Monroeville public meetings in 2025
62 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Commission (3rd Wednesday of every month, 7:30 pm)
The Monroeville Planning Commission cancelled its regular monthly meeting scheduled for Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 7:30 pm in Council Chambers. The next regular meeting is set for Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 7:30 pm in the same location.
Council (2nd Tuesday of every month, 7pm)
The Monroeville Borough Council will vote on the FY 2026 budget ordinance, which totals $53,920,528 and includes a $7,000,000 capital improvement program. The agenda also includes approval of November’s bills ($2,424,477.76) and payroll ($1,278,479.19), purchase orders for a $104,000 police dispatch server refresh and $27,252.90 senior‑center doors, and a subdivision application for Ashbury Court properties. Additional items are motions to advertise ordinances for the municipal manager’s employment contract and the police commander’s benefit agreement, plus resolutions for demolition of blighted sites and board appointments.
- Adoption of FY 2026 budget ordinance (total $53,920,528, capital improvement $7,000,000)
- Approval of November bills ($2,424,477.76) and payroll ($1,278,479.19)
- CIP purchase orders: Police Dispatch Server Refresh $104,000; Senior Center Doors $27,252.90
- Subdivision approval for Ashbury Court properties (432 Bayhill Dr, 434‑442 Ashbury Ct)
- Motions to advertise ordinances for municipal manager contract and police commander benefit agreement
The council approved the 2026 General Fund Budget ordinance with a 5‑2 vote. It also unanimously approved several tax and salary ordinances, including the real‑estate millage and continuation of existing local taxes. The council adopted capital‑improvement purchase orders for a police dispatch server refresh ($104,000) and senior‑center doors ($27,252.90). Additionally, the council unanimously appointed a new municipal manager and five members to the library board, planning commission, zoning hearing board, and police civil service commission.
- Approved 2026 General Fund Budget ordinance (5-2)
- Approved Real Estate Millage ordinance (unanimous)
- Approved continuation of Deed Transfer, Mercantile, Business Privilege, and Local Services taxes (unanimous)
- Approved 2026 Salary Structure ordinance (unanimous)
- Approved 2026 Fee Schedule ordinance (unanimous)
- Approved CIP purchase orders: Police Dispatch Server Refresh $104,000 and Senior Center Doors $27,252.90 (unanimous)
- Approved appointment of Alexander J. Graziani as municipal manager (unanimous)
- Appointed Phillip Toney, Kelly Fennessy-Meredith, Heidi Lawrence, Michael Gaydos, and William McClelland to various boards (unanimous)
Zoning Hearing Board (1st Wednesday of every month, 7:00 pm)
The Monroeville Zoning Hearing Board will consider a variance for a U-Haul truck rental business at 481 Cottage Lane. The applicant seeks to operate the business in the front yard of the Church of the Brethren property.
- Variance request for U-Haul truck rental at 481 Cottage Lane
- Use Variance from Article V, Section 504
- Property located at 481 Cottage Lane (Tax Parcel: 854-K-105)
- Work session scheduled for December 3, 2025, at 7:00 p.m.
Citizens' Night (1st Tuesday of every month, 7pm)
The Citizens' Night meeting has no pre‑planned agenda. Attendees are directed to consult the Council Work Session agenda for any items. No decisions are scheduled during this session.
Resident Kathy Brown raised concerns about snow removal on Ashbury Court. Council members discussed the issue and considered tabling it for a later regular council meeting. No formal action or vote was taken.
Council (2nd Tuesday of every month, 7pm)
The Monroeville Council work session will approve minutes, tax collection reports, and bill and payroll totals for November. It will consider purchase orders for a police dispatch server ($104,000) and senior center doors ($27,252.90). The session also previews items for the Dec. 9 business meeting, including a subdivision approval for Ashbury Court, several demolition resolutions, and ordinances for the 2026 budget, real‑estate millage, and fee schedule.
- Police Dispatch Server Refresh purchase – $104,000
- Senior Center Doors purchase – $27,252.90
- Subdivision approval request for properties on Ashbury Court and Bayhill Drive
- Ordinance adopting the 2026 General Fund Budget of $41,617,411
- Ordinance fixing the 2026 Real Estate Millage at 5.500 mills
The council approved the minutes from the November 6 Citizens’ Night meeting and the tax collection reports. It also approved the November 2025 bill and payroll totals and two capital‑improvement purchase orders. The subdivision and road‑adoption request for Ashbury Court was discussed but no vote or final action was taken.
- Approved minutes of Citizens’ Night Meeting (Nov 6, 2025)
- Approved Reports of Tax Collections
- Approved list of Bills ($2,424,477.76) and Payroll ($1,278,479.19) for Nov 2025
- Approved CIP purchase order: Police Dispatch Server Refresh ($104,000)
- Approved CIP purchase order: Senior Center Doors ($27,252.90)
Council (2nd Tuesday of every month, 7pm)
The Monroeville Borough Council held its second public hearing on the 2026 budget. Department heads answered questions from council members. The council discussed budget issues in preparation for adopting the final budget at the December 9 regular meeting. Residents were invited to comment on budget matters for up to five minutes.
- Public Comment – Budget Issues Only (public hearing)
- Department Heads – Question and Answer session
- Council discussion of budget issues
- Final budget adoption scheduled for Tuesday, Dec 9, 2025
Planning Commission (3rd Wednesday of every month, 7:30 pm)
The Planning Commission will consider a preliminary and final subdivision application submitted by residents of Ashbury Court. The proposal seeks to subdivide five parcels—432 Bayhill Drive, 434, 438, 440, and 442 Ashbury Court—located in the R-3 Multi-Family and M-1 Planned Industrial zones. The subdivision includes dedicating a 33-foot public right of way to the municipality.
- Subdivision request (25-5-SUB) for five parcels on Bayhill Drive and Ashbury Court
- Dedication of a 33-foot public right of way to the municipality
- Properties located in R-3 Multi-Family and M-1 Planned Industrial zoning districts
Council (2nd Tuesday of every month, 7pm)
The Monroeville Borough Council will conduct the first public hearing on the 2026 budget. Residents may comment on budget issues for up to five minutes after signing in. Council members will hear questions from department heads and discuss budget matters. The next budget hearing is set for November 25, 2025.
- Public comment limited to budget issues only
- Question and answer session with department heads (IT, Senior Citizens’ Center, Library, Finance, Police)
- Council discussion of budget issues
- Next budget hearing scheduled for November 25, 2025
Council (2nd Tuesday of every month, 7pm)
Monroeville Council will discuss the proposed 2026 budget and real estate tax rates. The body is also reviewing conditional use applications for two businesses and resolutions for multiple blight demolitions.
- Proposed 2026 Budget of $41,390,705.00 and real estate tax millage of 5.500 mills
- Conditional use approval for an indoor gun range (Range USA) at 300 Mall Boulevard
- Conditional use approval for a place of worship (Chabad Jewish Center) at 2520 Mosside Boulevard
- Expenditure of up to $225,000.00 from Police Federal Asset Seizure Fund for detective vehicles
- Demolition resolutions for blight at 201 Madison St, 320 Valley Rd, 336 Steele St, 2060 Monroeville Rd, 2446 Pitcairn Rd, 2789 Broadway Blvd, and 3958 Monroeville Blvd
The council approved the Chabad Jewish Center conditional use (Application 25-7-C) and the Range USA indoor gun range conditional use (Application 25-6-C) by unanimous roll‑call votes. It also approved the list of bills ($4,753,286.97), budget transfers and payroll ($1,261,774.27), and several capital‑improvement purchase orders. Minutes of prior meetings and the November tax‑collection report were approved as well.
