# Borough Meeting Minutes - November 9

- Summary: Borough Council Meeting Minutes Summary Date: Thursday, November 9, 2023 Time: 7:00 PM – 8:10 PM Location: Council Chambers, Hollidaysburg Borough Call to Order & Attendance Meeting called to order…
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- Published: 2023-11-09
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Borough Council Meeting Minutes Summary Date: Thursday, November 9, 2023 Time: 7:00 PM – 8:10 PM Location: Council Chambers, Hollidaysburg Borough Call to Order & Attendance Meeting called to order at 7:00 PM by President Joseph A. Pompa. Quorum present: Michele Baker, James Mielnik, Sean Burke, Brady Leahey, Jeffrey Ketner, Walter Kalista, III. Also attending: Borough Manager James Gehret, Secretary Patricia J. Duron, Attorney Jeffrey Murceak, Police Chief Chris Storm, Director of Community Relations Melanie Ramsey, Planning/Zoning Administrator Andrew Holodnik. Absent: Mayor Dodson, Fire Marshal Amy Hazlett. Pledge & Minutes Approval President Pompa led Pledge of Allegiance and moment of silence. October 12, 2023 minutes approved unanimously (7–0) on motion by Mr. Leahey, seconded by Mr. Kalista. Reports Manager’s/Financial Report : Borough in sound financial shape; no additions to agenda binder report. Planning/Zoning : Monthly activity report presented by Mr. Holodnik. Community Relations & Events : Ms. Ramsey reported on upcoming Winterfest events and thanked supporters. Fire Marshal : No report — Ms. Hazlett absent. Police Report : Chief Storm noted successful trick-or-treat night and Civil Service Commission interviews for police candidates. Mayor’s Report : Mayor Dodson absent. Public Comment Aaron Andrews (HALAS): Discussed grant application for ambulance purchase. Stan Neal (142 Beaver St. ): Opposed rezoning of Stowell Farm property. Elda Boose (141 Bedford St. ): Spoke about CDBG funds for retention pond in Gaysport. Regis Nale (202 Spruce St. , Sewer Authority Chair): Addressed sewer issues in Borough. Andre Holsey (Blair County NAACP): Discussed Comprehensive Plan Update and Planning Commission. Open Agenda Items Ms. Baker: Flooding in Gaysport and property purchase for detention pond. Mr. Burke: Zoning issue regarding merchandise sales on Scotch Valley Road. Mr. Leahey: NAACP’s concerns with Borough Council. Resolution No. 2023-29: Consent Agenda Approval Approved unanimously (7–0) on motion by Mr. Burke, seconded by Mr. Kalista. Includes: Bill List No. 11 totaling $116,899. 39 for accounts payable. Three Certificates of Appropriateness approved: A. 314 Clark Street – Saint Mary Church Replace three broken windows in social hall. New windows same size, with muntins; no structural changes; zoning permit required. Structure is Contributing within Historic District. B. 215–217 Blair Street – Scot McAfee Foundation repair on left side (215). Replace block wall supports on front porch with footers (217). Structure is Contributing within Historic District. C. 424 Allegheny Street, Suite 103 – Katie Fiore Install 11. 75” x 24” double-sided carved sign on shingle. Sign reads: “Katie Fiore/LMFT Licensed Therapist” Colors: white, navy, gold. Structure is Contributing within Historic District. Also includes revised MMO for Uniformed Pension Plan. Other Updates Comprehensive Plan : Moved to public comment period; will go to Council for adoption after 45 days. Stormwater/Bedford Street : Mr. Gehret consulting Senator Ward’s office re: grant status; checking steps to purchase ground outright; Solicitor Karn reviewing agreement. Sidewalks : Grant applications slowed this fall. Street Sweeper : New unit ordered. Spring Street Stormwater Project : Design Plan #3 (Condon Street) selected from three proposals by Stiffler McGraw Engineers. Motion passed 7–0 on motion by Mr. Leahey, seconded by Ms. Baker. Final Action Welcome Video Agreement : Motion to approve agreement with CGI Digital for Borough website welcome video passed unanimously. Mr. Kalista made motion, Mr. Ketner seconded. Adjournment Meeting adjourned at 8:10 PM by President Pompa. Certified by: Patricia J. Duron, Borough Secretary Hollidaysburg, Blair County, PA November 9, 2023