp 220,000 BTU kerosene/diese! forced air heater with thermostat for the Borough Garage in the amount of $677.00, approved. Council member Diehl suggested a meeting be set up with the fire police since they are an integral part of the borough. Council President Dempsey called an Executive session began at 7:00 p.m. to discuss personal matters. The executive session adjourned at 7:03 p.m. On a motion by Stednitz-Julian, seconded by Klazas, to pay all bills and claims, properly approved by council; approved. On a motion by Stednitz-Julian, seconded by Diehl, to adjourn the meeting, at 7:07 p.m., approved. Roland Price, Borough Secretary Mayor's Report February 4, 2025 1. A heartfelt "Thank You" is extended to all of the Borough departments involved in the execution of the recent Snow Emergency on January 19, 2025. Thank you is also extended to the residents and businesses of Second and Hancock Streets for their cooperation during the Snow Emergency. 2. Residents are reminded to support the fund-raising efforts of our local churches as they are the spiritual heart of our community. Historical Note One of the earliest musical groups organized in St. Clair was the Union Cornet Band in 1862. It was comprised of 19 instruments. It was reorganized in 1871 and was chartered in 1873. The next two bands organized were the Citizen's Band and the Schlottman Band. In 1884, Peter Schuster, Elmer Boyer, and James Tucker organized the Perseverance Band which was directed by William H. Badge. It consisted of 27 members. Alfred Benesch & Company benesch 400 One Norwegian Plaza Pottsville, PA17901 www.benesch.com P570-622-4055 February 4, 2025 Mr. T. Dempsey Council President 16 S Third Street St. Clair, PA 17970 RE: Consulting Engineer's Report (CER) Benesch Project No. 0325-609049.02 Dear Mr. Dempsey: The following is the status of engineering services performed by ouri firm as of this date: ENGINEERING CONSULTATIONS & CONSTRUCTION PROJECIS Grant Assistance 0325-609049.02, Task 4) PCCD Police Grant We have been working with the Police Department and the Borough regarding the purchasing and grant reporting requirements. We are awaiting one invoice for the purchase of software, and then we can finalize the grant. To date, $86,962.34 of the $87,660.00 grant has been submitted and approved for reimbursement, with $73,560.25 atready reimbursed. The grant term expires on March 31, 2025. PA DCED CFA LSA Garbage Truck Grant The garbage truck has been delivered. Once the Borough receives the invoice and makes payment, we can assist the Borough with requesting reimbursement from the PA DCED. PA DCED CFA GTRP Youth Basketball Court Last week the Borough was notified that itreceived a PA DCED Greenways, Trails, Recreation Program (GTRP) grant in the full-requested amount of $64,175 to construct a youth basketball court adjacent at the Third Street Playground. The Borough's 15% match is equivalent to $11,325: However, the Borough will also be responsible for any design and inspection costs that exceed 10% of the project ($7,500). St. Clair Little League Project (31226.20) The contractor anticipates returning to address the punchlist items once the field is workable. DCNR has also extended the grant contract until December 31, 2025, allowing time for all punchlist items to be completed as well as the purchase of special breakaway bases to maximize the grant award. Our office will also continue to assist the Borough with providing progress reports to DCNR as required as well as assisting with the grant closeout. SUBDIVISIONS & LAND DEVELOPMENTS STS LD (31137.31, Task 1) Stormwater and electric record plans have been provided by the Applicant's Engineer and, after consultation with the Borough Electric Light Department, the plans were accepted by our office on January 23, 2025, No other information is required, and this project can be closed out, CER.SC2025.0204.docx