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SewickleyPA averageUS Census ACS
Population
3,850
Per-capita income
$64,820
Median home value
$449,700
Bachelor's or higher
60%
Typical home value $507,174 +3.2% yr/yr · +19% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
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20254 housing units ($1.3M)
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City Council Ward 3
Thomas G. Rostek ✓ 315 · Write-in 20
City Council Ward 2
Cynthia Mullins ✓ 278 · Bridgett T. Bates ✓ 263 · Lawrence R. Newman 202 · Write-in 4
City Council Ward 1
Julie Barnes ✓ 301 · Brian Borres 127 · Write-in 2

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Tue Sep 1, 2026

Shade Tree Commission

Shade Tree Commission to review tree work applications and programs

The Sewickley Shade Tree Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear the borough arborist's report on tree removal, planting, and maintenance programs, and review five applications for tree work at specific addresses. The agenda also includes responses to previous applicants and new business items.

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BOROUGH OF SEWICKLEY SHADE TREE COMMISSION TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2026, AT 7:00 P.M. MEETING AGENDA I. CALL TO ORDER KATHY BRANDT ANDREW FRISHKORN ROBERT SACCO DANIELLE SHINSKY DAVID STANTON CINDY MULLINS Council Representative TYLER HUNT Borough Arborist II. VISITORS III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES APPROVAL OF AUGUST 4, 2026 MINUTES APPROVAL OF ARBORIST’S REPORT FROM AUGUST 4, 2026 IV. RESPONSE TO APPLICANTS FROM PREVIOUS STC MEETING V. NEW BUSINESS A. BOROUGH ARBORIST’S REPORT TREE REMOVAL PROGRAM – SUMMER/FALL 2026 TREE PLANTING PROGRAM – SPRING 2027 TREE MAINTENANCE PROGRAM – FALL/WINTER 2026 PERMITS/APPLICATIONS – AUGUST 2026 B. APPLICATIONS FOR TREE WORK • 630 ACADEMYAVENUE • 907 NEVIN AVENUE • 310 BANK STREET • 400 BROAD STREET • 238 LITTLE STREET VI. OLD BUSINESS VII. ADJOURNMENT NEXT MEETING: TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2026, AT 7:00 P.M.

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Tue Aug 11, 2026

Borough Council

Council to decide on liquor license transfer and Herbst House demolition

The Sewickley Borough Council will hold a public hearing and vote on transferring a liquor license to Sewickley Hospitality Group at 424 Walnut Street. They will also consider a motion to deny demolition of the Herbst House at 200 Walnut Street, based on findings that the structure is salvageable and no economic hardship was proven. Other actions include approving payments for construction projects, awarding a sidewalk ramp contract, and approving street closures for community events.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS MUNICIPAL BUILDING 2ND FLOOR 601 THORN STREET SEWICKLEY, PA 15143 WIFI PASSWORD: !GUEST0FSEWICKLEY! BOROUGH OF SEWICKLEY COUNCIL AGENDA TUESDAY, AUGUST 11, 2026 6:30 PM MEETINGS ARE BEING LIVE STREAMED AND RECORDED • PUBLIC HEARING – INTERMUNICIPAL LIQUOR LICENSE TRANSFER AGREEMENT FOR SEWICKLEY HOSPITALITY GROUP LLC. • CALL TO ORDER • PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE • ROLL CALL □ BARNES □ BATES □ HAMER □ KORCZYK □ LORANG □ MULLINS □ ROSTEK □ SOLECKI □ WILLOUGHBY • APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA • APPROVAL OF PRIOR MEETING MINUTES • ACCOUNT BALANCES AS OF AUGUST 2026 • BILLS TO BE PAID • ACCEPTING MONTHLY REPORTS • COCHRAN HOSE COMPANY • CODE ENFORCEMENT • EARNED INCOME TAX COLLECTION UPDATE • POLICE REPORT • PUBLIC WORKS • SHADE TREE COMMISSION REPORT • WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT • PUBLIC COMMENT (5-minute time allotment) ALL VISITORS WHO WISH TO ADDRESS COUNCIL, PLEASE STATE YOUR NAME AND ADDRESS FOR THE RECORD. GROUPS MAY BE ASKED TO APPOINT A SPOKESPERSON TO COLLECTIVELY REPRESENT ALL INDIVIDUAL CONCERNS. EACH PERSON WILL HAVE UP TO 5 MINUTES TO ADDRESS COUNCIL. AT THE END OF YOUR 5 MINUTES, YOU WILL BE ASKED TO RELINQUISH THE FLOOR. THANK YOU. • RESOLUTIONS TO BE ADOPTED • MOTION TO APPROVE RESOLUTION 2026-013 APPROVING THE TRANSFER OF LIQUOR LICENSE NO. R- 13519 INTO THE BOROUGH OF SEWICKLEY AS REQUESTED BY THE SEWICKLEY HOSPITALITY GROUP LLC TO BE LOCATED AT 424 WALNUT STREET, SEWICKLEY BOROUGH. …
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Wed Aug 5, 2026

