Jefferson Hills, PA

Council

Council

Planning Commission

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in the Borough Council Chambers has been cancelled due to lack of agenda. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council will vote on a range of items, including permanent appointments of two police officers, adoption of ordinances, approval of contracts and agreements, and authorization of grant applications. Notable actions include leasing Borough-owned oil and gas mineral rights to EQT, approving a $477,208 police pension payment, and accepting $50,000 in grant funding for park improvements.

• Lease of oil and gas mineral rights for Parcel No. 883-R-250 and Parcel No. 1005-R-100 to EQT
• Approve 2027 Minimum Municipal Obligation: $477,208 for Police Pension, $3,812 for Service Employee Pension
• Accept $50,000 in CD 52 funding for Beedle Park ADA Accessibility Improvements – Phase 1
• Adopt Resolution 26-2026: GEDTF grant application for $171,000 for Southeast Regional EMS tri-band radios
• Adopt Resolution 27-2026: GEDTF grant application for $317,047.50 for Andrew Reilly Memorial Park Restroom and Concession Stand project

Council

The Borough Council will discuss the leasing of oil and gas mineral rights for two parcels to EQT. The meeting includes reviews of police appointments, pension obligations, and various infrastructure grants and contracts.

• Proposed leasing of oil and gas mineral rights for Parcel No. 883-R-250 and Parcel No. 1005-R-100 to EQT
• 2027 Minimum Municipal Obligation of $3,812.00 for Service Employee Pension and $477,208.00 for Police Pension
• Grant applications for $171,000.00 for Southeast Regional EMS radios and $317,047.50 for Andrew Reilly Memorial Park restrooms
• Payment of $54,065.60 to Allegheny Fence Construction for the Dek Hockey Rink Fence Project
• Purchase of a projector system from Graham River Productions for $11,300.00

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for July 28, 2026, has been cancelled. The notice states the cancellation is due to a lack of agenda.

Council

The Council will consider several motions including grant applications for road rehabilitation and EMS services. The meeting also includes discussions on hiring staff, adopting an artificial intelligence policy, and authorizing property acquisitions.

• Resolution 22-2026: $402,866.10 Multimodal Transportation Fund grant for West Bruceton Road Rehabilitation Project
• Resolution 24-2026: $86,500.00 Local Share Assessment grant for Southeast Regional EMS
• Ordinance No. 925: Condemnation and taking of rights of ways/easements over Parcel No. 1134-J-148
• Quote No. 754410: $5,000.00 for a chemical storage tank at the 837 Pump Station
• Gateway Engineers, Inc.: Up to $46,000.00 for 2026 Paving Program construction administration

Council approved a $150,400 proposal from DesignStream LLC for the Gill Hall Community Center addition/renovation project, subject to solicitor review. They also approved a $5,000 chemical storage tank purchase with a 2-year commitment, and authorized grant applications for road and EMS projects. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $150,400 DesignStream LLC proposal for Gill Hall Community Center project (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 Evoqua chemical storage tank with 2-year purchase commitment at $3.61/gallon (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-2026 authorizing $402,866.10 Multimodal Transportation Fund grant application for West Bruceton Road (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 24-2026 authorizing $86,500 GEDTF grant application for Southeast Regional EMS (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-2026 adopting AI policy (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 925 authorizing eminent domain for parcel 1134-J-148 (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Michael Petroske as Public Works Director (unanimous)
• Approved $46,000 Gateway Engineers work authorization for 2026 Paving Program (unanimous)

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council will hold a regular meeting on July 6, preceded by an agenda meeting on July 1. Key discussions include a resolution to apply for a $402,866.10 Multimodal Transportation Fund grant for the West Bruceton Road Rehabilitation Project, and a motion to adopt an ordinance authorizing eminent domain over parcel 1134-J-148. The council will also consider adopting an AI policy, an e-bike ordinance, and approving contracts for the Gill Hall Community Center project.

• Discussion to adopt Resolution 22-2026 for $402,866.10 Multimodal Transportation Fund grant for West Bruceton Road Rehabilitation Project
• Discussion to adopt Ordinance No. 925 authorizing eminent domain of rights-of-way over Parcel 1134-J-148
• Discussion to adopt Resolution 21-2026 adopting an Artificial Intelligence policy
• Discussion to approve proposal from Designstream LLC for Gill Hall Community Center addition/renovation project
• Discussion to authorize preparation of an ordinance regarding e-bikes

Council discussed a conceptual $1.2 million renovation and expansion of the Gill Hall Community Center (GBU building) and directed staff to prepare a proposal for the next meeting. They also ratified the hire of Luke Nolder as summer help and the recognition of JHFR Admin, Inc. for payroll. No formal votes were taken on the center project or other agenda items; most items were discussions for future action.

