June 16 2025 1 MACUNGIE BOROUGH COUNCIL AGENDA Monday June 16, 2025 Regular Meeting 7:30 p.m. 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call 4. Announcements 5. Barry Isett Engineering a. Report 6. Public Comment a. Public b. Council Members 7. Presentations / Guest Speakers 8. Complaints, Petitions, and Appeals 9. Approval of] Minutes a. June 2 2025 10. Financial Agenda a. Treasurer", S report (2nd meeting of month) b. Approval of Paid Bills Detail report 11. Correspondence a. Allison Floray-Emmaus Public Library Director Report April 2025 b. Mary Nixon-Letter ofi interest zoning hearing board C. Macungie Ambulance Monthly Report 12. Reports a. Macungie Institute Manager Quarterly Report i. April 21, July 15, October 21 b. Zoning Monthly Update Report (2nd meeting of month) C. Solicitor d. Macungie Police Department Update (2nd meeting of month) e. Mayor's Report f. Borough Manager i. Zoning Officer PT/FT June 16 2025 2 ii. Knox Box Ordinance-commercial-none 13. Unfinished Business a. None 14. New Business a. BIA-Authorization to bid Locust Street Sidewalk Project b. ZHB-Mary Nixon letter ofinterest Zoning Hering Board. Appointment. C. Resolution 2025-03 Lehigh County Promissory Note-P25 Radio Authorization d. Authorization to hire Brian Sayre as a member oft the Public Works Department. Starting rate of$ 24.00/hour. e. Celebration Fireworks Permit for Fireworks Display July 6, 2025, 15. Executive Session a. Legal, Personnel, Real Estate 16. Action as a result of executive session 17. Adjournment BARRY ISETT& associatess MULTI- DISCIPLINEE ENGINEERS AND CONSULTANTSI EPRNE 5420 Crackersport Road, Allentown, PA 18104 610.398.0904 610.481.9098 barrylsett.com Macungie Borough Projects June 16th, 3 2025 Slanted Text denote previous comment Straight, Bold Text represents new comments Municipal Projects BUMP OUTS 0 Direction from Counci!: > Isett to look at current PW Proposal for Bump Outs > Isett to recommend Plantings for Bump Outs Isett reviewed plan with Borough Manager , Isett to prepare some exhibits for Council's review in May C Isett prepared mock ups, attached to this PDF, and color prints to be provided separately , Recommendation for installation and maintenance > Public Works to remove existing dirt and vegetation and install concrete pads in forebays. Public works to inspect sediment accumulation, and if necessary. remove accumulated sediment, on concrete once per quarter and after any rainfall event greater than 3 inches in a day. > Borough to contract with landscaper to renovate the remaining bump out area to include removing river rock, and re-topsoil and grade as necessary. Initial contract to include a 5-year maintenance contract to inspect and replace vegetation, as necessary, twice per. year (Spring and Autumn) as necessary. BIA is contacting Landscape Architects to confirm pricing for the bump outs (excluding forebay areas) plus a 2-year maintenance contract, and the job plus a 5-year maintenance contract. Borough of Macungie 2 June 16th, 2025 SIDEWALKS AT BOROUGH HALL C Initial direction from Council: > Isett to look at sidewalks and curbs on S. Church Street and Locust Street at Borough Hall O Isett reviewed the sidewalks and curbs. > Curbs on S Church Street have no reveal, and we recommend that the curbing and sidewalk be performed concurrently with the street reconstruction SO the curb isn't buried for any period of time. > Sidewalks and curbs on Locust Street do have some tripping hazards and should be replaced. Further, the sidewalk in front of the Borough parking lot has 100% of the panels with exposed aggregate. While this does not meet the sidewalk ordinance requirements, some may consider it aesthetically pleasing. Should the Borough wish to replace this sidewalk, we would recommend that the entire sidewalk along Locust Street between S Church St and Pine St be replaced, including the drive apron to the parking lot, for a consistent appearance. Further direction from Counci!: > Council authorized Isett to prepare specifications for bidding the removal and replacement of concrete curbs and sidewalk along East Locust Street from S. Church Street to Pine Street. > Base Bid to include new curb and sidewalk from west side of existing accessible ramp at S. Church Street to the drive apron into Borough parking lot, and include reconstruction of the drive apron. > Alternate 1 to include all concrete and sidewalk replacement from the drive apron to the accessible ramp at Pine Street. The Pine Street accessible ramp would not be included. , sett provides a lump sump fee to prepare bid documents and provide bid support to project award. Isett provides a proposed schedule for bidding and construction. Plans and Specifications prepared to 90%. Need authorization to bid for project ESTATES AT BROOKSIDE Council requested whether sidewalk across the Willow Lane frontage of Lots 1, 2, & 3 was waived or deferred with approval. > Plans clearly identify waivers that were granted by Borough Council. The waivers did not include the sidewalk in this area, it appears this was. just designed and left on the plans. Therefore, it appears the Borough has the rights to require this sidewalk be installed by the lot owners, Borough of Macungie 3 June 16th, 2025 > Council decided that sidewalks should be erected to connect the proposed walking trail on Willow Lane to the existing sidewalk and trail north of Sonoma Way. > Further, Council decided to review this again after Kay Builders has installed all of the PennDOT improvements to Willow Lane and the walking path along Willow Lane O Confirm Borough obligations for the recorded PCSM Plans. > Borough is responsible to maintain basins, and any closed stormwater piping within drainage easements on the lot. > The Stormwater Management Agreement clearly states that the Borough has the rights to inspect privately owned BMP's when deemed necessary by the Borough. The property owner is