Manheim public meetings in 2025

Civil Service Commission

The Manheim Borough Civil Service Commission will meet to approve a new oral board examination process and to advertise for two police officer vacancies. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and a police chief report.

• Approval of October 21, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approval for new oral board examination interview process
• Approval to advertise for two police officer vacancies
• Police Chief Report
• Executive Session per 65 Pa.C.S. §§ et seq.

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the October 21, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved a new oral board examination interview process and approved advertising the civil service process to certify an eligibility list for two entry‑level police officer vacancies. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved October 21, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous yes)
• Approved new oral board examination interview process (unanimous yes)
• Approved advertising and opening civil service process to certify eligibility for two police officer vacancies (unanimous yes)
• Decided there will be no January 2026 meeting (unanimous yes)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will consider the 2026 Municipal Budget and a resolution to keep the real estate tax rate at 5.70 mills. The meeting includes discussions on the 2026 fee schedule and several lease and service agreements.

• Adoption of 2026 real estate tax rate at 5.70 mills (no increase)
• Approval of 2026 Municipal Budget
• Payment of $6,750.00 to Barrasso Excavation, Inc. for the Miller Drive Payment Project
• Lease agreement with Penn State Health Life Lion, LLC for 60 W. Colebrook Street
• Approval of 2026 Fee Schedule

The council unanimously approved the 2026 municipal budget and adopted Resolution 24‑2025 to keep the 2026 real estate tax rate at 5.70 mills. It also adopted the 2026 fee schedule, approved several contracts and lease agreements, and authorized special event permits for the upcoming Arts Festival and Brew Fest. All motions passed with a 6‑yea, 0‑nay vote.

• Approved 2026 municipal budget (6 Yeas / 0 Nays)
• Adopted Resolution 24‑2025 to keep 2026 real estate tax rate at 5.70 mills (6 Yeas / 0 Nays)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑2025 approving 2026 fee schedule (6 Yeas / 0 Nays)
• Approved payment of $6,750.00 to Barrasso Excavation, Inc. for Miller Drive Pavement Project (6 Yeas / 0 Nays)
• Approved EMS Unit Housing and Cost Sharing Agreement with the Manheim Borough (6 Yeas / 0 Nays)
• Approved Lease Agreement with Penn State Health Life Lion, LLC for 60 W. Colebrook Street (6 Yeas / 0 Nays)
• Approved two on‑street special event applications for Manheim Arts Festival (April 11, 2026) and Baron Brew Fest (May 16, 2026) (6 Yeas / 0 Nays)
• Cancelled the scheduled Manheim Borough Council meeting on December 30, 2025 (6 Yeas / 0 Nays)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will discuss updates to parking lot hours and the adoption of the 2026 Hazard Mitigation Plan. The body is also reviewing several contracts, including an audit services extension and a lease for Kauffman Park.

• Proposed extension of audit services contract with Zelenkofske Axelrod LLC through 2028
• Proposed $2,000 payment to Lancaster County for Police Department CODY COBRA
• Proposed $350 yearly reimbursement to Emergency Management Coordinator
• Proposed lease terms for Kauffman Park with Beezer Entertainment LLC
• Proposed change of ground ambulance stationing to 60 W Colebrook St

The borough council approved immediate work on the Oak Street Bridge outside beam and its reopening, and directed the borough engineer to prepare bidding documents for the remaining beams. It also changed no‑parking hours in borough lots to 11 PM‑5 AM and approved several financial items, including a $350 reimbursement to the Emergency Management Coordinator and a $2,000 payment for the Fourth Year CODY COBRA program. Additional approvals covered a planning memorandum, an audit contract extension, and a lease for Kauffman Park.

• Approved immediate work on Oak Street Bridge outside beam and reopening (6 Yeas, 0 Nays)
• Approved borough engineer to prepare bidding docs for other Oak Street Bridge beams (6 Yeas, 0 Nays)
• Approved change of no‑parking hours in borough lots to 11 PM‑5 AM (6 Yeas, 0 Nays)
• Approved yearly reimbursement to Emergency Management Coordinator of $350 (5 Yeas, 0 Nays; Roth abstained)
• Approved 2025 Memorandum of Understanding with Lancaster County Planning Department (6 Yeas, 0 Nays)
• Approved extension of audit services contract with Zelenkofske Axelrod LLC through 2028 (6 Yeas, 0 Nays)
• Approved payment of $2,000 to Lancaster County for Fourth Year CODY COBRA (6 Yeas, 0 Nays)
• Approved lease terms for Kauffman Park with Beezer Entertainment LLC (6 Yeas, 0 Nays)

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Committee will review its mission and vision statements and explore collaboration with local groups such as the Chiques Creek Watershed Alliance, Manheim Central School District, and Lancaster Conservancy. It will consider funding needs, grant opportunities, and the requirements for Tree City USA designation. The meeting will also address recruiting a new committee member and planting trees for the banks on the town square. No new business items are listed.

• Mission and Vision discussion
• Collaboration with Chiques Creek Watershed Alliance and others
• Funding needs and grant opportunities
• Tree City USA designation review
• Recruitment of a new committee member

At the November 2 4, 2025 meeting, the committee reviewed its mission, potential collaborations, funding options, Tree City USA status, and a new member application. They noted a map‑software tool will be available for future planning. No actions were approved, denied, or voted on.

Planning Commission

The Manheim Borough Planning Commission will meet to discuss the Manheim Central Region Comprehensive Plan. The commission is also scheduled to address a blight certification for the property at 44 Crescent Drive.

• Blight certification for 44 Crescent Drive
• Manheim Central Region Comprehensive Plan

Borough Council

The Manheim Borough Council adopted an amended resolution to remove Truist Bank as trustee and appoint the council as successor trustee for the Police Pension Fund. The council approved several contracts, including $111,550.50 to East Coast Contracting for new borough office improvements and $11,312.05 to Visual Sound for conference‑room AV work. It also approved the 2026 budget presentation and related advertising, and authorized a change to the borough’s primary account at Fulton Bank to a flat 2.00% interest rate. Additional items included payments for network equipment and various public‑works services.