• Ratified hire of Luke Nolder as summer help (unanimous)
• Ratified recognition of JHFR Admin, Inc. for payroll (unanimous)
• Directed staff to prepare DesignStream proposal for Gill Hall Community Center for Monday's agenda
• Discussed authorizing advertisement of ordinance to reduce Economic Development Commission from 7 to 5 members
• Discussed adopting AI policy resolution
• Discussed eminent domain ordinance for PICO Pump Station easement
• Discussed applying for Multimodal Transportation Fund grant for West Bruceton Road
• Discussed approving Evoqua chemical storage tank quote

Planning Commission

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for June 23, 2026, has been cancelled due to lack of agenda. No items will be discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled – no agenda items

Council

The Jefferson Hills Council will consider adopting Resolution 20-2026 to implement the 2026 Comprehensive Plan, and Resolution 19-2026 for a conditional use for a wireless communications facility. Other actions include awarding the Lobbs Run Stream Restoration Repair Project ($22,320) and the Year 50 CDBG Demolitions Project ($32,500), appointing members to boards, and approving a tax collector bond.

• Adopt Resolution 20-2026 authorizing the 2026 Comprehensive Plan
• Adopt Resolution 19-2026 regarding conditional use for a wireless communications facility (CU-2-2025)
• Award Lobbs Run Stream Restoration Repair Project to Ecological Restoration, Inc. for $22,320
• Award Year 50 CDBG Demolitions Project to Minniefield Demolition Services, LLC for $32,500
• Approve release and right-of-entry agreement with Keelyn and Tyler Young for Parcel ID 1134-R-135

The council held a regular meeting where various department heads provided administrative updates. Resident comments focused on the TowerCo wireless tower application, the comprehensive plan, and traffic near Tepe Park.

• No substantive votes or legislative decisions were recorded in these minutes.

Council

At this agenda meeting, the council will discuss items for approval at the June 8 regular meeting. Discussions include approving monthly bills and payroll, appointing members to boards and commissions, and several resolutions and contracts. Key business includes adopting the 2026 Comprehensive Plan, a conditional use for a wireless facility, and bids for stream restoration and demolition projects.

• Approve Resolution 19-2026 for conditional use to construct a wireless communications facility (CU-2-2025)
• Purchase a $10,000,000.00 tax collector bond pursuant to state law
• Discuss Lobbs Run Stream Restoration Repair Project (bid opening June 1, 2026)
• Discuss Year 50 CDBG Demolitions Project (bid opening June 2, 2026)
• Adopt Resolution 20-2026 authorizing the 2026 Comprehensive Plan

The council received reports on stream restoration projects, public works savings, and software options for the planning department. No formal votes were taken.

• Stream restoration project bid results reported (recommendation pending)
• Software transition from Geoplan to ArcGIS discussed (options to be presented in July)
• Gill Hall Park equipment and safety surfaces to be installed next week
• Public Works in-house work saved $36,300 year-to-date

Council

The Jefferson Hills Council is holding a public hearing on the comprehensive plan. The agenda includes an overview of the process and plan, followed by public comment. No specific plan details or actions are listed beyond discussion and input.

• Public hearing for the comprehensive plan with overview and public comment

Council conducted a public hearing to gather community input on a draft 10-year Comprehensive Plan. No formal votes or decisions were made during this session; the hearing focused on resident concerns regarding Beedle Park improvements.

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Jefferson Hills Borough Planning Commission scheduled for May 26, 2026, has been cancelled due to lack of agenda. No items will be discussed or decided.

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council will vote on multiple motions including permanent appointments of two police sergeants, adoption of a hazard mitigation plan, and authorization to apply for a $100,042 state grant. Key decisions involve awarding the 2026 Paving Program Contract to Tresco Paving Corporation for $479,010 and initiating an ordinance to amend sewage service charges. The council will also consider condemnation of a parcel for the PICCO pump station project and advertise several public works projects.