responsible for maintenance. > Since the property owner is responsible for maintenance of all structures and to ensure that the inlet grates are clean, we believe the Borough needs no formal inspection schedule and for the Borough to determine that it is necessary if there is a failure to maintain by the property owner. o Working with Borough Solicitor to provide the necessary documentation for Council to accept the dedication of the basin lot. ZONING DISTRICT AMENDMENT Council authorized Isett to work with the Borough Solicitor to prepare an exhibit to a proposed amendment to increase the R-10 District. sett is currently preparing the requested exhibit. Council requested Isett to confirm the, proposed amendment is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan for Southwest Lehigh County. Bob Korp, ACIP sees the proposed amendment as Generally Consisten!" Working with Borough Solicitor to provide the necessary documentation for ordinance modification Provided list of affected property owners to Borough Solicitor GREENWAYS TRAILS AND RECREATION PROGRAM (GTRP) Council requested sett to identify the costs and plans for Village Walk Park and Spruce Steet Park. Isett is preparing plans and estimates to review with Council on April 21. Isett presented proposals and Council authorized submission for Spruce Street park. Isett submitted grant documents on May 30. Borough of Macungie 4 June 16th, 2025 PennDOT ARLE Grant , Received Scoping Application Review from PennDOT on the intersections identified by Council. PennDOT concluded, "the project is not competitive because it's not addressing a documented safety issue. PennDOT does not have records of any fatal or injury crashes at the project location(s) for the past 5 years." , Isett recommends not further pursuing the ARLE Grant for this project. Further; absent any accident data, we expect that PennDOT will not approve these intersections fora a Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB). Isett coordinating to determine other funding possibilities and confirm permeability for crosswalk at S Chestnut & Sycamore Isett investigating line of sight issues at S Chestnut & Sycamore MACUNGIE BOROUGH COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES Monday, June 2, 2025 REGULAR MEETING MINUTES 7:30 P.M. Council Members: Ron Karboski Greg Hutchison (via phone) Todd Ritter Robert Rozak Carl Sell John Yerman (via phone) Mayor: Ronald Conrad Solicitor: Pat Armstrong Borough Manager: John Brown President Karboski called tonight's meeting to order at 8:00 pm. 1. Barry Isett Report a. Bump Outs - mock-ups were presented to the council. i. Public Works would remove existing dirt and vegetation and install concrete pads in forebays. Public Works would inspect and remove necessary accumulated sediment if needed, or after any. rainfall greater than 3 inches in a day. i. Borough would contract with a landscaper to renovate the remaining bump-out area and include a 5-year maintenance contract to inspect and replace vegetation as necessary. iii. Council would like to change the 5-year contract to a 2-year contract. b. Sidewalks at Borough Hall i. Bid documents will be provided at the next council meeting on 6/16/2025. C., Estates at Brookside i. PCSM Plans - The Borough is responsible for maintaining basins and any stormwater piping within the drainage easements on the lot. ii. Sidewalks across the Willow Lane frontage Counci! will wait until Kay Builders have installed all of the PennDOT improvements to Willow Lane and the walking path along Willow Lane. d. Zoning District Amendment i. Property Parcel numbers will be provided at the next meeting on 6/16/2025. e. Spruce Street Park i. Grant application was submitted. f. PennDOT ARLE Grant i. June 30, 2025, deadiine. ii. PennDOT said the project is not competitive because there are no documented safety issues over the last 5 years. BIA recommends not applying due to non-competitive feedback iil. Council asked for alternative plan for Chestnut and Sycamore to address speeding issues and line of sight issues. May require another traffic study per Sergeant Travis Kocher. 2. Public Comment a. Bill Reiss 430 E Main St -Mr. Reiss believes the Stack Storage is an eyesore, and he feels that rezoning will reduce the potential of more eyesores. Mr. Reiss is requesting that a workshop be conducted to discuss the rezoning topic. 3. Presentations/Guest Speakers MOTIONS: 060225-A / 060225-B / 060225-C, / 060225-D / 060225-E / 060225-F / 060225-G / 060225-H/060225-4/ 060225-J/ 060225-K, / 060225-L/ 060225-M MACUNGIE BOROUGH COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES Monday, June 2, 2025 REGULAR MEETING MINUTES 7:30 P.M. a. None 4. Complaints, Petitions, and Appeals a. None 5. Approval of Minutes a. May 19, 2025 i. Councilman Rozak made a motion to accept the minutes as written. Vice President Hutchison seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously. (060225-A) 6. Financial Agenda a. Treasurer's Report (2nd meeting of the month) b. Approval of Paid Bills Detail report i. Vice President Hutchison made a motion to pass the bills for $41,795.66. Councilman Rozak seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously. (060225-B) 7. Correspondence a. Macungie Halloween Parade b. Donna Kohut = May 18, 2025 - resignation from Planning Commission 8. Reports a, Macungie institute Manager Quarterly Report i. April 15, July 15, Oct 21 b. Zoning Monthly Update Report (2nd meeting of the month) C. Solicitor d.. Macungie Police Department (2nd meeting of the month) e.. Mayor i. Mayor Conrad commented that a Town Hall meeting was held at the Ridings at Brookside regarding the shooting incident, which was very well attended. f. Borough Manager i. DPW 5th position - interviews scheduled w/o 6/2/2025 ii. Zoning Officer FT- (1) applicant 9. Unfinished Business a. Discussion of appointment to the open council position i. Councilman Ritter made a