- Approved Conditional Use 25-7-C for Chabad Jewish Center, 2520 Mosside Blvd (unanimous roll‑call)
- Approved Conditional Use 25-6-C for Range USA, 300 Mall Blvd (unanimous roll‑call)
- Approved List of Bills totaling $4,753,286.97 (unanimous roll‑call)
- Approved Budget Transfer and Payroll totaling $1,261,774.27 (unanimous roll‑call)
- Approved CIP purchase orders: Police new car $14,216.48, Public Works paving $353,336.63, Robinair AC machine $7,399.99 (unanimous roll‑call)
- Approved November 2025 Tax Collections report (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved minutes of Oct. 7 Citizens’ Night, Oct. 7 Work Session, and Oct. 14 Regular Meeting (unanimous roll‑call)
- Closed public hearing on Range USA application (unanimous voice vote)
Citizens' Night (1st Tuesday of every month, 7pm)
Citizens' Night does not have a pre‑planned agenda. Participants are instructed to consult the Council Work Session agenda for details.
The November 6, 2025 Citizens’ Night was a public‑comment session with no votes, approvals, or other formal actions recorded. Mayor Nick Gresock announced upcoming public hearings and comment periods for the Range USA development and the Chabad Jewish Center of Monroeville. Residents also promoted a food‑drive for local pantries.
Council (2nd Tuesday of every month, 7pm)
The Monroeville Council Work Session will review and act on items for the November 11 regular meeting, including the 2026 budget, tax millage, and salary/fee schedules. The agenda also includes a Show Cause Hearing on condemnation and demolition of eight properties—201 Madison Street, 320 Valley Road, 336 Steele Street, 2060 Monroeville Road, 2446 Pitcairn Road, 2789 Broadway Boulevard, and 3958 Monroeville Boulevard—and public hearings on conditional use applications for an indoor gun range at 300 Mall Boulevard and a place of worship at 2520 Mosside Boulevard. Additional actions include a resolution to spend up to $225,000.00 from the Police Federal Asset Seizure Fund for detective vehicles and nominations to various boards and commissions.
- Show Cause Hearing for condemnation and demolition of 201 Madison Street, 320 Valley Road, 336 Steele Street, 2060 Monroeville Road, 2446 Pitcairn Road, 2789 Broadway Boulevard, and 3958 Monroeville Boulevard
- Conditional Use Approval request by Range USA for an indoor gun range at 300 Mall Boulevard (Tax Parcel 638‑S‑240) in the Boulevard Zoning District
- Conditional Use Approval request by Chabad Jewish Center of Monroeville for a place of worship at 2520 Mosside Boulevard (Tax Parcel 857‑R‑023) in the Boulevard Zoning District
- Motion to adopt the 2026 budget of $41,390,705.00, set the real estate tax millage at 5.500 mills ($5.50 per $1,000 of assessed value), approve a 3% staff raise, and adopt the 2026 fee schedule
- Resolution to allocate up to $225,000.00 from the Police Federal Asset Seizure Fund to purchase detective vehicles
The council heard a presentation from Range USA seeking conditional use approval to operate an indoor gun range at 300 Mall Boulevard (Tax Parcel 638‑S‑240) in the Boulevard Zoning District. Council members asked numerous questions about safety, sound containment, background checks, and licensing, but no vote or formal decision was recorded. The request was left under discussion.
Zoning Hearing Board (1st Wednesday of every month, 7:00 pm)
The Monroeville Zoning Hearing Board will review a variance request (agenda item 25-16-A) submitted by Julieta Decker to build a 6‑foot solid fence on the front yard of 1300 Deerfield Drive, a corner lot in the R‑1 Single‑Family Residential District facing Saunders Station Road. The board will also vote on changing its regular meeting start time to 7:00 p.m. beginning January 7 2026. A work session is scheduled for November 5 2025 at about 7:00 p.m. in the Council Caucus Room of the Monroeville Municipal Building.
- Variance request (Agenda 25-16-A) for a 6‑ft solid fence at 1300 Deerfield Drive (Tax Parcel 979‑R‑278) in R‑1 zone.
- Proposal to change Zoning Hearing Board meeting start time to 7:00 p.m. effective January 7 2026.
- Work session scheduled for November 5 2025 at ~7:00 p.m. in the Council Caucus Room, 2700 Monroeville Boulevard.
- Approval of minutes from the October 1 2025 regular meeting.
The Zoning Hearing Board unanimously denied Application No. 25‑16‑A, which sought a six‑foot solid fence variance at 1300 Deerfield Drive. The board also approved the new meeting start time of 7 p.m. beginning January 7 2026, and approved the October 1 minutes. All motions were passed by voice vote.
- Approved October 1, 2025 minutes (voice vote, unanimous)
- Closed public testimony (voice vote, unanimous)
- Denied variance Application 25‑16‑A for six‑foot fence (voice vote, unanimous)
- Approved new meeting time of 7 p.m. effective Jan 7 2026 (voice vote, unanimous)
Planning Commission (3rd Wednesday of every month, 7:30 pm)
The Monroeville Planning Commission will review conditional use requests for an indoor gun range at 300 Mall Boulevard and a place of worship at 2520 Mosside Boulevard. The meeting will also include the approval of the September 17, 2025, minutes.
- Conditional use for indoor gun range at 300 Mall Boulevard (Tax Parcel 638-S-240)
- Conditional use for place of worship at 2520 Mosside Boulevard (Tax Parcel 857-R-023)
- Approval of September 17, 2025, regular meeting minutes
The commission approved the minutes from the September 17 meeting by unanimous voice vote. It then unanimously approved Conditional Use Application No. 25-6-C for Range USA to operate an indoor gun range at 300 Mall Boulevard. The commission also unanimously approved Conditional Use Application No. 25-7-C for the Chabad Jewish Center to relocate to 250 Mosside Boulevard, and adjourned the meeting.
- Approved September 17 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved Conditional Use Application No. 25-6-C for Range USA indoor gun range (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved Conditional Use Application No. 25-7-C for Chabad Jewish Center relocation (unanimous voice vote)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)
Council (2nd Tuesday of every month, 7pm)
The Monroeville Borough Council will consider routine approvals including minutes from prior meetings, tax collection reports, and September payroll and budget transfers. The council will review and vote on a list of Capital Improvement Program purchase orders, such as a communications control room update for $335,990 and various public‑works equipment. The council will also consider a resolution to distribute 2025 General Municipal Pension System Aid and three development applications: a subdivision consolidation at 412 Hazelnut Drive, a site‑plan for a fuel service/charging station at 4503 Old William Penn Highway, and a conditional use for the same site.
- Approve September bills ($1,672,259.01) and payroll ($1,291,159.80)
- Capital Improvement purchase: Communications Control Room Update – $335,990
- Purchase: Senior Center chairs for Social Hall – $26,387.50
- Subdivision approval (25-4-SUB) for 0.298‑acre lot at 412 Hazelnut Drive
- Resolution to authorize distribution of 2025 General Municipal Pension System Aid
The council unanimously approved Subdivision Application No. 25-4-SUB, consolidating two parcels into a 0.298‑acre lot at 412 Hazelnut Drive. The council also unanimously approved Conditional Use Application No. 25-5-C, allowing Sheetz to operate a fuel service and/or charging station at 4503 Old William Penn Highway. All other routine items, including minutes, tax collections, bills, payroll and the Capital Improvement Program, were approved unanimously.
- Approved Subdivision Application No. 25-4-SUB for 0.298‑acre lot at 412 Hazelnut Drive (unanimous)
- Approved Conditional Use Application No. 25-5-C for Sheetz fuel service/charging station at 4503 Old William Penn Highway (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of prior meetings (unanimous)
- Approved October 2025 tax collections (unanimous)
- Approved list of bills $1,672,259.01 and budget transfers $1,291,159.80 for September 2025 (unanimous)
- Approved payroll for September 2025 (unanimous)
- Approved Capital Improvement Program purchase orders (unanimous)
Citizens' Night (1st Tuesday of every month, 7pm)
The Citizens' Night meeting does not have a pre‑planned agenda. Attendees are directed to consult the Council Work Session agenda, which is listed in the Council section below the Citizens' Night section. No specific items are scheduled for discussion at this meeting.
