Hanover public meetings in 2024

1 Hanover Borough Council

The Hanover Borough Council will vote on the 2025 budget, tax levy, and several ordinances at its December 23 meeting. Key consent-agenda items include hiring three probationary police officers, approving a new police union contract for 2025-2027, and adopting the 2025 budget via Resolution No. 1423. The council will also consider ordinances to levy 2025 taxes, adopt the 2018 International Fire and Property Maintenance Codes, and approve allocations for Main Street Hanover and the Hanover Economic Development Corporation.

• Hiring of three probationary police officers (Noah Schaefer, Royces Urena, Joshua Kessler) effective January 3, 2025
• Adoption of 2025 budget for all Borough accounts via Resolution No. 1423
• Ordinance No. 2374 levying taxes for fiscal year 2025 and fixing collection rates
• Approval of 2025-2027 Police Union Contract
• Change orders for 33 Frederick Street totaling $16,079 (credits and additions)

Hanover Borough Council approved the 2025 budget, a 6.65-mill real estate tax levy, and a three-year police union contract, along with several other ordinances and resolutions. The council also hired three probationary police officers and adopted updated fire and property maintenance codes. All votes were recorded with specific tallies, and the meeting included public comments on taxes and the library.

• Approved hiring of probationary police officers Noah Schaefer, Royces Urena, and Joshua Kessler (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 1423 adopting the 2025 budget (consent agenda, 8-2)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2374 levying 6.65 mills for 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2377 adopting 2018 International Fire Code (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2378 adopting 2018 International Property Maintenance Code (9-1)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2375 allocating $40,000 to Main Street Hanover (8-2)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2376 allocating $20,000 to HEDC (8-2)
• Approved 2025-2027 Police Union Contract (consent agenda, 8-2)

5b Hanover Area Fire and Rescue Commission

The Hanover Area Fire and Rescue Commission will consider adopting the 2025 Fire Commission Budget, which has already been presented to the municipalities. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes, fire reports, and check runs, as well as reports from the treasurer, committees, and emergency services.

• Motion to adopt the 2025 Fire Commission Budget
• Approval of November 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of October & November 2024 Fire Report
• Approval of November 2024 A/P Check Run
• Treasurer’s report from Brown Plus

The Hanover Area Fire and Rescue Commission unanimously adopted the 2025 Fire Commission Budget as previously approved and presented to the municipalities. The board also approved the consent agenda for November 2024, covering routine items. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports on facilities, apparatus, and EMS, and public comment on EMS contract negotiations.

• Adopted 2025 Fire Commission Budget (unanimous)
• Approved November 2024 Consent Agenda (unanimous)

2 Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee will consider approving a 2025-2027 police union contract and hiring two probationary police officers. Other items include appointments to boards and commissions, a lead service line replacement program filing, and a resolution for non-union employee compensation. Public comment is scheduled on a proposed amendment to meeting rules.

• Approve 2025-2027 Police Union Contract
• Hire two probationary police officers effective January 3, 2025
• CDBG contract extension for Doss Alley Green Street until June 30, 2025
• Consider filing Hanover Municipal Water Works Lead Service Line Replacement Program with PA Public Utility Commission
• Building change orders: net $16,179 in additions and credits

The Finance & Personnel Committee voted 5-4 to move a proposed amendment to the Rules of Public Meetings (adding public comment protocol) to the full Council agenda, after a motion to table it failed. The committee also approved moving several items to the Council agenda, including consent agenda items, appointments, compensation, insurance, change orders, and the police union contract. Additionally, the committee gave final approval to the Lead Service Line Replacement Program petition for filing with the PUC. The Guthrie Memorial Library presented a transition plan update, noting a labor union issue with York County Libraries and proposing an alternative funding model.

• Approved moving public comment amendment to Council agenda (5-4)
• Failed to table public comment amendment (4-5)
• Approved consent agenda items for Council consideration
• Approved appointments to boards/commissions for Council consideration
• Approved Lead Service Line Replacement Program petition for PUC filing
• Approved 2025 compensation, health insurance, and org chart for non-union employees
• Approved 2025 general liability and workers compensation insurance
• Approved ratification of 33 Frederick Street change orders for Council consideration

4a Stormwater Authority

The Hanover Borough Stormwater Authority will hold a meeting to approve consent agenda items including minutes, bills, and financial statements from September through November 2024. No new business is on the agenda. The board will receive updates on two Growing Greener Grant construction projects (Good Field, Eisenhower Drive & Wilson Avenue) and a status report on the EPA Community Change Grant.

• Motion to approve September 12, 2024, meeting minutes
• Motion to approve payment of bills (September–November 2024)
• Motion to approve monthly financial statements (September–November 2024)
• Construction project update on Growing Greener Grant at Good Field
• Construction project update on Growing Greener Grant at Eisenhower Drive & Wilson Avenue

The Hanover Borough Stormwater Authority approved the consent agenda, including minutes, bills, and financial statements. No new business was discussed. Updates were provided on the Growing Greener Grant projects, including construction progress at Good Field and a land swap for the Eisenhower Drive & Wilson Avenue project. A $19.8 million EPA Community Change Grant application was submitted.

• Approved consent agenda: minutes, bills, and financial statements (unanimous)
• No new business
• Heard update on Growing Greener Grant (Good Field) construction progress
• Heard update on Growing Greener Grant (Eisenhower Drive & Wilson Avenue) land swap
• Noted $19.8M EPA Community Change Grant application submitted

3d Water & Sewer Committee

The Water and Sewer Committee will discuss a safe yield tool for drought planning, a water capacity request for the Devener Landing development, and fluoridation. They will also set committee goals for 2025. Public comment is scheduled.

• Safe Yield Tool (Drought) discussion
• Water Capacity Request for New Development: Devener Landing
• Fluoridation discussion
• 2025 Committee Goals
• Approval of minutes from September 12, 2024

The committee discussed revisions to the safe yield tool to better assess drought scenarios and development impacts, and reviewed a water capacity request for the Devener Landing development, which appears to have adequate capacity. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only action was approving the September 12, 2024 minutes.

• Approved minutes of September 12, 2024 (motion carried)
• Discussed safe yield tool revision to compare drought scenarios
• Reviewed Water Capacity Review for Devener Landing; capacity appears available
• Discussed potential second Clear Lake and security measures

4b Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a conditional use application for a short-term rental at 655 E Walnut Street. The body is also continuing discussions on proposed Zoning Ordinance amendments. Other items regarding building expansions and developments have been tabled until January.

• Conditional Use Application for short-term rental at 655 E Walnut Street
• Proposed amendments to the Zoning Ordinance
• Shoe Orthodontics building expansion at 1191 Eichelberger St (tabled)
• Centennial Court project at 238 Centennial Avenue & 242 W. Hanover Street (tabled)

1 Hanover Borough Council

The Hanover Borough Council will act on a consent agenda that includes levying the 2025 real estate tax at 6.65 mills, approving the 2025 budget for public inspection, and adopting building codes. The council will also discuss change orders for the 33 Frederick Street project and consider amendments to parking meter hours and public meeting rules.

• 2025 real estate tax rate of 6.65 mills (consent agenda)
• Change orders for 33 Frederick Street totaling a net of $5,485
• Parking meter hours change from 8:30 AM–8:30 PM to 8:30 AM–6:00 PM
• Adoption of 2018 International Fire Code and 2018 International Property Maintenance Code
• Rescind short-term rental use at 209 Primrose Lane

5b Hanover Area Fire and Rescue Commission

The Hanover Area Fire and Rescue Commission will meet to review monthly reports and conduct routine business. The body is considering a motion to authorize the Chief to sign an engagement letter for the 2024 audit.

• Authorization for Chief to sign engagement letter with Hamilton-Musser for the 2024 audit

2 Finance & Personnel Committee

The committee will hear a budget presentation from the Finance Director, then vote on a consent agenda that includes advertising a 2025 tax ordinance with a $0.28 mill increase and adopting new fire and property maintenance codes. Other action items include reducing parking meter payment hours, approving an employee handbook, and ratifying several change orders for the 33 Frederick Street building project. The meeting also covers a Centennial Court subdivision extension and discussion of 2025 council goals.

• 2025 tax ordinance with $0.28 mill increase
• Reduce parking meter payment hours from 8:30AM-8:30PM to 8:30AM-6:00PM
• Adoption of 2018 International Fire Code and 2018 International Property Maintenance Code
• Approve final draft of employee handbook
• Centennial Court final subdivision plan: accept 90-day extension to March 3, 2025

4d Library Board of Governors

The board will hold a regular monthly meeting including public comment, approval of minutes, committee reports (nominating, honors, public relations), an interim director's report, a fundraising report, an investment committee report, a borough manager report, a York County Libraries report, and a Friends of the Library report. Old and new business will be discussed. No specific proposals, votes, or dollar amounts are detailed in the agenda.