• Award 2026 Paving Program Contract to Tresco Paving Corporation, lowest bidder, for $479,010
• Authorize application for Greenways, Trails, and Recreation Program grant of $100,042
• Prepare an ordinance amending residential and non-residential sewage service charges
• Authorize condemnation proceedings for Parcel ID 1134-J-148 for PICCO pump station project
• Permanently appoint Sergeants Bailey Fertig and Nicholas Sell to the police department after probation

The Jefferson Hills Council held a regular meeting on May 11, 2026, with no substantive decisions recorded. The meeting included reports from department heads and a public comment session regarding a proposed park development at Tepe Park, but no votes were taken on agenda items. The meeting adjourned after an executive session.

• Meeting called to order at 7:00 p.m. by President Steffey
• Reports from Fire Chief, EMS, Consulting Engineer, Finance, Public Works, and Police Chief filed
• Police Chief announced Sheriff's Office satellite event for concealed carry permits on May 16
• Police Chief announced 6th Annual Officer Dale T. Provins Memorial Blood Drive on June 7
• Mayor announced Memorial Day service on May 25 at Floreffe Fire Hall
• Solicitor announced executive session after the meeting for pending litigation and personnel matters
• Public comments heard regarding Tepe Park development
• Meeting adjourned after executive session

Council

The Jefferson Hills Council will hold an agenda meeting on May 6, 2026, followed by a regular meeting on May 11. Key items include discussion to adopt the Allegheny County 2026 Hazard Mitigation Plan, amend residential and non-residential sewage service charges, and approve several payments for paving and sewer lining projects. The council will also consider permanent appointments for two police sergeants and appointments to the Civil Service Commission, Economic Development Commission, and Environmental Advisory Council.

• Discussion to adopt Resolution 17-2026 implementing the Allegheny County 2026 Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Discussion to authorize an ordinance amending residential and non-residential sewage service charges
• Approval of payment to Tresco Paving Corporation for $36,646.79 (2025 paving program)
• Approval of work authorization for Gateway Engineers for up to $60,000.00 for PICCO Pump Station construction oversight
• Discussion to permanently appoint Sergeants Bailey Fertig and Nicholas Sell to the police department

Council held an agenda meeting to review proposed actions for the May 11 regular meeting. No formal votes were taken. Topics included the 2026 road program bids (under budget), Tepe Park parking lot design and grant funding, permanent appointments of police sergeants, and commission appointments. A proclamation honoring firefighter Joseph Persichetti was presented.

• Discussed awarding 2026 road program to lowest bidder Tresco Paving; vote scheduled for May 11
• Discussed authorizing Tepe Park Phase 1 parking lot bids; vote scheduled for May 11
• Discussed permanent appointment of Sgt. Bailey Fertig and Sgt. Nicholas Sell
• Discussed maintaining Michael Volpe as part-time public works employee until replacement hired
• Discussed appointments to Civil Service Commission, Economic Development Commission, and Environmental Advisory Council

Planning Commission

The Jefferson Hills Planning Commission meeting scheduled for April 28, 2026, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda. This notice is procedural boilerplate and contains no substantive items, rezonings, or public hearings for resident review.

• Regular meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda

Council

The Jefferson Hills Council is holding a public hearing to consider Conditional Use Application CU-2-2025 for property at 310 Old Clairton Road. The meeting will include applicant presentation, council questions, and citizen comments.

• Conditional Use Application CU-2-2025 for 310 Old Clairton Road

The Council continued the public hearing on a proposed 130-foot Verizon Wireless monopole to April 27, 2026. The meeting concluded at 10:22 p.m. with no final decision made.

• Continued public hearing to April 27, 2026 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:22 p.m. (unanimous)

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council will consider releasing the draft Comprehensive Plan for a 45-day public comment period, adopting a resolution that amends employee salaries for 2026, and accepting public improvements for two subdivisions. Other actions include selling a police vehicle, approving a fireworks sales tent, and authorizing easements for the Montour Trail sidewalk project.

