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Williamsburg Borough Council Regular Meeting Minutes

Meeting Overview

The Williamsburg Borough Council held its regular meeting on Monday, February 2, 2026. The session was called to order at 7:00 p. m. by Ed Patterson.

Attendees:

Council Members Present: Jim Price, Karyn Shaw, Mathew Webb, Ed Patterson, Steve Niebauer, Maggie Merritts, and Ted Hyle.
Others Present: Myranda Isenberg, Natalie Gorsuch, Adam Hauser, Scott Bush, and Alana Isenberg.

Scott Bush raised concerns regarding a neighboring property deemed unsafe.

Status: An inspector with CCIS has cited the owner for neglecting necessary repairs.
Delays: Sergeant Hauser noted that delays at the magistrate’s office may explain why the citation is not yet on the P and E docket.
Scaffolding: Bush noted scaffolding has been in place for a while; the timeframe for its removal is unclear.
Action: Councilman Lansberry will contact the solicitor and inspector to ensure progress is made.

Treasurer’s Report: Approved for January (Motion by Price, seconded by Shaw).
Bills & Payroll: Ratified in accordance with Resolution #2018-2 (Motion by Niebauer, seconded by Merritts).
Payment: Motion to pay bills due carried (Motion by Niebauer, seconded by Merritts).

Rental Inspections: An updated list of owners was sent to CCIS for a new inspection cycle. Some landlords have not yet completed the process.
Vacancy Board: Josh Isenberg was appointed Chairman of the Vacancy Board (Motion by Price, seconded by Webb). He will step in if a council quorum is not met.
Warming/Cooling Center: Dakota Biddle asked if the borough building could serve as a center. Mayor Hyle noted that while it was considered in the past, a backup generator would be required. The high school remains the designated warming center and emergency shelter due to its facilities.
Grants for Penelec Property: BluAcres submitted the Master Site Development plan. Council is looking into grants for wetlands and a WalkWorks path. There is discussion about filling a hole near Cenveo, potentially using material from PennDOT’s stormwater project.
Pickleball Court: Lansberry is inquiring with Frankstown Township regarding the location of their pickleball posts.
Virginia Helsel (Chickens): A certified letter was sent requiring the removal of chickens from the property by the end of February. If not removed, the borough will be advised to remove them.

Snow Removal: Mayor Hyle thanked employees for snow removal and police for vehicle recovery.
Ambulance Service: The Hollidaysburg American Legion Ambulance Service (HALAS) is now operating full-time ALS in Williamsburg.
- Contract: The borough is working on a contract; M. Isenberg is checking for previous copies.
- Membership: HALAS may send forms to residents who paid last year. Lansberry suggested adding a reminder to water bills and posting on Facebook.
- Location: Currently using the fire hall; will move to the old ambulance building once internet is restored.

Property, Equipment, and Streets: Hyle reported snow piled at the corner of his alley and Black Street, making turns difficult. Lansberry promised cleanup. Bush noted areas around the school need cleaning for student safety.
Other Committees: Personnel and Finance, Fire and Police, and Recreation and Community Affairs reports were listed with assigned members.

The meeting was adjourned at 7:32 p. m. on a motion by Webb, seconded by Shaw.

Next Meeting: Monday, March 2, 2026 @ 7 pm