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to discuss design manual and zoning ordinances

The Sewickley Planning Commission is meeting to approve the July 1, 2026 minutes and discuss new business, including a guest presentation by Carolyn Yagel of EPD. The commission will also discuss C-1/VO design manual guidelines and zoning ordinances. No formal votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

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The Borough of Sewickley Pennsylvania INCORPORATED 1853 ZONING/BUILDING CODE OFFICER 601 THORN STREET • MUNICIPAL BUILDING • SEWICKLEY, PA 15143-0428 e-mail: jmotznik@sewickleyborough.org WEBSITE: www.sewickleyborough.org PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA August 5, 2026, 7:00 PM CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL: Mr. David Bishop- Chairperson Mr. Nikos Pappan Ms. Christine Brondyke- Secretary Mr. Thomas Rostek Mr. Thomas Wingens- Vice Chairperson Ms. Marjorie Carlson Ms. Juliane Mazzarella PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES: July 1, 2026 NEW BUSINESS: 1. Carolyn Yagel, EPD- Guest OTHER BUSINESS/DISCUSSION: • C-1/VO Design manual guidelines • Zoning ordinances CORRESPONDENCE: ADJOURNMENT:
Mon Aug 3, 2026

Historic Review Commission

Historic Review Commission to review additions and design revisions

The Historic Review Commission will meet to discuss two specific property requests. The body will also hold discussions regarding Design Guidelines and the HRC Ordinance.

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The Borough of Sewickley Pennsylvania INCORPORATED 1853 ZONING/BUILDING CODE OFFICER 601 THORN STREET • MUNICIPAL BUILDING • SEWICKLEY, PA 1 5143-0428 e-mail: jmotznik@sewickleyborough.org WEBSITE: www.sewickleyborough.org HISTORIC REVIEW COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA August 3, 2026, 7:00 pm CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL: Mr. Denny Campbell- Chairperson Ms. Kathy Brandt Ms. Heather Wildman Mr. Christopher Driscoll- Secretary Ms. Linda Solecki APPROVAL OF MINUTES: July 6, 2026 NEW BUSINESS: 1. 200 Broad Street- Side yard addition 2. 47 Woodland Road- Design revisions to an approved CofAPP (Permit not issued) OTHER BUSINESS/DISCUSSION: • Design Guidelines • HRC Ordinance HRC LIAISON UPDATE : CORRESPONDENCE: ADJOURNMENT:
Tue Jul 28, 2026

Borough Council

Sewickley Council to discuss ADA sidewalk ramps and WWTP upgrades

The Borough Council will hold a workshop meeting to receive project status updates and committee reports. The session includes discussions on infrastructure upgrades and event requests for 2027.