• Adopted amended Resolution No. 2025-21 to change Police Pension Fund trustee from Truist Bank to the borough
• Approved $111,550.50 payment to East Coast Contracting, Inc. for new borough office carpeting, windows, hardware, and labor
• Approved $11,312.05 quote to Visual Sound for conference‑room audio/visual work at the new borough offices
• Authorized change of the borough’s primary account at Fulton Bank to a flat 2.00% interest rate on the full balance
• Approved $3,722.50 payment to Hempfield Technology for firewall replacement and network switch for the Public Works building

The borough council adopted an amended resolution removing Truist Bank as trustee and naming the council as successor trustee for the Police Pension Fund. It approved payments for the new borough office, network equipment, firewall, server racks, and audio/visual upgrades. The council chose the Annual Lease Option for public‑works equipment in the 2026 capital budget and engaged Paragon HR Consulting on an hourly basis. All actions passed unanimously.

• Adopted Amended Resolution No. 2025-21 to change Police Pension Fund trustee (unanimous)
• Approved $111,550.50 payment to East Coast Contracting for borough office work (unanimous)
• Approved $3,722.50 purchase of network and security equipment for Public Works building (unanimous)
• Approved $3,722.50 payment to Hempfield Technology for firewall replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $2,550.00 payment to Hempfield Technology for server rack enclosures (unanimous)
• Approved $11,312.05 payment to Visual Sound for conference room AV work (unanimous)
• Approved pursuing Annual Lease Option for public‑works equipment (unanimous)
• Approved Memorandum to engage Paragon HR Consulting for professional HR services (hourly rate) (unanimous)

Borough Council

The council will approve the minutes from the October 14 meeting and review financial reports, including payments totaling over $200,000 across General, Capital, and Highway funds. New business includes a presentation of the proposed 2026 budget, authorization to advertise it, and multiple contract approvals for electrical, trailer, paving, and maintenance projects. The council also held a public hearing and adopted Ordinance 695, establishing a pension benefit for non‑uniformed employees effective 2026, and approved a change to the police pension trustees.

• Approval of $5,160 quote from Zeiset Electric, Inc. for the Mini‑Park Parcel Split Project electrical source.
• Approval of $8,158.50 payment to Shannon A. Smith, Inc. for electrical work at the new Borough Office.
• Approval of $5,234.00 quote from Keystone Trailers for a replacement Public Works mowing trailer (trade‑in of 2008 Mustang trailer).
• Approval of $11,371.50 change order and $28,973.25 payment to Construction Master Services, LLC for the Kline Alley Paving Project.
• Public hearing and adoption of Ordinance 695 establishing a 1.5% pension benefit with a 3.5% employee contribution for non‑uniformed employees, effective Jan 1 2026.

Borough Council

The Manheim Borough Council will consider a public hearing to adopt Ordinance 695, which changes the non‑uniformed employee pension plan. It will also vote on Resolution 2025‑21 to replace Truist Bank with Conrad Siegel as a police pension trustee. Several contract payments and IT service agreements will be approved, including payments to Construction Masters Services, Barrasso Excavation, and a transition to Hempfield Technology.

• Public hearing to approve Ordinance 695 amending the Non‑Uniformed Employee Pension Plan
• Resolution 2025‑21 to remove Truist Bank and add Conrad Siegel as trustees of the Police Pension Fund
• Payment of $84,601.80 to Construction Masters Services, LLC for 2025 paving improvement projects
• Payment and two change orders totaling $246,459.50 to Barrasso Excavation, Inc. for the Hamaker‑Hershey Drive Drainage project
• Approval of IT services transition to Hempfield Technology: $3,451 for two months (2025), $20,703 annually (2026), and a $4,000 onboarding fee

The council approved its September meeting minutes and authorized payment of all outstanding general, capital, and liquid fuels fund bills. It approved several park and facility projects, adopted Ordinance 695 creating a 1.5 % pension benefit with a 3.5 % employee contribution, and changed the police pension fund trustees. The borough also approved the transition of IT services to Hempfield Technology and a $3,180 purchase of computer equipment. A proposal for additional HR support at $2,250 per month was tabled.

• Approved 9/30/2025 Council minutes (6 Yeas, 0 Nays)
• Approved payment of General Fund $764,163.91, Capital Fund $354,736.40, Liquid Fuels Fund $84,601.80 (6 Yeas, 0 Nays)
• Approved Tennis Club shed enclosure request (6 Yeas, 0 Nays)
• Approved Phase 1 of Veterans Memorial Park Master Plan (parking/turn‑around) (6 Yeas, 0 Nays)
• Adopted Ordinance 695 establishing 1.5 % pension benefit, 3.5 % employee contribution (6 Yeas, 0 Nays)
• Approved Resolution 2025-21 replacing Truist Bank with Conrad Siegel as police pension trustees (6 Yeas, 0 Nays)
• Approved transition of Borough IT services to Hempfield Technology (annual $20,703, onboarding $4,000) (6 Yeas, 0 Nays)
• Tabled additional HR support from Paragon Human Resources at $2,250 per month (motion not adopted)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will consider several new resolutions regarding public official financial disclosure, employee complaint procedures, and meeting conduct. The body will also review bids for Miller Drive drainage improvements and approve various infrastructure payments.

• Payment of bills: General Fund $551,193.25, Capital Fund $69,575.27, and Ratified $5,405.78
• Payment of $56,699.00 to Arthur ‘Pat’ August, Inc. for S. Oak Street Bridge Removal Project
• Payment of $51,064.24 to LB Construction Enterprises, Inc.
• Change order of $2,992.80 to East Coast Contracting for EMS Building Renovations
• Approval of bid for Miller Drive Drainage Improvements

The council adopted three new resolutions establishing a public‑meeting conduct policy, a financial‑disclosure policy, and a complaint policy for employees and police. It also approved several payments and contracts, including a $221,000 drainage bid and a $7,000 Mini‑Park electrical allowance. The proposal to move IT services to Higher Information Group was tabled. The meeting concluded after an executive session on personnel and litigation matters.

