WH Special Meeting Wednesday, May 21, 2025, 5:30 pm Council Chambers 456 West Eighth Avenue, West Borough of West Homestead Homestead, PA 15120 Minutes Call to Order President Cain called the meeting to order at 5:30 pm in Council Chambers, Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call The roll was called to establish a quorum. Present were Mr. Karafa, Mr. Harhai, Mr. McLaughlin, Mr. Fonos, Ms. Nikolas and President Cain. Mrs. Ferson was absent. A quorum was established. Mayor Joe Baran, Borough Manager Cindy Bahn, and Solicitor Stan Lederman were also present. Public Comment on Agenda Items There was no public comment on agenda items. Agenda Items: 1. Discussion: Proposed Ordinance No. 740, Adopting a Local Economic Revitalization Tax Assistance (LERTA) Tax Exemption Program for Designated Areas Within the Borough. Mr. Lederman explained that should Council adopt this Ordinance, Continental Building Co., the developer behind the proposed Waterfront Apartments building, would be granted a tax abatement on the difference between the pre-construction assessment and the post-construction development, with the abatement phasing out over 10 years. He also reported that Homestead is not interested in working with West Homestead to identify a neutral third party individual or company to handle plans review and building permits for the building. Motion to Enter into Executive Session Mr. Harhai moved that Council adjourn into Executive Session to discuss a real estate matter, and Mr. Karafa seconded the motion. Council adjourned into Executive Session at 5:54 pm and returned to the Special Meeting at 5:59 pm. Adjournment There being no further business before Council, President Cain adjourned the meeting at 6:00 pm. ATTEST Gddbars Cindyl L.E Bahn, Iitejim Bbrough Manager/ Secretary Ashley Cain, Council President