# TTC NOV 22

- Summary: Hollidaysburg Borough Newsletter Summary (November 2022) This issue of The Town Crier covers brush pickup schedules, winter weather procedures, holiday events, and local government updates. Brush…
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- Published: 2022-11-08
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Hollidaysburg Borough Newsletter Summary (November 2022) This issue of The Town Crier covers brush pickup schedules, winter weather procedures, holiday events, and local government updates. Brush Pickup Continues Schedule: Pickups occur every Monday and Tuesday through December 5th and 6th. Rules: Leaves and brush must be bagged in biodegradable leaf bags. Place curbside by 7:00 AM on the day of pickup. No alley pickups (except in Holliday Hills). Twigs (3 inches or less diameter) must be bundled and tied (no wire). East of Penn Street: Pickups on Mondays. West of Penn Street, Gaysport, Holliday Hills: Pickups on Tuesdays. Important Notes: Do not call to schedule; bags with recyclables, tape, or staples will not be picked up. If missed, pickup occurs the following week (no exceptions). Winter Weather Procedures Snow Emergency Declaration: Made by the Mayor during heavy snowfall, starting at 8:00 AM or 8:00 PM. Odd/Even Parking: Instituted ONLY during declared snow emergencies. If emergency starts at 8:00 PM (evening): Park on EVEN-numbered side. If emergency starts at 8:00 AM (morning): Move cars to ODD-numbered side. Objective: Achieve bare pavement on all streets within 36 hours after snow ends. Announcements: Via local media, website (www. hollidaysburgpa. org), and Facebook. Enforcement: Vehicles violating parking rules during emergencies WILL BE TOWED AT OWNER’S EXPENSE. Sidewalks: Property/business owners must clear sidewalks within 24 hours of snow event end (per Borough Ordinance). Christmas Tree Pickup When: January 9th & 23rd (East Side, Mondays); January 10th & 24th (West Side, Tuesdays). How: Same as normal brush pickup schedule. Instructions: Do NOT place trees in plastic bags — they go to compost facility. Have curbside by 7:00 AM. Soup Sampling Contest Event: Annual contest featuring local restaurants and organizations. Date/Time: Friday, November 25, 5:00–7:00 PM during Light Up Night. Tickets: $6 each, available on Second Floor of Municipal Building and at Light Up Night. Pre-purchase encouraged. Contact: Melanie Ramsey, 814-696-0544. Winterfest Committee Volunteers Needed The committee is seeking volunteers to help plan Winterfest. Contact: Melanie Ramsey via email (mramsey@hollidaysburgpa. org) or phone (814-696-0544). Do Not Rake Leaves Into the Street Residents reminded NOT to push or rake leaves into public streets — it’s a safety hazard and violators will be fined. Arts Council News Featured performers include: ABC Brass Collective Heart of Gold Drill Team Joy Drummers (African Drummers) Hollidaysburg Drumline Horseshoe Cloggers Show Twirlers Pam’s Chargers Tir na Nog Irish Dance Snow & Sidewalks Reminder Residents must shovel sidewalks full width (or 30 inches, whichever is less). Snow may not be shoveled into street except in C2 Community Business District (Downtown) to maintain parking meter access. Downtown sidewalks must be cleared from building face to curb; snow may be deposited in street. Remove snow/ice within 24 hours after cessation of fall. If icy/hard, use sand or abrasive for safety — clear as soon as weather permits. Never deposit snow/ice near fire hydrants, sidewalks, roadways, or loading/unloading areas. RAVE Alert System Rapid notification system for water outages/disruptions. Water customers provide contact number to billing office to join call list (property owner, tenant, or apartment building with separate meters). Alerts sent at 5:00 PM day before outage/disruption via recorded message. Update info if phone number changes — contact water billing office at (814) 696-0623. New Police Chief Christopher Storm sworn in as Chief of Police on October 13, 2022. Previously promoted to Major in Pennsylvania State Police; served over 30 years in law enforcement, including prior service with the Borough. Welcomed as a great addition to the team. Pennsylvania Elections General Election Day: November 8, 2022. Happy Thanksgiving Seasonal greeting included in the newsletter. Guide to Borough Government & Offices 2022 (Page 8) Contact Information Phone: 695-7543 | Fax: 696-0636 Borough Manager: James Gehret | Email: manager@hollidaysburgpa. org Website: hollidaysburgpa. org | Also on Facebook Key Officials & Departments Borough Council Ward 1: Joseph A. Pompa (207 Hickory St, 814-693-1819) Ward 2: Brady Leahey (411 Spruce St, 814-935-9218) Ward 3: Michele Baker (405 Newry St, 814-934-9827) Ward 4: Sean M. Burke (901 Walnut St, 814-215-8925) Ward 5: James Mielnik (902 Lily Ave, 814-317-9224) Ward 6: Walter Kalista III (110 Quince Court, 814-317-5687) Ward 7: Jeffrey J. Ketner (1208 N. Juniata Street, 814-414-9850) Mayor: Joseph R. Dodson (522 Wayne St, 814-695-8834) Borough Staff Manager: James Gehret Secretary: Patricia J. Duron 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 Pre-Treatment Coordinator & Lab Supervisor: Vacant Finance Director: James Gehret Water & Sewer Office Manager: Sarah Crist (814-696-0623) Community Relations & Events Coordinator: Melanie Ramsey (814-696-0544) Planning & Zoning Administrator: Gerald Harbison Newsletter Editor: Crystal Snyder Webpage Administrator: Patricia J. Duron Borough Engineer: Stiffler McGraw (814-696-6280) Borough Authority Members: Loren Hershberger, James Fitch, Zenas Brehm, Stuart W. Sibold, Carol M. Gale Hollidaysburg Area Arts Council Members: Marie Little, Pat Gildea Sewer Authority Members: James J. Fitch, Regis Nale, Vacant, Carol M. Gale, Jim Burke Zoning Hearing Board Members: Danielle Fitch, Mark Shawley, Larry Daugherty, Vacant (Alternate), Robert P. Rea (Attorney) Shade Tree Commission Members: J. Terry Wilt (814-695-3226), Vacant, Josh Chestney (814-695-0444), Andrew R. St John (412-260-1584), Ethan Imhoff (814-262-5722) Civil Service Commission Members: James R. Huff, II, Ann M. Andrews, Jeffrey Ketner, Vacant (ALT), Patricia Duron (Recording Secretary) Open Records Officer Patricia J. Duron Planning Commission Members: John Stultz, Jr. , Andrew Haines, Jane Sheffield, Terry Pennington, Joseph Stanek Education Members: Patricia J. Duron, Joseph R. Dodson, Lori M. Patterson HARB (Hollidaysburg Area Redevelopment Board) Members: Andrew Haines, Gerald Harbison, Donald Delozier, Jane Sheffield, Adam Conrad, Dave Macharola, Joel Koss HPC (Historic Preservation Commission) Members: Andrew Haines, Adam Conrad, Joel Koss, Jane Sheffield, Melanie Ramsey, Michael Selvenis, Joseph Stanek, Gerald Harbison, Donald Delozier, Dave Macharola, Vacant IRC (Borough Reps) Members: James Gehret, Brady Leahey, Jeffrey Ketner, Brock Bryan (814-942-7472) Vacancy Board Joseph L. Patterson Tax Collector Donna Carson (223 Bedford St, 814-696-4684)