TTC JULY 2023
Summer Brush Pick Up Schedule
Borough workers will collect compostable waste (dead leaves, plant material, tree/brush trimmings up to 3" diameter and 6' length) throughout the summer and into fall. Items must be bundled with string or twine (no wire).
Excluded items: Stone, garbage, gravel, dirt, junk, and appliances.
Pickup Schedule:
- East side of Penn Street: Scheduled Mondays
- West side of Penn Street: Scheduled Tuesdays
- Missed items: Picked up the next scheduled week. Must be curbside by 7:00 AM.
- Alley pickups: Only at Sweet Cherry Court in Holliday Hills.
Upcoming Pickup Dates (2nd & 4th full weeks of each month):
- June: Week #2 (Mon 12, Tue 13), Week #4 (Mon 26, Tue 27)
- July: Week #2 (Mon 10, Tue 11), Week #4 (Mon 24, Tue 25)
- August: Week #2 (Mon 14, Tue 15), Week #4 (Mon 28, Tue 29)
- September: Week #2 (Mon 11, Tue 12), Week #4 (Mon 25, Tue 26)
Street Sweeping Schedule for 2023
- September: Week #1 (5th–7th), Week #2 (11th–13th), Week #3 (18th–20th), Week #4 (25th–27th)
- Maps and schedules are available online at hollidaysburgpa.org or at the borough building.
Memorial Benches Placed
Three new metal benches have been installed at the overlook patio of Chimney Rocks Park in memory of Greta Halbritter (1972–2021). Greta was a Hollidaysburg High School graduate (class of 1990), performing arts vocalist, and art teacher in the Hollidaysburg Area School District and at Penn-Mont Academy. The gift was made by her family to continue her legacy.
Building & Zoning Permits
- It is the property owner’s responsibility to apply for permits. Contractors may apply if authorized as an "Authorized Agent."
- The signatory block on the permit application certifies that the owner has authorized the agent.
- If work begins without a permit, the property owner must secure it. Contractors may apply only if authorized by the owner.
Sidewalk Grants
The Hollidaysburg Borough Council has authorized a grant program for residents and property owners.
- Reimbursement: 25% of the cost for replacement or installation of a pedestrian sidewalk along a public street.
- Application Process: Reviewed in order received. Program remains open until funds are exhausted or Council closes it.
- Where to Apply: Borough Building, 401 Blair Street, during regular office hours.
Arts Council News (HAAC "Music in the Burg")
- July 16, 6:00 pm: Stephanie & the Wild Hearts at Canal Basin Park. Rain location: Hollidaysburg Senior High Auditorium.
- August 19, 6:00 pm: Family Summer Celebration – Altoona Symphony Orchestra at Canal Basin Park. Rain location: Hollidaysburg Senior High Auditorium.
- August 20, 2:00 pm: Altoona Youth Orchestra at Canal Basin Park.
- Website: http://www.hollidaysburgartscouncil.com/
Street Tree Pruning
The Shade Tree Commission reminds residents to remove low-hanging, pedestrian-unfriendly branches and unsightly suckers from the base of trees.
- Permits: No permit required for this type of trimming. Permits are needed for more extensive pruning (no charge).
- Contact: To obtain a permit, contact a member of the Hollidaysburg Shade Tree Commission:
- Terry Wilt: 814-695-3226
- Ethan Imhoff: 814-262-5722
- Josh Chestney: 814-695-0444
- Andrew St. John: 412-260-1584
Hollidaysburg Senior High Scholastic Quiz Team
The 2023 team, representing IU8, reached the National competition level this spring. Mayor Joseph Dodson recognized their achievement with a proclamation on June 7th. Pictured are coach Susan Cyran, team member Eric Pick, and Mayor Dodson.
Allegheny Street Cruise-In 2023
Held on Friday, May 26, 2023, from 6pm–9pm. Over 130 cars attended.
- Manager's Choice Award: Red 1962 Ford Futura
- Mayor's Choice Award: Orange 1970 Plymouth Superbird
Sponsors:
- Event: Stuckey Automotive
- Music: Hollidaysburg Area Arts Council
- Dash Plaque: O’Reilly Auto Parts
- Traffic Direction: American Legion Riders Chapter 516
Borough Government & Offices Guide (2023)
- Borough Manager: James Gehret
- Mayor: Joseph R. Dodson
- Borough Council Members:
- Ward 1: Joseph A. Pompa
- Ward 2: Brady Leahey
- Ward 3: Michele Baker
- Ward 4: Sean M. Burke
- Ward 5: James Mielnik
- Ward 6: Walter Kalista III
- Ward 7: Jeffrey J. Ketner
- Key Staff:
- Solicitor: Evey Black Attorneys, LLC
- Police Chief: Christopher Storm
- Fire Marshal: Amy Hazlett
- Director of Community Facilities: Richard T. Pope
- Director of Water Department: Richard T. Pope
- Director of Wastewater Operations: Frank B. Hicks Jr.
- Pre-Treatment Coordinator & Laboratory Supervisor: Vacant
- Finance Director: James Gehret
- Water & Sewer Office Manager: Sarah Crist
- Community Relations & Events Coordinator: Melanie Ramsey
- Interim Planning & Zoning Administrator: Patricia J. Duron
- Newsletter Editor: Crystal Snyder
- Webpage Administrator: Patricia J. Duron
- Borough Engineer: Stiffler McGraw
- Borough Authority: Loren Hershberger, James Fitch, Zenas Brehm, Stuart W. Sibold, Carol M. Gale
- Hollidaysburg Area Arts Council: Marie Little, Pat Gildea
- Sewer Authority: James J. Fitch, Regis Nale, Vacant, Carol M. Gale, Jim Burke
- Zoning Hearing Board: Danielle Fitch, Mark Shawley, Larry Daugherty, Vacant (Alternate), Robert P. Rea (Attorney)
- Shade Tree Commission: J. Terry Wilt, Randy Manning, Josh Chestney, Andrew R. St. John, Ethan Imhoff
- Civil Service Commission: James R. Huff, II, Ann M. Andrews, Jeffrey Ketner, Vacant (ALT)
- Planning Commission: John Stultz, Jr., Andrew Haines, Jane Sheffield, Terry Pennington, Joseph Stanek
- Education: Patricia J. Duron, Joseph R. Dodson, Lori M. Patterson
- HARB: Andrew Haines, Vacant, Donald Delozier, Jane Sheffield, Adam Conrad, Dave Macharola, Joel Koss
- HPC: Andrew Haines, Adam Conrad, Joel Koss, Jane Sheffield, Melanie Ramsey, Michael Selvenis, Joseph Stanek, Vacant, Donald Delozier, Dave Macharola
- IRC (Borough Reps): James Gehret, Brady Leahey, Jeffrey Ketner, Brock Bryan
- Vacancy Board: Joseph L. Patterson