• Committee reports: Nominating (Carbaugh), Honors/Aristotle Eisenhart, Public Relations (Smith)
• Interim Director report (Purkins)
• Fundraising report (Kauffman)
• HPLA Investment Committee report (Hoffacker)
• Borough Manager report (Lewis)

3b Public Works, Facilities and Enhancement Committee (Formerly Enhancement Committee)

The Hanover Borough Enhancement Committee will discuss potential adjustments to downtown parking costs and a study of the Market House. The committee will also set 2025 goals and receive downtown business updates. Public comment is invited at two points in the meeting.

• Parking Costs with Adjustments to Downtown Hours
• Market House Study
• 2025 Committee Goals
• Downtown Business Updates
• Approval of September 11, 2024 minutes

4e Recreation Board

The Hanover Borough Recreation Board will vote on approving minutes and treasurer reports, then take public comments. New business includes field usage requests from Southwest Outlaws and Hanover Diamond Sports for the 2025 season, a review of the 2025 fee schedule, and setting 2025 goals. An update on parks is listed under old business.

• Southwest Outlaws requests field usage at Good Field C & D and Moul Field lower field for April–October 2025
• Hanover Diamond Sports requests field usage at Good Field A & B, C, Moul upper field, and Myers Field for April–October 2025
• Review of 2025 fee schedule rates
• Discussion of 2025 Recreation Board Goals
• Update on Parks (old business)

3c Public Safety Committee

The Hanover Borough Public Safety Committee will discuss adopting the 2018 International Fire Code and 2018 International Property Maintenance Code. The committee also acknowledges an executive session held on October 22, 2024, regarding a personnel matter with the police union grievance. Additionally, the committee will set its 2025 goals.

• Adoption of 2018 International Fire Code
• Adoption of 2018 International Property Maintenance Code
• Acknowledgement of executive session on police union grievance (Oct. 22, 2024)
• Discussion of 2025 Committee Goals
• Approval of September 3, 2024 minutes

4b Planning Commission

The Hanover Borough Planning Commission will review the Centennial Court project at 238 Centennial Avenue and 242 W. Hanover Street, with a deadline for Borough Council action by December 3, 2024. They will also continue discussing proposed amendments to the Zoning Ordinance. Additionally, a preliminary/final land development plan at 1191 Eichelberger Street will be discussed for potential action in December. Reports on recent and upcoming Zoning Hearing Board cases are informational only.

• 1191 Eichelberger Street (D.I. Real Estate, LLC) – Preliminary/Final Land Development Plan – discussion for December action
• 238 Centennial Avenue & 242 W. Hanover Street – “Centennial Court” – review and discussion only; council deadline Dec 3, 2024
• Continued discussion of proposed amendments to the Zoning Ordinance
• Report on Zoning Hearing Board cases from September 16 (informational) and upcoming November 18 hearing
• Introduction of a new Planning & Engineering Project Manager

3a Governance and Policy Committee

The Governance & Policy Committee will consider approving the 2025 Council Goals, the final draft of the Borough Employee Handbook, and amendments to Resolution No. 1394 governing public meetings. The amendments include changes to public comment protocol and a requirement for in-person attendance during executive sessions. The committee will also vote on a change to the agenda format.

• Approve 2025 Council Goals and send to committees
• Approve final draft of Borough of Hanover Employee Handbook
• Amend Resolution No. 1394: remove citizens' addresses from minutes
• Amend Resolution No. 1394: require in-person attendance for executive session participation, restrict electronics
• Approve change to agenda format

4f Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission will hold public hearings on proposed tree removals at 473 Clearview Road (2 trees), 545, 681, and 1130 East Walnut Street. A request for a tree dedication plaque at Hollywood Circle in memory of Andrea Niehoff Goodson will also be considered. The meeting includes reports from Public Works, Parks & Recreation, and Bartlett Tree Experts, plus field review of numerous permit applications for tree removal and pruning.

• Public hearings: 473 Clearview Road (2 trees), 545 East Walnut Street, 681 East Walnut Street, 1130 East Walnut Street
• Request for tree dedication plaque at Hollywood Circle in memory of Andrea Niehoff Goodson
• Permit: 423 McCosh Street – remove 3 pear trees, replace with 2-3 Princeton Sentry Ginkgo trees
• Permit: 720 East Walnut Street – remove 3 trees
• Permit: 202 Honeysuckle Court – prune tree away from light post and elevate for mowing

1 Hanover Borough Council

Hanover Borough Council will discuss funding for streetscape and parking lot projects at 33 and 44 Frederick Street. The body is also considering a new interim library director appointment and updates to wastewater pretreatment limits.

• Resolution No.1420 to apply for a DCED Main Street Matters Grant up to $350,000 for 33 and 44 Frederick Street
• Appointment of Matthew Purkins as Interim Library Director with a $1,000 monthly stipend
• SPCA annual contract approval for $12,400
• Ordinance No. 2373 to amend wastewater pretreatment limits
• Building construction change orders for 33 Frederick Street totaling $22,735 (net)

5b Hanover Area Fire and Rescue Commission

The Hanover Area Fire and Rescue Commission is meeting to consider routine consent items and a motion to move the proposed budget to the municipalities for approval. The agenda includes approval of September minutes, fire report, and check run, as well as a treasurer's report and committee updates.

• Motion to approve moving the proposed budget to the municipalities for approval
• Approval of September 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of September 2024 fire report
• Approval of September 2024 accounts payable check run
• Treasurer's report from Brown Plus

2 Finance & Personnel Committee

The committee will discuss the 2024 draft budget and consider several infrastructure and personnel approvals. Key items include water filtration plant repairs and a grant application for streetscape improvements.

• Estimated $109,081.91 for heating system replacements at the Water Filtration Plant
• Grant application up to $350,000 for 33 and 44 Frederick Street Streetscape/Parking Lot Improvement Project
• 2025 SPCA annual contract for $12,800
• Building construction change orders totaling $8,398 for plumbing, electrical, and ductwork
• Approval of a Drought Contingency Plan for DEP submittal

4f Shade Tree Commission

The Hanover Borough Shade Tree Commission is meeting on October 7, 2024, to hold public hearings on tree removal applications at 473 Clearview Road (2 trees), 545 East Walnut Street, 681 East Walnut Street, and 1130 East Walnut Street. The commission will also review numerous permit requests for tree removal and pruning by the Public Works crew, including multiple dying trees on Clearview Road. Reports from the Public Works Director and Parks & Recreation Director will be presented.

• Public hearings for tree removal at 473 Clearview Road (2 trees), 545 East Walnut Street, 681 East Walnut Street, and 1130 East Walnut Street
• Permit request to remove a dying tree at 323 Broadway via Public Works crew
• Multiple permit requests for dying tree removal at 401, 469, 481, and 497 Clearview Road
• Permit request to remove three pear trees and replace with 2-3 Princeton Sentry Ginkgo trees at 423 McCosh Street
• Public Works Director report on stream restoration tree removals at Good Field and Met Ed pruning at Myers Arboretum

1 Hanover Borough Council

The Borough Council will discuss wastewater facility upgrades and community development grants. The body is also reviewing personnel salary changes and a property sale waiver at Wirt Park.

• Bid award of $137,038 to Conewago Enterprises, Inc. for primary sludge pump installation
• CDBG application up to $300,000 for street and sidewalk repairs on Hanover Street
• New $4,872 contract for West Hanover Street Playground (2024-2026)
• Resolution No. 1418 to waive right of first refusal for the Ten Commandments parcel at Wirt Park
• Proposed ordinance amendment for EPA-approved pretreatment limits

The Hanover Borough Council approved a consent agenda including the 2025 pension contributions, a revised salary resolution, a CDBG application for street repairs, and a police eligibility list. It also awarded a $137,038 contract for the primary sludge pump installation to Conewago Enterprises, Inc., and approved a bid withdrawal from Derstine Company, LLC. Other actions included approving a resolution waiving right of first refusal for a property sale, a side letter agreement for AFSCME, a change order policy, and a zero-cost change order for the Public Administration Facility.

• Approved consent agenda including 2025 pension contributions, salary resolution, CDBG application, and police eligibility list
• Approved $137,038 sludge pump installation contract to Conewago Enterprises, Inc.
• Accepted bid withdrawal from Derstine Company, LLC for $94,000 sludge pump bid
• Approved Resolution No. 1418 waiving right of first refusal for Ten Commandments parcel at Wirt Park
• Approved AFSCME side letter agreement for shift differential payment
• Approved change order approval policy
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Public Administration Facility (zero cost/schedule change)
• Authorized advertisement of ordinance amendment for EPA pretreatment limits

1 Hanover Borough Council

The Hanover Borough Council is holding a budget workshop for the 2025 fiscal year. Presentations will cover personnel changes, capital projects, and department budgets for Public Works, Police, Fire, Library, and more. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion session.