St Clair Borough Councit Pagel 12 benesch Coal Creek Phase III 0325-609049.30, Task 1) On January 23, 2025, the Borough was notified by the Schuylkill Conservation District that the NPDES permit associated with Phase HI Has been renewed and will now expire on December 7, 2029. Rennick Subdivision 0325-609049.30, Task 2) The Borough has received a minor residential subdivision submission. Our office will perform the review prior to the Planning Commission meeting scheduled for February 20, 2025. POTENTIAL FUNDING/GRANT SOURCES (0325-609049.02, Task 4) RECREATION 2025 DCNR Community Partnerships Program (C2P2), Small Communities (SC) Program Current Status: OPEN (as of Jan 21, 2025) Application Deadline: Aprit 2, 2025 Uses: Grant funds must be used for rehabilitation and/or new development of basic outdoor recreation and parkfacitities that provide a high level of recreational value, such as playgrounds and pavilions with ADA accessibility. Priorities this year are planning and development projects that focus on recreation for all and rehab of existing parks. Funding: Grant funding ranges from $60,000 - $100,000: $10,000 is earmarkedi for Professional Services only and requires no match. $20,000 is earmarked for Materials and/or Equipment only and requires no match. Grant funds over: $30,000 may be used for Materiats, Equipment, and/or Labor and require a $1 for $1 match. Total project costs range from $90,000 - $170,000 DCNR Match Total Project Grant Requirement Costs $60,000 $30,000 $90,000 $70,000 $40,000 $110,000 $80,000 $50,000 $130,000 $90,000 $60,000 $150,000 $100,000 $70,000 $170,000 Timeline: ) Anticipated award notifications: Fall: 2025 , Grant agreements begin: Jan 2026 Earliest Project Start: Summer/Fall 2026 Earliest Project Completion: Fall 2026/Spring 2027 Grant Expiration: Dec 2029 PotentialProjects: John Siney Park pavition replacement, Third Street Basketball Court lighting, other playground improvements. 2025 Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA): Greenways, Trails, Recreation Program (GTRP) Current Status: OPEN (as of Feb 1, 2025) Application! Deadline: May 31, 2025 Uses: Can fund planning grants, as well as constructon/eparrenan grants, for a wide variety of community recreation facilities, like baseball and soccer fields, basketball courts, playgrounds, pools, etc. Can fund indoor or outdoorf facilities and purchase of property to create new or expand existing recreational sites. Funding: o Grants shall not exceed $250,000 for any project, 0 15klocaimatohraqurad. Can be land value and other state grant funds. In-kind match NOT accepted. St Clair Borough Council Page/3 benesch Engineering, design, and inspection is limited to 10% of grant award, which is often insufficient. Timeline: Anticipated award notifications: Fall 2025 Grant agreements begin: Jan 2026 Earliest Project Start: Summer/Fall 2026 Earliest Project Completion: Fall 2026/Spring 2027 Grant Expiration: Dec 2030 PotentialProjects: John Siney Park pavilion replacement, property purchase next to John Siney Park, Third Street Basketball Court lighting, Pickleball court, and other playground improvements. COMMUNITY FACILITIES AND VEHICLES USDA Rural Development: Community Facilities Direct Loan & Grant Program Current Status: OPEN Application Deadline: Applications accepted continuously throughout the year. Uses: Funds can be used to purchase, construct, and/ori improve essential communtyfaciuties (including police & fire stations), purchase equipment (including vehicles), and pay related expenses. Funding: Low interest direct loans and/or grants (max 75%). Most funding via low-interest loans. TRANSPORTATIONINNFRASTRUCTURE 2025 PA DCED Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA): Multimodal Transportation Fund (MTF) Current Status: CLOSED Opening: Mar 1, 2025 Application Deadline: July 31, 2025 Uses: Funds may be used for