motion to appoint Megan Sell to the open council seat and finishing out the term expiring 12/31/2025. Councilman Rozak seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously. (060225-C) 10. New Business a. Donna Kohut - Letter of resignation from Planning Commission - amendment to agenda i. President Karboski made a motion to amend the agenda to include Donna Kohut's letter of resignation from the Planning Commission. Councilman Sell seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously. (060225-D) b. Donna Kohut - Letter of resignation from Planning Commission - acceptance i. President Karboski made a motion to accept Donna Kohut's letter of resignation with regret. Councilman Sell seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously. (060225-E) C. Herr Signal and Lighting Payment Request #3 - Pedestrian LED Lighting $29,500. i. Councilman Sell made a motion to pay Herr Signal and Lighting for $29,500. Councilman Ritter seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously. (060225-F) MOTIONS: 060225-A / 060225-B / 060225-C/ 060225-D / 060225-E, / 060225-F / 060225-G / 060225-H, / 060225-1/ 060225-J / 060225-K / 060225-L/ 060225-M MACUNGIE BOROUGH COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES Monday, June 2, 2025 REGULAR MEETING MINUTES 7:30 P.M. d. P25 Radios - Lehigh County Promissory note and agreement. i. President Karboski made a motion to move forward with the Promissory note pending review by solicitor and potential amendment of section 5 and adding a default clause in the event of a late payment. Councilman Rozak seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously. (060225-G) e. DPW $1,000 request Borough Authority - Chlorine Gas Detector $5,285.00 - Payable from the Water Fund i. President Karboski made a motion to remove this item from the agenda as it is just a courtesy from the Water Authority. Councilman Sell seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously. (060225-H) f. DPW requests permission to add Knox Boxes to the Macungie Institute, Borough Hall, and Public Works garage as requested by LMFD-cost for three boxes $1,500. i. President Karboski made a motion to add Knox Boxes to all three areas, based on the LMFD's request. Councilman Ritter seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously. (060225-1) il. President Karboski asked the Borough Manager to find out if all businesses in the Borough are required to have Knox Boxes. g. National Night Out - Donation $1,010.56 to cover 50% of the planned events. i. President Karboski made, a motion to approve the $1,010,56. Councilman Sell seconded the motion. Motion passed 5-1. (060225-J) h. Macungie Police Department - Part Time Officer Appointment i. President Karboski made a motion to hire Isaac Fries for the 30-hour Police Officer position. Councilman Ritter seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously. (060225-K) i. Resolution 2025-03 Appointment to fill vacant council seat i. President Karboski made a motion to accept Resolution 2025-03. Councilman Rozak seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously. (060225-L) ii. Mayor Conrad swore Megan Sell in. 11. Executive Session a. Legal, Personnel, Real Estate 12. Actionas a result of executive session a. None 13. Adjournment a. Councilman Rozak made a motion to adjourn tonight's meeting at 9:30 pm. Councilman Sell seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously. (060225-M) Respectfully Submitted AohleyRunker Administrative Assistant MOTIONS: 060225-A, / 060225-B / 060225-C/ 060225-D / 060225-E, / 060225-F / 060225-G / 060225-H, / 060225-1/ 060225-J / 060225-K / 060225-L/C 060225-M 3 N 3 00 PAID BILLS BY FUND-SUMMARY June 16 2025 Fund 6/3/2025 6/10/2025 Total General Fund $ 53,660.02 $ 53,660.02 Sewer Fund $ 259.30 $ 259.30 Refuse-Sanitation Fund $ Liquid Fuels Fund $ 161.08 $ 161.08 Water Authority Fund $ General Fund Capital $ Sewer Fund Capital $ Water Fund Capital $ S. Church St Capital $ Total $ 54,080.40 $ $ 54,080.40 9:25 AM Borough of Macungie : General Fund 06/03/25 Paid Bills Detail All Transactions Type Date Memo Open Balance AutoZone, Inc. Bill 05/27/2025 Inv: 01000881114 Police vehicle #705 122.37 Total AutoZone, Inc. 122.37 Cintas Fire Protection Bill 05/20/2025 Inv #0F50105979- MI Fire Alarm Communicator 900,00 Total Cintas Fire Protection 900.00 County of Lehigh Bill 05/27/2025 FO-25-000258 Annual Support & Maintenance 4,550,55 Total County of Lehigh 4,550.55 Financial Related Services, LLC Bill 05/31/2025 May 2025 Bookkeeping Services 3,040,00 Total Financial Related Services, LLC 3,040.00 Fritch Bill 05/22/2025 Invi #194964 Borough Hall Boiler 3,587.00 Total Fritch 3,587.00 Grim, Biehn & Thatcher Bill 05/30/2025 Invi #233441-0001 General Malters 3,780.00 Bill 05/30/2025 Inv; #233443. Estates at Brookside 90,00 Bill 05/30/2025 Inv #233444-Zoning Ordinance Amendment 36.00 Bill 05/30/2025 Invi #233446-0129 - BT Stone V Macungie Borough 432.00 Bill 05/30/2025 invi #233447-0132 RTK 72,00 Total Grim, Biehn & Thatcher 4,410.00 Herr Signal & Lighting Co., Inc. Bill 05/08/2025 Project No. 24-102 Payment #3 29,500,00 Total Herr Signal & Lighting Co., Inc. 29,500.00 Home Depot Credit Services Bill 05/20/2025 05-20-25 Stmt 746.48 Total Home Depot Credit Services 746.48 IntegraOne Bill 05/27/2025 Inv #CW82377 Agreement SentinelONE Protection 60.00 Total IntegraOne 60.00 Joshua Tree Experts Bill 05/16/2025 Inv #78062 Equipment & flagger charges for tree removal 3,071.16 Total Joshua Tree Experts 3,071.16 Lorish Mower Shop LLG Bill 05/28/2025 Inv #31296 Grass cutting supplies 40.80 Total Lorish Mower Shop LLC 40.80 MP Outfitters Bill 05/28/2025 Inv #67561-5 Police uniforms 109.99 Bill 05/29/2025 Inv #67587-5 Police uniforms 336,55 Total MP Outfitters 446.54 PPL Electric Utilities Bill 05/24/2025 Acct #96864-28016 102 E Main 48.82 Bill 05/24/2025 Acct #57170-05005 Macungie Institute 193,02 Total PPL Electric Utilities 