• Public Works Personnel & Capital Projects and Equipment/Vehicles
• Police Personnel and Capital Projects
• Fire Commission update
• Library update
• Mainstreet update

5b Hanover Area Fire and Rescue Commission

The Hanover Area Fire and Rescue Commission will meet to review financial reports and committee updates. The Finance & Personnel committee will consider a motion to send the proposed budget to municipalities for approval.

• Motion to approve moving the proposed budget to the municipalities for approval
• Review of Treasurer's report provided by Brown Plus
• Approval of August 2024 Meeting Minutes, Fire Report, and A/P Check Run

2 Finance & Personnel Committee

This Finance and Personnel Committee will discuss and vote on consent agenda items including approval of bills, pension contributions, and salary changes. Key items include a $300,000 CDBG grant application for street and sidewalk repairs on Hanover Street, a traffic signal resolution for Kindig Lane and High Street, and a resolution regarding the Ten Commandments monument at Wirt Park.

• Approve 2025 pension contributions (Minimum Municipal Obligation)
• Approve amended title and salary for Utilities Director and add Project Manager for Planning & Engineering
• Approve CDBG grant extension for West Hanover Street Playground and new application up to $300,000 for Hanover Street repairs between York and Baltimore streets
• Approve resolution for traffic signal plan and contingency plan at Kindig Lane and High Street
• Approve resolution waiving right of first refusal for Ten Commandments parcel sale at Wirt Park

4c Zoning Hearing Board

The Hanover Borough Zoning Hearing Board will hear two contested items: a continued request to remove a condition on 751 George Street, and a special exception application for a "Townhouse Court" use at 238 Centennial Avenue and 242 W. Hanover Street. The board will also approve prior minutes and take public comment.

• Continued hearing: removal of a previously imposed condition at 751 George Street
• Special exception for "Townhouse Court" use at 238 Centennial Avenue and 242 W. Hanover Street
• Public comment period

The Hanover Borough Zoning Hearing Board denied a request to remove a 2014 condition prohibiting future land development at 751 George Street, which the applicant sought to allow additional apartment units. The board voted 2-1, finding the applicant failed to prove the condition was no longer appropriate or that its removal would not harm the public interest. The board also acknowledged a request to reschedule a separate special exception hearing for 238 Centennial Avenue to October 21, 2024.

• Denied removal of 'no future land development' condition at 751 George Street (2-1)
• Approved minutes of August 19, 2024 meeting
• Acknowledged request to move 238 Centennial Ave special exception hearing to October 21, 2024

4a Stormwater Authority

The Hanover Borough Stormwater Authority will review the potential scope for a 2025 capital project. The body will also receive updates on grant-funded construction projects and a specific project at 319 Maple Drive.

• Review of 2025 Capital Project potential scope
• Construction update for Growing Greener Grant (Good Field)
• Update on EPA Community Change Grant
• Project update/completion for 319 Maple Drive
• Project update for Growing Greener Grant (Eisenhower Drive & Wilson Avenue)

The Hanover Borough Stormwater Authority approved the consent agenda, including minutes, bills, and financial statements. They discussed the Growing Greener Grant, EPA Community Change Grant, and 2025 capital projects, but no substantive decisions were made on these items.

• Approved consent agenda including July 11, 2024 minutes, bills, and financial statements (unanimous)

3d Water & Sewer Committee

The Hanover Borough Council Water and Sewer Committee will discuss a water capacity request for the proposed Devener Landing development and review the Safe Yield Tool. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and public comment periods. No voting actions are indicated; items are under discussion.

• Water capacity request for new development: Devener Landing
• Discussion of Safe Yield Tool
• Approval of minutes from May 14, 2024
• Public comment periods

The committee discussed a water capacity request for the Devener Landing development (121 single-family homes in Penn Township) but took no action, deferring consideration to the November meeting after the safe yield tool is updated. They also reviewed the safe yield tool and discussed potential improvements, including accommodating drought events and establishing a growth fund. The minutes from May 14, 2024, were approved as written.

• Approved minutes of May 14, 2024 as written
• Deferred water capacity decision for Devener Landing to November meeting
• Discussed safe yield tool improvements for drought events (no action)
• Discussed potential growth fund for infrastructure capacity (no action)

3b Public Works, Facilities and Enhancement Committee (Formerly Enhancement Committee)

The Enhancement Committee will consider recommendations from the Market House study, receive updates on parking facility improvements and funding, and hear a citizen request for support of a Pennsylvania Historical Marker honoring Christian Gobrecht. The meeting also includes updates on two federal grants: the EPA Community Change grant for the Chestnut & Railroad Street Corridor and the US DOT Safe Streets for All program.

• Citizen request for letter of support or resolution for a Pennsylvania Historical Marker honoring Christian Gobrecht
• Parking facility improvements and funding updates
• Market House Study recommendations and implementation discussion
• Grant updates: EPA Community Change (Chestnut & Railroad Street Corridor) and US DOT Safe Streets for All (SS4A)

The Hanover Enhancement Committee discussed parking facility improvements, reviewed the Market House study recommendations, and received updates on grant applications. No formal decisions were made; the committee agreed to review the market study and discuss it in November, and invited a citizen to keep them informed about a historical marker request.

• Approved minutes of March 13, 2024 as written
• Invited Mr. Apgar to keep committee informed on historical marker request for Christian Gobrecht
• Agreed to review Market House study and place evaluation on November agenda
• Discussed parking revenue and potential meter time change, but no action taken

3a Governance and Policy Committee

The Hanover Borough Governance & Policy Committee is meeting to discuss and review two draft policies: a resolution on rules regarding public meetings and a policy on social media. The agenda also includes approval of previous minutes and a public comment period. No votes or concrete actions are scheduled; the meeting is focused on policy review.

• Review of draft Borough Council Resolution on rules for public meetings
• Review of draft Social Media Policy

4f Shade Tree Commission

The Hanover Borough Shade Tree Commission will conduct public hearings on requests to remove trees at 223 Broadway, 315 Broadway, 245 Diller Road, Moul Ave Recreation Area, 650 East Walnut Street, and 1103 East Walnut Street. The commission will also consider permit applications for tree pruning, removal, and planting at various addresses, and receive reports from the Public Works Director, Parks & Recreation Director, and Bartlett Tree Experts.

• Public hearing for tree removal at 223 Broadway (1 tree)
• Public hearing for tree removal at 315 Broadway (2 trees)
• Public hearing for tree removal at 245 Diller Road (1 tree)
• Public hearing for tree removal at Moul Ave Recreation Area (1 dying crabapple)
• Public hearing for tree removal at 650 and 1103 East Walnut Street (1 tree each)

The Hanover Borough Shade Tree Commission approved the removal of seven trees previously listed at the August 5 meeting, following a public hearing with no citizens present. The trees are to be removed by the Public Works Department. The commission also approved several permit applications for tree pruning, removal, and planting, with some removals pending public hearings on October 7, 2024.

• Approved removal of 7 trees (223 Broadway, 315 Broadway x2, 245 Diller Road, Moul Ave Recreation Area, 650 E. Walnut St., 1103 E. Walnut St.)
• Approved pruning at 301 Broadway
• Approved removal of 2 dying trees at 473 Clearview Road (pending Oct 7 hearing)
• Approved planting 1 Japanese Sprite Zelkova at 181 Moul Avenue
• Approved removal of dying tree at 945 E. Walnut St. (pending Oct 7 hearing)
• Approved pruning at 679 E. Walnut St.
• Approved removal of dying pear tree at 681 E. Walnut St. (pending Oct 7 hearing)
• Approved pruning of maple tree at 867 E. Walnut St. and removal of dying tree at 1130 E. Walnut St. (pending Oct 7 hearing)

4b Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss the 'Centennial Court' project at 238 Centennial Avenue and 242 W. Hanover Street. The body will also continue reviewing proposed amendments to the Zoning Ordinance.

• Review of 238 Centennial Avenue & 242 W. Hanover Street ('Centennial Court')
• Proposed amendments to the Zoning Ordinance
• Report on August 19, 2024 Zoning Hearing Board cases
• Report on Zoning Hearing Board cases for September 16, 2024

The Hanover Borough Planning Commission tabled the proposed Centennial Court subdivision, a reverse subdivision to consolidate two parcels into one for a ten-unit townhouse court. The applicant will revise the plan based on review comments, and the commission will provide comments to the Zoning Hearing Board before its September 16 hearing. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included discussion of zoning ordinance amendments and a report on a Zoning Hearing Board decision.