the development, rehabilitation and enhancement of transportation assets to existing communities, streetscape, lighting, sidewalk enhancement, pedestrian safety, roadway drainage, connectivity of transportation assets, and transit-oriented development. Bridge replacements and rehabilitations are eligible. Funding: Grants are available for projects with a total cost of $100,000 or more. Grants shall not exceed $3M for any project. Typically requires 30% local match, although the local match requirement has been waived for municipalities for the past several rounds. AnticipatedAward, Announcement: Spring 2026 PotentialProject(s): Thwing Street Bridge or Carroll Street Bridge replacement; streetscapes, sidewalks, pedestrian and bicycle safetylmprovements 2025 US DOT Rural and Tribal Assistance Pilot Program Current Status: CLOSED Opening: Mar 4, 2025, 2pm -1 first-come, first-served Application Deadline: Apr 3, 2025, 4:59pm Uses: Technical assistance grants to rural and tribal communities for the planning and design phase development of transportation projects. May be used to hire staff or advisors to assist with planning and design phase activities, including feasibility studies, preliminary engineering and design, environmental review, revenue forecasting, financial feasibility analysis, statutory and regulatory analysis, and drafting and negotiation of agreements. Funding: No-match required Single projects ranging from $200,000 to $750,000 AnticipatedAward. Announcement: Spring 2025 PotentialProject(s): Design of Thwing Street Bridge or Carroll Street Bridge replacement; streetscapes, sidewalks, pedestrian and bicycle safety improvements St Clair Borough Council Page14 benesch PENDING/AWARDED GRANT APPLICATIONS 2022 PA Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD): Local, Law Enforcement Support Grant Program Project Equipment and Technological Upgrades Total Project Estimate $177,018 Borough Portion $0 (0%) Date Submitted Oct 31 2022 Award Notification Mar 8 2023 (Second Rnd) Application Status AWARDED $87,660 Grant Period Ends Mar 31 2025. Project Status Awaiting final invoice for software. 2022 PA DCNR Community Partnerships Program (C2P2), Small Communities (SC) Program Project Northward Playground Basketball Courts Total Project Estimate $70,000 Borough Portion $20,000 (29%6) Date Submitted Apr 6 2022 Award Notification Sep 6 2022 Application Status AWARDED $50,000 Grant Period Ends Dec 31 2026 Project Status Design and construction in 2025. 2023 PA DCNR Community Partnerships Program (C2P2), Small Communities (SC) Program Project John Siney Park Total Project Estimate $125,000 Borough Portion $47,500 (38%6) Date Submitted Apr 5 2023 Award Notification Oct 5 2023 Application Status AWARDED $77,500 Grant Period Ends Dec 31 2027 Project Status Design and construction in 2026. 2023 PA DCED Commonweath Financing Authority (CFA): Local Share Account (LSA) - Statewide Project Firehouse Addition Total Project Estimate $651,360 Borough. Portion $0(0%6) Date Submitted Nov 30 2023 Award Notification Oct 22 2024 Application Status AWARDED $400,000 Project Status Borough signed DCED contract agreement, Boro and Alert Fire Companyt to enter into cooperative agreement for bidding and construction. 2023 PA DCED Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA): Greenways, Trails, Recreation Program (GTRP) Project Youth Basketball Court (Third St Playground) Total Project Estimate $75,500 Borough Portion $11,325 (15%) Date Submitted May 31 2024 Award Notification Jan 28 2025 Application Status AWARDED $64,175 Project Status Await formal grant award and contract information from DCED. St Clair Borough Council Page/5 benesch 2024 PA DCED Commonweatth Financing Authority (CFA): Multimodal Transportation Fund (MTF) Project Ann Street Rehabilitation (1325LF of milling & overlay, patching, ADA ramps, paint, bid docs, contract & construction