Manheim public meetings in 2024

Borough Council

The Manheim Borough Council will consider final approval of the 2025 budget and a tax ordinance increasing the millage rate from 5.14 to 5.70. Other notable items include a fee schedule with no changes, selection of a code enforcement officer, and approval of a traffic light maintenance agreement. The meeting also includes routine reports and a potential executive session for personnel or litigation.

• Approve Tax Ordinance 689 increasing property tax rate from 5.14 to 5.70 mills
• Approve the 2025 Borough Budget
• Resolution 50-2024 adopting 2025 fee schedule with no changes from 2024
• Code Enforcement Officer selection: Justin Holland effective January 6, 2025
• Addition of ADA compliance widget to Manheim Borough website at $1,100 annually

The council approved the 2025 budget and a tax ordinance raising the millage from 5.14 to 5.70, overriding the mayor's veto with a unanimous roll-call vote. They also approved several routine items, including bill payments, a traffic maintenance agreement, and an ADA compliance widget. The council tabled discussion on the lap pool replastering and a feasibility study until January 14, 2025.

• Approved 2025 budget (unanimous)
• Approved Tax Ordinance 689, millage increase to 5.70 (6-0, veto overridden)
• Approved 2025 Fee Schedule, no changes (unanimous)
• Approved $48,552.76 General Fund bills (unanimous)
• Approved $350/year Emergency Management Training reimbursement (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Traffic Maintenance Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved $1,100 ADA compliance widget (unanimous)
• Approved $1,939 Savvy Citizen app renewal (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will consider the 2025 Budget and Tax Ordinance 689. The body is also discussing filling two police officer vacancies via the Civil Service process following a resignation.

• Payment of bills: General Fund ($215,800.88) and Capital Fund ($13,136.18)
• Authorization to begin Civil Service process for two police officer vacancies
• Advertising of 2025 Budget and Tax Ordinance 689
• Resolution 49-2024 regarding Right To Know Law Policy
• Special event applications for 1st Thursdays 2025, Baron Brew Fest 2025, and A Walk in The Park

Borough Council

The Manheim Borough Council will consider the draft 2025 budget, including a request to transfer ARPA funds to the Capital Fund for project allocations. The council will also vote on Resolution 48-2024 to appoint Zoning Hearing Board members, discuss a permanent Christmas tree in Manheim Square, and review drainage projects on East High Street and a security reduction at 35 N. Oak Street.

• Resolution 48-2024 appointing Zoning Hearing Board members
• Permanent Christmas Tree in Manheim Square discussion
• Draft budget with request to transfer ARPA balance into Capital Fund for 2025 projects
• E High Street drainage changes (CO No. 6 and AFP No. 7)
• 35 N. Oak Street Security Reduction No. 1

Borough Council

Council will consider approving bills totaling $1,495,249.26, three resolutions for pension plan changes and banking, and authorizing advertisement for a Codes Compliance Officer. They will also discuss public works projects including Market Square design, covered bridge repairs, and sidewalk extensions, and receive reports from the mayor and police chief.

• Approval of bills totaling $1,495,249.26 (General Fund $558,837.43, Capital Fund $936,411.83)
• Resolution 45-2024: Borough Pension Plan name change
• Resolution 46-2024: Truist Bank addendum for legal entity
• Authorize advertisement for Codes Compliance Officer position
• Fire Police request for Santa Run event

Borough Council

The council will consider several resolutions including police budget approval and a proposal with Rapho Township, as well as opening a hiring process for a new officer after January 1, 2025. They will also vote on resolutions for borough manager/secretary designation, appointment of an open records officer, bank depositories, and HMGP agent designation. A special event application for Boos & Brews Run/Walk and authorization to advertise an ordinance adding stop signs at N. Clay St & Twilight Dr are on the agenda. The council will also discuss a letter from Stevens Feed Mill Extension.

• Payment of bills: General Fund $194,213.52, Capital Fund $3,057.80
• Police budget approval including proposal to Rapho Township
• Open hiring process for new Rapho officer after Jan 1, 2025
• Resolution 44-2024: 2024 HMGP Designation of Agent
• Authorize advertisement of ordinance to add stop signs at N. Clay St & Twilight Dr

Borough Council

The Borough Council will discuss infrastructure projects including the S. Oak Street Bridge demolition and Hershey Drive drainage. The body is also reviewing a Planning Commission recommendation for Stiegel School apartments and a Zoning Ordinance for the Lancaster County planning commission.