• Release of draft Comprehensive Plan for public review and comment; transmitted to county, school district, and neighboring municipalities
• Resolution 11-2026 amending employee salaries, compensation, and wages for 2026
• Ordinance 923 accepting public improvements of Pleasant Grove Plan of Lots
• Ordinance 924 accepting public improvements of Chamberlain Ridge Phases 2B, 3, 4, and 5
• Sale of 2020 Ford Police Interceptor to Coraopolis for $20,000 and authorization to auction a 2013 Ford Interceptor

The council unanimously approved the sale of a 2020 Ford Police Interceptor SUV to the Borough of Coraopolis for $20,000 and a temporary fireworks sales tent at Parcel ID 767-D-352. It also adopted resolutions to amend employee salaries, recognize Local Government Week, and authorize a grant application for the Andrew Reilly Memorial Park concession stand. Two easement agreements for the Montour Trail Route 51 sidewalk project were approved, and Ordinance 924 for Chamberlain Ridge improvements was adopted subject to a maintenance bond.

• Approved sale of 2020 Ford Police Interceptor SUV for $20,000 (unanimous)
• Approved temporary fireworks sales tent at Parcel ID 767-D-352 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 11-2026 amending employee salaries and wages (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 10-2026 recognizing Local Government Week (unanimous)
• Authorized grant application for Andrew Reilly Memorial Park project (unanimous)
• Approved easement agreement for Montour Trail Route 51 Sidewalk Project, Parcel ID 881-H-70 (unanimous)
• Approved easement agreement for Montour Trail Route 51 Sidewalk Project, Parcel ID 882-E-25, subject to solicitor review (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 924 accepting Chamberlain Ridge Phase 2B‑5 improvements, subject to maintenance bond (unanimous)

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council will consider routine approvals such as monthly bills, payroll, and meeting minutes. It will appoint members to the Civil Service Commission, Economic Development Commission, and Environmental Advisory Council. The council will adopt several resolutions, ordinances, and contracts, including the sale of a police SUV, easement agreements for the Montour Trail, and a heavy hauling permit for pipeline work. A draft Comprehensive Plan will be released for public review.

• Approve sale of 2020 Ford Police Interceptor SUV (Unit #273) to Borough of Coraopolis for $20,000
• Approve Quote No. 02-2026-817704 from ADP LLC for upgraded services at $5,000.04 per year
• Approve easement agreements for Montour Trail Route 51 Sidewalk Project (Parcel IDs 881-H-70 and 882-E-25)
• Approve Heavy Hauling Permit Agreement for pipeline maintenance along Siler Drive and Knight Road for Equitrans, LP
• Adopt Ordinance No. 923 accepting public improvements of the Pleasant Grove Plan of Lots

The council discussed a grant application for the Andrew Reilly Memorial Park concession stand project, a sale of a 2020 Ford police SUV for $20,000, and a reduced‑cost ADP services contract. It also reviewed salary amendments, Local Government Week recognition, several commission appointments, and public‑improvement ordinances. The minutes do not record the final votes or outcomes for these items.

• Discussed Resolution 13-2026 to authorize grant application for Andrew Reilly Memorial Park (outcome not recorded)
• Discussed Resolution 12-2026 to sell 2020 Ford Police Interceptor SUV for $20,000 (outcome not recorded)
• Discussed Quote 02-2026-817704 for ADP services $5,000 per year (outcome not recorded)
• Discussed Resolution 11-2026 to amend employee salaries and wages (outcome not recorded)
• Discussed Resolution 10-2026 to recognize Local Government Week April 20‑24, 2026 (outcome not recorded)
• Discussed appointments to Civil Service Commission, Economic Development Commission, and Environmental Advisory Council (outcome not recorded)
• Discussed Ordinance No. 923 accepting public improvements of Pleasant Grove Plan (outcome not recorded)
• Discussed easement agreement for Montour Trail Route 51 Sidewalk Project (outcome not recorded)

Planning Commission

The commission will consider a recommendation to Borough Council for a final land development plan (SP-1-2026) to build a 3,500‑sq ft warehouse on Cherry Street, lot and block 881‑P‑121 owned by Ned Trbovich. It will also consider approval of a consolidation plan (S‑1‑2026) to merge that parcel with an area of Second Avenue under Borough Ordinance 919. Additionally, the commission will review the Comprehensive Plan recommendations for the borough.

• Recommendation to Council for final land development plan (SP-1-2026) for 3,500‑sq ft warehouse at Cherry Street, lot 881‑P‑121
• Approval of Trbovich Consolidation Plan No. 2 (S‑1‑2026) to combine lot 881‑P‑121 with Second Avenue area per Ordinance 919
• Consideration of Comprehensive Plan review recommendations to Borough Council

Environmental Advisory Council

The Environmental Advisory Council discussed the Draft Comprehensive Plan and suggested wording changes to the tree canopy management program, but no formal action was taken. They reviewed the status of Marcellus gas drilling wells and listed several 2026 green initiatives. The council postponed the cell tower decision until a Conditional Use Hearing. No other decisions were recorded.

