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TTC NOV 22

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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).
  • Sponsorship opportunities are available.

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

  • Hollidaysburg Area Arts Council is a proud sponsor for Winterfest.
  • 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)
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