Jefferson Hills public meetings in 2023

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council is holding a special meeting to take final action on the 2024 budget and to adopt a resolution setting the 2024 real estate tax rate at 5.66 mills. The tax rate is split among general, fire, and ambulance funds. This is the final approval step for the borough's annual spending plan and property tax levy.

• Motion to approve the 2024 Borough of Jefferson Hills budget in its final form
• Resolution 39-2023 establishing the 2024 base real estate tax rate at 5.66 mills (General 5.226 mills; Fire 0.355 mills; Ambulance 0.079 mills)

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council is holding its regular voting meeting on December 11, 2023. The agenda includes routine approvals of bills, payroll, and minutes, as well as several personnel actions, appointments, and advertisements for board vacancies. Notable items include a vote on an ordinance to authorize eminent domain for the PICCO Pump Station Project, a resolution to adjust the capital reserve fund balance, and multiple motions to distribute funds to emergency services.

• Ordinance No. 904: authorizes condemnation of Parcel ID 1134-J-116 (Maryland Avenue) for PICCO Pump Station Project
• Resolution No. 38-2023: rescinds prior capital reserve resolution, sets new reserve fund balance at 40%
• Resolution No. 35-2023: amends 2024 fee schedule
• Resolution No. 36-2023: amends 2024 employee salaries and wages
• Motion to approve sale of 2013 Ford Explorer for $3,500.00

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council is holding a regular voting meeting with a lengthy agenda covering personnel actions, ordinances, resolutions, and financial approvals. Key items include a proposed ordinance to take property by eminent domain for the PICCO Pump Station Project, setting the 2024 real estate tax rate, and approving various payments and contracts.

• Ordinance No. 904: authorize eminent domain of Parcel ID 1134-J-116 (Maryland Avenue) for PICCO Pump Station Project
• Ordinance No. 905: set 2024 real estate tax rate at 7.66 mills or 8.66 mills (two versions listed)
• Resolution No. 35-2023: amend 2024 fee schedule
• Resolution No. 36-2023: amend 2024 employee salaries and wages
• Approve sale of 2013 Ford Explorer for $3,500.00

Environmental Advisory Council

There is no agenda available for this Environmental Advisory Council meeting. The record indicates that no items are scheduled for discussion.

Recreation Board

This meeting has no agenda available; it is procedural only. The board will review minutes, with no specific items listed for decision or discussion.

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council will hold a regular voting meeting with multiple action items, including approving the preliminary 2024 budget, increasing garbage/recycling fees, and awarding several contracts. The agenda also includes routine approvals of bills, payroll, and minutes, as well as appointments and equipment purchases.

• Preliminary 2024 Borough budget approval
• Garbage/recycling fee increase to $80.00/quarter or $86.45/quarter effective Jan 1, 2024
• Janitorial services contract to Three Guys Cleaning, LLC for $95,580.00 over 3 years
• Natural gas agreement with Snyder Brothers, Inc. at $5.39 per Dekatherm for 3 years
• Police contract with PlateSmart Technologies for 6 cameras at $3,474.00 total

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council will hold a regular voting meeting on November 8, 2023, to discuss and vote on a range of administrative and operational items. Key actions include approving the preliminary 2024 budget, setting resident fees for the new garbage/recycling contract, and awarding several contracts for services and equipment. The agenda also includes routine approvals of bills, payroll, and minutes, as well as appointments and resolutions.

• Discussion to approve the preliminary 2024 Borough Budget
• Discussion of resident fees for new Garbage/Recycling Contract beginning January 2024
• Award Janitorial Services bid to Three Guys Cleaning, LLC for $95,580.00 over 3 years
• Approve Natural Gas Agreement with Snyder Brothers, Inc. at $5.29 per Dekatherm for 3 years
• Adopt Resolution 30-2023 granting preliminary approval to Deer Hollow Plan Phase 1 revision

Environmental Advisory Council

There is no agenda available for this Environmental Advisory Council meeting. The record indicates that no items were scheduled for discussion.

Planning Commission

The Jefferson Hills Planning Commission is meeting to consider several subdivision and lot line revision plans, including a pre-application presentation by Maronda Homes for a land development at the Zora Property. The commission will also vote on recommendations for three subdivision/consolidation plans and rescind a previously approved lot line revision.

• Pre-application presentation by Maronda Homes for Zora Property at Old Clairton Road and Elliot Road
• Resolution No. 23-2023 rescinding approval of Griffiths and Williams Lot Line Revision (S-16-2022)
• Resolution No. 24-2023 approving Graham/Villa Lot Line Revision (S-3-2023)
• Resolution No. 25-2023 approving Ludwig/Fox Lot Line Revision (S-2-2023)
• Recommendation for Deer Hollow Plan Phase 1 subdivision (S-4-2023) to create five lots from three

Recreation Board

This meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda available and directs readers to review the minutes.

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council is holding a regular voting meeting with a lengthy agenda of administrative and financial items. Key actions include hiring and appointing police officers, approving contracts for animal control, fencing, and signage, and adopting resolutions for state pension aid and community development grants. The meeting also includes reports from various borough departments and boards.

• Motion to hire for Park Laborer position in Public Works
• Permanent appointment of Officer Nicole Honick as full-time police officer
• Conditional offer to Ronald Naylor III as Probationary Patrol Officer
• Renew two-year contract with Hoffman's Boarding Kennels for animal control at $4,200/year
• Resolution No. 22-2023: distribute $349,673.29 in state pension aid

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council will hold a regular voting meeting on October 4, 2023, to discuss and vote on a range of administrative and financial items. These include approving monthly bills and payroll, hiring for a park laborer position, making police appointments, and authorizing several contracts and payments for projects such as road work and park upgrades. The agenda also includes resolutions for state aid distribution and community development block grant applications.