admin) Total Project Estimate $222,500 Borough Portion $0 (0%) Date Submitted July 31 2024 Anticipated Award Notification March 2025 Application Status Under Review 2024 PA DCED Commonweath Financing Authority (CFA): Local Share Account (LSA) - Statewide Project Electric Bucket Truck Total Project Estimate $299,300 Borough Portion $0 (0%6) Date Submitted Nov 27 2024 Anticipated Award Notification Oct 2025 Application Status Under Review ST. CLAIR POTENTIAL ACTION ITEMS 1. Potential Grant Opportunities - Although no grant applications require immediate attention by Council, several opportunities will become available over the next two months. Council should consider priorities and consider programs that require no local match. Thank you for your time and consideration in this matter. Ifyou have any questions or comments concerning the above, please contact our office. Sincerely, GRt Brian W. Baldwin, PE Project Manager Cc: Atty. Edward M. Brennan, Solicitor Street Department Picked up garbage, ashes, recyclables and large items for the month of. January. Finished collecting Christmas trees. Delt with several winter storms. Cut down fallen trees on South Mill in the creek. Posted 2nd and Hancock Street "No Parking" due to inclement weather orders from Mayor Tomko. Double up two days on garbage due to intense weather conditions. Cleared corners, inlets and snow piles after every storm. Changed belts on heating system in police station. Installed 3 tons of cold patch, and sealed potholes. We received the new garbage truck, and it should be in service by next month. Maintenance 150 B Disassembled engine, cleaned valves put new injectors, plugs, wires and gaskets. Installed new tires, clutch on S-10 spreader. Rebuilt entire steering column, which consist of shifter, shifter tube, rod, bearings and bushings. Installed new chain and sprockets on S-10 spreader. New belts were installed on S-6 spreader. Inspected the S-11and also the S-6 Dump truck. Repaired overheating problem on150 A and installed front and rear brakes on S-3. Installed brake lines on S-4 Dump truck. Diagnosed electrical problem on 150A and corrected the problem. New plow selenoid on S-7. Changed rear axle and hub assembly on S-5. dump. truck. Major issue with G-2 garbage truck hydrautic system. Received a quote for $12,000 to repair. We were able to diagnose the issue and rebuild the hydraulic pump for a total cost of $700.00 saving the borough #11,300. This was a total team effort. I am very pleased with the new snow program 1 have installed. Everyone has a designated route and is working very well. lwould like to thank the councit, Brian Baldwin, and Roland for their help on getting the new garbage truck, it is very much appreciated. Electric Light Department Report January 2025 December's Energy cost / Usage = $ 161,666.07 / 1,939,452 KWH Historical Society Bldg,- old fuse panel removed, new wiring, 2 new ceiling fans and controls installed, 3'x 6' area of ceiling repaired. All requested work is complete, Committee is very satisfied! Complete and submitted P.U.C. 56.231 monthly reports for Oct. - Nov. and Dec. 2024. P.U.C. 1307 E report for 2024 completed, notarized and sent USPS. Call out 3:30 pm Tuesday 1/7/25 - truck pulled wires down 100 block South Mill Street. Fri. 1/3 printed and posted 71- 48 hour Notices. Due to Fridgid temps extended shutoffs until Mon. 1/13/25, on Thurs. 