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Published: Jul 14, 2026
Reevestown Excavating Awarded 2026 Sidewalk Program Contract; Council Approves Various Project Payments
The council approved the 2026 50/50 Sidewalk Program, awarding the contract to Reevestown Excavating Inc. as the lowest qualified bidder for $91,970. The program is a shared expense between the borough and residents, aimed at improving sidewalks. Additionally, the council approved payment applications for various projects, including the West Lawn Interceptor and Berkshire Heights Playground project, and authorized payment for sewer specialty services related to televising, cleaning, and repairs.
Resident Raises Accountability Concerns Regarding Development Communication, Legal Notices, and Public Record Access
During public comment, a resident raised concerns regarding communication protocols for mayor's statements on development projects, the handling of legal notices for a specific property (915 Penn Avenue), and delays in responding to right-to-know requests. The resident urged the council to establish clear protocols for verifying and communicating information from developers, disclose monthly legal expenses related to the 915 Penn Avenue case, identify responsible parties for notice compliance, and conduct corrective action reviews. Additionally, the resident requested a written explanation for delays in providing financial records and the adoption of a policy to ensure prompt availability of public information. Another resident spoke about the diversifying demographics of the borough and urged the council to consider this in discussions about park usage, refuting claims of inappropriate conduct at playgrounds and highlighting the positive use of facilities by diverse families.
Council to Decide 2027 4th of July Parade Date: Sunday or Saturday?
During the meeting, council members discussed the upcoming 4th of July parade date. Since the 4th of July falls on a Sunday in 2027, a decision needs to be made whether to hold the parade on Sunday with a later start time to accommodate church services, or move it to Saturday. This decision is anticipated to be finalized in the coming months as preparations for the next year's events begin, with input from a staff working group and potential council recommendations.
Financial Security Reduced for Stormwater Improvement Work at Mall Property
The council approved a financial security reduction for Burkshshire PA Holdings related to stormwater improvement work at the mall property. An escrow of over $800,000 was held, and a portion has been released after the borough's engineers reviewed the completed improvements. The remaining escrow amount is sufficient to cover the remainder of the work, with 15% to be held for 18 months after completion for any potential issues.
New Ordinance Sets 36-Hour Deadline for Snow and Ice Removal; 24 Hours for Pen Avenue and Bus Stop Corners
The infrastructure committee recommended adopting Ordinance 1462-2026, which amends Chapter 21 (Streets and Sidewalks) to add Part 8 regarding snow and ice removal. The ordinance grants residents 36 hours to clear snow from their sidewalks after it stops falling. However, residents on Pen Avenue, due to high pedestrian traffic, and those living on a corner with a bus stop, will have a reduced timeframe of 24 hours. This measure aims to enforce timely snow removal, as observed deficiencies in the previous winter prompted the need for stronger regulations.
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