• Hire for Park Laborer position in Public Works Department
• Permanent appointment of Officer Nicole Honick as full-time police officer
• Renew contract with Hoffman's Boarding Kennels for animal control at $4,200/year
• Adopt Resolution No. 22-2023 for pension state aid distribution of $349,673.29
• Award $9,591.20 to L & M Fencing for Tepe Field fence replacement

Environmental Advisory Council

This meeting of the Jefferson Hills Environmental Advisory Council has no published agenda. The only guidance is to review the minutes, so the meeting is likely procedural or administrative in nature.

Recreation Board

The Jefferson Hills Recreation Board meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that no agenda is available and directs readers to review the minutes.

• No agenda items listed

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council will hold a regular voting meeting with multiple motions, including approving a $309,843.66 payment for the 2023 Road Program, authorizing police vehicle purchases for 2024, and renewing a printer service contract. The agenda also includes routine approvals of bills, payroll, and minutes, as well as several other administrative and public works items.

• Approve Application for Payment No. 2 to Morgan Excavating, LP for $309,843.66 for 2023 Road Program
• Authorize police department to place 2024 police vehicle orders under state contracts
• Renew Ford Office Technologies printer/copier/fax service for 36 months at $1,065.00/month
• Reappropriate $6,000 from Traffic Signs to AEDs for three additional AED units
• Distribute $22,467.00 in remaining 2022 fire taxes to Jefferson Hills Fire Rescue

Council approved the monthly bills, payroll, and the hiring of a probationary patrol officer. The board also authorized advertising for a Park Laborer position and nominated a representative for the SHACOG Franchising Authority Board.

• Approved monthly bills (unanimous)
• Approved monthly payroll (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 9 and August 14, 2023 meetings (unanimous)
• Approved advertising for Park Laborer position (unanimous)
• Approved conditional employment offer to Tyler Newman as Probationary Patrol Officer (unanimous)
• Nominated Mr. Montgomery as representative to the SHACOG Franchising Authority

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council is holding a regular voting meeting with several personnel actions, including offering the Finance Director position and a probationary patrol officer position, plus approving payments and contracts. Key items include a $309,843.66 payment for the 2023 Road Program, a $22,467 fire tax distribution, and a $1,065/month printer service contract. The agenda also includes resolutions for an emergency plan and a SHACOG representative, plus various equipment and facility agreements.

• Motion to offer Finance Director position, subject to background check and clearances
• Conditional offer to Probationary Patrol Officer, contingent on physical/psychological exam and MPOETC certification
• Resolution 19-2023: appoint representatives to SHACOG Franchising Authority Board
• Resolution 21-2023: adopt Borough Emergency Operation Plan
• Approve Application for Payment No. 2 to Morgan Excavating, LP: $309,843.66 for 2023 Road Program

Council unanimously appointed Brian Haberstock as Finance Director. The board also discussed a potential recreation partnership involving a hockey rink and various pending budget and personnel items.

• Appointed Brian Haberstock as Finance Director (Unanimous)

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council is holding a special meeting to consider appointing a Finance Director. The agenda includes a motion to appoint someone to the position, along with standard procedural items like the pledge, roll call, and public comments.

• Motion to appoint Finance Director

Council was unable to vote on the appointment of a new Finance Director because a quorum was not present. The vote on the position has been rescheduled for the agenda meeting on September 6th.

• Tabled appointment of Finance Director due to lack of quorum

Planning Commission

The Jefferson Hills Planning Commission will consider approving two lot line revisions between adjoining property owners on Stettler and Check Drives, and vote on rescinding a previously approved lot line revision on Scotia Hollow Road. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and a resolution for a subdivision plan.

• Resolution No. 11-2023: Council approval of Hidden Oaks Consolidation and Subdivision Plan (S-1-2023)
• S-2-2023 Ludwig/Fox Lot Line Revision at 3215 Check Drive and 318 Stettler Drive
• S-3-2023 Graham/Villa Lot Line Revision at 118 and 202 Stettler Drive
• Motion to rescind S-16-2022 Griffiths & Williams Lot Line Revision at 2020 & 2028 Scotia Hollow Road

The Planning Commission approved two preliminary and final consolidation plans for lot line revisions on Stettler Drive. The commission also voted to rescind a previous approval for a lot line revision on Scotia Hollow Road.

• Approved preliminary and final consolidation plan S-2-2023 for Ludwig/Fox Lot Line Revision (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary and final consolidation plan S-3-2023 for Graham/Villa Lot Line Revision (unanimous)
• Rescinded approval of preliminary and final consolidation plan S-16-2022 for Griffiths & Williams Lot Line Revision Plan (unanimous)
• Approved March 28, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council is holding its regular voting meeting with a full agenda of administrative and financial actions. Key items include police personnel changes, a new regional garbage/recycling contract, and approval of several payments for public works projects. The meeting also includes routine approvals of bills, payroll, and prior meeting minutes.

