MINUTES SCHUYLKILL HAVEN BOROUGH DATE: March 5, 2025 TIME: 6:30 p.m. ATTENDING: President Jerry Bowman, Vice President Gordon, Members Montz, Roeder, Dress, Kavanaugh, and Williams. Also attending were Mayor Devlin, Administrator Seiders, and Solicitor Semanchik. CALL TO ORDER: President Jerry Bowman called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. On motion ofl Roeder/Montz, Mark Semanchik was designated as the Acting Secretary. CITIZEN COMMENTS: Vanessa Caravan raised questions as to the use of the Senior Center and the status of the Programs being run by Diakon. Jessica Schwenk m Avenue B - raised concern about parking challenges along the one-way street in her neighborhood. She asked if the Police/Highway Committee could review the situation and implement measures to maximum parking availability. Chris Crespo of" Tennis Ave. described traffic hazards of tractor trailers continuing along Main St. past Boyer's Supermarket, only to have to tum off and find that his street is not a safe throughway for tractor trailer traffic and/or the residents thereof. Better signage on Main St. will be looked into sO that such traffic is directed onto Parkway, or to restrict truck traffic along this part of Main St. for "local delivery only". ADMINISTRATION: None OTHER BUSINESS: President Bowman noted that there are enforcement efforts being made to remove disabled vehicles from the Senior Center parking lot. Member Roeder reminded all that the Island food sale drive through will be held on March 15, 2025, the menu, and that tickets are still available. Member Williams announçed that the 275th Anniversary Committee has finalized the. Agenda ofEvents, with the Kick-off Event to occur on April 5, 2025, with the last scheduled for December 31, 2025, as a New Year's Eve celebration at the WalkIn, A meeting of volunteers is to be held on March 18, 2025. Member Williams also reported on the preparations and upgrades being planned at the Community Garden, 3-5-25 P9 2 Mayor Devlin reported on the success and fun had by all in attending the Hoodie-Hoo festivities on February 20, 2025, but that all in attendance were disappointed with the non-attendance of Joe Snedeker of WNEP-TV. EXECOTIVE SESSION: There was an executive session held at 5:30 p.m. before the regular Council meeting, during which property use negotiations and utility sale negotiations were discussed. ADJOURN: There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 7:05 p.m, on motion of Roeder/Gordon. Respectfully submitted: Mark Semanchik, Esquire Acting Secretary MINUTES SCHUYLKILL HAVEN BOROUGH DATE: March 19, 2025 TIME: 6:30 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers, 250 Parkway, Schuylkill Haven ATTENDING: President Jerry Bowman, Vice President Gordon, Members Montz, Dress, Kavanaugh, and Williams. Also attending were Mayor Devlin, Administrator Seiders, and Solicitor Semanchik. CALL TO ORDER: President Jerry Bowman called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. with the Pledge ofAllegiance followed by a prayer. On motion of Montz/Dress, Council approved Solicitor Semanchik as Acting Secretary. CITIZEN COMMENTS: Dr. Jillian Mullin of 111 Tennis Ave. questioned the status ofthe Borough's drought measures. She was informed that the water levels have increased, but rather than being at 100%, the Borough finds itself only at 65%. Therefore, no mandatory restrictions are being considered at the present time, but conservation is being encouraged. She also commented with regard to truck traffic on Tennis Ave., and the Borough shared that it has taken steps to address the: situation based upon complaints received at a prior meeting. Steven Benulis of 640 E. Main St. questioned whether the Borough will reinstate cardboard drop-off as part of its recycling program. It was explained that this was stopped because it was cost prohibitive and that curbside pick-up was still available. Although disappointed, he understood. He also complained of a situation at the intersection of Center Ave. and Dock St. that involyed a flashing light and cones that he believed was hazardous for the traveling public. Code Enforcement Officer Paulin responded that he was aware ofthe situation and had informed the property owner of the need for this to cease. MINUTES: The minutes oft the February 5 and February 19 meetings were approved on motion ofl Montz/Gordon. TAX COLLECTOR: The Tax Collector's Report in the amount of$1,199 was approved on motion ofl Montz/Kavanaugh. TREASURER'S REPORT: Ashley Bieski, Treasurer, presented Council with the February, 2025 Treasurer's Report. On motion of Montz/Williams, Council approved this report. 3-19-25 P9 2 BILLS: The following bills were approved for payment on motion of Montz/Williams: General $361,067.51; Electric $485,059.14; Water $181,246.07; Sewer $108,866.06, for a total of $1,136,238.78. CORRESPONDENCE: None ADMINISTRATION: On motion of Montz/Gordon, Council approved a Resolution related to the North Manheim Township. Authority Act 537 Plan Amendment, in part changing the sewage needs for 99 residential units on N. Garfield Ave. from on-lot systems to the Borough's public çollection and treatment facilities. On motion of Williams/Montz, Council approved the letter request of Pete Reber, President ofthe Veterans Committee, related to Memorial Day services and parade, which includes four cemetery visits. On motion ofl Montz/Gordon, Council approved fund transfers to Pooled Cash in the amount of $70,000 from the Sewer Project Account, and a check was written to American Rock Salt in the amount of $11,850.05. OLD BUSINESS: None NEW BUSINESS: The Finance Committee reported that the 2024 Audit close-out meeting was held, and favorable comments were shared regarding the security measures being implemented and upgraded at Borough facilities. Questions were asked regarding the vendor ofthe cameras used in these measures and will be reviewed. Questions were raised regarding Borough Ordinances that may include fees for Skill Games. A report will be provided to Council for its next meeting. EXECUTIVE SESSION: There was an executive session held at 5:45 p.m. before the: regular Council meeting and concluded at 6:25 p.m., during which personnel and multiple property use and renovation issues were discussed. ADJOURN: There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 7:00 p.m. on motion of Dress/Kavanaugh. Respectfully submitted: Mark Semanchik, Esquire Acting Secretary