• Approved September 9, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0)
• Approved payment of General Fund bills $551,193.25 (5‑0)
• Approved Mini‑Park electrical proposal up to $7,000 (5‑0)
• Approved Miller Drive Drainage bid to Barrasso Excavating for $221,000 (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑18 Public Meeting Preparation and Conduct (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑19 Financial Disclosure Policy (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑20 Complaint Policy for employees and police (5‑0)
• Tabled transition of Borough IT services to Higher Information Group (no vote)

Civil Service Commission

The Manheim Borough Civil Service Commission will consider several actions, including adopting a public‑comment resolution, approving updated civil service rules (Ordinance 690), and recommending a Standard Operating Procedure to the Borough Council. The commission will also address the disqualification of a police officer candidate and discuss hiring processes and meeting schedules. All items are slated for approval or recommendation at the September 25 special meeting.

• Adopt Borough Council’s Public Comment Resolution 2025‑12
• Approve updated Civil Service Commission Rules and Regulations, Ordinance 690
• Recommend adoption of Civil Service Commission Standard Operating Procedure to Borough Council
• Disqualify a police officer candidate under Section 303 of the Rules and Regulations
• Authorize hiring process and Civil Service examinations

The commission unanimously approved Ordinance 690 updating its rules and regulations. It also approved a recommendation to adopt a standard operating procedure, disqualified a police officer candidate, and established a recurring meeting on the third Wednesday of each month.

• Adopted Public Comment & Decorum Policy (unanimous)
• Approved August 20, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Updated Civil Service Commission Rules and Regulations, Ordinance 690 (unanimous)
• Recommended adoption of Civil Service Commission Standard Operating Procedure (unanimous)
• Disqualified police officer candidate under Section 303 (unanimous)
• Disposed of Citizen Complaints IA-24-04(a) and IA-24-04(b) (unanimous)
• Established recurring meeting schedule: third Wednesday each month (unanimous)
• Recommended appointment of alternate member Steve Gergely (unanimous)

Shade Tree Commission

The Manheim Shade Tree Committee will discuss its mission and vision and explore collaborations with local groups such as the Chiques Creek Watershed Alliance, Manheim Central School District, and Lancaster Conservancy. It will review funding needs and grant opportunities, seek a third committee member, consider planting trees for the banks on the town square, and consider pursuing Tree City USA designation.

• Mission and Vision discussion
• Collaboration with Chiques Creek Watershed Alliance, Manheim Central School District, Lancaster Conservancy
• Funding needs and grant opportunities
• Search for a third committee member
• Consideration of Tree City USA designation

Borough Council

The Manheim Borough Council will vote on Resolution 15‑2025 to adopt the calculated Minimum Municipal Obligation for the 2026 budget. The meeting also includes approval of a $3,200 appraisal fee for the Borough Offices, a payment of $133,597.80 to Barrasso Excavations for the Hamaker Road/Hershey Drive project, and a proposal to waive an $18.90 late trash fee for 351 Lake View Drive. Additional items are approvals for fire‑police crowd‑control support at East Petersburg Community Day and a special‑event application for the 2025 Ford Drive‑4‑Ur Community Event.

• Approval of Resolution 15‑2025 adopting the Minimum Municipal Obligation for the 2026 budget
• Approval of appraisal of the Borough Offices at 15 E. High Street with a $3,200 fee
• Payment of $133,597.80 to Barrasso Excavations for the Hamaker Road/Hershey Drive project
• Consideration to waive the $18.90 late trash fee for 351 Lake View Drive
• Approval for Manheim Borough Special Fire Police to provide traffic and crowd control at East Petersburg Community Day

The borough council approved Resolution 15‑2025 adopting the calculated Minimum Municipal Obligation for the 2026 budget. It also approved the appraisal of the borough offices at 15 E. High Street, waived a late trash fee for one resident, and authorized special fire‑police and non‑street event services for upcoming community events. Additionally, the council approved payment of pending bills and agreed to arrange ethics‑training sessions with the State Ethics Commission.

• Approved Resolution 15‑2025 adopting the Minimum Municipal Obligation for 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved appraisal of Borough Offices at 15 E. High Street with $3,200 fee (unanimous)
• Waived late trash fee of $18.90 for 351 Lake View Drive (unanimous)
• Approved Special Fire Police assistance for East Petersburg Community Day on Sept 20 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Non‑Street Special Event Application for 2025 Ford Drive‑4‑Ur Community Event at Manheim Central School (unanimous)
• Approved payment of General Fund bills $114,297.03 and Capital Fund bills $4,323.17 (unanimous)
• Approved motion to contact State Ethics Commission for training sessions (unanimous)

Zoning Hearing Board

The Zoning Hearing Board will meet to render a decision regarding a zoning permit appeal. The case involves the re-establishment of a prior special exception use for a boarding house.

• Case ZH 2025-03: Decision on appeal for boarding house permit at 31 S Main Street

The Zoning Hearing Board voted 4‑0 to deny the appeal by 31 S Main St. LLC against the zoning officer’s denial of a permit. No other actions were taken during the meeting.

• Denied appeal by 31 S Main St. LLC (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Borough Council

The Manheim Borough Council will meet on August 26, 2025, to discuss and vote on several financial and operational items. Key decisions include approving a $133,597.80 payment for road improvements, appointing a new Zoning Hearing Board member, and addressing public safety and infrastructure projects. The meeting also covers routine financial reports, committee updates, and public comment sessions.