• Motion to recognize Sgt. Robert Welsh's retirement after 33 years and promote Officer Shawn Revis to Sergeant
• Motion to award SHACOG Joint Garbage/Recycling/Leaf Waste Collection Bid for 2024-2028
• Motion to approve $116,940 payment to C. Crump, Inc. for Lobbs Run Stream Restoration
• Motion to approve $188,571.28 payment to Morgan Excavating for 2023 Road Program
• Motion to adopt Resolution 19-2023 for CDBG/HOME cooperation with Allegheny County

Council approved a garbage, recycling, and leaf waste collection contract with Westmoreland Landfill Supply. The board also made several police department personnel changes and appointed an acting Borough Manager.

• Awarded garbage/recycling/leaf waste bid to Westmoreland Landfill Supply for 2024-2028 (6-1)
• Permanently appointed Officers Terrence Murphy and Benjamin Olsen (unanimous)
• Promoted Officer Shawn Revis to Sergeant (unanimous)
• Recognized Sergeant Robert Welsh on his retirement (unanimous)
• Appointed Michael Glister, PE as acting Secretary/Borough Manager (unanimous)
• Appointed John Albrecht to the Civil Service Commission for a term ending Dec 31, 2028 (unanimous)
• Approved advertising for the Finance Director position (unanimous)
• Approved monthly bills, payroll, and previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council is holding a regular voting meeting with a full agenda of administrative and financial items. Key actions include awarding a multi-year garbage/recycling/leaf collection contract, recognizing a retiring police sergeant, promoting an officer, and approving several payments for road and stream projects. The meeting also includes presentations from an architect and on the SHACOG waste collection bids.

• Award SHACOG Joint Garbage/Recycling/Leaf Waste Collection Bid for Jan 1, 2024 – Dec 31, 2028
• Recognize Sergeant Robert Welsh on retirement after 33 years with police department
• Promote officer to Sergeant; permanently appoint Officers Terrence Murphy and Benjamin Olsen
• Approve $116,940 final payment to C. Crump, Inc. for Lobbs Run Stream Restoration
• Approve $188,571.28 payment to Morgan Excavating for 2023 Road Program

McLean Architects presented a study for expanding the Borough Building to address severe square footage deficiencies in the police department. The proposal includes a two-story addition and internal reconfiguration of lobby spaces to improve workflow and ADA accessibility. No formal votes were taken on the proposal during this meeting.

Environmental Advisory Council

This meeting has no agenda available. The only item listed is 'No Agenda,' directing readers to review the minutes. No decisions or discussions are scheduled for this meeting.

The council reviewed a temporary concrete batch plant permit and discussed air quality concerns regarding the US Steel Clairton Coke Works. Members also discussed baseline studies for the Sarah well pad and plans to alert residents about abandoned gas wells.

• Proposed social media post to alert residents to notify borough of abandoned/orphaned gas wells
• Reviewed application letter for temporary concrete batch plant permit

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council is holding its regular voting meeting on July 10, 2023. Key actions include authorizing negotiations to buy the South Hills Dek Hockey property for up to $400,000, moving $2 million to a higher-interest account, and approving several contracts and appointments. The agenda also includes routine approvals of bills, payroll, and prior meeting minutes.

• Authorize negotiations to purchase South Hills Dek Hockey property for up to $400,000 with $1,000 hand money
• Move additional $2,000,000 to PLGIT account for higher interest earnings
• Adopt Ordinance No. 902 setting fees for delinquent sewer and garbage accounts
• Recommend Jet Jack, Inc. for Sanitary Sewer Lining Project – Year 17 – Contract B at $167,940 (Borough share $56,125)
• Approve $10,000 work authorization to Gateway Engineers for voting district mapping

Council appointed the law firm Gaitens, Tucceri & Nicholas, P.C. as the Borough Solicitor. The meeting also included the presentation of a student proclamation and police service awards.

• Appointed Gaitens, Tucceri & Nicholas, P.C. (GTN) as Borough Solicitor (5-2)
• Denied motion to table the appointment of Borough Solicitor (2-5)
• Approved proclamation for Thomas Jefferson High School student poll workers (unanimous)
• Approved Distinguished Service Awards for Officers Michael Halterlein, Bailey Fertig, and Benjamin Olsen (unanimous)

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council is holding its regular voting meeting on July 5, 2023. Key items include authorizing negotiations to buy South Hills Dek Hockey for up to $400,000, moving $2 million to a higher-interest account, and approving several contracts and appointments. The agenda also includes routine approvals of bills, payroll, and minutes, plus proclamations and recognitions.

• Authorize negotiations to purchase South Hills Dek Hockey for up to $400,000 with $1,000 hand money
• Move up to $2,000,000 to PLGIT account for higher interest earnings
• Adopt Ordinance No. 902 adding fees to delinquent sewer and garbage accounts
• Recommend award of Sanitary Sewer Lining Project – Year 17 – Contract B to Jet Jack, Inc. for $167,940 (Borough share $56,125)
• Approve $10,000 work authorization to Gateway Engineers for voting district mapping

The meeting consisted of discussions on agenda items for future action. No formal votes were recorded for the proposed ordinances, appointments, or contracts.

• Discussed potential $400,000 purchase of South Hills Dek Hockey property
• Discussed moving an additional $2,000,000 to PLGIT account for interest
• Discussed recommending Jet Jack, Inc. for $167,940 sewer lining project
• Discussed $10,000 work authorization for Gateway Engineers for voting district mapping
• Discussed Ordinance No. 902 regarding delinquent account fees for sewer and garbage
• Discussed appointments for Police Pension Advisory Committee and Borough Solicitor
• Discussed routine maintenance for 837-pump station wet well
• Discussed drafting a letter to WESA to request an engineers' meeting regarding odor issues

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council will vote on multiple ordinances, resolutions, and contracts, including changes to no-parking areas, temporary sign permits, and the sale of two borough vehicles. The agenda also includes park improvements, demolition grants, and several appointments and proclamations.