• Delayed cell tower vote until Conditional Use Hearing (no vote tally recorded)

Council

The Borough Council will vote on several infrastructure and service contracts, including park improvements and cyber risk reviews. The meeting includes appointments to local commissions and a public hearing advertisement for a conditional use application.

• Purchase and installation of playground equipment and rubber surface at Gill Hall Park for $257,011.00
• Cyber Risk Review by Alternative Network Solution for $10,000.00
• Upgraded administrative services from ADP LLC for an additional $14,908.78 per year
• Work authorizations for Gateway Engineers, Inc. for Beams Run Sewer, Tepe Park, and MS4 Program totaling up to $57,000.00
• Public Hearing advertisement for Conditional Use Application No. CU-2-2025 for 310 Old Clairton Road

The council confirmed that the conditional use hearing for TowerCo's 134‑foot cell tower will be held on April 15, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. No vote tally was recorded. No other substantive actions were taken at this meeting.

• Confirmed April 15, 2026 hearing date for TowerCo cell tower conditional use (no vote tally recorded)

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council will consider and vote on a range of items, including monthly financial approvals, appointments to commissions, and several contracts and projects. Notable decisions include a $257,011 contract to install new playground equipment and a rubber surface at Gill Hall Park, and a subscription for license‑plate‑reader technology for the police department. The council will also adopt resolutions designating local newspapers for legal advertising and approve work authorizations for sewer and park improvement projects.

• Approve Quote J1111025-1 for $257,011 to purchase and install new playground equipment and rubber surface at Gill Hall Park
• Approve ADP LLC Quote No. 02-2026-9265 for additional services costing $14,908.78 per year
• Approve Cyber Risk Review contract with Alternative Network Solution for $10,000 total ($5,000 administration, $5,000 police)
• Ratify subscription agreement with Cyclops Technologies d/b/a Platesmart for ALPR cameras: $4,241 in 2026 and $4,388 in 2027
• Approve Work Authorization for Beams Run Sanitary Sewer Repair Project up to $13,000 (Gateway Engineers, Inc.)

The council presented and adopted a proclamation recognizing the Thomas Jefferson High School Gymnastics Team for its 2026 WPIAL/UPMC championship. Council members delivered reports on fire, EMS, engineering, finance, public works, and police matters. The council reminded residents of a road closure on Chamberlin Road starting March 10 and provided updates on demolition funding and the TowerCo conditional‑use application. No formal votes or approvals were recorded beyond the proclamation.

• Proclamation honoring Thomas Jefferson Gymnastics Team adopted

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider recommendations for a new warehouse on Cherry Street and a wireless communications facility at 310 Old Clairton Road. The body will also review a parcel consolidation plan and a request for a municipal pump station on Maryland Avenue.

• SP-1-2026: Proposed 3,500 sq ft warehouse and driveway on Cherry Street
• CU-2-2025: Wireless communications facility at 310 Old Clairton Road
• S-1-2026: Consolidation of parcel 881-P-121 and vacated area of Second Avenue
• Special Exception request for a municipal pump station on Maryland Avenue
• Discussion regarding the Comprehensive Plan

The commission voted 8-1 to deny the recommendation to Council for Conditional Use Application CU-2-2025 at 310 Old Clairton Road, owned by the West Jefferson School District. A recommendation for the final land development plan SP-1-2026 (Trbovich Garage Building) was tabled until the March meeting. The minutes of the January 27 meeting were approved unanimously. Several residents voiced opposition to the wireless communications facility.

• Denied recommendation for Conditional Use CU-2-2025 (8-1 vote)
• Tabled recommendation for final land development plan SP-1-2026 until March meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Jan. 27, 2026 meeting (unanimous)

Environmental Advisory Council

The Environmental Advisory Council reviewed excerpts of the Comprehensive Plan, including landscaping standards and green‑space concepts. Members also discussed language for the Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance and raised concerns about recreation fees and trail requirements. Updates on the Pearson Road Trail, park trail building, litter‑cleanup initiatives, Marcellus gas wells, and a upcoming U.S. Steel community meeting were presented. No actions were approved, denied, or formally tabled.