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AGENDA FOR WORKSHOP MEETING BOROUGH OF SEWICKLEY COUNCIL Tuesday, July 28, 2026 6:30 PM • CALL TO ORDER • PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE • ROLL CALL • PUBLIC COMMENTS (5-minute limit) • SEWICKELY VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE • COMMITTEE REPORTS • Capital Improvement • HRC Committee • Planning Commission • Recreation • QVCOG • Misc. Committee’s • COUNCIL/MAYOR COMMENTS & REPORTS • MANAGER’S REPORT • Project Status Updates • Miscellaneous Information and Updates • Tennis Court/Pickleball Bulletin Board • Hoey’s Run – Corps of Engineers • OLD BUSINESS • 2027 Event Request – Sewickley Classic 5k & 1 Mile Walk/Run Festival • NEW BUSINESS • ADA Sidewalk Ramp Project – Mike Galet • WWTP upgrades – Mike Galet • 2027 Event Request – Day at the Village • CORRESPONDENCE • EXECUTIVE SESSION • ACTION, IF ANY, ON MATTERS DISCUSSED IN EXECUTIVE SESSION • ADJOURNMENT
Tue Jul 28, 2026

Borough Workshop

Sewickley Council workshop to discuss ADA ramps, WWTP upgrades, 2027 events

The Sewickley Borough Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss various topics, including capital improvements, committee reports, and project updates. New business includes an ADA sidewalk ramp project and WWTP upgrades, both presented by Mike Galet, as well as a 2027 event request for Day at the Village. Old business includes a 2027 event request for the Sewickley Classic 5k & 1 Mile Walk/Run Festival. The agenda is largely discussion-oriented, with no formal votes scheduled except possibly after executive session.

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✓ Decided: Sewickley Council workshop covers projects, no votes taken

The Sewickley Borough Council held a workshop meeting on July 28, 2026, with no public comments and no formal votes or decisions. Discussions included capital improvements, the ADA Sidewalk Ramp Project, WWTP upgrades, and event requests for the 2027 Sewickley Classic 5k and Day at the Village. The meeting adjourned unanimously at 7:30 PM.

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AGENDA FOR WORKSHOP MEETING BOROUGH OF SEWICKLEY COUNCIL Tuesday, July 28, 2026 6:30 PM • CALL TO ORDER • PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE • ROLL CALL • PUBLIC COMMENTS (5-minute limit) • SEWICKELY VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE • COMMITTEE REPORTS • Capital Improvement • HRC Committee • Planning Commission • Recreation • QVCOG • Misc. Committee’s • COUNCIL/MAYOR COMMENTS & REPORTS • MANAGER’S REPORT • Project Status Updates • Miscellaneous Information and Updates • Tennis Court/Pickleball Bulletin Board • Hoey’s Run – Corps of Engineers • OLD BUSINESS • 2027 Event Request – Sewickley Classic 5k & 1 Mile Walk/Run Festival • NEW BUSINESS • ADA Sidewalk Ramp Project – Mike Galet • WWTP upgrades – Mike Galet • 2027 Event Request – Day at the Village • CORRESPONDENCE • EXECUTIVE SESSION • ACTION, IF ANY, ON MATTERS DISCUSSED IN EXECUTIVE SESSION • ADJOURNMENT
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WORKSHOP MEETING MINUTES BOROUGH OF SEWICKLEY COUNCIL Tuesday, July 28, 2026 6:30 PM CALL TO ORDER The council workshop was called to order at 6:30 PM by President Mullins. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE President Mullins led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Present: Bridgett Bates (phone), Donna Korczyk, Kristopher Lorang, President Mullins, Tom Rostek, Linda Solecki, Donna Kaib, and Mike Galet were on the dais. Julie Barnes, Todd Hamer, Anne Willoughby and Mayor Shannon were absent. PUBLIC COMMENTS (3-minute limit) None SEWICKELY VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Erica Parr discussed the upcoming Chamber events. COMMITTEE REPORTS Discussed Capital Improvement. Discussed HRC Committee. Discussed Planning Commission. Discussed Recreation. Discussed QVCOG. Discussed Miscellaneous Committee’s. COUNCIL/MAYOR COMMENTS & REPORTS MANAGER’S REPORT Provided project status updates. Discussed miscellaneous information and updates. Discussed Tennis Court/Pickleball Bulletin Board. Discussed Hoey’s Run – Corps of Engineers. OLD BUSINESS Discussed 2027 Sewickley Classis 5k & 1 Mile Walk/Run Festival Event Request. NEW BUSINESS Discussed ADA Sidewalk Ramp Project. Discussed WWTP upgrades. Discussed 2027 Day at the Village event request. CORRESPONDENCE None EXECUTIVE SESSION None ACTION, IF ANY, ON MATTERS DISCUSSED IN EXECUTIVE SESSION ADJOURNMENT On a motion by Lorang, with a second by Korczyk, and a unanimous vote, the …
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Tue Jul 14, 2026

