# Borough Meeting Minutes - May 9

- Summary: Borough Council Meeting Minutes Summary (May 9, 2024) The Hollidaysburg Borough Council held its regular meeting on Thursday, May 9, 2024, at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers. President Burke called…
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- Published: 2024-05-09
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Borough Council Meeting Minutes Summary (May 9, 2024) The Hollidaysburg Borough Council held its regular meeting on Thursday, May 9, 2024, at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers. President Burke called the meeting to order. Attendance Present: Sean M. Burke (President), Jeffrey Ketner, Brady Leahey, David Jacobs, William Kitt, Clay Gingrich. Also Participating: Patricia J. Duron (Interim Borough Manager/Secretary), Jeffrey Muriceak (Attorney), Andrew Holodnik (Community Development Director), Melanie Ramsey (Community Relations & Events Director), Chris Storm (Police Chief), Mayor Dodson. Absent: Walter Kalista, III (Council Member), Nathan Karn (Solicitor), Amy Hazlett (Fire Marshal). Key Reports & Announcements Executive Session: An executive session was held on April 11, 2024, to discuss personnel issues. Minutes: Minutes from the April 11 meeting were approved unanimously (6–0). Manager’s Report: Tiffany Lowery resigned as Canal Basin Park Greeter; Millard Patterson will replace her. Financial Report: Included in agenda binders (no specific figures discussed). Community Development Report: Resolution regarding Blair Regional Code Appeals Committee will be on May agenda. April activities reported; workshop on Proper Permitting Procedures held with thanks to Duron, Carnell, and Hazlett. Comprehensive Plan Update ongoing with Blair County Planning Commission; meeting to be scheduled soon. Director of Community Relations & Events Report: Hometown Hero Program, Light It Up Green Campaign, and Allegheny Street Cruise In reported. Chief of Police Report: April report presented by Chief Storm. Mayor’s Report: Wished mothers Happy Mother’s Day; thanked police. Announced May 27 Memorial Day Parade organized by American Legion Post 516. Public Comment Highlights Residents raised several concerns: Dennis Murray (201 Jackson St): Parking issues on Jackson Street. Pamela Blackmon (809 Walnut St): Fire siren frequency/volume too high; requested reduction. Zach Stroehmyer (513 Wayne St): Parking on Wayne Street; asked if Blair County Courthouse employees can use their garage. Kevin Sommers (104 Basin St): Parked cars block left-hand view near Bedford Street. Seth Tanner (523 Wayne St): Parking issues related to school opening and jury duty parking. Shawn Leydig (407 Beaver St): Positive comments; offered to donate history of star at Chimney Rocks. Joel Seelye (McLanahan Corp): Requested rezoning of two lots at Newry and Wall Streets. Elda Boose (141 Bedford St): Thanked Borough for stormwater mitigation progress in Gaysport. Regis Nale (202 Spruce St): Discussed denial of zoning permit appeal, PVFD fire truck grant request, and fire engine rating. Steve Albright (421 Bedford St): Thanked for podium; requested moment of silence for fallen officers; mentioned stop sign/speeding issues; opposed closing alley if McLanahan gets rezoning. Open Agenda Items Council members discussed: Mr. Jacobs: Parking permits on Wayne Street. Mr. Gingrich: Stormwater mitigation in Gaysport and detention pond. Mr. Burke: Fire siren and petition to rezone for McLanahan Corp. Mayor Dodson: Businesses operated from homes. Mr. Leahey (for Mr. Kalista): Junior Council Program. Mr. Leahey: Basin Street parking issue/site distance. Mr. Kitt: East end stormwater management project. Resolutions & Motions Passed Resolution No. 2024-16: Consent Agenda Approved unanimously (6–0) after motion by Mr. Leahey, seconded by Mr. Jacobs. Includes: Approval of Bill List No. 5 totaling $155,802. 79 for accounts payable. Two Certificates of Appropriateness: 200 Allegheny Street – Window Replacement (Marie Buffy) 217 Allegheny Street – [Details not fully visible] Appointment of Patricia J. Duron as Voting Delegate to Annual PSAB Conference. Additional Contracts & Hires Approved 2024 Paving Contract: Awarded to Grannas Bros. for $203,878. 76 (motion by Ketner, seconded by Kitt; passed unanimously). 2024 Materials Contracts: Stone contract to Grannas Bros. for $15,825. 00 (motion by Ketner, seconded by Gingrich; passed unanimously). Blacktop contract to New Enterprise for $24,989. 25 (motion by Ketner, seconded by Gingrich; passed unanimously). WWTP Operator Hire: Motion to approve hire of WWTP Operator/Operator in Training passed (6–0); motion by Leahey, seconded by Jacobs. Part-Time Public Safety Clerk: Megan Miller hired at $18. 11/hour (Police Dept report). Public Works Employee: Philip Weichel hired as Parks Maintenance/Class C Operator at AFSCME starting rate of $21. 10/hour (Public Works Dept report). Adjournment Meeting adjourned. Minutes recorded by Patricia J. Duron, Borough Secretary.