• Ordinance No. 900 amending no-parking areas by street
• Ordinance No. 901 requiring separate permits for temporary sign designs
• Sale of 2008 Ford F-250 for $5,100 and 2013 Ford Explorer for $5,000
• Resolution No. 15-2023: $60,350 Act 152 grant for demolitions at 102 Arch St, 1412 Worthington Ave, 1420 High Rd, 613 Cochran Mill Rd
• Quote #88011: $53,199 for batting tunnels at Andrew Reilly Memorial Park

Council approved several ordinances regarding parking and signage, authorized the sale of two borough vehicles, and approved funding for batting tunnels at Andrew Reilly Memorial Park. The board also authorized a grant application for the demolition of four blighted structures and initiated a title search to expand Lobb’s Run Park.

• Approved sale of 2008 Ford F-250 for $5,100 and 2013 Ford Explorer for $5,000 (4-2)
• Approved $53,199 for batting tunnels at Andrew Reilly Memorial Park (5-1)
• Authorized $60,350 Act 152 Grant application for demolitions at four properties (5-1)
• Declared structures at 102 Arch St, 1412 Worthington Ave, 1420 High Rd, and 613 Cochran Mill Rd as blighted (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 900 to modify no-parking areas by street (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 901 requiring separate permits for each temporary sign design (Unanimous)
• Appointed Dr. Judith Kaufmann to the Environmental Advisory Council (Unanimous)
• Tabled appointment of Borough Solicitor for 30 days or less (Unanimous)

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council will hold a regular voting meeting on June 7, 2023, to discuss and vote on a range of items including monthly bills, payroll, minutes, appointments, ordinances, resolutions, and contracts. Key actions include adopting ordinances on no-parking areas and temporary sign permits, selling two used vehicles, approving grant applications for demolitions, and approving payments for infrastructure projects.

• Ordinance No. 900 amending no-parking areas by street
• Ordinance No. 901 requiring separate permits and fees for temporary signs
• Sale of 2008 Ford F-250 for $5,100 and 2013 Ford Explorer for $5,000 via auction
• Resolution No. 15-2023: Act 152 Grant application for $60,350 for demolitions at 102 Arch St, 1412 Worthington Ave, 1420 High Rd, 613 Cochran Mill Rd
• Approval of $53,199 for batting tunnels at Andrew Reilly Memorial Park

Council discussed the discovery that the Borough may not own several parcels of Lobb's Run Park, which are currently held by two private owners and Peoples Gas Company. Members agreed to a formal title search and investigation into acquiring the land while allowing minor, non-structural court painting to proceed.

• Proposed formal title search of Lobb's Run Park to identify and acquire parcels
• Discussed adopting Ordinance No. 900 to modify no-parking areas by street
• Discussed adopting Ordinance No. 901 requiring separate permits for each temporary sign design
• Discussed Resolution No. 14-2023 to sell a 2008 Ford F-250 for $5,100 and a 2013 Ford Explorer for $5,000
• Discussed Resolution No. 17-2023 to amend 2023 seasonal employee wages
• Discussed settlement of National Casualty Co. v. Jefferson Hills Borough at no cost to the Borough
• Discussed MOU between Police Department and Allegheny Intermediate Unit-Mon Valley School regarding the Safe Schools Act

Environmental Advisory Council

The Jefferson Hills Environmental Advisory Council meeting has no agenda available. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes.

• No agenda items listed

The council discussed potential aluminum pollution in Mineral Run and reviewed conflicting benzene data from US Steel and the Environmental Integrity Project. No formal votes were taken, but the council identified the need for more data before issuing an opinion on air quality.

• Determined Mineral Run discoloration was likely aluminum from past mining
• Deferred opinion on Mon-Valley benzene pending further data from EIP and US Steel
• Proposed using the borough Facebook page to announce glass recycling and cleanup events
• Identified one available appointment position for the council

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council is holding its regular voting meeting with several action items, including approving bills, payroll, and minutes, as well as hearing presentations on the 2021 audit and U.S. Steel's environmental compliance. Key decisions include adopting an ordinance to standardize park hours and lighting, authorizing negotiations to purchase South Hills Deck Hockey for up to $500,000, and entering into opioid settlement agreements. The meeting also includes routine administrative motions and reports from various borough officials.

• Motion to adopt Resolution No. 13-2023 authorizing settlement agreements with opioid distributors and manufacturers, and joining the Pennsylvania Opioid Misuse and Addiction Abatement Trust
• Motion to adopt Ordinance No. 899 amending park ordinances to provide uniform hours of operation and lighting requirements
• Motion to authorize negotiations to purchase South Hills Deck Hockey for an amount not to exceed $500,000.00
• Motion to approve Amendment to Articles of Agreement with Cargill, Inc. extending rock salt agreement six months with storage option of $10.00 per ton after December 31, 2023
• Motion to award municipal trash and sewer payment processing and bill collection services contract (contractor name not specified in agenda)

Council discussed the potential purchase of a dek hockey facility for approximately $500,000 to expand borough recreation. The Recreation Board voted in support of the purchase, while residents provided conflicting testimony via email and public comment regarding the use of funds.