The Citizens’ Night meeting was called to order at 7:04 p.m. and adjourned at 7:11 p.m. Residents voiced concerns about the material used on a recently paved road, and the mayor explained the current treatment and said the road will be re‑evaluated during the next paving schedule. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded.
Council (2nd Tuesday of every month, 7pm)
The Monroeville Council work session will hear public comment and then act on several development applications, including a conditional use and a site‑plan approval for a fuel service and charging station requested by Sampson Morris Group/Sheetz at 4503 Old William Penn Highway. The session also includes a subdivision approval for 412 Hazelnut Drive, multiple capital‑improvement purchase orders, and a resolution to distribute 2025 General Municipal Pension System aid. Additional items are reports on tax collections, payroll, and upcoming community events.
- Conditional Use Approval request by Sampson Morris Group/Sheetz for a fuel service/charging station at 4503 Old William Penn Highway (Tax Parcel 855‑R‑302)
- Site Plan Approval request by the same applicant for the same location
- Subdivision Approval request by Ronald and Annette Cappuccio for 412 Hazelnut Drive, consolidating two parcels into one lot
- Capital Improvement Program purchase orders, including a Communications Control Room update costing $335,990.00
- Resolution authorizing distribution of the 2025 General Municipal Pension System Aid
The Monroeville Council held a public hearing on Conditional Use 25-5-C for Sampson Morris Group’s proposed fuel service and charging station at 4503 Old William Penn Highway (Tax Parcel 855‑R‑302). Representatives from the applicant and Sheetz presented site plans, traffic impacts, and voluntary contributions for signal improvements, and council members asked numerous questions about access, parking, and traffic control. The discussion covered zoning compliance, storm‑water, and preservation of wooded areas, but the minutes do not record any vote or final decision on the application.
Zoning Hearing Board (1st Wednesday of every month, 7:00 pm)
The Zoning Hearing Board held a public hearing on conditional use application 25-5-C submitted by Sampson Morris Group for a fuel service and charging station at 4503 Old William Penn Highway. Board members and staff heard presentations and questions regarding site layout, traffic impacts, and voluntary contributions for signal improvements. No vote or formal decision was recorded during the meeting.
Planning Commission (3rd Wednesday of every month, 7:30 pm)
The Monroeville Planning Commission will review three new business items. Two items request site plan and conditional use approvals for a fuel service and/or charging station by Sampson Morris Group at 4503 Old William Penn Highway in the M-1 Planned Industrial district. The third item seeks preliminary and final subdivision approval to combine two parcels into one lot at 412 Hazelnut Drive in the R-2 Single-Family district.
- 25-1-ST: Site plan approval for Sampson Morris Group’s fuel service/charging station at 4503 Old William Penn Highway (M-1 Planned Industrial zoning)
- 25-5-C: Conditional use approval for Sampson Morris Group’s fuel service/charging station at the same address
- 25-4-SUB: Subdivision approval to merge parcels 742-C-347 (0.181 ac) and 742-C-350 (0.117 ac) into one 0.298‑acre lot at 412 Hazelnut Drive (R-2 Single-Family zoning)
The commission approved the minutes from the June 18, 2025 meeting by unanimous voice vote. It also approved Subdivision Application No. 25-4-SUB to combine two parcels at 412 Hazelnut Drive. Additionally, the commission approved Site Plan Application No. 25-1-ST and Conditional Use Application No. 25-5-C for a fuel service and charging station at 4503 Old William Penn Highway, both by unanimous voice vote.
- Approved June 18, 2025 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved Subdivision Application No. 25-4-SUB (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved Site Plan Application No. 25-1-ST (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved Conditional Use Application No. 25-5-C (unanimous voice vote)
Council (2nd Tuesday of every month, 7pm)
The Monroeville Council will approve the minutes from recent meetings, tax collection reports, and the August budget transfers and payroll totals. It will consider a motion to accept a $243,500 DCNR grant for the Valley Park‑Connector‑Trail project and a motion to advertise a date change for the November Citizens’ Night. A resolution will authorize the 2026 minimum municipal obligation for the Police (3.4% increase) and Non‑Uniform (16.8% increase) pension plans.
- Approve minutes from August Citizens’ Night, Work Session, and Regular Meeting
- Approve August tax collection reports and budget transfers (Bills $2,010,506.72; Payroll $1,934,298.51)
- Motion to accept DCNR grant of $243,500 for Valley Park‑Connector‑Trail development
- Resolution authorizing 2026 pension funding increase: Police $2,403,032 (3.4%); Non‑Uniform $1,019,369 (16.8%)
- Motion to advertise November Citizens’ Night date change to November 6
The council unanimously approved the August meeting minutes, the September tax collection report, and the August list of bills and payroll. It also approved motions to advertise a date change for Citizens’ Night, to accept the drop of a $243,500 DCNR grant, and to transfer a property on Mosside Boulevard to the Tri‑COG Land Bank. Additionally, the council adopted resolutions authorizing the 2026 Minimum Municipal Obligation for the police ($2,403,032) and non‑uniform ($1,019,369) pension plans and to execute the FTMSA Second Amendment. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved August 7 and August 12 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved September 2025 tax collection report (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved August 2025 list of bills ($2,010,506.72) and payroll ($1,934,298.51) (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved motion to advertise Citizens’ Night date change to Nov 6 (unanimous roll call)
- Accepted drop letter for $243,500 DCNR grant (unanimous roll call)
- Approved property disposition to Tri‑COG Land Bank, Mosside Blvd Lot/Block 857‑M‑351 (unanimous roll call)
- Approved 2026 Minimum Municipal Obligation for police ($2,403,032) and non‑uniform ($1,019,369) pension plans (unanimous roll call)
- Approved execution of FTMSA Second Amendment to 2019 Consent Order (unanimous roll call)
Zoning Hearing Board (1st Wednesday of every month, 7:00 pm)
The Monroeville Zoning Hearing Board will review a dimensional variance for a shed at 115 Elmwood Street that currently violates setback rules. The board will also hold a work session before the meeting at the Municipal Building.
- Variance request 25-14-A for 8’x10’ shed at 115 Elmwood Street (Tax Parcel: 639-R-168)
- Work session at 7:00 p.m. in Council Caucus Room, Monroeville Municipal Building
The board approved the minutes from the August 6, 2025 meeting by unanimous voice vote. It also approved Application 25-11-A, granting a dimensional variance to replace an existing shed at 115 Elmwood Street, also by unanimous voice vote. Both motions were carried without opposition.
- Approved August 6, 2025 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved Application 25-11-A variance for 115 Elmwood St. (unanimous voice vote)
Citizens' Night (1st Tuesday of every month, 7pm)
This meeting does not have a pre-planned agenda. Residents are directed to the Council Work Session agenda for scheduled items.
The meeting consisted of public comments on Cavitt Road conditions and deer over‑population, and a presentation on fire‑department vehicle replacement costs. No votes, approvals, or other formal decisions were recorded. The council indicated the fire‑vehicle issues will be addressed in the next fire agreement.
Council (2nd Tuesday of every month, 7pm)
The Monroeville Council held a Citizens’ Night meeting on September 2, 2025, allowing residents to address municipal matters. A work session followed, discussing items to be acted on at the September 9 Council Meeting, including budget reports, capital projects, and a grant drop letter for the Valley Park-Connector-Trail Development.
- Motion to change November Citizens’ Night and Work Session dates to November 6 due to Election Day
- Motion to accept $243,500 DCNR grant drop letter for Valley Park-Connector-Trail Development
- Approval of August 2025 bills ($1,469,647.22) and payroll ($1,833,264.17)
- Discussion of 2026 Minimum Municipal Obligation for Police and Non-Uniform Pension Plans under Act 205 of 1984
- Community Day/Fall Festival scheduled for September 13 at Monroeville Community Park West
The Monroeville Council Work Session discussed several items, including a grant drop letter, a property disposition, and pension funding resolutions, but no votes or approvals were recorded for those motions. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn, which passed unanimously by voice vote.