1/9 posted 9 Final notices at properties that didn't respond to 48 hr. notices. On Tuesday 1/14/25 cut 3 for non-payment / no response to red 10 day notices sent nor notices posted at property! Rudy, Josh and myself attended safety meeting held by AMP OHIO in Schuylkill Haven. Changed photo sensor street light front of 318 North Mill. Letter sent to Resident Re: needs account setup in his name on a property he purchased couple years ago Call from Street Dept. employee, communication wires pulled down and hanging accross 135 Arnot Street. As per Police Chief, fuel card for 2013 Expidition lost = ordered replacement, lost card terminatted. Took old Flags from here and Post Office to Sch. Memorial Cemetary for proper retirement. Com Cast here, ran cable from street into building for new internet service, Joe (IT guy) was notified. New 200 amp service hookup at 56 Ann Street. Placed call to T&R Electric in South Dakota to make sure order was placed for the 3 Voltage Regulators. As per request of new owner cut electric to 17 West Franklin, place is vacant fax sent to Police. Shut off all timers and started taken down Christmas decorations, starting with Boone Park. Cleared snow from all access areas into switchyard, removed snowpiles from front of office and parking lot. 1/24 reviewed delinquent book printed 93 notices, on 1/28 posted 69 = 48 hour disconnect notices. Placed order for new fuel card for Police vehicle 150 B existing card damaged. Performed numerous other jobs, responded to multiple PA ONE calls, answered, returned many phone calls and emails throughout month. Respectfully Submitted; Robert Petrozino 02/04/2025 Borough of St Clair Treasurer's Report - General Fund December 2024 TOTAL Ordinary Income/Expense Income 301.10 - Real Estate Tax, Current 2,749.05 301.30 . Real Estate Tax, Delinquent 56.66 310.01 . Per Capita Tax, Current 104.50 310.03 - Per Capita Tax, Delinquent 106.67 310.10 * Real Estate Transfer Tax 2,755.86 310.20 . Earned Income Tax 13,998.28 310.30 - Business Privilege Tax 23,504.80 310.41 . Occupation Tax, Current 41.58 310.43 - Occupation Tax, Delinquent 46.20 331.12 . Police Fines 1,564.79 331.13 . Police Fines - State Police 448.99 342.20 - Rental Income - Boro Property 500.00 342.46 - Pole Rental 5,781.00 359 - Intergovernmental Revenue 10,799.02 361.33 * Variance/Zoning Permits 140.00 362.10 . Police Protection Services 7,250.00 362.20 . Special Fire Protection Service 3,028.76 364.30 - Solid Waste Collection Fees 42,795.09 392.18 - Transfers from Electric Light 200,000.00 Total Income 315,671.25 Expense Administration Department 27,001.61 Health & Sanitation Department 20,605.09 Miscellaneous Department 49,133.22 Planning & Zoning Department 15,492.94 Police Protection Department 89,967.31 403.00 - Tax Collection Department 1,360.68 409.00 * Borough Buildings Department 6,457.57 411.00 * Fire Department 21,864.82 419.00 - Educational Services 7,750.09 Page 1 Borough of St Clair Treasurer's Report - General Fund December 2024 TOTAL 430.00 . Streets & Bridges Department 34,207.08 452.00 - Recreation Department 460.28 481.00 - Payroll Tax Expense 5,413.02 487.00 . Employer Benefits & W/H 76,801.42 Total Expense 356,515.13 Net Ordinary Income -40,843.88 Other Income/Expense Other Income 341.000 - Interest, Dividend Income 4,607.71 Total Other Income 4,607.71 Other Expense 492.00 - Transfers Department 492.130 - Transfer to Sinking Fund 25,000.00 492.305 - Transfer to Gen Fund Cap : . 3,000.00 Total 492.00 . Transfers Department 28,000.00 ENDING BALANCE: $120,057.06 Page 2 Borough of St Clair Treasurer's Report - Electric Light Fund December 2024 TOTAL Ordinary Income/Expense Income 7372.40 - Electric Energy Sales 546,986.22 7372.50 - Sales Tax Discounts 25,00 7372.55 - Processing Fees 800.00 7372.56 . Miscellaneous Receipts 31.00 7372.57 - Service Fees 300,00 Total Income 548,142.22 Expense 7401.00 - Electric Light 7401120 - Superintendent 5,420.60 7409300 * Rental Expense 200.64 7442141 - Office Manager 4,048.00 7442142 . Administrative Assistant 2,479.76 7442143 - Lineman 4,644.12 7442144 - Assistant Lineman 3,852.80 7442210 " Office Supplies 1,350.97 7442220 * Electrical Materials & Supplies 1,333.63 7442231 - Gasoline & Oil 300.61 7442260 - Minor Equipment 280.00 7442321 - Telephone 263.15 7442361 - AMP = Ohio 141,274.71 7442370 - Maintenance & Repairs 1,119.80 7442372 - Technology/Computer Expenses 3,270.41 7442374 - Vehicle Maintenance & Repairs 1,007.03 Total 7401.00 * Electric Light 170,846.23 Total Expense 170,846.23 Net Ordinary Income 377,295.99 Other Income/Expense Other Income 341.000 - Interest, Dividend Income 4,051.79 Total Other Income 4,051.79 Other Expense 492.00 - Transfers Department 492.130 . Transfer to Sinking Fund 11,500.00 492,80 - Transfer to General Fund 200,000.00 Total 492.00 - Transfers Department 211,500.00 ENDING BALANCE: $816,714.30 Page 1 Borough of St Clair Balance Sheet As of December 31, 2024 Dec 31, 24 ASSETS Current Assets Checking/Savings 100.10 - Elec. Lgt. Sales Tax- Mid Penn 15,829.23 100.12 . PLGIT - Elec Light Deposit Acct 2,835.45 100.121 . PLGIT PRIME - Elec. Light Dep. 23,725.65 100.13 - PLGIT - Elect Lgt Capital Rsrv 12,101.97 100.131 * PLGIT PRIME-Elec.Light Cap Res 325,879.42 100.14 - PLGIT - Electric Light Fund 805,319.52 100.15 . PLGIT - FIRE INS ESCROW ACCT 38,512:96 100.16 * PLGIT - General Fund 85,090.94 100.17 - PLGIT - General Fund Cap Reserv 12,101.97 100.171 . PLGIT PRIME-Gen. Fund Cap. Res. 322,068.13 100.18 - PLGIT - HD Land Devel Escrow 19,777.66 100.19 * PLGIT * Highway Aid Fund 19.64 100.191 . PLGIT PRIME - Highway Aid Fund 15,338.67 100.20 - Elec. Light Chk. (Mid Penn) 11,394.78 100.21 . PLGIT - Home Program 882.14 100.22 - PLGIT - Recreation Grant Fund 23,468.15 100.221 - PLGIT PRIME - Recreation Grant 187.03 100.23 . PLGIT - Sinking Fund 36,962.49 100.231 - PLGIT PRIME - Sinking Fund 259,926.42 100.24 - PLGIT = Street Opening Permit 1,743.69 100.241 . PLGIT PRIME - Street Opening 81,212.80 100.30 . Gen. Fund Chk. (Mid Penn) 33,479.29 100.40 . PLGIT-Bridge Construction Fund 15.49 100.401 - PLGIT PRIME - Bridge Cons. Fund 138,073.47 100.50 . PLGIT - Demolition Fund 603.10 100.501 . PLGIT PRIME - Demolition Fund 290,450.23 100.80 - PLGIT - Ann St Maintenance Fund 0.08 100.81 * PLGIT/PRIME Ann St Maintenance 33,874.08 100.90 - PLGIT - Building Permit Fund 102,704.15 105.10 - PLGIT - Payroll Fund 543.22 105.20 - PLGIT - Withholding Account 1,009.21 110 * Petty Cash 500.00 110.10 . Petty Cash - General Fund 200.00 110.20 - Petty Cash = Swimming Pool - GF 300.00 Total Checking/Savings 2,696,131.03 Page 1 Tax Collector's Remittance to Taxing Districts WILLIAM UMBENHAUR - 2024. - SAINT CLAIR BOROUGH For 12/01/2024 thru 01/12/2025 Date Created 01/12/2025 SAINT CLAIRI BOROUGH Taxing District Municipality/Borough Per Capita Borough Occupation Other A. Collections 1. Balance Collectable - Beginning of Month 38511.40 3135.00 1316.70 2A. Additions: During the Month (*) 5.00 2.10 2B. Deductions: Credits During the Month (from line 17) 3. Total Collectable 38511,40 3140,00; 1318,80 4. Less: Face Collections for the Month 13272.36 610.00 182.70 5. Less: Deletions/Exemptions from the List (*) 73.50 6. Less: Exonerations (*) 45.00 18.90 7. Less: Liens/Non-Lienablenable/Instalments (*) 8. Balance collectable End of Month 25239.04 2485.00 1043.70 B. Reconcilliation of Cash Collected 9. Face Amount of Collections - (must agree with line 4+7) 13272.36 610.00 182.70 10. Plus: Penalties 1327.24 61.00 18.27 11. Less: Discounts 12. Total Cash Collected per Column 14599.60 671.00 200.97 13. Total Cash Collected - (12A +1 12B + 12C + 12D) 15471.57 (*)4 ATTACH, ANY SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED BY YOUR TAXING DISTRICT C. Payment ofTaxes 14. Amount Remitted During the Month (*) TOTAL ALL Date Transaction # Amount TAXES Total 0,00 15. Amount Paid with this Report Appilcable to this Reporting Month Transaction # 15471.57 16. Total Remitted This Month 15471,57 17. List, Other Credit Adjustments (*) Parcel / PerCapita # Name Amount Total 0,00 18. Interest Barnings (ifa applicable) $ Lha Nu haw 1-12-1025 TAXING DISTRICT USE (OPTIONAL) Tax Collector Date I verify this is a complete and accurate reporting oft the Carryover from Previous balance