• Approved minutes of August 7, 2024 meeting
• Tabled Centennial Court subdivision plan for revision
• Consensus to provide comments to Zoning Hearing Board by September 6, 2024
• Adjourned at 9:00 PM

3c Public Safety Committee

The Hanover Borough Council Public Safety Committee will meet to discuss citizen complaints about speeding and noise on Frederick Street, review a draft ordinance for e-bike and scooter regulations, and consider adopting updated fire and property maintenance codes. The meeting will also include a discussion on loading zones.

• Review draft ordinance for e-bikes and scooters
• Discuss speeding and noise complaints on Frederick Street
• Consider adopting 2018 International Fire Code
• Consider adopting 2018 International Property Maintenance Code
• Discussion on loading zones

The Public Safety Committee voted to move the advertisement of an ordinance adopting the 2018 International Fire Code to the Finance & Personnel Committee. A similar motion for the 2018 International Property Maintenance Code failed for lack of a second, and the item was tabled for further review. The committee also discussed speeding on Frederick Street, e-bike regulations, and loading zone signage.

• Approved moving 2018 International Fire Code adoption to Finance & Personnel Committee (motion carried)
• Motion to move 2018 International Property Maintenance Code adoption failed for lack of a second
• Tabled 2018 International Property Maintenance Code adoption to next Public Safety Committee meeting (2-1, Funk opposed)
• Approved minutes of July 2, 2024 meeting (motion carried)
• Adjourned at 8:00 PM (motion carried)

4e Recreation Board

The Hanover Borough Recreation Board will consider approving minutes and treasurer reports, then discuss new business including field usage requests from Southwest Outlaws and Hanover Diamond Sports for the 2025 season and tournament schedule. The board will also receive an update on parks and announce a ribbon cutting for Wirt Park Playground on September 17.

• Southwest Outlaws requests field usage at Good Field C & D and Moul Field lower field April–October 2025
• Southwest Outlaws requests field usage for 2025 tournament schedule at all Good Fields and Moul Fields
• Hanover Diamond Sports requests field usage at Good Field A, B, C, Moul upper field, and Myers Field April–October 2025
• Hanover Diamond Sports requests field usage for 2025 tournament schedule at all Good Fields and Moul Fields
• Ribbon cutting for Wirt Park Playground scheduled for September 17 at 11:00 am

The Hanover Borough Recreation Board tabled two 2025 season field usage requests (Southwest Outlaws and Hanover Diamond Sports) pending more information, but approved both organizations' 2025 tournament schedules for all Good and Moul Fields. The board also approved a one-time use of Moul Field Pavilion for a New Oxford High School 10-year reunion on September 7, 2024, and discussed repairing the Arboretum Bells.

• Tabled Southwest Outlaws 2025 season field usage at Good Field C & D and Moul Field Lower (April-October)
• Approved Southwest Outlaws 2025 tournament schedule for all Good and Moul Fields
• Tabled Hanover Diamond Sports 2025 season field usage at Good Field A, B, C, Moul upper, and Myers Field (April-October)
• Approved Hanover Diamond Sports 2025 tournament schedule for all Good and Moul Fields
• Approved New Oxford High School 10-year reunion use of Moul Field Pavilion on September 7, 2024
• Approved June 4, 2024 minutes
• Approved Treasurer's Report for June & July 2024

1 Hanover Borough Council

The Hanover Borough Council will hold a public meeting on August 28, 2024, to consider several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include a vote on Ordinance No. 2371 amending the rental registration ordinance, approval of a preliminary/final subdivision plan for Home City Ice Company at 236-238 Poplar Street, and adoption of a new fee schedule that adds a residential rental registration fee and reduces the library room rental fee for weddings. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as a winter services agreement with PennDOT, Trick or Treat night on October 22, a contract extension with Double W Farms for transfer station hauling, and special event permits.

• Ordinance No. 2371 amending rental registration requirements (Chapter 278)
• Resolution No. 1416 for Home City Ice Company subdivision plan at 236-238 Poplar Street
• Resolution No. 1417 revising fee schedule: new rental registration fee, reduced library room rental fee for weddings at Bare Center
• Trick or Treat night approved for Tuesday, October 22, 2024, 6-8 PM
• Approve one-year contract extension with Double W Farms, LLC for transfer station hauling

2 Finance & Personnel Committee

This meeting includes a presentation on the 2025 budget executive summary and votes on a revised fee resolution adding a rental registration fee and amending library room rental fees. The committee will also consider a one-year extension of the transfer station hauling contract with Double W Farms, LLC, and a personnel request with updated organization chart. Consent agenda items include approval of a minor subdivision plan for Home City Ice Company, a PennDOT winter services reimbursement resolution, and a special events permit for the Halloween parade.

• Presentation of 2025 budget executive summary by Finance Director Shelton
• Revised fee resolution adding rental registration fee and amending library room rental fees
• One-year extension of transfer station hauling contract with Double W Farms, LLC
• Approval of minor subdivision plan for Home City Ice Company
• Personnel request and updated organization chart

4c Zoning Hearing Board

The Hanover Borough Zoning Hearing Board will consider a request to remove a previously imposed condition on a property at 751 George Street. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Request to remove a previously imposed zoning condition at 751 George Street

5b Hanover Area Fire and Rescue Commission

The Hanover Area Fire and Rescue Commission will consider consent agenda items including July meeting minutes, fire report, and check run. The finance committee recommends approving a Deputy Chief job description and authorizing the fire chief to post the opening. The board will also receive a treasurer's report from Brown Plus and an update on the firefighter pension plan.

• Consent agenda: approve July 2024 minutes, fire report, and accounts payable check run
• Treasurer's report prepared by Brown Plus
• Approve job description for Deputy Chief position
• Authorize Fire Chief to publish job posting for Deputy Chief
• Update on the firefighter pension plan (unfinished business)

4d Library Board of Governors

The Guthrie Memorial Library Board of Governors will hold a routine meeting covering committee reports, the director's update, fundraising, and financial reports. No votes or binding actions are listed beyond standard procedural items.

• Public comment period at start and end of meeting
• Director's report on library operations
• Fundraising report from Kauffman
• HPLA Investment Committee update
• YCL (York County Libraries) update

4b Planning Commission

The Hanover Borough Planning Commission will discuss and possibly act on a minor subdivision plan at 238 Poplar Street (Home City Ice Company) with a new deadline of September 23, 2024. They will also review proposed amendments to the Zoning Ordinance and schedule a public workshop. Reports on recent and upcoming Zoning Hearing Board cases are provided for information only.

• 238 Poplar Street – Home City Ice Company minor subdivision plan – review, discussion, possible action (deadline extended to September 23, 2024)
• Discussion and review of Zoning Ordinance proposed amendments and scheduling of a public workshop
• Informational report on July 15, 2024 Zoning Hearing Board cases
• Report on Zoning Hearing Board cases for August 19, 2024 hearing

1 Hanover Borough Council

Hanover Borough Council will meet to consider Ordinance No. 2370. This ordinance would delegate authority to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation to acquire right-of-way for traffic signal construction.

• Ordinance No. 2370 regarding Kindig Lane and High Street traffic signals

4f Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission will hold public hearings for tree removals at 139 Carlisle Street (already removed due to storm) and 181 Moul Avenue. They will also ratify emergency tree removals from a July 16 storm and approve permit applications for various tree work across the borough.

• Public hearing for tree removal at 139 Carlisle Street (already removed due to storm)
• Public hearing for tree removal at 181 Moul Avenue
• Ratify emergency tree removals from storm damage on July 16 (139 Carlisle St, 115-117 Fourth St, 1049 Keith Dr, and others)
• Ratify permits already completed: 223 Broadway, 453 Carlisle St, 116 West Alm Ave
• Permit applications to be viewed in field: 221 Broadway, 315 Broadway, 580 Broadway, and others

1 Hanover Borough Council

Hanover Borough Council will vote on advertising an ordinance to amend the rental registration ordinance and award a $189,060 contract for Green Core Improvements on Doss Alley. The consent agenda includes sewer credits, special events approvals, a four-year Hyper-Reach contract ($9,450/year), and other routine items.

• Consider advertising an ordinance to amend the current rental registration ordinance
• Award $189,060 contract to Shiloh Paving and Excavating for Doss Alley Green Core Improvements (CDBG-funded)
• Approve sewer credits: Brian Gardiner $546.88, Donna Martinez $1,767.30
• Approve four-year Hyper-Reach mass notification contract at $9,450/year
• Authorize advertisement of ordinances for Kindig Lane/High Street traffic signals and drought contingency plan amendments

5b Hanover Area Fire and Rescue Commission

The Hanover Area Fire and Rescue Commission holds a regular meeting with consent agenda items including approval of June minutes, fire report, and check run. Reports from the treasurer, committees, and fire chief cover routine updates; an executive session on personnel was held July 9th. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Executive session held July 9th to discuss personnel items
• Consent agenda: June 2024 meeting minutes, fire report, and A/P check run
• Fire chief announces week-long Continuing Education Program August 19-23
• National Night Out on August 6th at South Western Middle School with apparatus display
• Penn Township Police Department using Clover Lane meeting room for training August 14, 26, 27

2 Finance & Personnel Committee

The Hanover Borough Finance & Personnel Committee will meet July 17 to vote on a consent agenda (minutes, bills, financial reports) and several action items. Key decisions include a 4-year mass notification contract with Hyper-Reach, advertisement of an amendment to the Rental Registration Ordinance, and conditional approval of the Doss Alley CDBG construction contract. The committee will also consider sewer credit requests, alcohol sales at Moul Field for special events, a library mural grant application, and water resources items.