- Adjourned meeting at 7:33 p.m. (unanimous voice vote)
Planning Commission (3rd Wednesday of every month, 7:30 pm)
The Monroeville Planning Commission has canceled its regular monthly meeting scheduled for August 20, 2025. The next meeting is set for September 17, 2025, at 7:30 pm in Council Chambers.
Council (2nd Tuesday of every month, 7pm)
Monroeville Council will vote on a six-year capital investment plan and several grant applications for emergency equipment and facility upgrades. The body is also reviewing a subdivision request and an agreement for county road snow removal.
- 2025-2030 Municipal Capital Improvement Program totaling $38,777,823.00
- Grant application for $275,346.89 to purchase thermal imaging cameras for five fire departments
- Grant application for $150,000 for Tall Trees Amphitheatre Enhancement and ADA Accessibility Project
- Subdivision approval for tax parcel 638-J-090 (James and Sigrid Hawkins)
- Agreement with Allegheny County for snow and ice control on County Roads for 2025-2028
The Monroeville Council unanimously approved several items, including a subdivision application, multiple grant and partnership resolutions, and two ordinances. The council also adopted the 2025‑2030 Municipal Capital Improvements Program totaling $38,777,823. All motions passed by roll‑call or voice vote with no recorded dissent.
- Approved Subdivision Application No. 25-3‑SUB (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 25‑32 authorizing municipal records disposition (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 25‑33 for a $275,346.89 fire‑camera grant application (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 25‑34 for a $150,000 Tall Trees Amphitheatre grant application (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 25‑35 authorizing snow and ice control agreement with Allegheny County (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 25‑36 authorizing lease for a Real‑Time Crime Center (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 2806 amending civil service commission rules (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 2807 adopting the 2025‑2030 Capital Improvements Program ($38,777,823) (unanimous)
Citizens' Night (1st Tuesday of every month, 7pm)
This meeting does not have a pre-planned agenda. Residents are directed to refer to the Council Work Session agenda.
Residents voiced concerns about relocating the public works facility, Walmart's Monroeville Mall redevelopment, security at the mall, and a traffic stop near the municipal building. Mayor Gresack reported that no capital‑improvements plans have been submitted yet and that public‑input meetings on the mall redevelopment are expected later this summer or fall. No formal votes or approvals were recorded during the meeting.
Council (2nd Tuesday of every month, 7pm)
Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed six-year infrastructure and equipment plan. The work session includes discussions on grant applications for fire equipment and amphitheater upgrades, as well as a subdivision request.
- Proposed 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Program totaling $38,777,823.00
- Grant application for $275,346.89 to purchase thermal imaging cameras for five fire companies
- Grant application for $150,000 for Tall Trees Amphitheatre Enhancement and ADA Accessibility Project
- Subdivision approval request for tax parcel 638-J-090 by James and Sigrid Hawkins
- Agreement with Allegheny County for snow and ice control on County Roads
The council heard a presentation of the proposed 2025‑2030 Capital Improvement Program totaling $38,777,823. Members discussed project details, funding sources, and potential future items such as a public works building, library upgrades, and drone technology. No formal vote or approval was recorded; the hearing was closed without a decision.
Zoning Hearing Board (1st Wednesday of every month, 7:00 pm)
The Monroeville Zoning Hearing Board will consider four applications for special exceptions and dimensional variances. These requests involve residential animal husbandry, fencing, signage, and carport installation.
- Request to install a chicken coop and raise up to four hens at 911 Garden City Drive
- Request for a variance to build a 6’ tall solid fence at 4412 Helmar Drive
- Request for a dimensional variance for a 30 square foot electronic sign at 4030 William Penn Highway
- Request for a special exception and variance to install a 12’x20’ carport at 161 Willow Drive
The board approved the June 4, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous voice vote. It then unanimously approved Application 25‑10‑A, granting a special exception for a four‑hen chicken coop at 911 Garden City Drive. The board also unanimously approved Application 25‑11‑A, allowing a six‑foot cedar fence on 4412 Delmar Drive, and Application 25‑12‑A, granting a dimensional variance for an electronic sign at 4030 William Penn Highway.
- Approved June 4, 2025 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved Application 25‑10‑A chicken coop special exception (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved Application 25‑11‑A six‑foot cedar fence variance (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved Application 25‑12‑A electronic sign dimensional variance (unanimous voice vote)
Planning Commission (3rd Wednesday of every month, 7:30 pm)
The regular monthly meeting of the Monroeville Planning Commission scheduled for July 16, 2025, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 20, 2025.
Council (2nd Tuesday of every month, 7pm)
Monroeville Council will vote on two development applications and the adoption of updated Civil Service Rules and Regulations. The body will also discuss scheduling a public hearing for the 5-year Capital Improvement Program.
- Subdivision approval for James and Sigrid Hawkins to divide tax parcel 638-J-090 into two lots
- Conditional Use Approval for Gujjar Auto to operate a vehicle repair garage at 2530 Monroeville Boulevard
- Approval of June bills totaling $1,660,000.79 and payroll totaling $1,352,737.37
- Motion to advertise an Ordinance adopting amended Civil Service Rules and Regulations
- Proposed public hearing on August 7, 2025, for the 5-year Capital Improvement Program
The council approved routine items including meeting minutes, tax collections, bills, budget transfers and payroll. It tabled Subdivision Application 25-3-SUB and approved a conditional use for Gujjar Auto at 2530 Monroeville Boulevard. Additional motions to reschedule Citizens’ Night and to advertise a public hearing for the Five‑Year Capital Improvement Program were also approved.
- Approved minutes of June meetings (unanimous)
- Approved July 2025 tax collection report (unanimous)
- Approved List of Bills $1,660,000.79 and Budget Transfers $1,352,737.37 (unanimous)
- Approved payroll (unanimous)
- Tabled Subdivision Application 25-3-SUB (unanimous)
- Approved Conditional Use 25-4-C for Gujjar Auto, 2530 Monroeville Blvd (unanimous)
- Approved rescheduling Citizens’ Night to Aug 7, 2025 (unanimous)
- Approved advertising public hearing for Five‑Year Capital Improvement Program (unanimous)
Zoning Hearing Board (1st Wednesday of every month, 7:00 pm)
The Zoning Hearing Board meeting scheduled for July 2, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 6, 2025.
Citizens' Night (1st Tuesday of every month, 7pm)
This meeting does not have a pre-planned agenda. Residents are directed to refer to the Council Work Session agenda.
The meeting consisted of resident comments and departmental updates. Deputy Mayor Eric Poach said a surveillance request for early‑morning vehicle break‑ins would be addressed, and Director Paul Estock was tasked with responding to concerns about a parade float displaying a Confederate flag. Waste Management donated 20 trash boxes for the Fourth of July Parade, and public works will handle cleanup. No votes or formal approvals were recorded.
Council (2nd Tuesday of every month, 7pm)
The Council will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use request for a vehicle repair garage. The work session includes discussions on land subdivision and the 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Program.
- Conditional Use Approval for Gujjar Auto vehicle repair garage at 2530 Monroeville Boulevard
- Subdivision approval for James and Sigrid Hawkins to divide tax parcel 638-J-090 into two lots
- June bills totaling $1,660,000.79 and payroll totaling $1,352,737.37
- Proposed ordinance to adopt amended Civil Service Rules and Regulations
- Public hearing advertisement for the 5-year Capital Improvement Program
The council approved the minutes of the Citizens’ Night Meeting on June 3, the June 3 work session, and the June 10 regular council meeting. It also approved the June tax‑collection report. Finally, the council approved the list of bills totaling $1,660,000.79 and budget transfers/payroll of $1,352,737.37 for June.