• Approval of $133,597.80 payment to Barrasso Excavations, Inc. for Hamaker Road/Hershey Drive Improvement Project
• Appointment of Marc Denlinger to Zoning Hearing Board (Resolution 2025-13)
• Approval of $175,150.77 in General Fund and $197,461.97 in Capital Fund bill payments
• Consideration of $18.90 late trash fee waiver for 321 W. High Street
• Lease agreement approval with Manheim Central School District (2025–2030)

The borough council approved a $133,597.80 payment to Barrasso Excavations for the Hamaker Road/Hershey Drive project. It also approved bill payments, authorized bids and maintenance contracts, appointed members to the Zoning Hearing Board and MAWSA Board, and authorized fire police for upcoming Farm Show parades. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved payment of $133,597.80 to Barrasso Excavations for Hamaker Road/Hershey Drive Project (unanimous)
• Approved payment of General Fund $175,150.77 and Capital Fund $197,461.97 bills (unanimous, Roth abstained)
• Authorized Lancaster Civil to bid the Miller Drive Drainage Project (unanimous)
• Authorized Gebhard & Sons Tree Service to perform annual maintenance on Market Square tree at no cost (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-13 appointing Marc Denlinger to the Zoning Hearing Board (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-14 appointing Brandon Keath to the MAWSA Board (unanimous)
• Authorized Fire Police for the Farm Show Baby Parade on Oct 6, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved lease agreement with Manheim Central School District for 2025–2030 (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Manheim Borough Council will hold its regular meeting on August 12, 2025, at 7:00 P.M. at 15 East High Street. The agenda includes routine procedural items, public comment, and financial reports. Council will also consider several new business motions, including upgrades to Market Square and approvals for upcoming special events.

• Approve $2,000.44 payment to C.M. High, Inc. for Main Street and Gramby Street traffic signal fail-safe lamp replacement
• Approve $11,415.00 e-Code update to incorporate 2018–2025 ordinances as a capital expense
• Approve Market Square treatment option
• Approve three special event applications: Outdoor Movie Night (Oct 2), Farm Show Parade (Oct 8), and Christmas Tree Lighting (Dec 7) at Market Square
• Schedule Memorial Park Master Plan Public Workshop for September 25, 2025

The borough council unanimously approved several items, including a payment for a traffic signal lamp, an e‑Code update, and several on‑street special events. It also appointed Conrad Siegel as interim provider for the Police Pension Plan and set a public workshop for the Memorial Park Master Plan. All motions passed with unanimous votes.

• Approved 7/29/2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills: General Fund $114,297.03 and Capital Fund $4,323.17 (unanimous)
• Approved $2,000.44 payment to C.M. High, Inc. for traffic signal lamp replacement (unanimous)
• Approved e‑Code update as a capital expense up to $11,415.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Outdoor Movie Night on Oct. 2, 2025 at Market Square (unanimous)
• Approved Manheim Farm Show Parade on Oct. 8, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Conrad Siegel as interim Police Pension Plan provider (unanimous)
• Approved scheduling Memorial Park Master Plan public workshop for Sep. 25, 2025 (unanimous)

Zoning Hearing Board

The Manheim Borough Zoning Hearing Board will hold public hearings for two property requests. The board will review evidence and testimony regarding a special exception and a variance.

• Case ZH 2025-02: Special exception for an accessory structure larger than 680 sq ft at 63 N Grant Street
• Case ZH 2025-04: Variance for gazebo display in front/floodplain at 360 Hostetter Rd.
• Discussion of proposed policy updates for advertising, public notices, fees, and meeting packet checklists

The Manheim Borough Zoning Hearing Board approved a variance for 360 Hostetter Rd to allow gazebo displays in the front floodplain, with conditions. The board also approved a special exception for 63 N Grant Street to permit an accessory structure larger than 680 square feet, with conditions. No vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved variance for 360 Hostetter Rd (conditions applied)
• Approved special exception for 63 N Grant Street (conditions applied)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will discuss extending the municipal waste and recycling contract with Casella and approving several payments for drainage and security projects. The body is also reviewing subdivision plan modifications for 15 E. High Street and lease agreements for borough vehicles.

• Payment of $29,702.70 to EJCDC for Hamaker Road / Hershey Drive Drainage Improvement Project
• Change order of $2,500.00 to Barrasso Excavation, Inc. for drainage project sewer pipe inspection
• AV equipment installation for Council Chambers and 30 W. Colebrook Street for $26,789.06
• Security and fire system installation at 30 W. Colebrook Street for $36,162
• Final Subdivision Plan approval and SALDO modifications for 15 E. High Street

The borough council approved the July 8 meeting minutes and the payment of outstanding bills. It authorized the manager to send a certified letter to a defaulted contractor requiring work completion by August 31. The council also extended the municipal waste and recycling contract with Casella for one year and approved several financial items, including payments and change orders for the Hamaker Road drainage project, AV equipment and security system installations, vehicle leases, and subdivision plan adjustments.

• Approved 7/8/2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved payment of General Fund $265,156.13, Capital Fund $121,328.32, Ratified $2,211.91 (unanimous)
• Authorized manager to send certified letter to contractor with Aug 31 deadline (unanimous)
• Extended Municipal Waste and Recycling Contract with Casella for one year (unanimous)
• Approved $29,702.70 payment to Barrasso Excavation for Hamaker Road/Hershey Drive drainage improvement (unanimous)
• Approved $2,500 Change Order to Barrasso Excavation for sanitary sewer video inspection (unanimous)
• Approved AV equipment installation in Council Chambers and Lobby for $26,789.06 (unanimous)
• Approved ESCO Security proposal for fire and security system installation for $36,162 plus $1,294 annual service (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Manheim Borough Planning Commission will meet to discuss the Manheim Central Region Comprehensive Plan. The commission will also consider recommendations to Council regarding the 15 E. High Street Subdivision Plan.