Borough Council

Public hearing on private club at 348 Beaver Street

Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a conditional use application for a private club at 348 Beaver Street. Also on the agenda: resolutions to adopt an official borough flag, authorize a tax-exempt lease-purchase of a Pierce Enforcer aerial ladder fire apparatus for $252,813, approve a part-time police officer handbook, and request a road safety audit of Route 65. Other motions include payments for sewer repairs, road programs, and a playground surface, plus a street closure for a Sons of Italy picnic.

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✓ Decided: Council approves private club at 348 Beaver Street

The council approved a conditional use application for a private club at 348 Beaver Street, along with several resolutions and payments. All votes were unanimous. The meeting also included a public hearing and reports on road safety and park improvements.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS MUNICIPAL BUILDING 2ND FLOOR 601 THORN STREET SEWICKLEY, PA 15143 WIFI PASSWORD: !GUEST0FSEWICKLEY! BOROUGH OF SEWICKLEY COUNCIL AGENDA TUESDAY, JULY 14, 2026 6:30 PM MEETINGS ARE BEING LIVE STREAMED AND RECORDED • HEARING – CONDITIONAL USE APPLICATION – SUBMITTED BY CHELSIANNA NOONE FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 348 BEAVER STREET TO BE USED AS A PRIVATE CLUB. • CALL TO ORDER • PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE • ROLL CALL □ BARNES □ BATES □ HAMER □ KORCZYK □ LORANG □ MULLINS □ ROSTEK □ SOLECKI □ WILLOUGHBY • APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA • APPROVAL OF PRIOR MEETING MINUTES • ACCOUNT BALANCES AS OF JULY 2026 • BILLS TO BE PAID • ACCEPTING MONTHLY REPORTS • COCHRAN HOSE COMPANY • CODE ENFORCEMENT • EARNED INCOME TAX COLLECTION UPDATE • POLICE REPORT • PUBLIC WORKS • SHADE TREE COMMISSION REPORT • WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT • PUBLIC COMMENT (5-minute time allotment) ALL VISITORS WHO WISH TO ADDRESS COUNCIL, PLEASE STATE YOUR NAME AND ADDRESS FOR THE RECORD. GROUPS MAY BE ASKED TO APPOINT A SPOKESPERSON TO COLLECTIVELY REPRESENT ALL INDIVIDUAL CONCERNS. EACH PERSON WILL HAVE UP TO 5 MINUTES TO ADDRESS COUNCIL. AT THE END OF YOUR 5 MINUTES, YOU WILL BE ASKED TO RELINQUISH THE FLOOR. THANK YOU. • RESOLUTIONS TO BE ADOPTED • MOTION TO APPROVE RESOLUTION 2026-009 ADOPTING AN OFFICIAL FLAG OF THE BOROUGH OF SEWICKLEY. • MOTION TO APPROVE RESOLUTION 2026-010 AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A TAX-EXEMPT MUNICIPAL LEASE- PURCHASE A …
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MINUTES OF MEETING OF SEWICKLEY BOROUGH COUNCIL July 14, 2026 Public Hearing At 6:30 PM Solicitor Nate Boring conducted a public hearing for the conditional use application submitted by Chelsianna Noone for the property located at 348 Beaver Street to be used as a private club. The hearing ended at 6:37 PM. Call to Order The council meeting was called to order at 6:38 PM by President Mullins. Pledge of Allegiance President Mullins led the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll Call Present: Julie Barnes, Bridgett Bates (phone), Donna Korczyk, Kristopher Lorang, Cynthia Mullins, Tom Rostek, Anne Willoughby, Manager Donna Kaib, Mayor Shannon, Solicitor Nate Boring and Mike Galet were on the dais. Todd Hamer and Linda Solecki were absent. Approval of Consent Agenda On a motion by Lorang for the Approval of Consent Agenda as submitted, with a second by Barnes. All in favor. Motion passed. Accepting Monthly Reports On a motion by Korczyk for the Approval of Monthly Reports as submitted, with a second by Willoughby. All in favor. Motion passed. Public Comments Jennifer Sigurdson of 915 Nevin Avenue spoke about her concerns about speeding on Nevin. President Mullins addressed her concerns and assured her that they would be shared with the Police Chief. Resolutions to be Adopted On a motion by Korczyk to approve Resolution 2026-009 adopting an official flag of the Borough of Sewickley, with a second by Rostek. All in favor. Motion passed. On a moti …
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Tue Jul 7, 2026

