# Agenda

- Summary: Ebensburg Borough Council Meeting Agenda Date: Monday, April 27, 2026 Time: 6:30 p. m. Location: Borough Office, 300 West High Street, Ebensburg, Pa. Council Members President: Doug Tusing…
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Ebensburg Borough Council Meeting Agenda Date: Monday, April 27, 2026 Time: 6:30 p. m. Location: Borough Office, 300 West High Street, Ebensburg, Pa. Council Members President: Doug Tusing Vice-President: Theresa Jacoby Members: Jeffrey Ball, Susan Kuhar, Mike Murphy, Suzanne Stevens Mayor: Randy Datsko Agenda Items Call to Order & Pledge of Allegiance Public Comments: The public is invited to comment on any agenda item. 1. Consent Agenda The following routine items will be approved by a single motion unless a council member requests separate discussion: Item 6A: Approve Inframark report on Wastewater Treatment Plant Operations. Item 6B: Approve Inframark report on Water Treatment Plant Operations. Item 6C: Approve Inframark report on Collection and Distribution Operations. Item 11H: Approve minutes from the March 30, 2026 regular meeting. Item 11I: Approve financial statements for March with quarterly transfers. Item 11J: Approve payment of bills for April. Item 11K: Approve Quarterly Transfers. 2. Appointments to Address Council Interested persons applying for a vacant council seat will introduce themselves and explain their qualifications. 3. Consideration of Any Motion(s) to Amend Agenda 4. Mayor’s Report Item 4A: Report on Police Department. 5. Council President Comments 6. Water, Wastewater & Stormwater Committee (Ball, Murphy & Stevens) Item 6A: Accept and approve Inframark’s written report on Wastewater Treatment Plant Operations. Item 6B: Accept and approve Inframark’s written report on Water Treatment Plant Operations. Item 6C: Accept and approve Inframark’s written report on Collections & Distribution Systems. 7. Recreation Committee (Jacoby & Kuhar) No specific items listed. 8. Streets Committee (Ball & Murphy) Item 8A: Parking Enforcement Staff recommends studying quotes for new parking meters and maintaining existing non-operational units. Discussion is needed with Cambria County regarding a shared lot across from the courthouse. The existing kiosk is not working, and the structure providing power is for sale. A new electric meter must be installed if the County-owned structure is sold. Recommended Action: No action required at this time. 9. Administration Committee (Jacoby & Kuhar) Discussion on Ordinance #266 and a memo from the Solicitor regarding a potential resolution to amend taxes for mechanical amusement devices and skill games operated by for-profit businesses. 10. Human Relations & Diversity Committee (Jacoby, Kuhar & Stevens) Item 10A: Hometown Hero Banners The Community Development Director and Borough Manager discussed an agreement drafted by the Solicitor for the VFW. The VFW withdrew their request to use light poles for the program via email. Recommended Action: No further action recommended. 11. General Business Item 11A: Lake Rowena Dredging Project Bid An RFP for bids was due at 12 noon today. Staff hopes to recommend awarding the project tonight based on results. Recommended Action: Approve the lowest qualified bid, if possible. Item 11B: Request to Advertise: Meter Attendant Position A need exists for a part-time parking meter attendant (5 days/week, max 6 hours/day, 30 hours/week) for enforcement and maintenance. Recommended Action: Approve the ad with a revised job description approved by the Police Chief and Borough Manager. Item 11C: Public Works Old Street Sweeper Council received a proposal from Stephenson Equipment, Inc. for an $8,000 trade-in allowance for the old street sweeper. Recommended Action: Approve the trade-in offer and authorize payment of 50% of the value ($4,000) to Cambria Township. Item 11D: Electric Energy Generation Contract The current contract expires in November 2026. Due to volatile energy markets, the Borough wants to lock in a long-term price. Consultants "Energy Made Human by Five" are assisting with pricing. Recommended Action: Appoint the Manager to approve the best contract supply offer if pricing is not acceptable at the meeting. Item 11E: Request to Advertise Project involves Lake Rowena Park Improvement, including a new restroom and concession stand with trash enclosure. Recommended Action: Approve an RFP for the new structure by motion. Item 11F: Ebensburg Airport T-Hanger Renovations Project Recommended Action: Approve the design of the Airport T-Hanger by GFT. Item 11G: Minutes of Previous Meeting The minutes of the March 30, 2026 meeting are presented for approval. Recommended Action: Approve the minutes of the previous meeting. Item 11H: Financial Statement The financial statement for March 2026 is presented for approval. Recommended Action: Approve the March 2026 financial statement. Item 11I: Bills A list of bills totaling $TBD for March 2026 is submitted for approval. Item 11J: Council Vacancy Recommended Action: Appointment to fill the council vacancy left by Cecilia Houser’s term ending December 31, 2027. Item 11K: Approve Quarterly Transfers for 1st Quarter of 2026 Recommended Action: A motion to approve the transfers. 12. Department Reports Item 12A: Police Department: Chief Loughran submitted a written report on activities during the month. Item 12B: Public Works Department: Director Jerry Poruban submitted a written report on activities during the month. Item 12C: Community Development: Director Danea Koss submitted a written report on activities during the month. Item 12D: Recreation Department: Director Rebecca Williamson submitted a written report on activities during the month. Item 12E: Building Permit Enforcement: A monthly building permit report was forwarded to Council. Item 12F: Ebensburg Municipal Authority: A copy of the minutes from the last municipal authority meeting is included in the packet. Item 12G: Planning Commission: No activity. Item 12H: Ebensburg Zoning Hearing Board: No report. Item 12I: Code Enforcement Property Violations Issued: No report. 13. Media Comments/Questions Representatives of the media are invited to comment and ask questions on any issues, whether or not they are on the agenda. 14. Public Comments Members of the public are invited to comment on any issues, whether or not they are on the agenda. 15. Executive Session Discussion of Real Estate and Collective Bargaining Issues. 16. Adjournment Additional Information Public Inspection: Copies of all staff reports and documents subject to disclosure are available for public inspection at the Borough office (300 West High Street, Ebensburg, Pa. ) on the Thursday before each regularly scheduled meeting. They are also available online at www. ebensburgpa. com. Accessibility: In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals needing special assistance should contact the Borough office at (814) 472-8780 or eburg@ebensburgpa. com at least 48 hours before the meeting.