• Payment of bills: General Fund $425,125.22, Capital Fund $72,594.65, and Liquid Fuels $175,167.52
• Planning Commission recommendation for Stiegel School apartments
• S. Oak Street Bridge demolition schedule discussion
• East High St drainage CO #5
• Ordinance 688 No Parking Amendment

Borough Council

The Manheim Borough Council will consider a corrected estimate and updated timeline for the new Borough Hall/EMS building, review a final official statement for bond issuance, and hold a public hearing on a lead paint appeal. Other items include payment of bills totaling over $182,000, approval of event applications, and discussion of pool field door access.

• Public hearing on Edward Yohn's lead paint appeal
• Payment of bills: General Fund $79,533.41, Capital Fund $102,971.62
• Resolution 40-2024 (MMO)
• Baron Invitational Public Street application and MCSD Girls soccer BBQ event application
• Bond issuance – final official statement/addendum; new Borough Hall/EMS building updated timeline & corrected estimate

Borough Council

The Borough Council will consider payments totaling $134,579.15 from the General and Capital Funds. The body will also discuss a bond issuance following an 'AA-' rating from S&P Global Ratings.

• General Fund bill payments of $88,221.83
• Capital Fund bill payments of $46,358.32
• Handicap application for 26 N Charlotte St
• No Parking Signs for W Gramby St and Hart St
• Special event application for Ford Drive 4 UR school

Borough Council

The Manheim Borough Council will consider approving bills totaling over $134,000, hear public comments on Quick Ticket and trash late payment fees, and receive updates on the Market Square Improvement Project, no parking signs, and ARPA funds transfer. A bond issuance for series 2024 GO bonds has been assigned an 'AA-' rating by S&P Global Ratings.

• Payment of bills: General Fund $88,221.83 and Capital Fund $46,358.32
• Public comments on Quick Ticket fee (Francis Brewer) and trash late payment fee (Susan O Heater-Ruth)
• Handicap parking application at 26 N Charlotte St
• No parking signs on W Gramby St and Hart St
• Market Square Improvement Project update and bond issuance with 'AA-' rating

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hold a TEFRA hearing and discuss bond parameters and allocations for a new Borough Hall and EMS facility. The meeting includes a review of bill payments totaling $269,660.08 and a zoning dispute from Dakota Dart.

• Resolution 39-2024: Bond allocation to EMS portion of New Facility
• Ordinance 687: Bond Parameters
• General Fund bill payments of $265,983.11 and Capital Fund payments of $3,676.97
• Ordinance 688: Proposed 'No Parking' signs on Adele Ave
• Zoning ordinance Section 220-6 & 7 dispute by Dakota Dart

Borough Council

The Manheim Borough Council will review financial reports and police staffing updates. The agenda also includes discussions on park improvements and street applications.

• Removal of 15-20 parking spaces on Adele Ave for a school bus lane
• Veterans Memorial Sign installation totaling $1,584.00
• Time extension request for Stevens Feed Mill at 222 S Main St
• NWEMS building acquisition Option 3 plan and cost estimate

Borough Council

The council will discuss the NWEMS building acquisition and the Borough Manager position. The agenda also includes East High Street drainage improvements and a National Night Out application.

• Authorization of an agreement with KCI for the Market Square Improvement Project
• NWEMS building acquisition plans and cost estimates
• East High Street drainage improvements presentation
• National Night Out special event application
• General Fund bill payments of $149,286.78 and Capital Fund payments of $63,558.49

Borough Council

The Council will consider authorizing an agreement with KCI for the Market Square Improvement Project. Members will also review plans and cost estimates regarding the NWEMS building acquisition. Other items include drainage improvement reports and zoning inspections.

• Authorize agreement with KCI for Market Square Improvement Project
• Review NWEMS building acquisition plans and cost estimates
• E High St drainage improvements report
• National Night Out special event application
• Commonwealth Code Zoning and Rental Inspections

Borough Council

The council will consider a request to begin civil service hiring for a second police officer vacancy. The agenda also includes proposals for pool field concession door replacements and camera options. Additionally, the council will review special event applications and appointments.