Zoning Hearing Board

Variance sought for short-term rental units at 350-352 Chestnut Street

The Sewickley Zoning Hearing Board will hold public hearings on three variance applications. Cases involve a request for additional short-term rental units in a multifamily dwelling, a trash bin placement in a front yard, and a reduction in off-street parking spaces for an art center. The board will decide whether to grant these variances from the Borough Zoning Ordinance.

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The Borough of Sewickley Pennsylvania INCORPORATED 1853 ZONING/BUILDING CODE OFFICER 601 THORN STREET • P.O. BOX 428 • MUNICIPAL BUILDING • SEWICKLEY, PA 1 5143-0428 e-mail: jmotznik@sewickleyborough.org WEBSITE: www.sewickleyborough.org ZONING HEARING BOARD MEETING AGENDA July 7, 2026, 7:00 p.m. Call to Order: Roll Call: Ms. Kathe Barge Ms. Emily Brimmer Ms. Robyn Jones Mr. Bert Shoenberger Mr. James Wiltman New Case(s): Case 26-10: Hearing on the Application of Trent Neely DBA DJEM Property Group LLC for property at 350-352 Chestnut Street, Parcel I.D. 421-E-132, seeking a variance from Section 330- 601, Paragraph T, Table 2 of the Borough Zoning Ordinance, to permit up to two additional short- term rental units within an existing multifamily dwelling, which are not a permitted use. Case 26-11: Hearing on the Application of Alberto Milazzo and Chad Santik for property at 833 Nevin Avenue, Parcel I.D. 421-C-222, seeking a variance from Section 330-601, Paragraph A(3) of the Borough Zoning Ordinance, to locate a trash bin receptacle accessory use in the front yard of the property, which is prohibited. Case 26-12: Hearing on the Application of LGA Partners (Lindsey Reynolds ) for property at 200 Broad Street, Sewickley, PA 15143, Parcel I.D. 506- H-031, seeking variances from Section 330, Paragraph 1001, Table 10-A of the Borough Zoning Ordinance, to reduce the number of off- street parking spaces required for an art center in the Inst …
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Tue Jul 7, 2026

Shade Tree Commission

Tree removal and planting programs, applications for five properties

The Shade Tree Commission will consider approval of June minutes and an arborist’s report. New business includes the Summer 2026 tree removal program, tree planting and maintenance programs, and applications for tree work at 321 Grant Street, 630 Grove Street, 703 Harbaugh Street, 4 Linden Place, and a list from Andy Frishkorn. The commission will also review trees of concern near 505 Grove Street and a resident concern about a memorial tree.

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✓ Decided: Sewickley Shade Tree Commission approves four tree removal permits

The Shade Tree Commission approved the June minutes and the arborist report, and acted on four tree removal permit applications. Two borough tree removals (321 Grant St and 703 Harbaugh St) were approved, and two private tree removals (630 Grove St and 4 Linden Pl) were allowed with no objections, pending use of a Sewickley licensed tree service. A resident's request regarding an unsafe tree on a neighboring property was referred to borough staff for follow-up.

