# Agenda

- Summary: Ebensburg Borough Council Meeting Agenda Date: Monday, February 27, 2023 Time: 6:30 p. m. Borough Leadership Council President: Doug Tusing Vice-President: Cecilia Houser Members: Jeffrey Ball…
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- Published: 2023-02-27
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Ebensburg Borough Council Meeting Agenda Date: Monday, February 27, 2023 Time: 6:30 p. m. Borough Leadership Council President: Doug Tusing Vice-President: Cecilia Houser Members: Jeffrey Ball, Theresa Jacoby, Dave Kuhar, Robert Miller, Michael Owatt Mayor: Randy Datsko Key Agenda Items & Decisions Recreational Fee Increases The Recreation Committee recommends the following rate adjustments: Pool Season Passes: An increase of $5 across all categories (Adult, Senior, and Child). Pavilion Rentals: An increase from $50 to $75, plus a $25 refundable cleaning deposit. Gym Rentals (YPPC): An increase from $10 to $15 for half-court and $20 to $30 for full-court hourly rentals. Party Rentals: An increase from $125 to $150 for two hours at the gym, and from $150 to $200 for two hours at the pool. Sidewalk and Curbing Project 2023 Status: The project was previously put on hold due to high bids. New bids were opened on February 23rd. Total Cost: $136,827. 88. Funding: Approximately $4,500 will come from sidewalk funds, with the remainder from water or stormwater funds. Recommendation: Award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder, CH&D Enterprises, for $136,827. 88. Dog Park Project Location: 962 Rowena Drive. Funding: The Rotary has secured $245,000 for the project. Bids: Bids were opened on February 23rd. Kev’s (Lute) Excavating withdrew their bid of $201,801. 00 due to an error. Recommendation: Award the project to Straw Construction for $264,039. 00, contingent upon receiving additional funds from the Rotary to cover the cost difference. Planning Commission Vacancy Reason: Mr. Tom Williams was appointed as the permits manager at PennDOT District 10, creating a conflict of interest. Action: Council will thank Mr. Williams for his service and announce the vacancy. Interested parties are invited to submit a letter of interest. Resolution #2023-01 Purpose: To determine the value of various Public Works equipment (including a North Star Bed sprayer, 54-inch mower deck, 2012 Dodge Ram 2500 Hemi, and Leeboy asphalt roller) to be in excess of $1,000. Action: Authorize the advertisement or sale of this property. Land Development Plan Applicant: 1st Summit Bank. Proposal: Raze the structure at 516 W. High and construct additional parking. Recommendation: Approve the Land Development Plan. Financial Matters Bills: A list of bills totaling $321,734. 22 for February 2023 is submitted for approval. Financial Statement: The financial statement for January 2023 is presented for approval. Municipal Authority Loan Details: The Municipal Authority accepted a loan of $622,000 from Ameriserv at 4. 25% interest. Purpose: To finance engineering costs for Phase 1 of a waterline replacement project and upgrades to the Ogden Tank and Water Treatment Plant. Recommendation: Approve LGUDA proceedings for the Borough to act as a guarantor of the loan. Department Reports Written reports were submitted by: Police Department: Chief Wyland Public Works Department: Director Josh Surkovich Community Development: Director Danea Koss Recreation Department: Director Dirk Johnson Codes Enforcement: Monthly report forwarded to Council. Public Information Documents: Copies of staff reports and documents are available for public inspection at the Borough office (300 West High Street) or online at www. ebensburgpa. com. Accessibility: In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, special assistance can be arranged by contacting the Borough office at (814) 472-8780 or eburg@ebensburgpa. com with 48 hours' notice.