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Borough Meeting Minutes - Apr 14 2022

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Borough Council Meeting Minutes Summary (April 14, 2022)

The Hollidaysburg Borough Council met on Thursday, April 14, 2022, at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers. President Joseph A. Pompa called the meeting to order and led the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence.

Attendees

  • Council Members Present: Joseph A. Pompa, Jeffrey Ketner, Brady Leahey, Sean Burke, Michele Baker, Walter Kalista, III, James Mielnik.
  • Mayor Dodson participated via phone.
  • Other Participants: Borough Manager James Gehret, Sergeant Richard Oldham, Solicitor Nathan Karn, Borough Secretary Patricia J. Duron, Building Code Official Gerald Harbison, Director of Community Relations and Events Melanie Ramsey, Fire Marshal Amy Hazlett.

Key Decisions & Reports

Minutes Approval

  • The minutes from the March 10, 2022 meeting were approved unanimously (7-0).

Manager’s Report

  • Borough Manager James Gehret reported that audit work is complete; formal report expected June/July.

Planning & Zoning

  • Mr. Harbison announced a zoning hearing later in April.

Community Relations & Events

  • Hometown hero banners campaign concluded successfully.
  • Annual Allegheny Street Cruise scheduled for June 3, 2022.

Fire Marshal Report

  • Fire Marshal Amy Hazlett received child abuse clearance and began fire prevention programs for Hollidaysburg schools.

Mayor’s Report

  • Mayor Dodson thanked the police department for outstanding service.

Public Comment

  • Regis Nale (Hollidaysburg Watchdog): Discussed sidewalk repair costs burdening families.
  • Joe Addink (Republican Tea Party): Spoke about Second Amendment and proposed Intergovernmental Agreement.

Resolutions & Motions Passed

Resolution No. 2022-15: Consent Agenda

Approved unanimously (7-0):

  • Bill List No. 4 totaling $71,529.26 for accounts payable.
  • Four Certificates of Appropriateness approved:
    • 304 Wayne Street – Replace siding with dark gray/black board and batten metal (Brandon Montero).
    • 213 Walnut Street – Install metal roof over existing shingles (Zach Beckel).
    • 420 Penn Street – Repair soffit & fascia with matching paint (Suzanne Jones).
    • 422 Allegheny Street – Repair steps and install rod iron hand railing (Joseph Keller).

Resolution No. 2022-16: Second Amendment Sanctuary Agreement

Passed 6-1 (Mr. Leahey opposed):

  • Declares Hollidaysburg a “Second Amendment Sanctuary.”
  • Prohibits use of taxpayer resources to enforce post-November 2, 2021 legislation infringing on citizens’ right to bear arms.
  • Based on referendum question approval under 53 Pa C.S.A. §2306.

Resolution No. 2022-17: Land Development Plan Extension

Approved unanimously (7-0):

  • Extends conditional/preliminary approval for Hollidaysburg Area School District’s maintenance building at 1510 N. Montgomery Street.

Other Discussions & Actions

Dangerous Structure Investigation (211 Allegheny Street)

  • Owner granted one month to remedy issues. Motion passed 7-0.

Proposed Comcast Cable Franchise

  • Council agreed to proceed with negotiating a cable franchise agreement with Comcast.

Name a Roadway

  • Approved naming Pullman Drive for Everett Rail Company’s private road. Passed 7-0.

ARPA Funds

  • Consensus to take deduction on grant funds totaling $596,000.

Dream Restaurant Parking Spaces

  • Approved request by owner Mr. Peters to add outdoor seating and reduce parking spaces by two. Passed 7-0.

Executive Session

  • President Pompa announced an executive session at 7:40 PM; no return to regular meeting.

Signatures

  • President: Joseph A. Pompa
  • Secretary: Patricia J. Duron

Minutes certified by Borough Secretary Patricia J. Duron.

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