• Sewer credit requests: Brian Gardiner ($546.88) and Donna Martinez ($1,767.30)
• 4-year mass notification service contract with Hyper-Reach (2025-2028)
• Amendment to Rental Registration Ordinance to be advertised for August 28 Council agenda
• Doss Alley (CDBG) project: conditional approval of construction contract
• Library mural grant application for children's program room

4c Zoning Hearing Board

The Hanover Borough Zoning Hearing Board will meet to consider land-use requests for two properties. The board will review a variance for area and bulk requirements and a special exception for a rowhouse.

• Variance for Area & Bulk Requirements at 236 Poplar Street
• Special Exception for Single-Family Attached Dwelling (Rowhouse) at 225 Moul Avenue
• Variance for Tree Removal at 225 Moul Avenue

4a Stormwater Authority

The Hanover Borough Stormwater Authority will review financial statements and bills from May and June 2024. The board will consider a notice of intent to award the Growing Greener Grant for Good Field. Members will also receive updates on projects at 319 Maple Drive and Eisenhower Drive.

• Notice of Intent to Award: Growing Greener Grant (Good Field)
• Project update: 319 Maple Drive
• Project update: Growing Greener Grant (Eisenhower Drive)
• Approval of May-June 2024 bills

4d Library Board of Governors

The meeting agenda consists of procedural items and committee reports. No specific new projects or contracts are listed for discussion.

• Director's report
• Fundraising report
• HPLA Investment Committee report
• Friends of the Library report

4b Planning Commission

The Commission will review subdivision plans for 238 Poplar Street and 233 & 235 Kennedy Court. The meeting also includes discussions regarding potential Zoning Ordinance amendments and a draft SWOT analysis feedback form.

• Minor Subdivision Plan for “Home City Ice Company” at 238 Poplar Street
• Preliminary/Final Subdivision Plan for 233 & 235 Kennedy Court
• Discussion on Zoning Ordinance amendments and public workshop meeting
• Review of draft SWOT Analysis Feedback Form

3a Governance and Policy Committee

The committee will discuss the Borough of Hanover Employee Handbook and potential clarifications regarding public comment procedures. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from May 6, 2024.

• Borough of Hanover Employee Handbook review
• Clarification of Public Comment procedures
• Approval of May 6, 2024, meeting minutes

3c Public Safety Committee

The committee will discuss a traffic study for Chestnut Street and potential regulations to ban e-bikes and scooters in residential districts. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding rental inspections.

• Chestnut Street Traffic Study estimated cost
• Proposed ban of E-Bikes/Scooters in residential districts
• Rental inspection discussion and proposed field trip
• Approval of May 13, 2024 minutes

1 Hanover Borough Council

The Council will consider appointing two probationary police officers and a $3.1 million renovation project for 33 Frederick Street. Other items include reviewing the Rental Property Ordinance and potential zoning ordinance changes.

• Notice to Proceed for 33 Frederick Street renovations in the amount of $3,100,159.00
• Appointment of Jamal Jimenez and Griffin Kuhn as probationary police officers
• Reconsideration of Ordinance No. 2369 regarding the Rental Property Ordinance
• Contract for Treatment System Rehabilitation with Hydro-Terra Group in the amount of $7,400.00
• Sewer credit for Bon Ton Builders at 225 Moul Avenue in the amount of $2,030.70

5b Hanover Area Fire and Rescue Commission

The commission will review May 2024 fire reports and financial statements. Agenda items include discussions on an EMS Supervisor position and the appointment of a committee for EMS contract negotiations. Reports are also expected regarding Station 1 apron repairs and a new medic unit.

• Appointment of a committee for EMS contract negotiations
• Discussion on an EMS Supervisor
• Report on Station 1 apron repairs
• Update on new Medic unit in-service

2 Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance and Personnel Committee will decide on police department hires and the relocation of the “Iron Dog” statue. The meeting also includes discussions regarding library plans and zoning ordinance updates.

• Ratification of two new probationary police officers: Jamal Jimenez and Griffin Kuhn
• A $7,400 contract with Hydro-Terra Group for Black Rock Landfill rehabilitation
• Relocation of the “Iron Dog” statue from Center Square to Mount Olivet Cemetery
• A $2,030.70 sewer credit for Bon Ton Builders at 225 Moul Avenue
• Renewal of the Civic Plus website contract for a four-year term

4c Zoning Hearing Board

The Hanover Borough Zoning Hearing Board will consider residential development applications at 631 Broadway and 225 Moul Avenue. The board will also review a request for tree removal relief at the Moul Avenue property.

• Special exception for multi-family dwelling at 631 Broadway
• Special exception for single-family attached dwelling at 225 Moul Avenue
• Variance for relief from tree removal at 225 Moul Avenue

4d Library Board of Governors

The meeting agenda consists of procedural committee and director reports. No specific decisions or new ordinances are listed for discussion.

• Director's report
• Fundraising report
• HPLA Investment Committee report
• Borough Manager report
• Friends of the Library report

Public Works & Facilities Committee (Merged with Enhancement Committee January 2026)

The meeting includes the approval of April 10, 2024 minutes and periods for public comment. The agenda also contains an item regarding 6 Pine Street – Buchart Horn.

• 6 Pine Street – Buchart Horn

4b Planning Commission

The commission will review a minor subdivision plan for Home City Ice Company at 238 Poplar Street. The meeting also includes reports on upcoming Zoning Hearing Board applications.

• Minor Subdivision Plan for 238 Poplar Street (Home City Ice Company)
• Special Exception Request for multi-family dwelling at 631 Broadway
• Single family attached dwelling and tree removal variance at 225 Moul Avenue
• Review of feedback process revisions to the Zoning Hearing Board

4e Recreation Board

The Hanover Borough Recreation Board will review minutes from April 17 and treasurer reports for April and May 2024. The board will consider several park rental requests and nominate a new chairperson. Members will also discuss the DCNR Comprehensive Plan.

• Nomination for a new Recreation Board Chairperson
• Wirt Park rental request by Nacion de Fe Hanover
• Baer Ave Playground rental request by First Baptist Church
• Good Field rental request by Stateline Canine Inc

4f Shade Tree Commission

The Hanover Borough Shade Tree Commission will hold public hearings on tree removal requests at two properties on Broadway, and will discuss a resident's request to remove a newly planted Black Gum tree at 19 Brandy Court. The commission will also review removal and replacement requests at 139 Carlisle Street and 181 Moul Avenue during a field visit.

• Public hearings for tree removal at 569 Broadway and 649 Broadway
• Resident request to remove newly planted Black Gum tree at 19 Brandy Court
• Tree removal recommended by Bartlett/Public Works at 139 Carlisle Street
• Request for removal of dead tree and replacement at 181 Moul Avenue

1 Hanover Borough Council

The Hanover Borough Council is reviewing the final subdivision plans for Phase II of the Stonewicke development, which includes streets such as Clover Lane, Maple Lane, Melodie Lane, Lark Avenue, Grandview Road, Hillside Road, and others. The agenda consists primarily of the subdivision plan details, with no other items listed.

• Final subdivision plans for Stonewicke Phase II
• Streets include Clover Lane, Maple Lane, Melodie Lane, Lark Avenue, Grandview Road, Hillside Road
• Road right-of-way widths range from 20 to 50 feet
• Paving width noted as 45 feet on one section
• Benchmarks referenced on the plan

4c Zoning Hearing Board

The Hanover Borough Zoning Hearing Board will consider two property-related matters: a variance request for a multi-family dwelling at 41 & 43 McAllister Street and an appeal regarding restrictions from a 2014 board decision at 751 George Street. The board will also accept the resignation of Chairman James Zartman and elect new officers.

• Variance from maximum density for multi-family dwelling at 41 & 43 McAllister Street
• Appeal of zoning officer's determination on 2014 ZHB decision restrictions at 751 George Street
• Acceptance of resignation of ZHB Chairman James Zartman
• Election of officers

5b Hanover Area Fire and Rescue Commission

The commission will meet at the Clover Lane Fire Station to review monthly reports and administrative items. The agenda includes a consent agenda covering April 2024 minutes, fire reports, and financial records.