241.84 Page 1 9:25 AM Borough of Macungie - General Fund 06/03/25 Paid Bills Detail All Transactions Type Date Memo Open Balance PSAB Municipal Retirement Trust Bill 06/05/2025 Ryan Kelser Match 06-05-25 pay 69.45 Total PSAB Municipal Retirement Trust 69.45 Ryan J, Durkin, Esquire Bill 05/31/2025 May 2025 ZHB Attorney 2, 160.00 Total Ryan J. Durkin, Esquire 2, 160.00 UGI Bill 05/22/2025 Acct 411002564895 - Macungie Institute 66,38 Total UGI 66.38 UniFirst Corporation Bill 05/28/2025 Inv #1290239873 - Uniform Service 76.19 Total UniFirst Corporation 76.19 Verizon Wirejess Bill 05/21/2025 Inv 6114050960 - Police Phone 200.05 Total Verizon Wireless 200.05 W.B. Mason Co., Inc. Bill 05/22/2025 Inv #254459819 Toner 371.21 Total W.B. Mason Co., Inc. 371.21 TOTAL 53,660.02 Page 2 9:27 AM 08- SEWER COMPANY 06/03/25 Paid Bills Detail All Transactions Type Date Memo Open Balance Grim, Biehn & Thatcher Bill 05/30/2025 Inv #233442 Sewer Matters 259.30 Total Grim, Biehn & Thatcher 259.30 TOTAL 259.30 Page 1 9:34 AM 35-LIQUID FUELS 06/03/25 Paid Bills Detail All Transactions Type Date Memo Open Balance PP&L Bill 05/24/2025 Acct #41239-94001 Rte 100 & Chestnut, Signal 36.89 Bill 05/24/2025 Acct #49939-16013 Rte 100, Pedestrian Signal 72.02 Bill 05/24/2025 Accl #73239-69005 Lumber & Lehigh St 52.17 Total PP&L 161.08 TOTAL 161.08 Page 1 EMMAUS PUBLIC LIBRARY DIRECTOR'S REPORT May 2025 Spring continues to be an exciting adventure here at EPL with facilities projects, community relations opportunities, and a focus on staff development. attended meetings at Upper Milford Township with Robin on April 17th and Macungie Borough with Barb on April 21st. Due to time constraints, I was unable to speak during the meetings. - did, however, enjoy visiting different parts of our service area as I learn more about the community we serve. First quarter staff reviews were conducted in April, allowing me to meet with each staff member one-on-one and set goals for the next quarter. The roof replacement was completed on schedule, and just in time for the unpredictable storms that have been occurring in the Lehigh Valley. There was an incident on May 6th after a particularly strong storm hit, causing one of the drains on the roof above the Teen area to fail. Water poured in through two of the light fixtures. Staff notified me promptly, and I reached out for assistance to ensure that the issue was addressed. I contacted the Emmaus Borough Director of Public Works, Lawrence Carl, early May 7th. He and the roofing company met me at the library and discovered the drain issue. It was resolved right away, and there have been no further leaks. This was not related to the work that was just completed on the main roof. It affected the children's wing roof, which was installed in 2018, Thankfully, the damage was minor. I delayed opening on May 7th SO that we could clean up and ensure that the section of the library was safe. A separate incident occurred on May 1st. That Thursday evening, a staff member heard al loud crash outside of the children's wing. She inspected the building and could not figure out the source of the sound. On Saturday morning, a patron asked a staff member if they had seen the damage to the building, where it appeared a vehicle backed up over the curb and struck the children's wing. That staff person contacted me right away. On Monday, May 5th, filed a property damage report with the Emmaus police department. No one witnessed the event. I reviewed our security camera footage, and unfortunately, did not find anything. The exact cause of the damage is unknown. On April 25th, the library was notified that it was awarded a Trexler grant of $15,000 to replace HVAC equipment. Former Interim Director Lynnette Saeger has been hired as a Library Consultant to manage the grant. attended the District Advisory Council meeting on April 17th, where we finalized the District budget for 2025-2026. We had two wonderful events this Spring. The Friends of EPL hosted their annual book sale at the end of April. On May 9th, the staff coordinated our annual Volunteer Appreciation event. The contributions of the volunteers at Emmaus Public Library amaze me every day. We are lucky to have a dedicated community. The Conference Room AV project is complete. Crossroads IT installed a wall mount for the television and a sound bar that can accommodate video conferencing needs, among other things. Our new web calendar is now live. This new calendar will allow for online registrations. It's also more user-friendly than the previous calendar, Patrons can search for events based on preferred criteria such as category and age group. Sue secured our recertification as a Family Place Library. To be considered a Family Place Library, we need to file an annual report. As a part of this National program, we provide two 5-week series that bring in local experts on child development. Miss Sue has also been a part of several outreach events at local schools and the Macungie Farmer's market. There are many other outreach opportunities this Summer, A list will be added to the Board's Google Drive. Everyone is encouraged to participate. Mary Van Duzer resigned from her position as Cataloging Librarian on May 5th. She has been an important part of the library for over 25 years. We wish her well. For now, her duties have been redistributed to the appropriate staff. I am working with Lynnette to adjust the staff structure. Summer Reading Club registration opens on June 9th! We have all been working diligently to prepare for the library's busiest time of the year. There are many programs planned for this Summer that tiei in with the theme of "Color Our World," including a Tiny Art Gallery and an Upcycled Dragon craft. The library will host an Ice Cream Social on June 19th to kick off the official start of Summer, which is June 20th. The library will be closed on Saturday and Monday in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. I