• Recreation Board voted in support of the Borough moving forward with the purchase of the dek hockey facility

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council is holding its regular voting meeting with a substantial agenda. Key items include authorizing negotiations to purchase South Hills Deck Hockey for up to $500,000, adopting a resolution to join the Pennsylvania Opioid Misuse and Addiction Abatement Trust settlements, and amending park ordinances for uniform hours and lighting. The council will also hear the 2021 audit presentation, receive an update from U.S. Steel on environmental compliance, and consider several routine approvals including monthly bills, payroll, and prior meeting minutes.

• Authorize negotiations to purchase South Hills Deck Hockey for up to $500,000
• Adopt Resolution No. 13-2023 for opioid settlement agreements with McKesson, Cardinal Health, and others
• Adopt Ordinance No. 899 amending park hours, lighting, and penalties
• Presentation of 2021 Audit by Steven Niedenberger, CPA
• Authorize sending 2013 Ford Explorer #257 to Perryopolis Auto Auction

The meeting was largely procedural, with no final votes taken. A resident strongly objected to a proposed $500,000 expenditure for a dek hockey rink, calling it wasteful. Council discussed budget projections showing potential tax increases in 2024-2025 due to rising costs, but took no action. Several sets of minutes from prior meetings were discussed with corrections noted but not approved.

• No votes taken on any agenda items; all discussions were preliminary
• Minutes from April 5, 2023, April 10, 2023, September 12, 2022, December 12, 2022, and April 10, 2023 discussed but not approved
• 2021 audit presentation postponed due to auditor absence
• U.S. Steel presentation cancelled due to no-show
• Special meeting on 2024 budget discussed but not scheduled

Environmental Advisory Council

This meeting has no agenda available. The Environmental Advisory Council will only review the minutes from prior meetings. No decisions or discussions are scheduled.

The council heard a presentation from the Environmental Integrity Project regarding benzene spikes in the Mon Valley. Borough Manager John Stinner agreed to draft a letter regarding these concerns for council review. Members also discussed layout preferences for the upcoming borough website.

• Appointed Dave Graffam as a new member
• Accepted resignation of Terry Ackman
• Agreed to draft a letter regarding benzene monitoring for EAC review
• Scheduled remaining 2023 meetings for May, June, September, October, and November

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council will hold its regular voting meeting on April 10, 2023, with a lengthy agenda of motions, resolutions, and ordinances. Key items include adopting two zoning ordinances, awarding a $651,465 paving contract, and authorizing police officer testing. The council will also consider several smaller contracts, payments, and personnel actions.

• Adopt Ordinance No. 897 amending zoning for Planned Residential Development and Mixed-Use District sign regulations
• Adopt Ordinance No. 898 rezoning lot/block 1134-C-200 from R-2 to Commercial District
• Award 2023 Paving Program to Morgan Excavating, LP for $651,465
• Approve $5,144.80 settlement from Waste Management for Pinecrest Estates roadway work
• Authorize police department to advertise and test for full-time police officer eligibility list

Council awarded a major paving contract to Morgan Excavating and approved two zoning ordinances. The board also authorized several public works projects, including new pickleball courts and a benzene emission investigation request to the EPA.

• Awarded 2023 Paving Program contract to Morgan Excavating, LP for $651,465.00 (6-1-1)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 897 amending zoning standards for Planned Residential Development and Mixed-Use District (6-1)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 898 rezoning lot 1134-C-200 from R-2 Residential to Commercial (6-1)
• Approved $10,370.00 for three pickleball courts at Lobbs Run Park and in-house basketball court resurfacing (unanimous)
• Authorized letter to EPA urging investigation of benzene emissions in Mon Valley (unanimous)
• Approved $5,144.80 settlement from Waste Management of Pennsylvania Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved RFP for Borough Solicitor (6-1)
• Approved $7,740.00 to resurface Gill Hall Park pickleball court (unanimous)

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council is holding its regular voting meeting, where it will discuss and potentially approve a range of items including monthly bills and payroll, several contracts, and multiple memorandums of understanding. A presentation on the Synthomer Chemical Title V air quality permit is scheduled, and the council will consider awarding contracts for pension counsel, a new borough-wide telephone system, and a natural gas supplier.

• Presentation on Synthomer Chemical Title V air quality permit
• Award contract to Third Generation for new borough-wide telephone system: $9,499 setup, $580.23/month
• Authorize 5-year natural gas supply contract with Integrity Brokerage at lowest current market rate
• Approve MOU between JHPD and West Jefferson Hills School District under Safe Schools Act
• Approve MOU with AHN for psychiatric social worker to assist police in crisis situations

Council reviewed a $615,000 paving bid from Tresco Paving Corporation and discussed a proposed cell tower at the TJ football stadium. No final decision was made on the tower, as the Borough secured a 30-day extension from TowerCo to continue its investigation. Other items discussed included a new police therapy dog program and a telephone system upgrade.

• Recommended awarding 2024 paving program to Tresco Paving Corporation for $615,000
• Tabled natural gas supplier contract with Integrity Brokerage
• Discussed $9,499 installation and $6,962.76 annual fee for Third Generation telephone system
• Discussed $6,428 camera network expansion at Tepe Park
• Discussed $7,000 roof replacement for 885 Concession Stand
• Discussed part-time police therapy dog program with $1,500 annual insurance cost
• Discussed MOU for AHN Social Worker to assist police with individuals in crisis
• Discussed amending Ordinance No. 901 regarding temporary posters

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council meets to approve monthly bills, payroll, and minutes. Key decisions include adopting zoning ordinances, approving a $281,395 sewer maintenance bid, and authorizing payments for park improvements and IT security. The council also discusses personnel changes and public safety matters.

