# Council Minutes – June 10th, 2024

- Summary: Meeting Overview The Duncansville Borough Council met on Monday, June 10, 2024, at 7:00 P. M. in the Borough Building. The meeting was opened by President Annette Lewis with the Pledge of Allegiance…
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- Published: 2024-06-10
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Meeting Overview The Duncansville Borough Council met on Monday, June 10, 2024, at 7:00 P. M. in the Borough Building. The meeting was opened by President Annette Lewis with the Pledge of Allegiance and roll call. Attendance: Council Members: Eric Fritz (Mayor), Annette Lewis (President), Jeffrey Lynn (Vice President), Cindy Blontz (Pro Tem), Dave Shaw, Nicole Estep. Staff: Rodney Estep (Police Chief/Borough Manager). Visitors: Sue Koronowski, Rodney Noel, Gary Detwiler, Lee McGill. Minutes Approval Council Minutes (May 13, 2024): A motion was made to approve the minutes with a specific correction regarding council packets. The record was updated to state that reports would be emailed, except for Cindy Blontz and Dave Shaw, who requested hand-delivered packets. Duncansville Municipal Authority Minutes (May 2, 2024): Approved as presented. Reports and Resolutions Police Department Police Report: The report for May 2024 was accepted. Employee Manual: The 2024 Employee Manual changes were accepted, and the Mayor was authorized to sign the resolution. DCNR Mini-Grant: The Council discussed a $26,765.00 grant for a music pavilion and pickleball court fencing (50% match required). Decision: The Council authorized the submission of the grant application. Funding: A motion was passed to allocate $13,382. 50 from the 2024 Parks and Recreation budget to cover the Borough's 50% match. Address Approval 1315 3rd Ave: The Council approved the address for an apartment constructed above a garage at this location. Code Administration Frankstown Township: The Council authorized the President and Secretary to sign a resolution allowing Frankstown Township to join the Blair Regional Code Administration Committee. Public Works & Infrastructure Community Center Alley: A motion was passed to have a resolution drawn up closing the alley west of the Community Center to public traffic (except emergency and postal vehicles). 15th Street Traffic: Concerns were raised regarding speeding on 15th Street. The Council decided to discuss making it a one-way street at the next meeting. QuickBooks Assessment: The Council authorized YOBco to perform an assessment of QuickBooks procedures at a cost of $2,200. 00–$2,450. 00. Solicitor Updates Ordinance Enforcement Officer: The Ordinance to establish the Office of Duncansville Borough Ordinance Enforcement Officer was signed. Bryan Rhodes was appointed as the first Ordinance Enforcement Officer. Real Estate Sale: The Council authorized the sale of real estate located at 1146 3rd Ave. Fence Violation: A notice of violation was sent to Greg Werstil regarding an unpermitted fence. The matter is considered closed. Antique Depot Project: Keller Engineering was invited to the July meeting to discuss this project. Committee Reports Buildings & Grounds Community Center Tech: A bid of $5,500. 00 from Aerial Communications was approved to update the computer router rack and wiring at the Community Center. Office Furniture: Chief Estep and Mayor Fritz purchased desks, chairs, tables, filing cabinets, and a projector from Lion Surplus for $250. 00. Finance No report was presented. Parks & Recreation Pickleball Courts: Mayor Fritz reported that the courts are being painted. Memorial Park Signage: The Council expressed interest in adding signage on 3rd Avenue to help visitors locate the park. Water & Sewer The report for May 2024 was approved. Duncansville Community Days Mayor Fritz reported that 32 nonprofits are scheduled to participate. Insurance for a bounce house is still being arranged. Unfinished Business Nicole Estep reported tentative plans for a September event featuring vendors and food trucks. Adjournment Bills: The Council approved the payment of monthly bills for June 2024. Next Meeting: Monday, July 8, 2024. The meeting was adjourned at 8:08 P. M. by President Annette Lewis. Minutes submitted by: Paula J Fox, Secretary/Treasurer