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BOROUGH OF SEWICKLEY SHADE TREE COMMISSION TUESDAY, JULY 7, 2026, AT 7:00 P.M. MEETING AGENDA I. CALL TO ORDER KATHY BRANDT ANDREW FRISHKORN ROBERT SACCO DANIELLE SHINSKY DAVID STANTON CINDY MULLINS Council Representative TYLER HUNT Borough Arborist II. VISITOR MELISSA POST, 743 MAPLE LANE, SEWICKLEY, PA 15143 III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES APPROVAL OF JUNE 2, 2026 MINUTES APPROVAL OF ARBORIST’S REPORT FROM JUNE 2,2026 IV. RESPONSE TO APPLICANTS FROM PREVIOUS STC MEETING V. NEW BUSINESS A. BOROUGH ARBORIST’S REPORT TREE REMOVAL PROGRAM – SUMMER 2026 TREE PLANTING PROGRAM – SPRING 2026 TREE MAINTENANCE PROGRAM – SUMMER/FALL 2026 PERMITS/APPLICATIONS – JUNE 2026 B. APPLICATIONS FOR TREE WORK • 321 GRANT STREET • 630 GROVE STREET • 703 HARBAUGH STREET • 4 LINDEN PLACE • ANDY FRISHKORN’S LIST C. TREES OF CONCERN NEAR 505 GROVE STREET #1079 DEAD SUGAR MAPLE #1081 DECLINING NORWAY MAPLE #1082 NORWAY MAPLE -MONITOR D. RESIDENT CONCERN #1284 MEMORIAL TREE THIS TREE WILL BE ADDED TO A STRUCTURAL PRUNING LIST VI. OLD BUSINESS VII. ADJOURNMENT NEXT MEETING: TUESDAY, AUGUST 4, 2026, AT 7:00 P.M.
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1 MINUTES OF THE SHADE TREE COMMISSION OF THE BOROUGH OF SEWICKLEY July 7, 2026 The Shade Tree Commission (STC) convened on July 7, 2026, in the 2nd floor conference room. The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Kathy Brandt at 6:58 p.m. In attendance were: Members Of Council Kathy Brandt, Chairperson Cynthia Mullins - Council Representative Andrew Frishkorn, Vice Chairperson Arborist Dave Stanton Tyler Hunt Danielle Shinski Visitors Rob Sacco (absent) Melissa Post I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Andrew Frishkorn made a motion to approve the June 2026 minutes which was seconded by Dave Stanton and Kathy. Kathy will provide the name of the winner from Harvest Festival tree. II. STAFFING UPDATES  None III. OLD BUSINESS  None IV. NEW BUSINESS – ARBORIST REPORT & APPLICATIONS Melissa Post - 743 Maple Lane  Melissa is seeking help from the borough to have an unsafe tree removed from a neighboring property at 746 McDonald owned by Colby Robinson (landlord). The tree is 65 to 68-feet tall. Large branches and limbs are falling into her yard. Colby is aware of the concerns but refused to allow the arborist to inspect the tree from his property. The arborist inspected the tree from a neighboring property in 2025 and determined that the tree is unhealthy and unsafe due to fungal growths around the root collar and other indicators. T …
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Mon Jul 6, 2026

Historic Review Commission

Review of wood fencing at 243-245 Frederick Avenue

The Historic Review Commission will consider a proposal for wood fencing at 243-245 Frederick Avenue. The commission will also discuss design guidelines and the Historic Review Commission ordinance.