- Approved minutes of June 3 Citizens’ Night Meeting, June 3 Work Session, and June 10 Regular Council Meeting
- Approved June tax‑collection report
- Approved list of bills ($1,660,000.79) and budget transfers/payroll ($1,352,737.37) for June
Planning Commission (3rd Wednesday of every month, 7:30 pm)
The Planning Commission will consider two new business applications. These include a request to subdivide a tax parcel into two lots and a request for conditional use approval to operate a vehicle repair garage.
- Subdivision of tax parcel 638-J-090 into two lots for James and Sigrid Hawkins
- Conditional use approval for Gujjar Auto to operate a vehicle service repair garage at 2530 Monroeville Boulevard
The commission unanimously approved the minutes from April 16, 2025. It approved Subdivision Application No. 25-3‑SUB to split Tax Parcel 638‑J‑090 into two lots. It also approved Conditional Use Application No. 25‑4‑C for 2530 Monroeville Boulevard, adding conditions that sidewalk repairs be completed by the end of August and parking‑lot repairs by year‑end. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved April 16, 2025 minutes (voice vote, unanimous)
- Approved Subdivision Application No. 25-3‑SUB (voice vote, unanimous)
- Approved Conditional Use Application No. 25‑4‑C with sidewalk repair by Aug and parking‑lot repair by year‑end (voice vote, unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting at 7:53 p.m. (voice vote, unanimous)
Council (2nd Tuesday of every month, 7pm)
Council will vote on accepting bids for road repaving, fog sealing, and seal coating. The body is also considering ordinances regarding truck restrictions on Jamison Lane and zoning text amendments.
- 2025 Road Program bids totaling $1,961,140.01 (Tresco Paving Corporation and Russell Standard Corporation)
- Ordinance enacting truck restrictions on Jamison Lane
- Ordinance amending the Monroeville Zoning Ordinance
- Approval of May bills ($1,377,405.18) and payroll ($1,292,460.70)
- Household Hazardous Waste and Electronic Collection Event on June 21
The council unanimously approved the $2.2 million 2025 road paving program, including bids for seal coating, milling and overlay work. It also unanimously adopted Ordinance 2804 imposing truck restrictions on Jamison Lane and Ordinance 2805 amending the zoning ordinance. Additional routine items approved unanimously were the minutes of prior meetings, tax collection reports, the May list of bills and payroll, and the May payroll.
- Approved minutes of May meetings (unanimous roll call)
- Approved tax collection reports (unanimous roll call)
- Approved List of Bills $1,377,405.18 and Budget Transfers $1,292,460.70 for May (unanimous roll call)
- Approved May payroll (unanimous roll call)
- Approved all three bids for 2025 road paving program (~$2.2 M) (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved Ordinance 2804 (truck restrictions on Jamison Lane) (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved Ordinance 2805 (zoning amendments) (unanimous roll call)
Zoning Hearing Board (1st Wednesday of every month, 7:00 pm)
The Monroeville Zoning Hearing Board will meet to review a special exception request. The board is deciding whether to allow a resident to install a chicken coop and raise up to four hens.
- Special Exception request 25-9-A for 205 Sunset Drive to raise no more than four hens
The Zoning Hearing Board approved the minutes from the March 5 and May 7 meetings by unanimous voice vote. It then approved Application No. 25‑9‑A, granting a special exception for the applicant to install a fenced chicken coop for up to four hens at 205 Sunset Drive, also by unanimous voice vote. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous voice vote.
- Approved March 5 and May 7 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved Application 25‑9‑A – special exception for a chicken coop at 205 Sunset Drive (unanimous voice vote)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)
Council (2nd Tuesday of every month, 7pm)
Council will hold a public hearing regarding omnibus text amendments to the Monroeville Zoning Ordinance. The work session includes discussions on road paving bids and truck restrictions on Jamison Lane, with final actions scheduled for June 10, 2025.
- Public hearing on proposed omnibus text amendments to Ordinance No. 2779 (Zoning Ordinance)
- 2025 Paving Program bid from Tresco Paving Corporation for $1,334,236.50
- 2025 Sealcoat Program bid from Russell Standard Corporation for $398,236.02
- 2025 Fog Seal Program bid from Russell Standard Corporation for $228,667.49
- Proposed ordinance enacting truck restrictions on Jamison Lane
Citizens' Night (1st Tuesday of every month, 7pm)
This meeting does not have a pre-planned agenda. The document directs participants to refer to the Council Work Session agenda.
Mayor Nick Gresock reported that the four‑way stop in front of the municipal building is expected to be repaired by October. He also said the Monroeville Mall redevelopment with Walmart and Cyprus Equities has no master plan yet and that the municipality will schedule public‑input meetings over the next few months. No applications, permits, or formal decisions were recorded during the meeting.
Planning Commission (3rd Wednesday of every month, 7:30 pm)
The regular monthly meeting of the Monroeville Planning Commission scheduled for May 21, 2025, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for June 18, 2025.
Council (2nd Tuesday of every month, 7pm)
The Monroeville Council will consider several action items including a resolution authorizing a SINC-UP traffic signal coordination project on State Route 48/Mosside Boulevard with a municipal contribution of $237,139. Other items include a subdivision on Orchard Street, a lease agreement with Garden City Swim and Tennis Club, a sidewalk waiver for Reclamation Church, and a $250,000 grant application for the Valley Park Bridge project. The meeting also includes a presentation on municipal financing for capital improvement planning.
- Subdivision approval for three lots on Orchard Street (25-2-SUB)
- Lease agreement with Garden City Swim and Tennis Club for maintenance responsibilities
- SINC-UP traffic signal project on Mosside Boulevard with $237,139 local share
- Sidewalk waiver for Reclamation Church on St. Martins Drive (1,337 sf)
- $250,000 Greenways, Trails and Recreation Program grant application for Valley Park Bridge
The council heard public comment from resident Linda Quinn about extending municipal maintenance on the last 179 feet of Orchard Street. A presentation on municipal financing and borrowing capacity was given by Mike McCaig of Raymond James. Council members discussed the upcoming capital‑budget process and the public‑works building, but no motions were adopted or votes recorded.
Zoning Hearing Board (1st Wednesday of every month, 7:00 pm)
The Zoning Hearing Board will review three applications for special exceptions and a dimensional variance. Two residents are seeking permission to raise up to four hens. One applicant is also requesting a variance to place a chicken coop in a required front yard.
- Special Exception request for chicken coop and up to 4 hens at 310 Oakwood Drive
- Special Exception request for chicken coop and up to 4 hens at 1306 Abers Creek Road
- Dimensional variance request for a 10’x24’ chicken coop in the front yard at 1306 Abers Creek Road
The Zoning Hearing Board approved Special Exception Application 26-6-A for Steven Hensel to keep up to four hens. It also approved Application 25-7-A for Nicole Bittner to keep up to four hens. Finally, it approved Variance Application 25-8-A allowing a 10‑by‑24‑foot chicken coop in the front yard. All motions passed by unanimous voice vote.
- Approved Special Exception Application 26-6-A for Steven Hensel (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved Application 25-7-A for Nicole Bittner (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved Variance Application 25-8-A for Nicole Bittner (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved minutes of the April 2, 2025 meeting (unanimous voice vote)
Council (2nd Tuesday of every month, 7pm)
Council is reviewing several items for potential action at the May 13 meeting. Discussion includes a land subdivision on Orchard Street, truck restrictions on Jamison Lane, and a $250,000 grant application for the Valley Park Bridge Project.
- Subdivision of a vacant lot on Orchard Street into three 0.19-acre lots
- Grant application for $250,000 for the Valley Park Bridge Project
- Proposed truck restrictions on Jamison Lane
- Text amendments to the Monroeville Zoning Ordinance
- April bills totaling $1,311,692.12 and payroll totaling $1,195,543.00
The council approved a resolution to file a $250,000 Greenways, Trails and Recreation Program grant for the Valley Park Bridge project. It also approved a waiver releasing the Reclamation Church from the sidewalk installation required by Ordinances 1016 and 2235. No vote tallies were recorded for these actions. Other items such as a subdivision request and ordinance amendments were discussed but not decided.