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council will consider a series of motions including contract awards, purchases, and appointments. Key decisions involve awarding the PICCO Pump Station Project to Roto-Rooter Services for $645,265 and the Dek Hockey Fence Project to Allegheny Fence Construction for $42,640. The council will also vote on a $39,476.75 purchase of a 4‑ton Asphalt Hot Box and an increased contribution of up to $55,000 to the fire department. Additional items include hiring summer help for Public Works and appointing members to various boards.

• Award PICCO Pump Station Project to Roto-Rooter Services Company for $645,265
• Award Dek Hockey Fence Project to Allegheny Fence Construction Co. Inc. for $42,640
• Purchase a 4‑ton Asphalt Hot Box from Seal Master (quote no. 952508040001) for $39,476.75
• Authorize an increased contribution to Jefferson Hills Fire and Rescue up to $55,000 above budget
• Hire Aidan MacNeil for summer help in the Public Works Department

The council unanimously approved the monthly bills and payroll, hired summer help for Public Works, and authorized an additional fire department contribution of up to $55,000. They appointed Gaitens, Tucceri, and Nicholas, PC as the Planning Commission solicitor and advertised for a Public Works Director. Major contracts were approved, including a $645,265 award to Roto‑Rooter for the PICCO Pump Station, a $39,476.75 purchase of a 4‑ton asphalt hot box, and several engineering and design services.

• Approved monthly bills (unanimous)
• Approved monthly payroll (unanimous)
• Hired Aidan MacNeil for summer Public Works help (unanimous)
• Authorized up to $55,000 extra fire contribution (unanimous)
• Appointed Gaitens, Tucceri, and Nicholas, PC as solicitor (5 yes, 2 abstain)
• Awarded PICCO Pump Station Project to Roto‑Rooter for $645,265 (unanimous)
• Purchased 4‑ton Asphalt Hot Box for $39,476.75 (unanimous)
• Approved $16,700 architectural services for Gill Hall Community Center addition (unanimous)

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council will consider several financial and personnel items, including the purchase of a PICCO Pump Station package for $190,138 and a 4‑ton Asphalt Hot Box for $39,476.75. The council will also discuss increasing the fire and rescue contribution by up to $55,000 and hiring summer help for the Public Works Department. Additional actions include adopting a snow‑emergency declaration and appointing members to various boards and commissions.

• Purchase of PICCO Pump Station Package from Sullivan Environmental Technologies for $190,138.00 (Motion 21)
• Purchase of 4‑ton Asphalt Hot Box from Seal Master (quote no. 952508040001) for $39,476.75 (Item 20)
• Authorize increased contribution to Jefferson Hills Fire and Rescue up to $55,000 above budgeted amount (Item 13)
• Motion to adopt Resolution 03-2026 ratifying the Declaration of Snow Emergency (Item 11)
• Hire Aidan MacNeil for summer help within the Public Works Department (Item 12)

The February 4, 2026 council meeting consisted of roll call, reports from fire, EMS, finance, public works, police, and the mayor, and announcements about a new website feature and a $550,000 state grant for the Peters Creek Road Rehabilitation Project. Recommendations for contract awards and work authorizations were presented, but no votes or approvals were recorded. No substantive actions were formally decided during the meeting.

Planning Commission

The commission will recommend to Council a final land development plan (SP-1-2026) for a 3,500‑sq‑ft warehouse on Cherry Street, owned by Ned Trbovich. It will also recommend a conditional use for a wireless communications facility at 310 Old Clairton Road, owned by the West Jefferson School District. Additional agenda items include adopting a resolution for a preliminary subdivision and handling reorganization nominations.

• Recommendation to Council for final land development plan SP-1-2026 – Trbovich Garage, Cherry Street, 3,500 sq ft warehouse (zoned M‑U)
• Recommendation to Council for Conditional Use Application CU-2-2025 to construct a wireless communications facility at 310 Old Clairton Road (zoned R‑1)
• Adoption of Resolution No. 1‑2026 approving preliminary subdivision SP-1‑2024 Trbovich Garage Building Plan (Council approved Jan 12 2026)
• Consider approval of minutes from the regular meeting on Dec 16 2025
• Reorganization nominations for Chairman, Vice‑Chairman, and Secretary

The Planning Commission re‑elected Chairman David Montgomery, appointed Derek Reckard as Vice‑Chairman and Hynes as Secretary, all unanimously. The minutes from the December 16, 2025 meeting were approved unanimously. Resolution No. 1‑2026 approving a preliminary subdivision for the Trbovich Garage was approved. Two recommendations – the final land‑development plan for the Trbovich Garage and the Conditional Use Application for a wireless communications facility at 310 Old Clairton Road – were both tabled until the February meeting.