• Adopt Ordinance No. 898 to rezone Lot and Block 1134-C-200 from R-2 to Commercial (C) District
• Recommend award of $281,395 bid to Robinson Pipe Cleaning Company for SHACOG O&M CCTV Year 13 Project
• Authorize $9,349.46 payment to David Davis Communications for access control and surveillance cameras
• Approve $6,000 total payment to Pyrotecnico Fireworks Inc. for Community Day display
• Grant final plan approval to Hidden Oaks Consolidation and Subdivision Plan SP-9-2022

Council held an agenda meeting to discuss air quality monitoring results in the Mon Valley and a proposed $651,465 paving contract. No final votes were taken on the listed agenda items, as the meeting served to prepare items for the subsequent regular meeting.

• Proposed award of $651,465 paving contract to Morgan Excavating LP (Option 2)
• Proposed $7,740 resurfacing of Gill Hall Park pickleball court
• Proposed installation of three pickleball courts at Lobbs Run Park for $10,370
• Proposed $9,349.46 for additional surveillance cameras at Borough Building
• Proposed $3,948 annual subscription for Mimecast email protection
• Proposed $6,000 total payment to Pyrotecnico Fireworks Inc. for Community Day
• Proposed $20,500 and $17,600 flow isolation program proposals from Drnach and ADS Environmental

Planning Commission

The Jefferson Hills Planning Commission will consider recommending approval for two plans to Borough Council. The first is a final subdivision plan for the Hidden Oaks Consolidation, which would combine four parcels into 14 single-family lots and a new public street. The second is a final land development plan for additions and alterations to the Steel Center for Career and Technical Education, including two building additions.

• Final subdivision plan S-1-2023 (Hidden Oaks) at Klein Road and Gill Hall Road, creating 14 single-family lots
• Final land development plan SP-1-2023 for Steel Center C.T.E. at 565 North Lewis Run Road, with two building additions (approx. 1,347 sq. ft. and 4,500 sq. ft.)
• Approval of minutes from the February 28, 2023 regular meeting
• Public comments from borough residents and taxpayers
• Next meeting scheduled for Tuesday, April 25, 2023

The Planning Commission approved recommendations to Council for a subdivision plan and a land development project. The commission also approved the minutes from the February 28, 2023 meeting.

• Approved recommendation to Council for Hidden Oaks Consolidation and Subdivision Plan (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to Council for Steel Center C.T.E. additions and alterations (unanimous)
• Approved February 28, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Environmental Advisory Council

The Jefferson Hills Environmental Advisory Council meeting has no published agenda. The only available material is the meeting minutes, so no specific decisions or discussions are listed for this session.

• No agenda items listed

The council discussed a $2M DCNR grant for Beedle Park and the impact of the Clairton Coke Works battery shutdown. Members reviewed updates on gas drilling, abandoned mines, and the Mon-Fayette Expressway. No formal votes were recorded.

• Proposed EAC letter of support for $2M Beedle Park DCNR grant
• Discussed placing an air quality monitor at Jefferson Hills Intermediate School
• Reviewed petition filed by Group Against Smog and Pollution with EPA regarding Clairton Coke Works

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council will hold a regular voting meeting with multiple motions, including permanent appointment of a police officer, recognition of a retiring officer, hiring for a Community Relations Coordinator, adoption of an Emergency Operations Plan, and several contracts for auditing, maintenance, and emergency notification systems. The agenda also includes resolutions for park grants and a sewage facilities module, plus various engineering work authorizations and street opening permits.

• Permanent appointment of Officer Jacob Moldovan as full-time police officer
• Adoption of Emergency Operations Plan
• Purchase of RAVE Mobile Safety emergency notification system for $13,600 over 3 years
• Award of Andrew Reilly Park ADA upgrades Phase 4 bid to Nick Pollice Plumbing & Construction, LLC for $53,360
• Street opening permits for Pennsylvania American Water to install water mains on Waterman Road and Springhouse Drive

Council awarded a multi-year auditing contract to Maher Duessel and approved the purchase of the RAVE Mobile Safety emergency notification system. The board also hired a new Community Relations Coordinator and approved several infrastructure and park renovation projects.

• Awarded auditing services for 2022-2025 to Maher Duessel (6-1)
• Approved RAVE Mobile Safety emergency system and panic button app for $21,100 total (unanimous)
• Hired Caitlin Moyer Dinardo as full-time Community Relations Coordinator (unanimous)
• Approved $53,360 contract to Nick Pollice Plumbing & Construction for Andrew Reilly Park ADA upgrades (unanimous)
• Approved temporary maintenance contract with ABM for $1,653.82 per month (6-1)
• Adopted the Borough Emergency Operations Plan (unanimous)
• Approved permanent appointment of Officer Jacob Moldovan (unanimous)
• Authorized grant application for Beedle Park Phase 3 Project (unanimous)

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council is holding its regular voting meeting with a full agenda of administrative approvals and contract awards. Items include a permanent police officer appointment, adoption of the Emergency Operation Plan, and several public works and park improvement contracts with specific dollar amounts.

• Permanent appointment of Officer Jacob Moldovan as full-time police officer after probationary period
• Adoption of Borough Emergency Operation Plan
• Temporary maintenance contract with ABM for municipal complex temperature control at $1,653.82/month
• Purchase of RAVE Mobile Safety emergency notification system, 3-year contract totaling $13,600
• Bid award to Nick Pollice Plumbing & Construction, LLC for Andrew Reilly Park ADA upgrades at $53,360

Council reviewed the Borough's Emergency Operation Plan and discussed several public safety and infrastructure contracts. The meeting included a detailed report on library achievements and a police warning regarding a recent spike in vehicle thefts.