collectable, taxes collected and remitted for the Month $_ month. Amount Collected This $ Month Received by (taxing district); Less Amount Paid this Month $_ Ending Balance $_ Title: Date: Ia acknowledge the receipt of this report. SAINT CLAIR POLICE DEPARTMENT 24 NORTH SECOND STREET SAINT CLAIR, PA 17970 DISPATCH: 570-429-2240 FAX: 570-429-3050 Police Report: February 2025 January 2025 Police Activity Total Calls for Service- 441 Total Traffic Stops- 92 Total Traffic Citations- 71 Total Parking Tickets- 4 Total Vehicle Crashes- 7 Vehicle Crash- 11 Disturbance- 10 Warrant Service- 5 Abandon Vehicle- 8 Harassment- 5 Custody Issue- 2 Drug Related- 1 Vandalism- 2 Welfare Check- 3 Thefts- 9 Hit and Run- 4 Elder Abuse- 1 Domestic- 10 Alarm Calls- 9 Stolen Vehicle- 2 Pedestrian Struck- 1 Juvenile Related- 2 Mental Health- 3 Police Department Notes: Request to purchase Three (3) Officer's Patrol Tactical Gunshot & Trauma Kit at the price. of $159.99 ea. Part Time Officer Kevin Soberick will start training this week. Part-Time Officer Neiko Eckley is enrolled in the police Academy and participates in Field Training on nights and weekends, when available. Chief Dempsey passed the FAA Part 107 exam on 01/10/2025 and was issued a FAA Remote Pilot Certificate (Part 107) and is licensed to operate the department drone. Repspectfully submitted, K M. Wiliam M. Demps Chief of Police Borough of St. Clair Zoning Officer's Report January 2025 Application Application Description Status Location Date Zoning Permit 1/9/2025 Cell Tower Issued 100 Oak Issued Modifications Zoning Permit 1/10/2025 Building Alerted 16S. 3rd Required Modifications Inquiry 1/15/2025 Right to Know Solar Completed Zoning Permit 1/20/2025 Stand-By Generator On Going Walmart Inquiry Zoning Permit 1/24/2025 Building On-Going 51 Ann Street Required Modifications Greg Stednitz Zoning Officer 1-27-2025 Saint Clair Fire Department Fire Alarm Report January 2025 January-04 STILL ALARM17:45 hours Joseph H Long Blvd & Hancock St. for a vehicle accident w/injury. Alert/Columbia, and Deputy Skrobak responded. Members controlled fluids and traffic. (MVA62) In service 40 minutes. January-07 GENERAL ALARM 09:35 hours (BOX 461) 227 S. Mill St. (St. Clair Elementary School) for an automatic fire alarm. All companies dispatched, Chief Uhrin arrived to find the equipment closet under the parking garage and a fire extinguisher set the alarm. Held units in station. (AFA62) In service 20 minutes. January-07: STILL ALARM 21:35 hours 550 Terry Rich Blvd. for a Tractor Trailer and a car with a person trapped under the car. Alert/Columbia, Rescue, West End, Chief Uhrin, Skrobak, Schuylkill EMS, and SCPD responded. Members arrived to find a male under the car, jacks were used to lift the car to free the person. (MVA62) In service 30 minutes. lanuary-16STILL ALARM 05:00 hours 742 West Centre St. Shenandoah for an engine to standby. Alert/Columbia, responded. Members were on standby for 4 hours. (FSB64) In service 4 hours. January-16STILL ALARM05:42 hours 120 Vatesville Rd. for a tanker fill site. Members were cancelled before getting set up. (FSB64) In service 10 minutes. lanuary-16STILL, ALARM 10:01 hours 319 S. Second St. for a smoke investigation. Alert/Columbia, and Deputy Skrobak responded. Members found the heating unit in disarray. The realtor was contacted and made aware of the situation. Members ventilated both sides of the duplex. (OBM62) In service 70 minutes. January- 17STILL ALARM 06:28 hours 200 Humane Avenue Pottsville for a fire standby. Alert/Columbia for the tower ladder responded. Members were redirected to 679 North Second St. to the scene for manpower, and later back to Humane for standby. (RSF68) In service 10 minutes. January-17 STILL ALARM 06:47 hours 200 Humane Avenue for a standby assignment. Members were on standby. (FSB68) In service 150 minutes. January-20 STILL ALARM 10:09 hours 729 