# Agenda

- Summary: Ebensburg Borough Council Meeting Agenda Date: Monday, March 24, 2025 Time: 6:30 p. m. Council Members & Leadership President: Doug Tusing Vice-President: Cecilia Houser Members: Jeffrey Ball…
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Ebensburg Borough Council Meeting Agenda Date: Monday, March 24, 2025 Time: 6:30 p. m. Council Members & Leadership President: Doug Tusing Vice-President: Cecilia Houser Members: Jeffrey Ball, Theresa Jacoby, Robert Miller, Mike Murphy Mayor: Randy Datsko Key Agenda Items & Updates Consent Agenda (Routine Approvals) The following items are considered routine and will be approved by a single motion unless a council member requests separate discussion: Approval of Inframark reports for Wastewater and Water Treatment Plant Operations. Approval of minutes from the January 27, February 24, and March 4, 2025 meetings. Approval of financial statements for January and February. Approval of bill payments for February and March. Appointments & Legislation Bedbug Legislation: Judith Oravec will present on proposed legislation regarding bedbugs. Council Vacancy: Candidates wishing to fill the current Borough Council vacancy will speak (limited to 3 minutes each). Water, Wastewater & Stormwater Committee Waterline Replacement: The project is on schedule. Guyer Brothers has installed 98% of the main line and 95% of service installations. Weather delays have paused work on Ann Street and Cindy Street. Budget Update: Approximately $600,000 in unallocated funds remains. The Authority plans to use these funds to replace the 12" waterline on Lovell Avenue. Water Loss Proposal: Inframark has proposed a plan to locate leaks and manage repairs for an annual cost of $47,155. Recreation Committee Kimball Field Restoration: The Ebensburg Softball League proposes restoring the field for an estimated cost of $9,600. They have requested a credit toward future rent payments over the next 4 to 5 years instead of an upfront payment. Streets Committee North Spruce Street: Council will grant final approval for Ordinance #673, designating North Spruce Street as a one-way street heading southbound from West Crawford to High Street. Parking Enforcement: Following a January vote to move away from metered parking, staff is developing a plan for free two-hour parking. This includes reviewing courthouse lot usage with Cambria County Commissioners. General Business Stray/Feral Cats (Ordinance #674): A new ordinance is proposed to prohibit feeding stray or feral cats if it creates a nuisance or health hazard. Residents who feed cats would be responsible for vaccinations and ensuring the animals are spayed/neutered. School Resource Officer (SRO): Holy Name School has approved the SRO agreement. The Borough is hiring a part-time police officer for this role, with an anticipated start date in late April. Codification of Ordinances: Staff recommends approving a proposal from General Code to fully codify the Borough’s ordinances (last done in 2009). The cost is $18,500 for the initial work, with approximately $1,500 annually for future maintenance. Skills Machines: Council will discuss permitting and zoning for skill game machines, which may also impact zoning for vape shops, CDB shops, and potential marijuana dispensaries. Bills: A list of bills totaling $296,062. 61 for February 2025 and $605,370. 55 for March 2025 is submitted for approval. Department Reports Written reports were submitted by the following department heads: Police: Chief Loughran Public Works: Director Josh Surkovich Community Development: Director Danea Koss Recreation: Director Rebecca Williamson Public Information Public Comments: The public is invited to comment on any agenda item during the designated time. Media: Representatives are invited to ask questions on any issue. 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 at least 48 hours before the meeting. Document Access: 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.