hope everyone enjoys the unofficial start of Summer! Emmaus Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting May 20, 2025 4 pm Call to order: Having a quorum present Anne Zayaitz called the meeting to order at 4 PM. Attendance: Board members Anne Zayaitz, Kathy Reinhard, Chris Carter, Bruce Luff, Barbara Levinson, Carl Cramer, Ruk Chisty, Robin Rothenham and Ricki Stringfellow were in attendance. Director Allison Floray was also in attendance. Kathy made the motion to approval of April 17, 2025 minutes, seconded by Ricki. All voted in favor and the motion passed. Comments Director's Report (attached) Correspondence Public Comment Treasurer's Report Committee Reports: Personnel/Governance-No May meeting Next meeting June 4 at 1 pm to update and revise section 13(a)(1) of the Fair Labor Standards Act, which implements the exemption from minimum wage and overtime. Building and Grounds-Meeting was May 12 Lynnette attended the meeting as she will be shepherding the Trexler Grant. Discussion focused on the replacement of the W2 unit and to solicit updated bids. Discussion on the entrance way project resulted in the conclusion that we need to have an inclusive creative design. New roof over the main library is completed! Projects nearing completion: AV for conference room, stair railing for children's wing stair. Discussion regarding lighting in the Children's wing continued. Additional new business that was discussed: door light kits for the Gardner Room doors; building damage to exterior wall outside Children's wing that occurred 5/1; roof leak at entrance point to Children's wing that occurred May 6. Next meeting is June 9 at 10 am. Finance-Meeting was May 12 Discussion included an overview of the accounts and investment balances. A meeting was also held May 13 (zoom) with Linda Yeager and her colleague Justin Clark from Tlller Wealth; a discussion occurred re the investment account and anticipated needs for 2025 and beyond for employee benefits. Friends Liaison Fundraising Long Range Plan Report Update District Advisory Council Report Meeting on April 17th finalized the District budget for 2025-2026 Old Business Motion approved via email that the Emmaus Public Library engage Ross and Company CPA Firm to do the 2024 audit and prepare the 990 Form. [Motion made by Bruce, seconded by Chris; unanimously approved April 22 and 23, 2025]. Allison signed the letter of engagement with the firm. New Business Motion -made the motion to empower the director to execute the Trexler Grant to replace the W2 air conditioner unit. The motion seconded by Bruce, All voted in favor and the motion carried. Motion-made the motion to approve up to $10,000 for creative design by an appropriate architect or designer for the entire outside entrance 2area and vestibule/roof over the main entrance. The motion seconded by Bruce. All voted in favor and the motion carried. Motion to Adjourn Meeting Having no other business presented, Anne asked for a motion to adjourn the meeting. made the motion and the meeting ended at PM. Next Meeting June 17, 2025 4 pm Emmaus Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting April 15, 2025 Call to order: Having a quorum present Anne Zayaitz called the meeting to order at 4 PM. Attendance: Board members Anne Zayaitz, Kathy Reinhard, Chris Carter, Bruce Luff, Barbara Levinson, Carl Cramer, Ruk Chisty, Robin Rothenham and Ricki Stringfellow were in attendance. Director Allison Floray was also in attendance. Kathy made the motion to approval of March 18, 2025 minutes, seconded by Ricki. All voted in favor and the motion passed. Comments Anne attended a Zoom meeting discussing/planning a celebration in Emmaus for the 250th Anniversary of the USA. Director's Report (attached) Allison has attended municipal meetings. Allison reported she is focused on: Professional Development, utilizing indoor space and signage and updating computers with Windows 11. Correspondence (none) Public Comment (none) Treasurer's Report (attached) Committee Reports: Personnel/Governance-Meeting was April 2 Discussion included the Director's Smart Goals and working to make the Personnel Policy an Employee Handbook (with policies). Allison will wait until after the Summer Reading program to focus on the handbook upgrade. Next Meeting May 7 at 1 pm. Building and Grounds-Meeting was April 11 Discussion included understanding funding by Rotary of entrance project, waiting on Rotary to move ahead with the project; AV capabilities for Conference Room; email switch to emmauspl.org addresses; Children's wing stair railing installation; roof replacement by Borough; pending Trexler Grant for HVAC replacement; lights in the Children's wing. Next Meeting May 12 at 10 am. Finance-Meeting was April 11 Discussion included overview of accounts and investment balances; asked for the director to give a real projection of payroll from April 1 to end of year at next meeting; still need $154,000 of private funding to meet this year's budget. Bowers' gift was divided between the Raymond James and Tiller accounts, Looking to engage an auditor by the fall, Next Meeting May 12 at 11 am. Friends Liaison-Book Sale April 25 and 26 Friends will be increasing entrance fee to Book Sale ($15 at the door); Book Nook report - $700/March, YTD $1889; Bus trip to Morgan Library NYC still has seats available Fundraising-Meeting was March 19; Discussion of a successful Mini Golf event with suggestions for next year's event. Thank you notes have been sent out to sponsors. Confirmed with Rick Bolton for next year. (March 6 and 7, 2026) District Advisory Council Report Ruk reported he attended this meeting on 4/22. The focus of the meeting was on the 2025-2026 District Budget Old Business EPL Strategic Plan will be reviewed and a report will be presented at the next board meeting. New Business Chris made the motion to approve expenditure to implement AN capabilities in the conference room; funds are from the capital account and are in addition to the operating budget. The motion seconded by Bruce. All voted in favor and the motion carried. (This would be one of the last expenaitures associated with the backroom renovation project. In order to cover this approved expenditure and previously approved railing project expense in the Children's wing, $10,000 will be transferred from RJ 684 to Capital checking (Truist).) Motion to Adjourn Meeting Having no other business presented, Anne asked for a motion to adjourn the meeting. Carl made the motion and the meeting ended at 4:25 PM, Next Meeting May 20, 2025 4 pm at EPL April 2025 EPL Card Holders Added THISI MONTH LASTYEAR TOTAL 2025 Emmaus 53 39 163 Upper Milford 12 11 48 Macungle Borough! 