• 15 E. High Street Subdivision Plan recommendation
• Manheim Central Region Comprehensive Plan discussion

The commission kept its current organizational structure. It approved the September 16, 2024 meeting minutes. It voted to recommend approval of the subdivision plan for 15 E. High Street and related waivers. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approve current Planning Commission organizational structure (7-0)
• Approve 9/16/2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommend approval of 15 E. High Street subdivision plan and waivers (7-0)
• Adjourn the Planning Commission meeting (7-0)

Zoning Hearing Board

The Manheim Borough Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing regarding a permit denial. The board will review a request to re-establish a boarding house as a special exception use.

• Case ZH 2025-03: Appeal by 31 S Main St LLC regarding a zoning permit for a boarding house at 31 S Main Street

The board approved the minutes from the prior meeting unanimously. It agreed to limit the hearing to two hours, ending at 9:00 PM, with any unfinished business to continue later. The board unanimously accepted Joint Stipulation A‑1 for case ZH 2025‑03 concerning the boarding house at 31 South Main Street. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Limited meeting to two hours, ending at 9:00 PM (board agreement)
• Accepted Joint Stipulation A‑1 for case ZH 2025‑03 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will discuss waiving dumpster permit fees for properties with flood damage and consider funding for paving projects on W. Ferdinand Street and E. High Street. The body will also review a potential new municipal waste contract and a Planning Commission member removal.

• Ratification of temporary dumpster permit fee waivers for flood-damaged properties through August 30, 2025
• Payment of $11,950.20 to LB Construction Enterprises, Inc. for E. High Street Pedestrian Improvements Phase 2
• Consideration of $32,500 payment to MAWSA for full paving of W. Ferdinand Street
• Consideration to bid the Municipal Waste contract
• Payment of bills: General Fund ($82,319.58), Capital Fund ($10,448.84), and Ratified ($500.00)

The council approved several financial and infrastructure items, including paying outstanding bills, waiving dumpster fees for flood‑damaged properties, and moving forward with Phase 2 pedestrian improvements on East High Street. It also approved funding for the paving of West Ferdinand Street, authorized pay applications for EMS building renovation, and directed the municipal waste contract to be rebid. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved payment of General Fund bills ($82,319.58) and other fund bills (unanimously)
• Approved ratification of temporary dumpster permit fee waiver for flood‑damaged properties (unanimously)
• Approved consideration of Planning Commission member removal (unanimously)
• Approved Phase 2 of E. High Street pedestrian improvements ($11,950.20) (unanimously)
• Approved payment of $32,500 for liquid fuels portion of W. Ferdinand Street paving (unanimously)
• Approved consideration to rebid the Municipal Waste contract (unanimously)
• Approved signed pay application from East Coast Contractors for EMS building renovation (unanimously)
• Approved signed pay application from Shannon A. Smith Inc. (unanimously)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will discuss a non-binding framework for the transfer and redevelopment of 15 East High Street. The meeting includes votes on a revised public comment policy and payments for drainage improvements.

• Proposed MOU with Lancaster County Land Bank Authority for 15 East High Street
• Payment of $15,975.00 to EJCDC for Hamaker Road/Hershey Drive Drainage Improvement Project
• Proposed Resolution 12-2025 to revise the Public Comment Policy
• Approval of special event applications for Santa 5k, Outdoor Movie, White Oak Church, and National Night Out
• Payment of bills: General Fund ($177,806.21) and Capital Fund ($43,309.42)

The borough council approved the Public Comment Policy Resolution, authorized staff to join the state Brownfield Inventory Project, and adopted a non‑binding MOU with the Lancaster County Land Bank for 15 E. High St. It also approved a $15,975 payment to Brasso Excavator for a drainage improvement, four community event applications, and routine financial items. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Public Comment Policy Resolution 12-2025 (unanimous)
• Authorized staff to attend the PA DEP Brownfield Inventory Project (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Lancaster County Land Bank Authority for 15 E. High St. (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $15,975.00 to Brasso Excavator for Hamaker Rd/Hershey Dr drainage project (unanimous)
• Approved payment of General Fund bills totaling $35,703.20 (unanimous)
• Approved four event applications: Santa 5K Run (Dec 6), Outdoor Movie (Oct 2), White Oak Church (July 27–Aug 1), National Night Out (Aug 5) (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from the 6/10/2025 council meeting (unanimous)
• Moved to executive session to discuss personnel and legal matters (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will discuss waiving permit fees for a grant-funded water main replacement project and approve several local paving projects. The body is also reviewing payments for pedestrian improvements and special event applications.

• Payment of $30,375.00 to LB Construction Enterprises, Inc. for E. High Street Pedestrian Improvements
• Approval of 2025 paving projects for Kauffman Alley, West Logan Avenue, West Kline Alley, and North Wolf Street
• Request to waive or reduce street opening permit fees for a PA H2O water main replacement project
• Approval of a handicapped parking space on the 100 block of South Grant Street
• Payment of $300.00 to Red Rose Pool Service for Manheim Lap Pool maintenance

The borough council approved the 2025 paving projects for Kauffman Alley, West Logan Avenue, West Kline Alley and North Wolf Street using the next lowest responsible bidder. It also approved a waiver of street‑opening permit fees for a grant‑funded water main replacement on West Ferdinand between Grant Street and West Main Street. Additional approvals included a new handicapped parking space on South Grant Street, a $30,375 payment for East High Street pedestrian improvements, two non‑street event permits for Mummau Park, and a $300 pool service contract.

• Approved 2025 paving projects for Kauffman Alley, West Logan Ave, West Kline Alley, North Wolf St with next lowest responsible bidder (unanimous)
• Approved waiver of street opening permit fees for water main replacement on West Ferdinand between Grant St and West Main St (unanimous)
• Approved new handicapped parking space on 100 block of South Grant St (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $30,375 to LB Construction Enterprises for E. High St pedestrian improvements (unanimous)
• Approved Non‑Street Special Event Application for Water’s Edge Ministries at Mummau Park, July 7‑11 (unanimous)
• Approved Non‑Street Special Event Application for Old Road Pretzel’s Anniversary Party, June 25 at Mummau Park (unanimous)
• Approved $300 pool service contract with Red Rose Pool Service for Lap Pool repairs (unanimous)
• Approved payment of General Fund bills totaling $35,703.20 (unanimous)

Zoning Hearing Board

The Manheim Borough Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing regarding a time extension for a special exception use at 201 W High Street. The board also intends to appoint a new solicitor.