• Approval of April 2024 Meeting Minutes
• Approval of April 2024 Fire Report
• Review of April 2024 A/P Check Run
• Motion to approve Personnel/HR Policies reviewed by the Solicitor

2 Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee will consider a motion to accept the dedication of the water system extension for the Stonewicke Residential Development, contingent on completion of items in a May 9, 2024 memo. The agenda also includes payment of outstanding borough costs.

• Motion to accept dedication of water system extension for Stonewicke Residential Development
• Payment of all outstanding borough costs (Water Resources, Solicitor, third-party)

3d Water & Sewer Committee

The Water and Sewer Committee will receive a presentation on the Water Supply Safe Yield Study from Gannett Fleming. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment periods.

• Presentation of Water Supply Safe Yield Study by Gannett Fleming
• Approval of minutes from November 9, 2023
• Public comment periods

3c Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee is discussing and the full Council is considering a new ordinance that would comprehensively replace the existing rental property ordinance. The proposed rules require annual licenses, biennial inspections, and tenant registration for most residential rental units, with fees set by Council resolution. The committee will also discuss short-term parking at 108 East Chestnut, loading zones/food trucks, recreational vehicle loading, and rental registration clarification.

• Ordinance No. 2369: comprehensive replacement of rental property ordinance with new registration and inspection requirements
• 108 East Chestnut and intersection of East Chestnut and Railroad Street: short-term parking request
• Loading zones/food trucks: update
• Recreational vehicles: on-street loading/unloading clarification
• Rental registration and inspection: discussion/clarification

4a Stormwater Authority

The Hanover Borough Stormwater Authority is meeting to review financial statements and discuss infrastructure projects. The body will consider issuing a bid request for the Good Field Growing Greener Grant.

• Stormwater improvements on Foxleigh Drive
• Pipe replacement and system ownership at 319 Maple Drive
• Update on Railroad Street Stormwater Capital Project
• Update on Growing Greener Grant for Eisenhower Drive
• Action to approve bid request for Growing Greener Grant (Good Field)

4d Library Board of Governors

This is a procedural meeting of the Guthrie Memorial Library Board of Governors. The agenda includes public comment, approval of prior minutes, committee reports, and updates from the director, fundraising, investment committee, borough manager, YCL, and Friends of the Library. No specific decisions or proposals are listed for discussion.

• Public comment periods at start and end of meeting
• Minutes from previous meeting to be approved
• Reports from Nominating, Honors/Aristotle, and Public Relations committees
• Director's report and Fundraising report
• Borough Manager and YCL updates

4f Shade Tree Commission

The Hanover Borough Shade Tree Commission will hold public hearings on six tree removal requests, consider a citizen's donation of small trees, and review reports from the Public Works Director, Parks & Recreation Director, and Bartlett Tree Experts. The meeting also includes ratification of a permit for a donated cherry tree and field review of several permit applications.

• Public hearings for tree removal at 477 Clearview Road, 118 Fifth Street, 139 Grant Drive, 280 Grant Drive, 511 East Walnut Street, and 937 East Walnut Street
• Citizen inquiry to donate small trees
• Bartlett Tree Experts report with treatment options for trees at 945 Broadway, 1028 Broadway, 139 Carlisle Street, and a Purple Beech planting at Arboretum
• Permit ratified: 136 Carlisle Street – Okame Cherry planted by Public Works, donated by Council of Churches
• Permit applications for field review: pruning at Broadway/Sheppard's 500 Block, removal/replacement at 569 Broadway, planting at 602 McCosh Street, and removal at 649 Broadway

3a Governance and Policy Committee

The Governance & Policy Committee is meeting to review and discuss a draft of the Borough of Hanover Employee Handbook. The committee will also consider scheduling bi-monthly meetings for the remainder of 2024. Public comment is invited.

• Review draft of Borough of Hanover Employee Handbook
• Discussion of employee handbook policy
• Consider bi-monthly meetings for July, September, and November 2024
• Approval of March 4, 2024 minutes

4b Planning Commission

The Hanover Borough Planning Commission will discuss and potentially take action on a final reverse subdivision and land development plan for 23 W. Chestnut Street. The commission will also receive informational reports on recent and upcoming Zoning Hearing Board cases.

• Review and possible action on 23 W. Chestnut Street (YWCA) Final Reverse Subdivision and Land Development Plan
• Informational report on April 15, 2024 Zoning Hearing Board cases
• Informational report on variance request for maximum density at 41 and 43 McAllister Street
• Informational report on appeal of Zoning Officer’s determination at 751 George Street

1 Hanover Borough Council

The Hanover Borough Council will consider approving a maximum parameters debt ordinance to finance the proposed Public Safety and Administrative Complex at 44 Frederick Street. The agenda also includes votes on pension formula changes, a $71,000 settlement for the Sheppard-Myers Dam project, and several land development plans and traffic ordinances.

• Ordinance No. 2364: maximum parameters debt ordinance for Public Safety and Administrative Complex at 44 Frederick Street
• Ordinance No. 2365: revising pension benefit formula for Borough Employees Pension plan
• Settlement agreement and change order for $71,000 with KC Construction for Sheppard-Myers Dam Rehabilitation
• Resolution No. 1410: conditional approval of Cherry Tree V Preliminary Land Development Plan
• Ordinance No. 2366: restricted parking on Eagle Avenue, stop signs on Fame Avenue at Moul Avenue, removal of stop signs on East Walnut Street

5b Hanover Area Fire and Rescue Commission

The Hanover Area Fire and Rescue Commission will consider approving updated proposals for monthly financial oversight from Brown Plus and for Human Resource services from iSolved. The meeting also includes reports on fire activity, finances, and committee updates.

• Motion to approve updated proposal from Brown Plus for monthly financial oversight
• Motion to approve updated proposal from iSolved for Human Resource services
• Approval of March 2024 meeting minutes and fire report
• March 2024 accounts payable check run and treasurer's report
• Reports from Finance & Personnel and Facilities & Apparatus committees

4e Recreation Board

The Hanover Borough Recreation Board will approve minutes and treasurer's reports, hear public comments, and discuss new business including field and pavilion rental requests, park signage, and boat rentals. They will also review the DCNR Comprehensive Plan and receive updates on grants and parks.

• Hanover Diamond Sports field usage at Myers Playground (Apr-Jun, Sep-Nov 2024)
• Samantha Settle rental of Kiwanis Pavilion at Moul Field on May 11, 2024
• Proffer Ministries rental of Wirt Park for Family Fun Fair on June 22, 2024
• Discussion of new park signage
• Discussion on boat rentals at Shephard Myers and Long Arm Dams

2 Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance and Personnel Committee will consider approving a new three-year labor contract with the United Steelworkers union. Other business includes a $71,000 settlement for dam rehabilitation, rental registration and loading zone ordinances, and a kayak rental agreement with Susquehanna Outfitters.

• Approve United Steelworkers labor contract for 2024-2026
• Approve $71,000 settlement and change order for Sheppard Myers Dam Rehabilitation with KC Construction
• Approve advertisement of rental registration and inspection ordinance
• Approve agreement with Susquehanna Outfitters for kayak/canoe rentals at Long Arm and Sheppard Myers reservoirs
• Approve advertisement of 20-minute loading zone ordinances on West and East Side Railroad Street

4c Zoning Hearing Board

The Hanover Borough Zoning Hearing Board will consider a special exception request for a shopping center, mall, or plaza at 301 Eisenhower Drive. The board will also acknowledge the withdrawal of a special exception and variance application for 225 Moul Avenue, which was continued from the March 18 hearing. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes, public comment, and adjournment.

• Special exception request for Shopping Center, Mall, or Plaza at 301 Eisenhower Drive
• Withdrawal of special exception and variance application for 225 Moul Avenue
• Approval of minutes from March 18, 2024 meeting
• Public comment period

4d Library Board of Governors

The Guthrie Memorial Library Board of Governors is holding a regular meeting with committee reports, a director's report, and updates from the borough manager and York County Libraries. The agenda consists of standard procedural items including public comment, approval of minutes, and adjournment.

• Public Comment periods at start and end of meeting
• Minutes from previous meeting to be approved
• Reports from Nominating, Honors/Aristotle, and Public Relations committees
• Fundraising report by Kauffman
• Borough Manager Report by Lewis

Public Works & Facilities Committee (Merged with Enhancement Committee January 2026)

The Hanover Borough Council Public Works & Facilities Committee is meeting to discuss a mini study update on the Tanger Building and High Street sites, and to consider a DEP grant opportunity for a roll-off truck and cardboard dumpsters. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and public comment periods.

• Buchart Horn Mini Study Update: Tanger Building and High Street Sites
• DEP Grant Opportunity: Roll-Off Truck
• DEP Grant Opportunity: Cardboard Dumpsters
• Approval of Minutes: November 8, 2023

4b Planning Commission

The Hanover Borough Planning Commission will discuss and potentially take action on several land development and subdivision plans. The body will also review a special exception application for a property on Eisenhower Drive.

