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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.