• Chairman David Montgomery re‑elected (unanimous)
• Vice‑Chairman Derek Reckard appointed (unanimous)
• Secretary Hynes appointed (unanimous)
• Minutes of Dec 16 2025 approved (unanimous)
• Resolution No. 1‑2026 approving preliminary subdivision SP‑1‑2024 Trbovich Garage approved
• Recommendation for final land‑development plan SP‑1‑2026 Trbovich Garage tabled until February (unanimous)
• Recommendation for Conditional Use CU‑2‑2025 wireless communications facility tabled until February (unanimous)

Environmental Advisory Council

The Environmental Advisory Council elected Rick Moore as Chair, Joey Lynch as Vice‑Chair, and Tom Donohue as Secretary. The council also approved the addition of Nick Horgan as a new member. No other formal decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Elected Rick Moore as Chair
• Elected Joey Lynch as Vice‑Chair
• Elected Tom Donohue as Secretary
• Added Nick Horgan as a new council member

Council

The Borough Council will consider several appointments to local boards and commissions. The meeting includes votes on development deeds for Patriot Pointe and Washington Square, as well as a grant writing contract. Council will also discuss a conditional use application for 310 Old Clairton Road.

• Ordinance No. 922 accepting deeds for Patriot Pointe (Phases 1, 2, 3, 3B) and Washington Square (Phases 1, 2A, 2B, 3)
• Grant writing contract with Novus Strategies for $3,000 monthly ($36,000 annually)
• Payment of $26,303.29 to Tresco Paving Corporation for 2024 Road Program
• Preliminary approval of Trbovich new garage building land development plan (SP-1-2024)
• Public hearing advertisement for Conditional Use Application No. CU-2-2025 at 310 Old Clairton Road

The council adopted Ordinance 922, accepting deed dedication for the Patriot Pointe and Washington Square development phases. It also approved the 2026 agreement with the West Jefferson Hills School District for police services, a $3,000‑per‑month grant‑writing contract with Novus Strategies, and several appointments to borough boards. All motions passed unanimously.

• Adopted Ordinance 922 to accept deeds for Patriot Pointe and Washington Square (unanimously)
• Approved 2026 agreement with West Jefferson Hills School District for police services (unanimously)
• Approved grant‑writing services contract with Novus Strategies, $3,000 per month (unanimously)
• Approved monthly bills (unanimously)
• Approved monthly payroll (unanimously)
• Adopted MOU between borough and Police Chief Ronald Dziezgowski (unanimously)
• Appointed Gloria Koehlinger to Zoning Hearing Board (unanimously)
• Tabled motion to purchase PICCO Pump Station Package (unanimously)

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council will consider a range of items, including adopting Ordinance No. 922 to accept dedication deeds for the Patriot Pointe and Washington Square development phases. The council will also discuss a purchase of a PICCO Pump Station Package from COSTARS, approve a $26,303.29 payment to Tresco Paving for 2024 road work, and consider amendments to agreements with Hercules LLC. Several board appointments and routine approvals of bills, payroll, and meeting minutes are also on the agenda.

• Adopt Ordinance No. 922 to accept deeds for Patriot Pointe and Washington Square developments
• Discuss purchase of the PICCO Pump Station Package from COSTARS (amount not listed)
• Approve payment of $26,303.29 to Tresco Paving Corporation for 2024 Road Program work
• Approve second amendments to the settlement and access agreements with Hercules LLC
• Appoint members to the Zoning Hearing Board, Recreation Board, Planning Commission, and other borough commissions

The council voted to elect Melissa Steffey as President, Kevin Polick as Vice President, and Diva Mares as President Pro Tempore. Each election was carried unanimously. No other substantive actions or approvals were recorded at this meeting.

• Elected Melissa Steffey as Council President (unanimous)
• Elected Kevin Polick as Vice President (unanimous)
• Elected Diva Mares as President Pro Tempore (unanimous)