• Request to open second civil service hiring for a police officer vacancy
• $7,099.00 proposal for Pool Field Concession double door replacement
• $3,475.00 camera options for the pool and pool field
• Appointment of Donald Kupres as Deputy Emergency Management Coordinator
• Stars and Stripes Run/Walk Special Event Application review

Borough Council

Manheim Borough Council will vote on several administrative and financial items, including appointing Jim Williams as interim borough manager at $45/hour, promoting a sergeant based on test rankings, and approving bill payments totaling over $137,000. The council will also consider appointments, resignations, and authorizations for planning and engineering work.

• Appoint Jim Williams as Interim Borough Manager at $45/hr effective 5/30/2024
• Sergeant promotion based on test rankings; potential open corporal position
• Payment of bills: General Fund $103,513.17, Capital Fund $34,402.07
• Authorize KCI to amend scope/schedule for Market Square Improvement Project
• Accept resignations from Adrin Vargas and Jim Williams

Borough Council

The Manheim Borough Council is meeting to approve minutes, hold a public hearing on a CDBG grant application, and hear visitor requests including a library's Small Games of Chance license and a Market Square update. They will also consider bills, police officer hiring and promotions, a change in local services tax collection, and discuss the Market Square improvement project and other old business.

• CDBG Grant Application Public Hearing
• Library request for Small Games of Chance License approval
• Officer hiring and promotions
• LST Collection change from Berkheimer to LCTCB
• Market Square Improvement Project public workshop scheduled for May 15

Borough Council

The council will address the resignation of Borough Manager Jim Fisher and authorize advertising for a replacement. Discussion items include updates on the Market Square Improvement Project, the NWEMS building acquisition, and various park developments.

• Acceptance of Jim Fisher's resignation as Borough Manager effective May 29, 2024
• East High Drainage Phase II: CO #2 ($3,164.00), CO #3 ($2,022), and AFP #3 ($62,874.00)
• NWEMS building acquisition: estimated cost of $47.5K for a new generator and transfer switch
• Market Square Improvement Project survey deadline of May 4th
• Financial reports including $166,923.20 for the General Fund and $20,058.19 for the Capital Fund

Borough Council

Manheim Borough Council will vote on accepting Borough Manager Jim Fisher's resignation effective May 29, 2024, and authorize advertising for his replacement, with consideration of an interim manager. The council will also act on police-related items including a tuition reimbursement request, actions from an executive session on holidays, and new hire updates. Other business includes approving bills, event applications, and updates on the Market Square Improvement Project and NWEMS building acquisition.

• Accept resignation of Borough Manager Jim Fisher effective May 29, 2024
• Authorize advertising for Borough Manager position and consider interim manager
• Anthony Martelle – Request for Tuition Reimbursement approval per police contract
• Payment of bills: General Fund $166,923.20, Capital Fund $20,058.19, ratified $11,557.36 and $827.12
• CO #2 ($3,164.00) and CO#3 ($2,022) for E High Drainage Phase II

Borough Council

Manheim Borough Council is meeting to approve bills, hear public comments, and discuss several projects. Key items include deciding on pool repairs (temporary vs. permanent), awarding a CDBG contract, and updating the Market Square improvement project. The meeting also includes reports from the mayor, police, and committees.

• Pool repairs: permanent $41,185 or temporary $19,825; replastering ~$120,000
• CDBG bid award to LB Construction Enterprises, $177,681.00
• Market Square improvement: approve brochure, survey, concept plan, schedule May 15 workshop
• Concession stand door locks: $6,697.25 card access or $2,681 dusk/dawn system
• Retaining wall at pool field: ~$9,000 materials, $1,500 tree removal

Borough Council

The Manheim Borough Council is meeting to handle routine approvals, hear public comments, and discuss several key items. The most consequential action is authorizing the purchase of the NWEMS building for up to $869,500, along with related renovation cost estimates and financing options. The council will also review the status of the Rental Property Ordinance and consider new business like lap pool repairs and concession stand door locks.

• Authorize agreement of sale for NWEMS building, not to exceed $869,500
• Authorize hiring personnel for renovation cost estimates for NWEMS building
• Authorize financial consultant to prepare financing options for purchase and renovations
• Status update on Ordinance 687 - Rental Property Ordinance
• 2024 Street Bids and CDBG Application discussion

Borough Council

The Manheim Borough Council will vote on Ordinance 687, which repeals the lead-based paint inspection requirement for rental properties, and hear public comments on reimbursement for prior inspections. The council will also vote on Ordinance 686 to expand the Planning Commission and consider special event applications and a policy change for public participation via Zoom.