• Appointment of new ZHB solicitor
• Case ZH 2025-02: Time extension request for Hope Served at 201 W High Street
• Discussion of proposed policy updates for advertising, public notices, fees, and meeting packet checklists

Borough Council

The Borough Council will conduct a public hearing and consider adopting a revised Zoning Ordinance affecting Chapter 220 of the Borough Code. The meeting also includes reviews of paving project bids and a request for new office furniture.

• Public hearing and potential adoption of the Revised Zoning Ordinance
• Proposed $94,988.56 purchase of office furniture and installation from Corbett, Inc.
• Review of bid results for S. Oak Street Bridge demolition
• Review of 2025 paving bid results for Kauffman Alley, West Logan Ave, West Kline Alley, and North Wolf St
• Proposed $4,000 purchase and installation of a permanent Christmas tree for Market Square

The council unanimously approved Ordinance No. 694, which amends and restates Chapter 220 of the borough’s zoning code. It also approved a $94,988.56 purchase of furniture and installation for the new borough offices, the demolition of the S. Oak Street Bridge, and the release of $2,467.55 for the 35 N. Oak Street subdivision plan. Additional approvals included submitting a mini‑park subdivision to the county, a $1,650.73 payment for traffic‑signal maintenance, and a $4,500 purchase of a permanent Christmas tree; the 2025 paving projects were tabled.

• Approved Ordinance No. 694 amending zoning code (unanimous)
• Approved $94,988.56 purchase of borough office furniture and installation (unanimous)
• Approved demolition of S. Oak Street Bridge (unanimous)
• Approved release of $2,467.55 for 35 N. Oak Street subdivision plan (unanimous)
• Approved authorization to submit mini‑park subdivision to Lancaster County Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Approved $1,650.73 payment for traffic‑signal and flashers maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of permanent Christmas tree ($4,000) and $500 equipment rental (unanimous)
• Tabled 2025 paving projects for Kauffman Alley, West Logan Avenue, West Kline Alley, North Wolf Street (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hold public hearings and vote on adopting three ordinances: Floodplain Ordinance 691, Driveway Ordinance 692, and Stormwater Ordinance 693. They will also consider awarding bids for electrical, plumbing, and mechanical contracts for the NWEMS Building renovation at 60 W. Colebrook Street, with the general construction contract already awarded at $813,700. Other items include approval of a fuel card policy, pension plan changes, and a lease agreement with Manheim Central School District.

• Adoption of Floodplain Ordinance 691 requiring permits for construction in flood-prone areas
• Adoption of Driveway Ordinance 692 regulating new private driveway construction
• Adoption of Stormwater Ordinance 693 updating definitions and permit processes
• Approval of bid awards for electrical, plumbing, and mechanical contracts for NWEMS Building renovation at 60 W. Colebrook Street
• Approval of Non-Uniformed Pension Plan Enhancement with 1.5% FAS formula and 3.5% employee contribution effective January 1, 2026

The Manheim Borough Council adopted three revised ordinances covering floodplain development, private driveways, and stormwater management, each passing unanimously. The council also approved multiple subcontract bids for the NWEMS Building renovation, a veterans‑memorial gun donation program, and a vacancy board chair appointment, all with unanimous votes.

• Adopt Revised Floodplain Ordinance 691 (unanimous)
• Adopt Driveway Ordinance 692 (unanimous)
• Adopt Stormwater Ordinance Revisions 693 (unanimous)
• Approve bid award to Garden Spot Mechanical for mechanical work $139,000 (unanimous)
• Approve bid award to Garden Spot Mechanical for plumbing work $81,800 (unanimous)
• Approve bid award to Shannon A. Smith for plumbing work $81,800 (unanimous)
• Approve Army Donations Program Resolution 10-2025 and MOU for M5 Series gun (unanimous)
• Approve Vacancy Board Chair Appointment – Andrew Nelson (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will discuss the potential redevelopment of 15 E. High St and a request to abandon a portion of West End Avenue. The body is also deciding on several contracts for vehicle exhaust removal, MEP rebidding, and a drainage project.

• Approval for A.C.S. to partially remove Plymovent Fire Vehicle Exhaust at 30 West Colebrook Road for $6,135
• Ratification of MEP rebid from Kimmel Bogrette for $4,200
• Approval of Hamaker Rd/Hershey Dr Drainage Project bid from Barrasso Excavation
• Resolution 9-2025 referring 44 Crescent Drive to Vacant Property Reinvestment Program
• Payment of bills totaling $275,314.74 across Ratified, General, and Capital funds

The borough council unanimously approved several financial and operational items, including payment of General Fund bills and a $25,747.65 payment to the East High Street contractor. They also approved permits, contract bids, a GPS tracking transition, and appointments. No public comments or executive session items were recorded.

• Approved payment of General Fund bills ($240,645.35) (unanimous)
• Approved permit for covered bridge restoration (unanimous)
• Approved $6,135 fire vehicle exhaust removal (unanimous)
• Approved $4,200 rebid for MEP from Kimmel Bogrette (unanimous)
• Approved $25,747.65 payment to East High Street contractor (unanimous)
• Approved Hamaker Rd/Hershey Dr drainage project bid (unanimous)
• Approved transition from Verizon Connect to Geotab GPS tracking (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 8-2025 appointing Jaclyn Beltrami as Assistant Secretary (unanimous)

Shade Tree Commission

The Commission will elect its Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Secretary. Members will also establish a meeting schedule for the rest of 2025 and discuss tree conditions at three specific locations.