• 23 W. Chestnut Street (YWCA) Final Reverse Subdivision and Land Development Plan
• “Cherry Tree V” Preliminary Land Development Plan
• 28-30 Charles Street Final Subdivision Plan
• 238 Poplar Street (Home City Ice Company) Minor Subdivision Plan
• Special Exception Application for 301 Eisenhower Drive

3c Public Safety Committee

The Hanover Borough Public Safety Committee will consider minutes from March 5, hear public comment, and discuss three main items: safety at 108 East Chestnut and the East Chestnut/Railroad Street intersection, allowing food trucks to use loading zones, and next steps based on rental registration and inspection survey results.

• 108 East Chestnut and intersection of East Chestnut and Railroad Street
• Food trucks: utilizing loading zones
• Rental registration and inspection survey results – next steps

Miscellaneous Public Hearings and Town Halls

The Borough of Hanover is holding a decisional public hearing to consider vacating the alley between 105 and 119/121 Allegheny Avenue. The hearing includes public comment periods before and after the decision. The agenda is otherwise limited to this single item.

• Public hearing on alley vacation between 105 and 119/121 Allegheny Avenue

1 Hanover Borough Council

Hanover Borough Council will consider authorizing preparatory steps to finance a proposed Public Safety and Administrative Complex, including advertising a debt ordinance. The consent agenda includes routine approvals like a lease, bids, permits, and resolutions. The council will also vote on pension plan changes and a traffic ordinance for East Chestnut Street.

• Motion to prepare financing for Public Safety and Administrative Complex
• Resolutions adopting 5-year asset smoothing for three pension plans
• Ordinance to change pension benefit formula to 1.50% multiplier for non-union employees
• Ordinance No. 2363 for traffic regulations on East Chestnut Street
• Consent agenda: bid award for motor oil, Pride Fest permit, police body camera grant, stop sign changes

5b Hanover Area Fire and Rescue Commission

The Hanover Area Fire and Rescue Commission will hear a proposal from Brown Plus for financial oversight services and vote on authorizing the Fire Chief to enter an agreement with Paytime for Time & Attendance, Human Capital Management, and ACA Compliance Module services.

• Presentation of a proposal from Brown Plus for financial oversight services.
• Motion to authorize the Fire Chief to enter an agreement with Paytime for payroll and compliance upgrades.
• Approval of February 2024 meeting minutes, fire report, and accounts payable check run.

4c Zoning Hearing Board

The Hanover Borough Zoning Hearing Board will consider two special exception requests for multi-family dwellings, one at 515 Penn Street and one at 225 Moul Avenue. The 225 Moul Avenue request also includes three variances related to private streets, trash receptacles, and tree removal. The board will also approve minutes from its February 19 meeting and take public comment.

• Special exception for multi-family dwelling at 515 Penn Street
• Special exception for multi-family dwelling (townhouse court) at 225 Moul Avenue
• Variance for private streets meeting Borough public street standards at 225 Moul Avenue
• Variance for common trash receptacles at 225 Moul Avenue
• Variance for prohibition on tree removal at 225 Moul Avenue

4a Stormwater Authority

The Hanover Borough Stormwater Authority will review and discuss the Railroad Street Stormwater Capital Project. The body will also receive updates on several grants and the Gasification Project.

• Railroad Street Stormwater Capital Project review
• Growing Greener Grant updates for Eisenhower Drive and Good Field
• US Army Corp. of Engineering Section 510 Water Resources Grant for Wilson Avenue Stream
• Gasification Project potential action for Letter of Intent

4d Library Board of Governors

The Guthrie Memorial Library Board of Governors is meeting to review committee reports, the director's report, and fundraising updates. They will discuss the Patron Code of Conduct Policy and Locker Policy under old business, and coordinate a townhall on divestment direction under new business. The meeting includes public comment and is largely routine administrative oversight.

• Discussion of Patron Code of Conduct Policy
• Discussion of Locker Policy
• Coordinating a townhall to discuss divestment direction
• Fundraising report by Kauffman
• Borough Manager report by Hill

3b Public Works, Facilities and Enhancement Committee (Formerly Enhancement Committee)

The Public Works, Facilities and Enhancement Committee will meet to discuss streetscape planning and the Hanover Trolley Trail Downtown Connector Study. The meeting includes updates on planning for Doss Alley and 33 and 44 Frederick Street.

• Hanover Trolley Trail Downtown Connector Study presentation by YCEA
• Streetscape Master Planning update
• Planning update for Doss Alley, 33 Frederick St, and 44 Frederick St

4b Planning Commission

The Hanover Borough Planning Commission will review land development plans and provide recommendations for zoning applications. The body is considering a reverse subdivision for the YWCA and a preliminary plan for Cherry Tree V. Two special exception requests for residential developments are also on the agenda.

• Review of YWCA Final Reverse Subdivision & Land Development Plan at 23 W. Chestnut Street
• Review of 'Cherry Tree V' Preliminary Land Development Plan and sewage facilities
• Zoning recommendation for JS Construction, Inc. multi-family dwelling at 515 Penn Street
• Zoning recommendation for Bon Ton Builders townhouse court and three variances at 225 Moul Avenue

3c Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will review a PennDOT traffic study regarding switching stop control at the intersection of Fame Avenue and Moul Avenue. They will also consider advertising an ordinance to extend the loading/unloading zone on Railroad Street, review a parking restriction request for alleyways near 219/221 York Street, and approve a letter of support for a temporary traffic signal at Kindig Lane and High Street.

• Review of PennDOT traffic study for stop control change at Fame Avenue and Moul Avenue
• Advertisement of ordinance to extend loading/unloading zone on Railroad Street
• Review of request to restrict parking in alleyways adjacent to 219/221 York Street
• Approve letter of support for temporary traffic signal at Kindig Lane and High Street

3a Governance and Policy Committee

The Hanover Borough Council Governance & Policy Committee is meeting to approve the minutes from its February 5, 2024 meeting and to approve the agenda for the Borough Council retreat scheduled for March 23, 2024. The agenda also includes public comment periods. No other substantive items are listed.

• Approval of minutes from February 5, 2024
• Approval of agenda for Borough Council retreat on March 23, 2024
• Public comment periods

4f Shade Tree Commission

The Hanover Borough Shade Tree Commission will meet to approve minutes, hear public comment, and discuss Arbor Day 2024 tree plantings. They will hold a public hearing on a tree removal request for 331 East Walnut Street and review permit applications for tree work at several properties.

• Public hearing for tree removal at 331 East Walnut Street
• Arbor Day 2024: flowering tree donated by Garden Club and 4 trees donated by Hanover Auto Team at 109, 228, 232 Baltimore St and Peace Ministries
• Permit ratified: 435 Carlisle Street – pruning 2 trees overhanging public right of way
• Field review: 649 Broadway tree removal due to sewer backups
• Field review: 1028 Broadway tree removal due to vehicular accident and rot

1 Hanover Borough Council

The Hanover Borough Council is meeting to consider a range of items, including a presentation on police accreditation, approval of the consent agenda with numerous contracts and grants, and several ordinances related to fire insurance escrow and parking restrictions. The meeting also includes public comment periods and reports from committees and the mayor.

• Presentation on Police Department Accreditation by Jim Adams of PCPA
• Consent agenda includes approval of bills, financial reports, and appointments to Library Board and HEDC
• CDBG grant increases: Baer Avenue Playground (+$943 to $60,943) and Wirt Park (+$24,000 to $94,000)
• Ordinance No. 2361: Fire Insurance Escrow Law; Ordinance No. 2362: parking restriction near 309 West Hanover Street
• Grant applications: CDBG for Baltimore Street Parking Lot, Green Light Go for Eisenhower Drive & Home Depot intersection ($82,030 match), DCNR Watershed Master Plan ($82,500 match)

2 Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee is reviewing initial results from several joint municipal bids opened on February 7, 2024. Bids cover pre-mixed bituminous paving materials, crushed stone, petroleum products, traffic line painting, snow and ice rock salt, street milling, and chemical products. Proposed successful bidders are indicated for each category, with total costs ranging from about $64,000 for street milling to over $1.7 million for paving materials.

• Pre-mixed bituminous paving materials: proposed bidder York Materials Group at $1,596,596.50
• Crushed stone: proposed bidder York Building Products at $216,212.50
• Snow and ice rock salt: proposed bidder Eastern Salt Company at $375,073.60
• Street milling services: proposed bidder Miller Soil Solutions at $64,669.50
• Chemical products: multiple proposed bidders for Hanover Water Filter Plant, Hanover WWTP, and Penn Township

4e Recreation Board

The Hanover Borough Recreation Board will consider approving prior meeting minutes and treasurer reports, then discuss new business including a watershed recreation grant, playground updates, and several rental requests for Wirt Park and Moul Field. The board will also review the DCNR Comprehensive Plan.