• Discussed adoption of Emergency Operation Plan
• Discussed appointment of Officer Jacob Moldovan as full-time officer
• Discussed $1,653.82/month maintenance contract with ABM for HVAC
• Discussed 3-year agreement for on-site 'pay by card' machine
• Discussed $7,100 purchase of Edmunds Escrow Module
• Discussed $13,600 three-year contract for RAVE Mobile Safety notifications
• Discussed $7,500 three-year RAVE Mobile Safety PANIC BUTTON app
• Discussed $53,360 contract to Nick Pollice Plumbing for Andrew Reilly Park ADA upgrades

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the January 24, 2023 meeting. A recommendation to Council regarding the Hidden Oaks Consolidation and Subdivision Plan was tabled until the March meeting.

• Approved January 24, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled recommendation to Council for S-1-2023 Hidden Oaks Consolidation and Subdivision Plan

Environmental Advisory Council

This meeting has no agenda available. The council will likely review minutes only, with no substantive items for discussion or decision.

The council received updates on the East Palestine derailment and local railroad safety protocols. Members discussed the implementation of a conflict-of-interest policy and the use of hybrid meetings for Sunshine Act compliance. No formal votes were recorded.

• Decided to continue functioning as a hybrid meeting to remain compliant with the Sunshine Act

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council will vote on routine approvals and several notable items, including moving $2,000,000 to a PLGIT account for higher interest, ratifying a 3-year license plate recognition software agreement with Platesmart Technologies, and authorizing a public hearing for rezoning a property on Scotia Hollow Road from R-2 to C-1. The agenda also includes appointments, resolutions, and work authorizations for engineering services.

• Transfer $2,000,000 to PLGIT account for higher interest earnings
• Ratify 3-year Platesmart license plate recognition software agreement, total annual cost $4,800
• Authorize advertising and public hearing for rezoning lot 1134-C-200 on Scotia Hollow Road from R-2 to C-1
• Adopt Resolution 05-2023 giving rental preference to emergency service agencies
• Approve $8,000 work authorization for revised voting district mapping

Council approved a license plate recognition software agreement for the police department and moved $2 million into a PLGIT account for higher interest. Several Gateway Engineers work authorizations were approved for mapping, GIS, and park projects. Council also authorized the sale of public works equipment and initiated a rezoning process for a lot on Scotia Hollow Road.

• Approved $2M transfer to PLGIT account (unanimous)
• Approved 3-year Platesmart LPR software agreement at $4,800 annual cost (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 05-2023 for emergency service member rental preference (5-1)
• Approved appointment of Jeffrey Donatelli to Zoning Hearing Board (unanimous)
• Authorized sale of one asphalt paver and one roller via Municibid (unanimous)
• Authorized public hearing for rezoning lot 1134-C-200 to C-1 Commercial (unanimous)
• Approved five Gateway Engineers work authorizations totaling $37,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 03-2023 for Steel Center CTE preliminary plan approval (unanimous)

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council will hold a regular voting meeting on February 8, 2023, to discuss and vote on a range of administrative and policy items. Key actions include approving monthly bills and payroll, appointing a Zoning Hearing Board member, advertising vacancies, and authorizing several resolutions. The most consequential item is the proposed rezoning of a property on Scotia Hollow Road from residential to commercial, which will require a public hearing.

• Rezoning of lot/block 1134-C-200 along Scotia Hollow Road from R-2 to C-1
• Move $2,000,000 to PLGIT account for higher interest earnings
• Approve four Gateway Engineers work authorizations totaling up to $32,000
• Advertise RFP for auditing services for fiscal years 2022-2025
• Authorize sale of asphalt paver and roller on Municibid

Council held an agenda meeting to discuss several resolutions, including moving $2 million to a high-interest PLGIT account and a $4,800 annual license plate recognition software agreement. The meeting also featured a presentation from West Jefferson Hills School District Superintendent Dr. Janet Sardon regarding district growth and facility plans.

• Proposed moving $2,000,000 to PLGIT account for 4.69% interest
• Proposed $4,800 annual subscription for 'Platesmart' LPR software
• Proposed $8,000 payment to Gateway Engineers for voting district mapping
• Proposed $11,000 for 2023 Operations and Maintenance support (Gateway Engineers)
• Proposed $8,000 for 2023 GIS assistance (Gateway Engineers)
• Proposed $5,000 for 2023 Paving Program administration (Gateway Engineers)
• Proposed $8,000 for Beedle Park soccer field design and grant prep (Gateway Engineers)
• Proposed preliminary plan approval for Steel Center CTE (SP-3-2022)

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council is holding a tentative agenda review for its February 13 regular meeting, discussing a range of administrative, financial, and policy items. Notable items include a proposed rezoning, a license plate recognition software contract, and several engineering work authorizations.

• Rezoning of lot 1134-C-200 along Scotia Hollow Road from R-2 to C-1
• 3-year Platesmart license plate recognition software agreement, $4,800 annual cost
• Move $2,000,000 to PLGIT account for higher interest
• Advertise RFP for auditing services for FY 2022-2025
• Approve $8,000 for revised voting district mapping

The meeting focused on discussions for several resolutions, including a $2 million transfer to a high-interest account and a new license plate recognition system. Council also reviewed preliminary plan approval for the Steel Center CTE and discussed updated voting district maps.