• Election of Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Secretary
• Tree condition planning for Manheim Square
• Tree condition planning for Mini-park at 15 E. High Street
• Tree condition planning for Manheim Veterans Memorial Park

Borough Council

The Manheim Borough Council will consider approving bids for renovations at 60 W. Colebrook St for a new Borough Hall and EMS station, purchase topsoil for Grace Brethren Church property, and increase ambulance funding. They will also adopt a resolution declaring April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month and approve professional fees for delinquent trash collection review. Reports on Memorial Park planning, pool complex, and police will be presented.

• Action on bids for renovations at 60 W. Colebrook St for new Borough Hall and EMS Station
• Purchase of 20 tons of topsoil for approximately $540 to repair Grace Brethren Church property (volunteer labor provided)
• Approve payment increase from $500 to $800/month for second ambulance at Manheim FD (total $4,800 split among Penn Twp, Rapho Twp, Manheim Borough)
• Approval of professional fees up to $1,200 to Portnoff Law Associates for delinquent trash collection review
• Adoption of Resolution No. 7-2025 declaring April 2025 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month

The borough council approved a general bid of $813,700 to East Coast Contracting Inc for renovations at 60 W. Colebrook Street, which will house the new Borough Hall and EMS Station. It also approved several other items, including a $540 topsoil purchase for Grace Brethren Church, a $1,200 professional fee for legal review of trash accounts, and a $4,800 payment increase for the second ambulance shared with neighboring townships. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved $813,700 general bid to East Coast Contracting Inc for Borough Hall/EMS Station renovations (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 20 tons of topsoil for $540 to repair Grace Brethren Church property (unanimous)
• Approved professional fees up to $1,200 to Portnoff Law Associates for trash account review (unanimous)
• Approved $500 to $800 per month payment increase for second ambulance, $4,800 total split among three municipalities (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 7-2025 declaring April 2025 Sexual Assault Awareness Month (unanimous)
• Approved nomination of Bryan Pastor to the Manheim Community Library Board of Directors (unanimous)
• Approved release of $1,000 from escrow to Manheim Fire Department (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills listed in the packet (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Manheim Borough Council will consider approving the demolition of the L-shaped main pool, baby pool, and associated pump building while keeping the lap pool for the 2025 swim season. Other new business includes approval of 2025 paving projects, appointment of a Historic Commission member and a Code Enforcement Officer, and payment for E. High Street pedestrian improvements. The council will also consider waiving a trash late fee and relocating yard waste craft bag pickup.

• Approval of demolition of L-shaped main pool and baby pool, maintaining lap pool for 2025 swim season
• Approval of 2025 paving projects and project schedule
• Appointment of Graham Sanders to Historic Commission (Resolution 5-2025)
• Appointment of Leslie Rhoads as Code Enforcement Officer (Resolution 6-2025)
• Approval of E. High Street Pedestrian Improvement Application for Payment 2

The council approved the 2025 paving projects and schedule, and authorized demolition of the L‑shaped pool, baby pool and pump building while keeping the lap pool for the 2025 swim season. It also adopted several resolutions and code updates, including adding Graham Sanders to the Historical Commission, naming Leslie Rhoads as Codes Enforcement Officer, and approving the General Code supplement No. 10 with updated zoning, stormwater and driveway ordinances. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved 2025 paving projects and schedule (unanimous)
• Approved demolition of L‑shaped pool, baby pool and pump building up to $20,000, retaining lap pool (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 5‑2025 adding Graham Sanders to the Historical Commission (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 6‑2025 naming Leslie Rhoads as Codes Enforcement Officer (unanimous)
• Approved East High Street Pedestrian Improvement, South, payment 2 (unanimous)
• Approved General Code supplement No. 10 and updated zoning, stormwater, and driveway ordinances (unanimous)
• Approved placement of electronic sign in Rapho Township for the Make‑A‑Wish convoy (unanimous)
• Denied request to waive late fees at 76 N Grant St (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Manheim Borough Council will vote on several items including a grant contract for Oak Street Bridge removal, extending LifeLion stationing at Hope Fire Company until new Borough Hall is complete, and approving a $370 wayfinding sign. They will also hear a presentation on a permanent French fry stand for the Manheim Farm Show and consider event permits for the Touchdown Club fireworks and Memorial Day parade.

• Approve Local Share Account Grant Contract for Oak Street Bridge Removal
• Extension of LifeLion stationing at Manheim (Hope) Fire Company until new Borough Hall renovations complete
• Approve installation of wayfinding sign at Laurel and High Streets ($370)
• Approve 2025 Municipal Yard Waste Agreement with Columbia Borough
• Approve fireworks permit for Manheim Touchdown Club event on May 23, 2025

The council approved the Local Share Account Grant Contract for the Oak Street Bridge Removal project, a $88,475 state grant. They also approved the 2025 Municipal Yard Waste Agreement with Columbia Borough, the 2024 uncollected real estate taxes collection, and a $370 wayfinding sign. The council voted to eliminate the cardboard dumpsters at Logan Park due to floodplain concerns.

• Approved Local Share Account Grant Contract for Oak Street Bridge Removal ($88,475)
• Approved 2025 Municipal Yard Waste Agreement with Columbia Borough
• Approved 2024 uncollected county and municipal real estate taxes collection
• Approved $370 wayfinding sign at Laurel and High Street
• Approved Resolution 4-2025 appointing Bryan Pastor to Shade Tree Commission
• Approved fireworks permit for Manheim Touchdown Club event on May 23, 2025
• Approved VFW Memorial Day Parade, Get Outdoors Lancaster, and Chiques Church Chicken BBQ
• Eliminated cardboard dumpsters at Logan Park

Borough Council

The Manheim Borough Council will consider several action items at its February 25, 2025 meeting, including adopting a civil service rules ordinance for uniformed personnel, approving a memorandum of understanding with the Lancaster County Conservation District, and deciding on a resident's late trash fee waiver request of $18.90. The council will also vote on authorizing an asbestos survey at the pool complex (up to $1,000), additional professional services for ARPA reporting, event applications, and a change order for East High Street drainage ($3,000). Reports from the mayor, police chief, and various staff committees are included for discussion.