• Valley Forge Restoration Center requests rental of Wirt Park for Fun Day with Jesus on 6/8/24
• Valley Forge Restoration Center requests rental of Wirt Park for Holy Spirit Fall Down Worship on 8/24/24
• UPMC Medical Fitness Center requests rental of Kiwanis Pavilion at Moul Field on 5/22/24
• Discussion on Highland Games rental request for Moul Field Multi-Purpose
• Discussion on free 8-week summer program run by YMCA

Miscellaneous Public Hearings and Town Halls

The Borough of Hanover is holding a public hearing to consider a petition to vacate the alley between 105 and 119/121 Allegheny Avenue. The hearing will include public comment, presentations by the applicant's legal counsel and other parties, and a decision by the Borough.

• Public hearing on alley vacation petition for alley between 105 and 119/121 Allegheny Avenue
• Public comment periods before and after presentations
• Decision on the alley vacation petition

4c Zoning Hearing Board

The Hanover Borough Zoning Hearing Board will meet to approve minutes, elect officers, and consider a special exception and density variance for a multi-family dwelling at 41 McAllister Street. Public comment will be heard.

• Special exception for multi-family dwelling at 41 McAllister Street
• Variance from maximum density at 41 McAllister Street
• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Approval of minutes from November 20, 2023

5b Hanover Area Fire and Rescue Commission

The Hanover Area Fire and Rescue Commission will consider consent agenda items including January meeting minutes, the January fire report, and the January accounts payable check run. Reports from the treasurer, committees, and the Fire/EMS Chief will also be presented.

• January 2024 Meeting Minutes
• January 2024 Fire Report
• January 2024 A/P Check Run
• Treasurer's Report
• Fire/EMS Chief's Report

4b Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss the 'Cherry Tree V' preliminary land development plan. The body will also review a zoning application for a multi-family dwelling and density variance at 41 McAllister Street.

• Zoning application for Special Exception and Variance at 41 McAllister Street
• Discussion of 'Cherry Tree V' Preliminary Land Development Plan
• Deferred review of YWCA Land Development Plans for 23 W. Chestnut Street

3c Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will consider several traffic ordinance changes, including eliminating a 2-hour parking restriction on East Chestnut Street, removing yield signs at two locations, and installing a stop sign on Allewelt Alley. They will also discuss a petition for a 4-way stop at McCosh and Stock Streets and an update on a loading zone request on Railroad Street.

• Eliminate 2-hour parking restriction at 109-113 East Chestnut Street (both sides)
• Remove yield signs on Allewelt Alley at East Chestnut Street and on East Chestnut Street at Grant Drive
• Install stop sign on Allewelt Alley at east side of East Chestnut Street
• Petition for 4-way stop at McCosh Street & Stock Street intersection
• Update on request for loading zone on Railroad Street between Broadway and Bank Lane

3a Governance and Policy Committee

The committee will discuss updates to the weapons policy and plan a Borough Council retreat. The retreat is scheduled for March 23, 2024, and will include discussions on public decorum, fiscal responsibility, and union negotiations.

• Weapons Policy update
• Borough Council Retreat scheduled for 3/23/2024
• Retreat agenda includes Public Decorum Policy and Union Negotiations

4f Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission will discuss planning for Arbor Day 2024, including a flowering tree planting donated by the Garden Club, a proposed tree planting/donation from Kelly Rebert of Hanover Auto Team, and a presentation from Stacy Gautch of Met-Ed. They will also review a permit application for removal of one maple tree at 331 East Walnut Street by the Public Works Department.

• Arbor Day 2024 planning: Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at 10:15 AM, Children's Room 3rd Floor, Guthrie Memorial Library, 2 Library Place
• Flowering tree planting donated by the Garden Club
• Kelly Rebert, Hanover Auto Team – 2024 proposed tree planting/donation
• Stacy Gautch, Met-Ed presentation
• Permit application: removal of one maple tree at 331 East Walnut Street by Public Works Department

1 Hanover Borough Council

The Hanover Borough Council is meeting to consider several financial and administrative items, including ratifying tax lien filings, approving a library lease with the historical society, and accepting water main dedications. The agenda also includes routine consent agenda items and committee reports.

• Ratify tax lien filings totaling $113,461.22 for 2023 and charge 2024 tax collector with $6,434,238.19 collection
• Approve lease and use of Guthrie Memorial Library portion with Hanover Area Historical Society
• Accept water main dedication for Residences on Church with $19,267 maintenance bond
• Accept water main dedication for Gitts Run Road Commercial Development with $20,974 maintenance bond
• Approve street vacation petition for alleyway between 105 and 119-121 Allegheny Avenue

5b Hanover Area Fire and Rescue Commission

The Hanover Area Fire and Rescue Commission will hold its annual board reorganization, electing officers and appointing committee members. The commission will also vote on establishing a separate checking account for EMA funds and approving a Memorandum of Agreement for an Advanced EMT position. Other business includes accepting the December 2023 meeting minutes, fire report, and check run, plus a check presentation from the Michael Krecko Estate.

• Board reorganization: election of Chairperson, Vice Chair, Secretary, and Treasurer
• Motion to approve establishing a checking account for EMA, separating funds from the Commission
• Motion to approve the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) for the position of Advance EMT
• Check Presentation from Michael Krecko Estate
• Consent agenda: December 2023 Meeting Minutes, Fire Report, and A/P Check Run

2 Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee is reviewing a proposed lease agreement that would sublease about 6,500 square feet of the Hanover Public Library to the Hanover Area Historical Society for five years at $3,624 per month. The plan aims to reduce the borough's library costs, which currently include a $297,757 annual subsidy and $666,000 in bond debt payments. The committee will discuss the lease terms and the broader library funding strategy, including potential changes to state funding and municipal contributions.

• Lease agreement with Hanover Area Historical Society: $3,624/month, March 2024–March 2029
• Library divided: ~6,500 sq ft for Historical Society, ~20,000 sq ft for library operations
• Rental price set at $6.67/sq ft to cover $174,314 annual operating costs
• Borough guaranteed over $200,000 from sublease over five years
• Library budget $988,333; borough pays $419,000 for operations plus $666,000 bond debt

4a Stormwater Authority

The Stormwater Authority will review and discuss capital projects for 2024. The body will also receive updates on several grants and the gasification project.

• Review and discussion of 2024 Capital Projects
• Update on Growing Greener Grant for Eisenhower Drive
• Update on Growing Greener Grant for Good Field
• Update on US Army Corp. of Engineering Section 510 Water Resources Grant for Wilson Avenue Stream
• Approval of Letter of Intent (LOI) for Gasification Project

4d Library Board of Governors

The Guthrie Memorial Library Board of Governors is meeting to review committee reports, hear the director's update, and discuss a recommendation to the Hanover Borough Council regarding the lease between the Board and the Hanover Area Historical Society. The meeting also includes reports on fundraising, investments, and library updates.

• Discussion of recommendations to Hanover Borough Council on lease with Hanover Area Historical Society
• Fundraising report by Kauffman
• HPLA Investment Committee report by Hoffacker
• Borough Manager report by Lewis
• YCL report by Miller

4f Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission will hold a public hearing on a tree removal request at 1329 East Walnut Street. The commission will also review a revised draft of a proposed Tree Dedication Program and consider a permit application for planting trees at 280 Grant Drive.

• Public hearing for tree removal at 1329 East Walnut Street
• Revised draft of Tree Dedication Program application and resolution
• Permit application for 4 Kwanzan Cherry trees at 280 Grant Drive, owner paying cost

4b Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss the Cherry Tree V Preliminary Land Development Plan. The body will also review reports on a reverse subdivision at 234 Poplar Street and a conditional use application for 1001 E. Walnut Street.

• Discussion of 'Cherry Tree V' Preliminary Land Development Plan
• Report on 234 Poplar Street LLC Preliminary / Final Reverse Subdivision Plan
• Report on Conditional Use application for 1001 E. Walnut Street

1 Hanover Borough Council

The Council will elect a President and Vice President and swear in newly elected members. The meeting also includes the approval of borough officers and the consideration of Ordinance No. 2360 to levy taxes for the 2024 fiscal year.

• Oath of office for Tim Kress, Scott Roland, Greg Bubb, Charles Hegberg, Darlene Funk, and Ed Lookenbill
• Election of Council President and Vice President
• Approval of borough officers including Manager Margaret Lewis and Solicitor Timothy J. Shultis
• Ordinance No. 2360: Levying real estate tax at 6.37 mills for fiscal year 2024
• Ordinance No. 2360: Setting Per Capita Tax at $0.00