Port Carbon / St. Clair Highway East Norwegian Township for a medical assist for lifting. Alert/Columbia, and Deputy Skrobak responded. Members assisted EMS. (MA08) In service 25 minutes. January-22 CHIEF CALL 10:16 hours 120 Cherry St. for an unknown type of alarm sounding, Asst. Johns responded, found to be a faulty detector. (CHF62) In service 35 minutes. January-22 GENERAL ALARM 13:38 hours (BOX33) 438 South Second St. for a reported house fire. ALL companies were dispatched; Asst. Johns arrived to find a chimney smoking from a new fire and placed all the fire available. (RSF62) In service 15 minutes. January-22 CHIEF CALL 16:54 hours 123 North Second St, for a utility's investigation. Asst. Johns responded, "! found an overflowing tub on the second-floor apartment, water was secured, and property was secured. (CHF62) In service 45 minutes. January-23 STILL ALARM 08:22 hours 25 North Nicholas St. (Neumans Apts.) for an odor investigation. Chief Uhrin responded, found the odor to be outside the building, held units in station. (ODO62) In service 40 minutes. January-23 GENERAL ALARM 11:22 hours (BOX33) 391 Pottsville St. Clair Highway (Lowes Home Improvements) East Norwegian Township for a water flow alarm. Chief Uhrin, Johns, and all companies dispatched responded and found a frozen sprinkler pipe. Sprinkler Company was notified of repairs. (AFA08) In service 90 minutes. January-23 CHIEF CALL 18:13 hours 237 South Nicholas St. for an unknown type of alarm sounding. Chief Uhrin, Skrobak, and SCPD responded, members were able to gain entry to find a faulty detector. (CHF62) In service 45 minutes. January-23 CHIEF CALL 19:21 hours 141 North Mill St. for a pipe burst. Chief Uhrin and Skrobak responded and found a pipe on the radiator that froze and burst. Members secured the water and heat. Members assisted with cleaning up the water. (CHF62) In service 45 minutes. January-24 CHIEF CALL 22:38 hours 44 South Mill St. for a pipe burst. All chiefs and SCPD responded, members gained access and secured the water and the power. (CHF62) In service 45 minutes. January-28 STILL ALARM 11:49 hours 45 North Front St. for a vehicle accident unknown injury. Alert/Columbia, Rescue, Asst. Johns, Skrobak, and SCPD responded. Police arrived to find it minor and placed all fire and EMS available. (MVA62) In service 5 minutes. January-29 GENERAL, ALARM 10:47 hours (BOX33) 391 Pottsville / St. Clair Highway East Norwegian Township for an automatic fire alarm. All companies dispatched, all Chiefs arrived to find a broken sprinkter pipe and held it to companies on scene. Members shut off the loop for that zone while store personnel contacted the sprinkler company. (AFA08) In service 45 minutes. January-29 STILL ALARM 18:21 hours. Joseph H Long Blvd. and Terry Rich Blvd. for a vehicle açcident w/injury. Alert/Columbia, Rescue, West End, all Chiefs and SCPD responded, companies were placed available from police on scene. (MVA62) In service 15 minutes. January-31 STILL ALARM 06:56 hours Joseph H Long Blvd. and Terry Rich Blvd. for a vehicle accident w/injury. Alert/Columbia, Rescue, West End, SCPD, Schuyikill EMS, and Deputy Skrobak responded. Members assisted with patient care and cleared the roadway of debris. (MVA62) In service 45 minutes. Comments. The following alarm boxes were tested, 33, Fire Department members held in-house training for the month on the following topics, Building Construction, and Breathing Apparatus refresher. Total 37.5 hours General Alarms 4 Still Alarms 12 False Alarms Chief Calls/Public Service 5 Total calls 21 Respectfully submitted, ramk Khing Frank Uhrin Fire Chief BOROUGH OF ST. CLAIR - CODE ENFORCEMENT - PROPERTY MAINTENANCE 16 South Third Street St Clait, PA 17970 PHONE: 570-429-0640 Fax: 570-429-2829 February 3, 2025 TOTAL COMPLAINTS - 17 RENTAL INSPECTIONS - 5 Respectfully, Michelle D. Brestowski Code Enforcement Officer