• Vote on Ordinance 687 - Rental Property Ordinance (repealing Article II Lead-Based Paint Inspections)
• Public hearing on reimbursement for lead inspections completed before ordinance change
• Vote on Ordinance 686 - increasing Planning Commission size to 8
• Special event applications: Cottage and Vine, Boutique 1780, Farm Show Parade
• Payment of bills: General Fund $145,994.14, Capital Fund $22,062 and $2,169

Borough Council

The Manheim Borough Council is meeting to consider routine approvals, including bills and minutes, and to discuss several operational items. Notable actions include a request to hire a new police officer, authorization to advertise paving and CDBG projects, and discussion of a rental property ordinance amendment regarding lead-based paint inspections. The agenda also includes special event applications and a public hearing on a property at 146 S Hazel St.

• Request to hire Samantha Heise as a Police Officer
• Authorization to advertise paving and CDBG projects
• Discussion of Rental Property Ordinance Article II Lead-Based Paint Inspections
• Special event applications from Set Point Tennis, VFW, and Chiques Church
• Payment of bills: General Fund $291,401.30, Capital Fund $5,777.84 and $398.14 (police donations), Ratified $2,894.87

Planning Commission

The Manheim Borough Planning Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving prior meeting minutes. The main substantive item is a discussion of zoning ordinance revisions under new business. Public comment is limited to agenda items, with a general comment period at the end.

• Approval of 12/18/2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion of zoning ordinance revisions

Borough Council

The Manheim Borough Council will review financial bills, special event applications, and professional service contracts. The meeting includes updates on the Market Square Improvement Project and the NWEMS building acquisition process.

• Market Square Improvement Project update regarding mid-block crosswalk and parking
• Land Studies contract for stream/raingarden maintenance totaling $27,375
• JVI Group AFP #2 invoice for $116,678 (CDBG) and $57,633 (Borough)
• Resolution 29-2024 to appoint Lindsey Kirchner as Assistant Zoning Officer
• General Fund bill payments totaling $250,636.31

Borough Council

The Manheim Borough Council will vote on hiring a new police chief, allocating ARPA funds for capital projects, and several zoning and ordinance matters. The agenda also includes public hearings on a mural, trash fees, and a subdivision plan.

• Approval of employment offer to OIC Sgt. Jason Riggle as Police Chief
• Allocation of ARPA funds for 2024 stormwater, street, and sidewalk capital projects
• Conditional approval of proposed mural subject to Historic and Planning Commission reviews
• Approval of contractor invoice Pay App #3 to Flyway Excavating for $12,935.00
• Discussion of rental property ordinance and inspections

Borough Council

The Manheim Borough Council is meeting to approve minutes, pay bills totaling over $264,000, and discuss reports from the mayor, police, and staff. New business includes appointing a planning commission member, approving staff attendance at a public works event, and considering a time extension for the Stevens Feed Mill land development plan. The council will also hold an executive session regarding police personnel.

• Resolution 28-2024: Appointment of Steve Gergely to Planning Commission
• Approval for PW crew to attend public workers day at Farm Show
• Stevens Feed Mill Land Development Plan Time Extension
• General Fund bills: $242,653.44; Capital Fund bills: $21,862.48
• Executive session on police chief/law enforcement officer positions

Borough Council

The Manheim Borough Council is holding its annual reorganization meeting to swear in elected officials, elect a Council President, Vice President, and President Pro-tempore, and appoint committee members. The council will also approve a series of resolutions appointing various officers and officials, including the Secretary, Treasurer, Solicitor, and Engineer, and will consider a $424,583 grant for the Hamaker Rd storm drainage project. The meeting includes routine items such as approving minutes, bills, and memberships.

• Swearing in of Council Members Steve Gergely, Jared Zeamer, Keith Hatfield, and Jared Longenecker
• Election of Council President, Vice President, and President Pro-tempore
• Approval of 27 resolutions appointing officers, officials, and committee members
• $424,583 grant award for Hamaker Rd storm drainage project
• Approval of CM High Annual Traffic Signal Maintenance Agreement at $2,275.00