• Approval of Civil Service Rules and Regulations Ordinance for uniformed police
• Approval of MOU between Manheim Borough and Lancaster County Conservation District
• Action on resident late trash fee waiver request of $18.90
• Approval for EHC to complete Asbestos Survey at Pool Complex up to $1,000
• Approval of E. High Street Drainage Final Balancing Change Order and Application for Payment $3,000

Manheim Borough Council unanimously approved a new Civil Service Rules and Regulations ordinance for the police department, replacing Chapter 17 of the Borough Code. The council also approved payment of bills totaling $94,575.33 from the General Fund, $8,886.13 from the Capital Fund, and a ratified $2,028.00 payment, along with several other routine items including an MOU with the Lancaster County Conservation District and a $11,371.13 change order for the East High Street drainage project.

• Approved Civil Service Rules and Regulations Ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills: $94,575.33 General Fund, $8,886.13 Capital Fund, $2,028.00 ratified (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Lancaster County Conservation District (unanimous)
• Approved $11,371.13 change order for East High Street drainage project (unanimous)
• Waived resident late trash fee of $18.90 (unanimous)
• Approved additional ARPA professional services from Zelenkofske Axelrod, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved asbestos survey at Pool Complex up to $1,000 (unanimous)
• Approved VFW Easter Egg Event, Chicken BBQs, and fire police request for Penryn Mud Sale (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Manheim Borough Council will consider several new business items: authorizing a public comment period for updated Civil Service Commission Rules, approving bid documents for converting NW EMS into Borough Hall space, and a $2,500 contract for Mummau Park floodplain vegetation management. Other actions include special event permits for Girl Scout cookie booths and a records disposition resolution.

• Action to advertise comment period for draft Manheim Civil Service Rules & Regulations
• Action to bid documents and advertise Bid Request for NW EMS Conversion to Borough Hall
• Action on Mummau Park Floodplain Vegetation Management Proposal 2025 for $2,500
• Approval of bill payments: General Fund $145,783.17, Capital Fund $35,782.19
• Action on special event applications: Girl Scout Cookie Booths on March 1 and 15, 2025 at Market Square Gazebo

The Manheim Borough Council approved several routine items, including the payment of bills totaling $181,565.36, and unanimously passed motions to advertise the bid for converting the EMS building into the new Borough Hall and to open a public comment period for the draft Civil Service Rules and Regulations. The council also approved a $2,500 proposal for vegetation management at Mummau Park, a resolution for records disposition, and authorized Public Works to water planters on the square. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely administrative and procedural.

• Approved payment of bills totaling $181,565.36 (unanimous)
• Approved advertising bid for EMS building conversion to new Borough Hall (unanimous)
• Approved advertising comment period for draft Civil Service Rules and Regulations (unanimous)
• Approved $2,500 Mummau Park Floodplain Vegetation Management Proposal (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 3-2025 for disposition of records (unanimous)
• Approved Public Works watering four planters on the square (unanimous)
• Approved Girl Scout Cookie sales applications (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of 1/28/2025 meeting (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will review several maintenance proposals for local parks and police facilities. The meeting includes discussions on road paving projects, pedestrian improvements on East High Street, and appointments to the Civil Service and Planning Commissions.

• Manheim Memorial Park Maintenance Proposal for $17,400.00
• Logan Park Floodplain Vegetation Management Proposal for $5,450.00
• Manheim Police Basin Maintenance Proposal for $3,325.00
• East High Street Pedestrian Improvement Ph 2 Change Order #1 reduction of $2,080
• 2024 Paving Change Order #1 for $1,931.87 and AFP No. 2 for $9,219.35

The Manheim Borough Council approved several financial items and contracts, including change orders for paving and pedestrian improvements, maintenance proposals for police, parks, and floodplain vegetation, and resolutions appointing civil service and planning commission members. The council also discussed potential relocation of cardboard dumpsters and vacancies on boards.

• Approved 1/14/2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $142,772.55 (unanimous)
• Authorized East High Street Pedestrian Improvement Change Order #1 reduction of $2,080 (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 Paving Change Order #1 for $1,931.87 (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 Paving AFP No. 2 final CMS for $9,219.35 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 1-2025 appointing civil service commission members (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2-2025 appointing planning commission member (unanimous)
• Approved Manheim Police Basin Maintenance Proposal 2025 for $3,325.00 (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will discuss infrastructure projects, including the S. Oak Street bridge and E. High Street pedestrian improvements. The body is also considering the creation of a new driveway ordinance and amendments to the stormwater management ordinance.

• Authorization to bid S. Oak Street bridge demolition work
• Approval of up to $5,000 for uniformed and non-uniformed pension actuarial studies
• Consideration of E. High Street pedestrian improvements cost reduction change order
• Authorization for Borough Engineer to draft a Driveway Ordinance and Stormwater Management Ordinance amendments
• Payment of bills totaling $157,059.47 (ratified), $112,235.90 (General Fund), and $29,520.32 (Capital Fund)

The council unanimously approved a motion to advance the master plan concept for Memorial Park renovations, incorporating the community group's community center idea, and authorized the borough manager to coordinate stakeholders and the borough engineer to develop plans. They also approved several other items, including pool concession roll-up doors, a swim team lease rate increase, S. Oak Street Bridge demolition bidding, and various administrative motions. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Memorial Park master plan concept with community center collaboration (unanimous)
• Approved pool concession roll-up doors installation up to $9,000 (unanimous)
• Approved swim team lease rate increase (unanimous)
• Authorized bidding for S. Oak Street Bridge demolition (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Traffic Maintenance Agreement (unanimous)
• Authorized drafting driveway ordinance (unanimous)
• Authorized drafting Stormwater Management Ordinance amendments (unanimous)
• Approved up to $5,000 for actuarial studies for pensions (unanimous)