• Discussed moving $2,000,000 to PLGIT account for 4.69% interest
• Discussed $4,800 annual contract for 'Platesmart' LPR software
• Discussed preliminary plan approval for Steel Center CTE (SP-3-2022)
• Discussed $8,000 payment to Gateway Engineers for revised voting maps
• Discussed $11,000 for 2023 Operations and Maintenance support
• Discussed $8,000 for 2023 GIS assistance
• Discussed $5,000 for 2023 Paving Program administration
• Discussed $8,000 for Beedle Park soccer field design and grant prep

Environmental Advisory Council

This meeting has no agenda available. The only item listed is a note directing readers to review the minutes. No decisions or discussions are scheduled for public review.

The Environmental Advisory Council reorganized its leadership and agreed to hold all future meetings via Zoom or MS Teams. Members discussed gas well proximity to local sites and the need for a strategic plan to guide research.

• Appointed Rick Moore as Chairperson
• Appointed Alexandra Hakala as Vice Chairperson
• Decided to rotate the Secretary position on a monthly schedule
• Agreed to hold all meetings entirely on Zoom or MS Teams
• Agreed to develop a strategic plan for research and position recommendations

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council will hold a regular voting meeting with several motions, including approving bills, payroll, and minutes. Key actions include appointing members to various boards and commissions, authorizing a body-worn camera grant for the police, and approving multiple equipment purchases and contract payments. The agenda also includes a motion to approve a DEP access authorization for environmental remediation at no cost to the borough.

• Lease-purchase of 2023 Weiler P285 paver ($229,600) and Caterpillar CB34 Roller ($79,595) from Cleveland Brothers
• Purchase of 2024 Peterbilt truck chassis ($130,060) from Hunter Truck Sales
• Payment of $87,709 to U.S. Municipal Supply for truck bed and snow removal upfit
• Final payment of $171,522.37 to Insight Pipe Contracting for sewer lining project
• Adoption of Resolution No. 01-2023 for police body-worn-camera grant program

Council appointed members to the Civil Service Commission, Planning Commission, Recreation Board, Zoning Hearing Board, Board of Library Directors, and Environmental Advisory Council. The board also approved several vehicle and equipment purchases for public works and police, and authorized a body-worn-camera grant program.

• Approved $229,600 Weiler P285 paver and $79,595 Caterpillar CB34 Roller (unanimous)
• Approved $130,060 purchase of 2024 Peterbilt truck chassis (unanimous)
• Approved $87,709 for truck bed and snow removal upfit (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 for police uniform shirts (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 01-2023 for Body-Worn-Camera Grant Program (unanimous)
• Approved advertising full-time Community Relations Coordinator position (6-1)
• Appointed Chief Ron Dziezgowski as Third Deputy Emergency Management Coordinator (unanimous)
• Approved $20,000 in total work authorizations for Gateway Engineers, Inc. (unanimous)

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council is holding a regular voting meeting to discuss and vote on routine administrative items, including approving monthly bills and payroll, making appointments to boards and commissions, and authorizing several equipment purchases and contract payments. Notable actions include a lease-to-purchase agreement for a paver and roller, purchase of a truck chassis, and final payments for sewer lining and road program work.

• Lease-to-purchase 2023 Weiler P285 paver for $229,600 and Caterpillar CB34 Roller for $79,595 from Cleveland Brothers under COSTARS contract
• Purchase 2024 Peterbilt truck chassis for $130,060 from Hunter Truck Sales under COSTARS contract
• Pay $87,709 to U.S. Municipal Supply for truck bed and snow removal upfit under COSTARS contract
• Approve final payment of $171,522.37 to Insight Pipe Contracting for SHACOG sewer lining project
• Approve final payment of $28,271.63 to A. Liberoni for 2022 Road Program

The council met for an agenda meeting to discuss upcoming votes on equipment purchases, board appointments, and environmental remediation. No substantive votes were taken during this session; the meeting served to review items for a future voting meeting.

• Tabled WESA board advertisement after discovering existing terms expire in 2024 and 2025
• Discussed lease-to-purchase of a Weiler P285 paver ($229,600) and Caterpillar CB34 Roller ($79,595)
• Discussed purchase of a 2024 Peterbilt truck chassis ($130,060)
• Discussed $87,709 payment to U.S. Municipal Supply for truck bed and snow removal upfit
• Discussed DEP authorization for environmental remediation on parcel #23-764-P-50 at no cost to Borough
• Discussed appointment of Chief Ron Dziezgowski as Third Deputy Emergency Management Coordinator
• Discussed two Gateway Engineers work authorizations not to exceed $10,000 each
• Discussed Resolution No. 01-2023 for the Allegheny Police Chiefs Inc. Body-Worn-Camera Grant Program

Zoning Hearing Board

The Jefferson Hills Zoning Hearing Board is meeting, but the agenda contains no items for discussion or decision. This is a procedural-only meeting with nothing scheduled for the board to act on.

The Zoning Hearing Board held a re-organization meeting to fill leadership roles and appoint legal counsel for the 2023 term. All appointments were approved unanimously.

• Appointed Paul Calise as Chairman (unanimous)
• Appointed Michael Bohnert as Vice Chairman (unanimous)
• Appointed Daniel Chiacchia as Secretary (unanimous)
• Appointed attorney Matthew Racunas as Board Solicitor (unanimous)