- Approved filing of $250,000 GTRP grant for Valley Park Bridge project
- Approved waiver releasing Reclamation Church from required sidewalk installation
Citizens' Night (1st Tuesday of every month, 7pm)
This meeting does not have a pre-planned agenda. Residents are directed to refer to the Council Work Session agenda for scheduled items.
The meeting opened with Mayor Gresack praising public works and police response to a recent storm. Residents raised concerns about the Homestead Tax exemption, traffic congestion near Berkley Way, and emergency‑management practices. No formal resolutions, approvals, or votes were recorded.
Planning Commission (3rd Wednesday of every month, 7:30 pm)
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a preliminary and final subdivision request from Laurel Highlands Surveying Co. to divide a vacant lot along Orchard Street into three 0.19-acre lots in the R-2 zoning district. The commission will also vote on approval of minutes from the March 19, 2025 regular meeting.
- Subdivision request 25-2-SUB: preliminary and final approval to split tax parcel 746-A-368 into three lots (0.19 acres each) on Orchard Street
- Approval of March 19, 2025 regular meeting minutes
The commission approved the minutes from the March 19, 2025 meeting by unanimous voice vote. It then approved Subdivision Application No. 25-2‑SUB to split Tax Parcel 746‑A‑368 into three 0.19‑acre lots in the R‑2 Single/Multi‑Family zone, also by unanimous voice vote. The meeting was adjourned at 7:39 p.m. after a unanimous voice vote.
- Approved March 19, 2025 minutes (voice vote, unanimous)
- Approved Subdivision Application No. 25-2‑SUB for Tax Parcel 746‑A‑368 (voice vote, unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting at 7:39 p.m. (voice vote, unanimous)
Council (2nd Tuesday of every month, 7pm)
Monroeville Council will consider two conditional use applications: a child daycare at 4328 Northern Pike and a substance abuse treatment facility at 279 Center Road. Other actions include property dispositions to the Tri-COG Land Bank for parcels on Willow Drive and 736 Patton Street Ext, advertising ordinances for extending Orchard Lane and truck restrictions on Jamison Lane, and a resolution to request a $500,000 state grant for storm sewer rehabilitation. The meeting also includes approval of bills totaling $1.82 million and payroll of $1.22 million.
- Conditional use for Love and Bright Beginnings daycare at 4328 Northern Pike (BLVD district)
- Conditional use for Pyramid Healthcare substance abuse facility at 279 Center Road (BLVD district)
- Motion to dispose of two properties to Tri-COG Land Bank: Willow Drive and 736 Patton Street Ext
- Resolution authorizing bids for 2025 Road Resurfacing Program
- Resolution to request $500,000 state grant for Storm Sewer Rehabilitation
The Monroeville Council unanimously approved the meeting minutes and a series of budget, payroll and procurement items. It approved the 2025 Commodity Bids and the 2025 surplus/equipment auction. The council voted 5‑2 to approve a conditional use for Pyramid Healthcare’s substance‑abuse facility and unanimously approved a conditional use for Laura Land Company’s child‑care center. It also approved two property dispositions and advertised ordinances for Orchard Lane extension and Jamison Lane truck restrictions.
- Approved minutes of March 4 meetings (unanimous)
- Approved Reports of Tax Collections (6‑1)
- Approved $1.82M list of bills and $1.23M budget transfers (unanimous)
- Approved 2025 Commodity Bids (unanimous)
- Approved Conditional Use 25‑2‑C for Pyramid Healthcare (5‑2)
- Approved property disposition on Willow Drive, Lot 640‑K‑118 (unanimous)
- Approved advertisement of ordinance extending Orchard Lane (6‑1)
- Approved advertisement of ordinance restricting 45‑ft trucks on Jamison Lane (unanimous)
Zoning Hearing Board (1st Wednesday of every month, 7:00 pm)
The Monroeville Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing to decide two variance requests. One request seeks to exceed the accessory structure size limit by 4,500 square feet at 300 Seco Road. The other requests a front yard setback reduction of 22 feet for a house on Orchard Street. The board will also approve the minutes from the March 5 meeting.
- Variance request by 300 Seco Road Partners, LLC to build a 5,000 sq ft accessory structure (exceeds 500 sq ft limit by 4,500 sq ft) at 300 Seco Road (M-1 Planned Industrial District)
- Dimensional variance request by Carlos Scott to encroach 22 feet into the required 30-foot front yard setback for a house on a corner lot on Orchard Street (R-2 Single/Multi-Family District)
- Work session scheduled for 7:00 p.m. prior to the regular meeting at 7:30 p.m.
- Approval of minutes from the regular meeting of March 5, 2025
The board approved Application No. 25-A, granting 300 Seco Road Partners, LLC a variance to build a 5,000‑sq‑ft accessory structure in the M‑1 Planned Industrial District. The board also approved Application No. 25-5-A, granting Carlos Scott a dimensional variance to encroach the 30‑foot front‑yard setback on his Orchard Street lot. Both motions passed by voice vote with unanimous support.
- Approved Application No. 25-A for 300 Seco Road Partners, LLC (voice vote, unanimous)
- Approved Application No. 25-5-A for Carlos Scott (voice vote, unanimous)
Council (2nd Tuesday of every month, 7pm)
The Monroeville Council work session includes two conditional use public hearings: a child daycare at 4328 Northern Pike (Love and Bright Beginnings) and a substance abuse treatment facility at 279 Center Road (Pyramid Healthcare). The council will also discuss motions to dispose of two properties via the Tri-COG Land Bank, authorize a fire service analysis, advertise ordinances for road extensions and truck restrictions, and adopt resolutions for road resurfacing bids, a library board appointment, and a $500,000 storm sewer grant request. Bills for March total $1,822,962.16 and payroll $1,223,896.96.
- Conditional use hearing for Love and Bright Beginnings child daycare at 4328 Northern Pike (Suites 101,105,107), Boulevard District
- Conditional use hearing for Pyramid Healthcare substance abuse treatment facility at 279 Center Road, Boulevard District
- Motions to approve property disposition for Tri-COG Land Bank on Willow Drive and 736 Patton Street Ext
- Ordinance to enact truck restrictions on Jamison Lane
- Resolution to request a $500,000 Pennsylvania Small Water and Sewer Program grant for storm sewer rehabilitation
The Monroeville Council conducted public hearings for two conditional use applications. A motion to close the Love and Bright Beginnings hearing was passed unanimously. A motion to open the Pyramid Healthcare hearing was also passed unanimously. No substantive approvals or denials were recorded.
- Motion to close Love and Bright Beginnings public hearing passed unanimously (voice vote)
- Motion to open Pyramid Healthcare public hearing passed unanimously (voice vote)
Citizens' Night (1st Tuesday of every month, 7pm)
Residents voiced concerns about the Pyramid Healthcare conditional use, the Monroeville Mall redevelopment, road maintenance, and other local issues. The council and mayor noted that information will be presented as it becomes available, but no votes or official actions were recorded. The meeting concluded with no substantive decisions.
Planning Commission (3rd Wednesday of every month, 7:30 pm)
The Monroeville Planning Commission will consider two conditional use applications at its March 19 meeting. One is for a child daycare at 4328 Northern Pike (tabled from February), the other for a substance abuse treatment facility at 279 Center Road.
- Conditional use for child daycare (Love and Bright Beginnings) at 4328 Northern Pike, suites 101, 105 & 107 – tabled from February
- Conditional use for substance abuse treatment facility (Pyramid Healthcare, Inc.) at 279 Center Road
- Both properties are in the BLVD (Boulevard) zoning district
The commission approved the February 9, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous voice vote. It approved the conditional use request for Love and Bright Beginnings child‑care center (Conditional Use 25-1-C) by unanimous voice vote. It also approved the conditional use request for Pyramid Healthcare substance‑abuse treatment facility (Conditional Use 25-2-C) by unanimous roll‑call vote. The meeting was adjourned at 7:45 p.m. by unanimous voice vote.