12 10 37 Subtotall EPLI municipalities 77 60 248 Other PA Card Holders Added Sallsbury" Township 8 3 18 Allentown Cityj 6 10 24 Other PA 1 8 14 Non-Resident ($40 fee) 0 0 0 TOTAL Card Holders Added 92 83 304 CIRCULATION THIST MONTH LASTYEAR TOTAL 2025 AIII library materiais 7702 7810 31,064 interlibrary! loan 36 12 126 LCLCT Transit! 1503 1268 2635 TECHNOLOGYB ERESOURCES THISMONTH LASTYEAR TOTAL2025 MONTH Door Count 5617 4309 15498 Web Visits 4000 N/A 16800 Computer Users 764 766 1489 Overdrive (ebooks & audlo) 1085 970 4586 Overdrive (magazines) 351 198 1400 Kanopy (plays) 97 150 677 Hoopla (checkouts) 269 317 1111 COLLECTION THIS MONTH LASTYEAR TOTAL 2025 Items added 173 162 569 Items discarded 392 250 -815 Volunteer Hours IHISMONTH LASTYEAR TOTAL2025 Desk 213 198 814.5 Workroom 121.5 127.5 468 Total 334.5 325.5 1282.5 ADULTE EVENTS Organized by Adult Services Librarian Christine Wieder Events Overview In-person. Online Outreach Passive Total MonthE Event # 20 1 0 0 21 Month Attendance # 160 7 0 0 167 2025 Event # 65 4 0 5 74 2025 Attendance # 420 27 0 110 557 CHILDREN'S EVENTS Organized by) Youth Services Librarian Suei Monroe Events Overview In-person Online. Outreach Passive Total Month Event # 12 1 1 1 13 2025 Event # 49 10 4 4 67 April: 2025 YTD: Preschool Attendance: 178 559 Juv Attendance: 27 51 Teen (YA) Event attendance 13 40 Outreach: 34 196 Passive: 125 366 Total April Attendance YS: 25 846 From: Mary Nixon June 04, 2025 404 East Main Street Macungie, Pa 18062 E: onelyingloxarscon Cell: 610-392-6484 To: John A. Brown Borough ofl Macungie 21 Locust Street Macungie, Pa 18062 Dear John A, Brown, I am writing to formally express my interest in serving as a member oft the Zoning Hearing Board for the Borough of Macungie. With a strong commitment to responsible development, community engagement, and transparent decision-making, I believe I can contribute meaningfully to the board's efforts in upholding fair and balanced zoning practices. My interest stems from growing up: in Macungie, spending my summers at the pool and getting my daily slice of pizza from Sal's. My heart is in this town. Throughout my professional life, have demonstrated a thoughtful and analytical approach to problem-solving and policy review. I have a keen interest in land use, neighborhood planning, and the impact of zoning decisions on both residents and the long-term growth of our community. I understand the importance ofi impartiality, attention to detail, and adherence to legal standards when reviewing variance and special exception requests. Most recently, I have been involved with a $90 Million Dollar Professional Baseball Park construction project in Hagerstown MD where my leadership was an integral part of its' success. I designed the operational infrastructure for the ownership group and collaborated with Maryland's Project Managers to meet construction goals on time and within budget Ifselected, I would bring a collaborative spirit, a respect for public input, and a sincere desire to serve in the best interest of our municipality. - am confident that my skills and dedication align with the mission and responsibilities oft the Zoning Hearing Board, Thank you for your time and consideration. I would welcome the opportunity to further discuss my interest and qualifications at your convenience. Sincerely, Mary Nixon MACUNGIE AMBULANCE CORPS, INC EMERGENCY 5550 N. WALNUT ST PO Box 114 9-1-1 MACUNGIE, PA 18062 - Phone: (610) 966-2601 www.macamb.org Fax: (610) 966-1561 Monthly Report for May 2025 Macungie Borough Call Volume The Macungie Ambulance Corps responded to 431 calls for service this month. 28 of those calls were in Macungie Borough While we were busy on other calls, our mutual aid partners responded to 4 calls for assistance in the Borough this month. Other Points of Interest The first week in June of every year is designated as CPR / AED Awareness week. While that week may have passed, it is never too late to learn CPR. Join a nation of lifesavers and learn the two basic steps of CPR! How to Do Amercan Heart CPR Assoclation. Hands-Only Ify you find a teen or adult not responding or not! breathing, *follow these steps: 911) Call 911 Push hard and fast in the center ofthe chest. AED Use an automated external defibrillator (AED) to shock the heart into a normal rhythm. Compressions andi breaths are needed for everyone in cardiac arrest, but theys are especially important for children/infants, people whol have drowned or have overdosed on drugs. Want to learn more? Contact our Community Outreach Coordinator to schedule a CPR training session! Bill Sames. ducation@macambors 610-966-2601 ext. 103 Conitted to Daring MAY 2025 POLICEACTIMITM REPORT - MACUNGI 1857 TO PROTECT & SERVE POLICE MACUNGIE POLICE MARCH 2025 ACTIVITX REPORT Aprill 17, 2025 Authored by Sgt Travis Kocher LEHIGH COUNTY RADIO DISPATCH OG MAY2025 Alarm-Burglar 3 Hit and Run 1 Assault 1 Lift Assist-No Injuries 5 Assist Other Department 11 Lockout of Residence 1 Barking Dog 2 Lockout of Vehicle 2 Burglary 1 Media Follow-up 4 Check on Welfare 6 Missing Person-Juvenile 1 Citizen Assist 23 Music Complaint 2 Criminal Mischief 1 