- Approved February 9, 2025 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved Conditional Use 25-1-C for Love and Bright Beginnings child‑care (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved Conditional Use 25-2-C for Pyramid Healthcare substance‑abuse facility (unanimous roll‑call vote)
- Adjourned meeting at 7:45 p.m. (unanimous voice vote)
Council (2nd Tuesday of every month, 7pm)
The Monroeville Council will vote on approving a bid for the Monroeville Boulevard, Municipal Driveway and Northern Pike (SR2081) signal project at $401,892.68. The agenda also includes swearing in three new police officers, a subdivision request by the Municipal Authority at 4185 and 4189 Old William Penn Highway, and several grant resolutions and board appointments.
- Approval of bid for Monroeville Boulevard, Municipal Driveway and Northern Pike (SR2081) Signal Project No. 25-01-TS to Bronder Technical Services, Inc. for $401,892.68
- Swearing in of new police officers Michael Ragan, Grady Fagan, and Miguel Armijo
- Preliminary and final subdivision approval for Monroeville Municipal Authority to split tax parcel 637-S-232 into two lots at 4185 and 4189 Old William Penn Highway
- Resolution authorizing $5,500 in grant funds for the Memorial Day Parade
- Resolution authorizing $12,000 in grant funds for Monroeville Independence Festivities
Council approved the lowest bid of $401,892.68 from Bronder Technical Service for the Monroeville Boulevard, Municipal Driveway and Northern Pike signal project, with the municipality responsible for $94,000 and the remainder covered by a Green Light Go grant. Three new police officers were sworn in, and several resolutions were approved, including grant distributions for the Memorial Day Parade and Independence Festivities, and appointments to boards. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved $401,892.68 signal project bid to Bronder Technical Service (unanimous)
- Swore in police officers Grady Fagan, Michael Ragan, and Miguel Armijo
- Approved $5,500 grant for Memorial Day Parade (unanimous)
- Approved $12,000 grant for Monroeville Independence Festivities (unanimous)
- Approved subdivision 25-1-SUB for Monroeville Municipal Authority (unanimous)
- Appointed Martin Kinnuen to Library Board (unanimous)
- Appointed Zachary Prucnal to Planning Commission (unanimous)
- Appointed Nathanial Muzika to Recreation and Parks Advisory Board (unanimous)
Zoning Hearing Board (1st Wednesday of every month, 7:00 pm)
The Monroeville Zoning Hearing Board will decide on three applications at its March 5, 2025 meeting: a requested variance to reduce required parking from 196 to 64 spaces for Pyramid Healthcare at 279 Center Road, a special exception to establish an apiary at 1359 Abers Creek Road, and a variance to construct a 6-foot solid front-yard fence on a corner lot at 2410 Mount Pleasant Road.
- 25-1-A: Pyramid Healthcare, Inc. requests variance to reduce parking from 196 to 64 spaces at 279 Center Road (BLVD district)
- 25-2-A: Mark VerHill requests special exception for apiary (beehive colony) at 1359 Abers Creek Road (R-2 district)
- 25-3-A: Dustin Matos requests variance to build 6-foot solid fence in front yard at 2410 Mount Pleasant Road, a corner lot (R-2 district)
The Monroeville Zoning Hearing Board unanimously approved a variance allowing Pyramid Healthcare to reduce required parking from 196 to 64 spaces for a substance abuse treatment facility at 279 Center Road. The board also approved a special exception for an apiary at 1359 Abers Creek Road and a fence variance at 2410 Mount Pleasant Road. All decisions were unanimous.
- Approved parking variance for Pyramid Healthcare (25-1-A) reducing required spaces from 196 to 64 (unanimous)
- Approved special exception for apiary at 1359 Abers Creek Road (25-2-A) (unanimous)
- Approved fence variance at 2410 Mount Pleasant Road (25-3-A) for six-foot solid fence in front yard (unanimous)
Council (2nd Tuesday of every month, 7pm)
Monroeville Council is reviewing items for action at the March 11 meeting, including signal project bids and a subdivision request. The session also includes the swearing-in of three new police officers and several board appointments.
- Bids for Monroeville Boulevard, Municipal Driveway and Northern Pike Signal Project: Bronder Technical Services ($401,892.68) and Bruce-Merrilees Electric Company ($428,442.00)
- Subdivision approval for Monroeville Municipal Authority at 4185 and 4189 Old William Penn Highway
- Grant funds of $5,500 for Memorial Day Parade and $12,000 for Monroeville Independence Festivities
- February bills totaling $1,435,722.14 and payroll totaling $1,294,657.32
- Appointments to the Planning Commission, Library Board, Recreation & Parks Advisory Board, and Convention Visitors Bureau
The council held a work session and discussed a proposed capital improvements program, including a potential $50 million bond for a new public works facility and other building upgrades. No formal votes were taken on these items; the manager plans to present a draft capital improvements budget soon. The council also reviewed routine items like bills, tax reports, and several resolutions for future approval.
- Approved minutes of previous meetings (unanimous)
- Approved Reports of Tax Collections (no discussion)
- Approved List of Bills of $1,435,722.14 and Payroll of $1,294,657.32 (no discussion)
- Discussed bids for Monroeville Blvd signal project; lowest bidder to be selected at council meeting
- Discussed Resolution 25-7 for subdivision approval (no vote)
- Discussed Resolutions 25-8 through 25-14 for grants, banners, and appointments (no vote)
- Discussed capital improvements program and $50M bond for public works facility (no vote)
Citizens' Night (1st Tuesday of every month, 7pm)
This meeting does not have a pre-planned agenda. Residents are directed to refer to the Council Work Session agenda for specific items.
The Monroeville Citizens' Night meeting on March 4, 2025, was called to order at 7 p.m. by Mayor Nick Gresock, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence. No citizens came forward to make comments, and the meeting was adjourned at 7:02 p.m. No substantive decisions were made.
- Meeting called to order at 7 p.m. by Mayor Nick Gresock
- Pledge of Allegiance recited and moment of silence observed
- No public comments received
- Meeting adjourned at 7:02 p.m.
Planning Commission (3rd Wednesday of every month, 7:30 pm)
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a conditional use application from Laura Land Company to operate a child daycare center at 4328 Northern Pike, suites 101, 105, and 107, in the Boulevard zoning district. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and reorganization.
- Conditional use request for Love and Bright Beginnings child daycare at 4328 Northern Pike, suites 101, 105, 107 (parcel 856-S-012, BLVD district)
- Approval of minutes from the November 20, 2024 regular meeting
The Monroeville Planning Commission approved a subdivision application from the Monroeville Municipal Authority to split a property into two lots, and tabled a conditional use application for a daycare center at the applicant's request. The commission also reorganized its leadership, appointing Paula Montgomery as chairperson, Heidi Lawrence as vice-chairperson, and Bruce Walker as secretary.
- Approved Subdivision Application 25-1-SUB for Monroeville Municipal Authority (unanimous)
- Tabled Conditional Use Application 25-1-C for Love and Bright Beginnings daycare (unanimous)
- Appointed Paula Montgomery as chairperson (unanimous)
- Appointed Heidi Lawrence as vice-chairperson (unanimous)
- Appointed Bruce Walker as secretary (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of November 20, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
Council (2nd Tuesday of every month, 7pm)
Monroeville Council will consider ordinances regarding non-union employee benefits and the tax collector's annual pay. The meeting includes the Mayor's State of the Municipality address and votes on board nominations.