MVA No Injuries 3 Disabled Vehicle 1 MVA Unk Injuries 1 Disturbance-Specly 1 MVA With Injuries 1 Domestic Disturbance 4 Parking Complaint 2 EMS Call-Breathing Problem 4 Reckless Driver 3 EMS Call-Chest Pain 3 Repossession 1 EMS Call-Choking 1 Road Hazard 1 EMS Call-Fall Victim 4 Safe to Say 1 EMS Call-Heart Problem 1 Shooting/Stabbing 1 EMS Call-Sick Person 3 Standby 1 EMS Call-Stroke Victim 1 Suspicious Person 1 EMS Call-Traumatic Injury 2 Suspicious Vehicle 1 EMS Call-Unknown Problem 2 Theft 2 Fire Call-Animal Rescue 1 Traffic Complaint 1 Fire Call-Carbon Monoxide Alarm 1 Unclassified Complaint 4 Fire Call-Dwelling Fire 1 Underage Drinking 1 Fire Call-Inside Hazard 1 Unwanted Person 1 Fire Call-Spill 1 Vehicle Stop 45 Fire Call-Wires 1 Visitor Present 16 Follow Up 24 Warrant Service 1 Harassment 3 Grand Total 212 1857 1857 W MA Y 2025 10PROTICTESTVE IOHOTCIASLAVE POLICE POLICE MACUNGIE, POLICE MONTHLYACTIVIY REPORT INCIDENTS DISPATCHED (CURRENT) 2024 COMPARISON CHANGE YTD 2024 CHANGE 212 234 -9% 812 826 -1.6% **PART I CRIMES- HOMICIDE, RAPE, ROBBERY, ASSAULT, BURGLARY, THEFT, ARSON, STRANGULATION ***PART II CRIMES - ALL OTHER OFFENSES INCLUDING SUMMARY NON-TRFFIC CITATIONS CRIMES (UCR) MONTH 2024 MONTH CHANGE YTD CLEARED COMPARISON YTD *PART ICRIMES 1 * * 6 5 (Persons Charged) **PART II CRIMES 4 * * 12 12 (Persons Charged) TOTAL CRIMES REPORTED 13 * * 40 14 ARRESTS/ASAUIFS/AGHS, MONTH MONTH CHANGE YTD DISTURBANCES 2024 ASSAULTS AGAINST OFC. 0 a DOMESTICS/DISTURBANCES/FIGHTS 4 2 +2 19 JUVENILE ARRESTS 1 2 ADULT ARRESTS 4 2 +2 17 TRAFFICREATEDACTVATA VEHICLE ACCIDENTS 5 3 +2 14 VEHICLE STOPS 45 60 -15 255 CITATIONS/WARNINGS/PARKING 37 43 -6 151 *Higher numbers will show changes in %, those with lower numbers will show whole number changes. * BARRY B a ISETT& E) 4 - ociatess May 29, 2025 TASK SCHEDULE Project #: 399925.003 Macungie Borough Locust St. Curb and Sidewalk Improvements TASK SGHEDULE DESCRIPTION: TASK SCHEDULE DATA BID DATES Borough Authorization to Bid Thursday, June 19, 2025 Advertisement Date 1: Wednesday, June 25, 2025 Advertisement Date 2: Wednesday, July 2, 2025 Documents Available: Wednesday, June 25, 2025 Noon Pre-Bid Meeting: N/A N/A Pre-Bid Location: N/A RFIs Due: Friday, July 11, 2025 3:00 PM Addendum Target: Monday, July 14, 2025 Bid Opening: Thursday, July 24, 2025 10:00 AM (meeting 1st Monday in Aug) Bid Award: Monday, August 4, 2025 Notice to Proceed: Wednesday, August 6, 2025 Preconstruction Meeting: Friday, August 8, 2025 Construction Commencement; Monday, August 11, 2025 Substantial Completion: Monday, October 6, 2025 Final Completion: Friday, October 31, 2025 Task Schedule 000 1 rA SHAMAeMeRCaN ALNNOO H9IH3T E691PIDOSSE 2908L Vd' 3IONNOVW 11ESIG TIONNOVIW. 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RESOLUTION NO. 2025-03 BOROUGH OF MACUNGIE LEHIGH COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA A RESOLUTION OF MACUNGIE BOROUGH, LEHIGH COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, INCREASING THE INDEETEDNESS OF THE BOROUGH THROUGH A SMALL CAPITAL BORROWING UNDER THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT UNIT DEBI ACTINTHE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF $88,598.82, FOR THE APPLICATION TOWARDS THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, MOBILE, PORTABLE AND BASE STATION END USER RADIOS, ANTENNAS, BATTERIES, CHARGERS, AND AUDIO ACCESSORIES; ACCEPTING A PROPOSAL TO AGREE TO AND EXECUTE THE PROMISSORY NOTE; PROVIDING SECURITY; AUTHORIZING CERTAIN OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE AND DELIVER THE NOTE AND TO PREPARE AND FILE CERTAIN CERTIFICATES AND OTHER PROCEEDINGS; AND AUTHORIZING OTHER NECESSARY ACTION. WHEREAS, the Macungie Borough Council, hereafter called the "Local Government Unit", proposes to incur nonelectoral debt by the issuance of a promissory note to finance a portion of the purchase costs of certain hardware and/or software including, but not limited to, mobile, portable, and base station end user radios, antennas, batteries, chargers, and audio accessories, more particularly described as the JVC-Kenwood equipment contained within the ECCO Communications, LLC Proposal attached hereto and marked as Exhibit "A" (hereinafter called the "Project"); and WHEREAS, Section 8109 of the Local Government Unit Debt Act ("Act") authorizes any Local Government Unit to incur debt evidenced by notes to provide funds for a project as defined in the Act without notification to the Department of Community and Economic Development provided: (1) the aggregate of such debt outstanding at any one time shall not exceed the lesser of $125,000 or 30% of the nonelectoral debt limit; (2) the principal shall mature within five (5) years; and (3) the debt does not otherwise exceed the limits imposed in Section 8022 of the Act; and WHEREAS, the sum of $88,598.82 needed to finance the Project will not cause the aggregate of such debt to exceed the lesser of $125,000 or 30% of the nonelectoral debt limit of the Local Government Unit and the limits imposed by Section 8022 of the Act; and WHEREAS, the County of Lehigh has submitted a Proposal dated May 19, 2025 to issue a Promissory Note of the Local Government Unit, and the Local Government Unit desires by the adoption of this Resolution, to accept such Proposal and authorize the issuance of such Promissory Note. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Borough of Macungie, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, and it is hereby RESOLVED by the authority of same, as follows: 1. Macungie Borough hereby accepts the proposal of the County of Lehigh dated May 19, 2025 and authorizes the issuance of a Promissory Note to the County of Lehigh in the principal amount of $88,598.82 to be issued for the foregoing purposes as nonelectoral debt. 2. The period of useful life ofthe Project is estimated to be in excess of five (5) years. 