- Ordinance to fix Tax Collector compensation at $35,000 annually for 2026-2029
- Ordinance amending benefits for non-union exempt and non-exempt employees
- Resolution adopting The Valley West PRD Sewage Planning Module
- January bills totaling $2,005,091.86 and payroll totaling $1,998,478.62
- Nominations for Library Board, Recreation & Parks Advisory Board, Planning Commission, and Convention Visitors Bureau Board
The Monroeville Council approved the minutes, tax collection reports, bills totaling $2,005,091.86, and payroll of $1,998,478.62. They also approved several board appointments, accepted a resignation, and passed two ordinances and one resolution. The meeting was largely routine with no public comments.
- Approved minutes from Nov 12, Dec 3, and Dec 10 meetings (unanimous)
- Approved Reports of Tax Collections (unanimous)
- Approved List of Bills $2,005,091.86 and Budget Transfers (unanimous)
- Approved Payroll $1,998,478.62 (unanimous)
- Nominated Martin Kinnune and Katherine Manners to Library Board
- Nominated Zachary Prucnal to Planning Commission
- Nominated Nathaniel Muzika to Recreation and Parks Advisory Board
- Approved Resolution 25-6 adopting Valley West PRD Sewage Planning Module
Zoning Hearing Board (1st Wednesday of every month, 7:00 pm)
The Monroeville Zoning Hearing Board has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for February 5, 2025. The next regular meeting will be held on March 5, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building.
- Meeting cancelled; no applications or hearings scheduled
Council (2nd Tuesday of every month, 7pm)
This work session prepares items for the February 11 regular council meeting. Discussion includes the Mayor's State of the Municipality address, motions to appoint residents to the Library Board, Recreation & Parks Advisory Board, and Planning Commission, a resolution on the Valley West PRD sewage planning module, and ordinances to amend non-union employee benefits and set the tax collector's annual compensation at $35,000 for 2026–2029.
- Mayor's State of the Municipality address
- Motions to nominate residents to the Library Board, Recreation & Parks Advisory Board, and Planning Commission
- Resolution adopting the Valley West PRD (formerly Old Stone Village PRD) Sewage Planning Module
- Ordinance amending benefits for non-union exempt and non-exempt employees
- Ordinance setting Tax Collector compensation at $35,000 annually for years 2026–2029
The council held a work session with no formal votes, reviewing items for the February 11 regular meeting. They discussed a resolution to rename the Old Stone Village PRD to Valley West PRD, an ordinance aligning non-union employee benefits with the public works contract, and an ordinance setting the tax collector's salary at $35,000 annually for 2026-2029. The manager also reported on hiring, the K9 program, and a proposed $44 million public works facility.
- No formal votes taken; items to be considered at February 11 regular meeting
- Reviewed resolution to rename Old Stone Village PRD to Valley West PRD
- Reviewed ordinance amending non-union employee benefits to match public works contract
- Reviewed ordinance setting tax collector salary at $35,000 annually for 2026-2029
Citizens' Night (1st Tuesday of every month, 7pm)
This meeting does not have a pre-planned agenda. Residents are directed to refer to the Council Work Session agenda for planned items.
The Monroeville Council held a Citizens' Night meeting where residents expressed concerns and questions about the potential redevelopment of the Monroeville Mall by Walmart. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural, consisting of public comment and a brief update from the Mayor. The Mayor noted that the municipality has not had direct contact with Walmart, only with Cypress Equities, the company managing the redevelopment, and that no plans have been submitted yet.
- No formal decisions were made during the meeting; it was a public comment session.
Planning Commission (3rd Wednesday of every month, 7:30 pm)
The regular monthly meeting of the Monroeville Planning Commission scheduled for January 15, 2025, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for February 19, 2025.
Council (2nd Tuesday of every month, 7pm)
The Monroeville Council will vote on a conditional use application for a therapeutic massage business (Jinli Bodyworks) at 4301 Northern Pike. They will also consider motions to advertise ordinances amending non-union employee benefits and setting tax collector compensation for 2026-2029. Several appointments to municipal authorities and boards are on the agenda.
- Conditional use approval for Jinli Bodyworks at 4301 Northern Pike (Northern Pike Partners, LLC)
- Motion to advertise ordinance amending benefits for non-union exempt and non-exempt employees
- Motion to advertise ordinance fixing tax collector compensation for 2026-2029
- Acceptance of Leonard Bertoni's resignation from the Planning Commission
- Appointments to Municipal Authority (LaGorga, Ventresca), Finance Authority (Marston), and Convention Visitors Bureau (Pisciottano)
Council approved a conditional use permit for a therapeutic massage business, Jinli Bodyworks, at 4301 Northern Pike, with a 5-1 vote. They also authorized advertising ordinances to amend employee benefits and tax collector compensation, accepted a Planning Commission resignation, and made several appointments to boards and authorities. All other items, including bills, payroll, and tax reports, were approved unanimously.
- Approved conditional use 24-3-C for Jinli Bodyworks at 4301 Northern Pike (5-1)
- Authorized advertising ordinance amending non-union employee benefits (unanimous)
- Accepted resignation of Leonard Bertoni from Planning Commission (unanimous)
- Authorized advertising ordinance fixing tax collector compensation for 2026-2029 (unanimous)
- Appointed Dominic LaGorga to Municipal Authority Ward 5 (unanimous)
- Appointed Joseph Ventresca to Municipal Authority Ward 7 (unanimous)
- Appointed Dr. Daniel Marston to Finance Authority (unanimous)
- Appointed State Senator Nick Pisciottano to Convention Visitors Bureau (unanimous)
Council (2nd Tuesday of every month, 7pm)
The Monroeville Council will hold a public hearing for a conditional use request by Northern Pike Partners LLC to operate a therapeutic massage business (Jinli Bodyworks) at 4301 Northern Pike. Following Citizens' Night, the council's work session will discuss approving minutes, bills totaling $1,559,376.65, and several appointments to municipal boards. The council will also consider a motion to authorize advertisement of an ordinance amending benefits for non-union employees.
- Public hearing on conditional use for therapeutic massage business at 4301 Northern Pike (former McGinnis Sisters)
- Motion to advertise an ordinance amending benefits for non-union exempt and non-exempt employees
- Acceptance of resignation of Leonard Bertoni from the Planning Commission
- Appointments to Municipal Authority (Dominic LaGorga, Ward 5; Joseph Ventresca, Ward 7) and Finance Authority (Dr. Daniel Marston)
- Appointment of PA State Senator Nick Pisciottano to the Convention Visitors Bureau (replacing Senator Jim Brewster)
The council held a public hearing for a conditional use application by Northern Pike Partners, LLC to operate a therapeutic massage business, Jinli Bodyworks, at 4301 Northern Pike. The hearing was closed and the matter was placed on the consent agenda with a recommendation for approval from the Planning Commission. No final decision was made at this work session.
- Closed public hearing for conditional use 24-3-C (Northern Pike Partners) unanimously
- Moved to advertise ordinance amending benefits for non-union employees
- Accepted resignation of Leonard Bertoni from Planning Commission
- Appointed Dominic LaGorga to Municipal Authority (Ward 5, 5-year term)
- Appointed Joseph Ventresca to Municipal Authority (Ward 7, 5-year term)
- Appointed Dr. Daniel Marston to Finance Authority (5-year term)
- Appointed Nick Pisciottano to Convention Visitors Bureau vacancy
Citizens' Night (1st Tuesday of every month, 7pm)
The meeting was procedural, with no formal votes or decisions. A resident, April Scassera, raised concerns about the quality of road paving on Cyra Drive, saying the material left rocks and was worse than before. Mayor Gresock explained the treatment is a fog seal, a cost-saving measure, and that the road will be re-evaluated in the next paving schedule.
- No formal decisions or votes taken during the meeting
- Road paving concern noted; re-evaluation scheduled for next paving cycle
Zoning Hearing Board (1st Wednesday of every month, 7:00 pm)
The Monroeville Zoning Hearing Board has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for January 2, 2025. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 5, 2025. No items were discussed or decided.
- Meeting cancelled for January 2, 2025