3. Said indebtedness shall be evidenced by one Promissory Note, in fully registered form, in the sum of $88,598.82 dated and bearing interest from the earliest date of possible issue of said Note under the statutory requirements as set forth in the Act. The Note shall bear interest at the rate of 0%. The principal sum shall be due and payable in five (5) annual principal payments in the amount of Seventeen Thousand, Seven Hundred Nineteen Dollars and 76 Cents ($17,719.76), each as follows; the first (Ist) payment shall be made on June 1, 2026; annual payments number two (2) through four (4) shall be made on the same day of the next consecutive three (3) years; and, the final fifth (5t) annual payment shall be made on the Maturity Date of June 30, 2030. 4. The Local Government Unit reserves the right to anticipate any O1 all installments of principal or any payment of interest at any time prior to the respective due dates thereof, without notice 01 penalty. 5. The said Note, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit "B" and incorporated herein by reference, is hereby declared to be a general obligation of the Borough of Macungie and constitutes nonelectoral debt under the Local Government Unit Debt Act. The principal and interest of said note shall be payable at the County ofLehigh pursuant to the Note. 6. Macungie Borough hereby covenants that it shall include the amount of debt service on the Note for each fiscal year in which such sums are payable in its budget for that year; shall appropriate such amounts to the payment of such debt service; and shall duly pay or cause to be paid the principal of the Note thereon at the dates and places and in the manner stated in the Note according to the true intent meaning thereof, and for proper budgeting, appropriation, and payment, the full faith, credit and taxing power ofMacungie Borough is hereby irrevocably pledged. 7. The said Note shall be executed in the name and under the corporate seal of the Local Government Unit by any one of the President or Vice-President of Macungie Borough Council and attested to by the Secretary and/or Manager. The President or Vice-President of Macungie Borough Council is hereby authorized and directed to deliver the Note to the County ofLehigh. The President or Vice-President of Macungie Borough Council and the Secretary and/or Manager of the Local Government Unit are authorized and directed to prepare, verify and file the debt statement required by Section 8110 of the Act and to take other necessary action, including, if necessary or desirable, any statements required to qualify any portion of the debt from the appropriate debt limit as self- liquidating or subsidized debt. 8. In compliance with Section 8161 ofthe Act, the members of the governing body have determined that a private sale by negotiation rather than public sale is in the best interest of the Local -2- Government Unit. Therefore, the note in the amount of $88,598.82 herein authorized to be issued is hereby awarded to the County of Lehigh in accordance with its proposal. SO RESOVED, this 16th day of June, 2025. John A. Brown Ron Karboski Borough Manager Council President -3- Exhibit "A" -4- Exhibit "B" Note -5- Brian Sayre Emmaus, PA 18049 bsayre01@gmal.com +1 36 2622 Authorized to work in the US for any employer Work Experience Grounds Maintenance Worker II City of Bethiehem-Bethiehem, PA February 2025 to Present Snow plowing, salting, leaf removal, mulching, mowing, and trimming. Parks and Recreation Lower Macungie Township-Macungie, PA March 2024 to September 2024 Conducted regular maintenance tasks such as fence repair, mulching, mowing, edging, trimming park grounds using, equipment such as a zero-turn lawn mower and WAM, Arial lift truck, pole saw, chain saw, hedge trimmer, tree trimming, chipper, leaf blower, securing equipment for transport using chains, binders, and straps. Pulling a 10k pound deck over trailer. Equipment maintenance, cleaning and organizing. Garbage removal. Lift Attendant Blue Mountain Resort-Palmerton, PA February 2024 to March 2024 Ensured the safety and security of guests by properly operating ski lifts and adhering to established safety protocols. Shift Leader of Farm Operations Olshil-Phillpsburg, NJ December 2021 to November 2023 Led a team of employees in daily operations, fostering a positive work environment and ensuring adherence to company policies. Conducted thorough interviews and played a key role in the recruitment process. Managed payroll processes, including accurate timekeeping and approvals, Certifications and Licenses CPR Certification Air Brake Endorsement CDL B Forklift Certification 1 Borough of Macungie 21 Locust Street Drolug Macungie, PA 18062 ayp Phone: 610-966-2503 Fax: 610-966-2788 San APPLICATION FOR FIREWORKS DISPLAY Celebration Fireworks, Inc Company Name: Address: 7911 7th Street Slatington PA 18080 610-978-8989 Phone: Fax: Display Location: Brookside Country Club 901 Willow Ln, Macungie, PA 18062 9:15PM Date of Event: 07/06/2025 Start time for display & length of time: Approx: 15 mins The aforementioned applicant hereby makes application for a permit for fireworks display in accordance with the Ordinance 2000-5, duly adopted July 3, 2000. Application must be submitted 15 days prior to the event. Fire Department notification required 15 days prior to the event. The following information is required with application form: 1. $2,000,000 liability insurance coverage naming the Borough of Macungie as additional insured. 2. Adequate description of the proposed display of fireworks, including type of fireworks proposed to be used. 3. Map showing fireworks site diagram / 4. Valid registration with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Attorney General 5. Valid Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms License 6. $107.00 Permit Fee Cusol Rsck Sugen 05/08/2025 Applicant Signature Date Borough Use Only Approved Denied Borough Signature Date n1n34