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The Borough of Sewickley Pennsylvania INCORPORATED 1853 ZONING/BUILDING CODE OFFICER 601 THORN STREET • MUNICIPAL BUILDING • SEWICKLEY, PA 1 5143-0428 e-mail: jmotznik@sewickleyborough.org WEBSITE: www.sewickleyborough.org HISTORIC REVIEW COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA July 6, 2026, 7:00 pm CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL: Mr. Denny Campbell- Chairperson Ms. Kathy Brandt Ms. Heather Wildman Mr. Christopher Driscoll- Secretary Ms. Linda Solecki APPROVAL OF MINUTES: June 1, 2026 NEW BUSINESS: 1. 243-245 Frederick Ave • Wood fencing OTHER BUSINESS/DISCUSSION: • Design Guidelines • HRC Ordinance HRC LIAISON UPDATE : CORRESPONDENCE: ADJOURNMENT:
Wed Jul 1, 2026

Planning Commission

Planning Commission discusses EPD design manual and zoning ordinances

The Planning Commission will review and discuss EPD design manual documents, C-1/VO design manual guidelines, and zoning ordinances. They will also approve the minutes from the June 3, 2026 meeting. No specific zoning changes or financial items are on the agenda.

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The Borough of Sewickley Pennsylvania INCORPORATED 1853 ZONING/BUILDING CODE OFFICER 601 THORN STREET • MUNICIPAL BUILDING • SEWICKLEY, PA 1 5143-0428 e-mail: jmotznik@sewickleyborough.org WEBSITE: www.sewickleyborough.org PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA July 1, 2026, 7:00 PM CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL: Mr. David Bishop- Chairperson Mr. Nikos Pappan Ms. Christine Brondyke- Secretary Mr. Thomas Rostek Mr. Thomas Wingens- Vice Chairperson Ms. Marjorie Carlson Ms. Juliane Mazzarella PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES: June 3, 2026 NEW BUSINESS: 1. EPD design manual documents OTHER BUSINESS/DISCUSSION: • C-1/VO Design manual guidelines • Zoning ordinances CORRESPONDENCE: ADJOURNMENT:
Tue Jun 23, 2026

Borough Workshop

Broad & Beaver signal upgrades up for discussion

The Sewickley Borough Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss several capital and policy items. Key topics include signal upgrades at Broad and Beaver, a property proposal at 860 Nevin, and updates on e-scooters and Hegner Way. No formal votes are scheduled; the session is for discussion and committee reports.

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✓ Decided: Council adjourned the meeting unanimously

The Sewickley Borough Council held a workshop on June 23, 2026, discussing capital improvement, planning, and other topics. No substantive actions, approvals, or denials were recorded. The only formal action was a unanimous vote to adjourn the meeting.

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AGENDA FOR WORKSHOP MEETING BOROUGH OF SEWICKLEY COUNCIL Tuesday, June 23, 2026 6:30 PM • CALL TO ORDER • PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE • ROLL CALL • PUBLIC COMMENTS (5-minute limit) • SEWICKELY VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE • COMMITTEE REPORTS • Capital Improvement • HRC Committee • Planning Commission • Recreation • QVCOG • COUNCIL/MAYOR COMMENTS & REPORTS • MANAGER’S REPORT • Project Status Updates • Miscellaneous Information and Updates • E-waste Proposal • OLD BUSINESS • Hegner Way Discussion • E-Scooters Committee Update • 860 Nevin - Property Proposal • Borough Event Procedures Discussion • NEW BUSINESS • Broad & Beaver Signal Upgrades – Mike Haberman, Gateway Engineers • Sidewalk Signage for Backbone/War Memorial Entrance • War Memorial Playground Surface Repair • Event Request for 2027 • CORRESPONDENCE • EXECUTIVE SESSION • ACTION, IF ANY, ON MATTERS DISCUSSED IN EXECUTIVE SESSION • ADJOURNMENT
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WORKSHOP MEETING MINUTES BOROUGH OF SEWICKLEY COUNCIL Tuesday, June 23, 2026 6:30 PM EXECUTIVE SESSION An executive session was called at 6:30 PM and ended at 6:35 PM. CALL TO ORDER The council workshop was called to order at 6:36 PM by President Mullins. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE President Mullins led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Present: Julie Barnes, Bridgett Bates (phone), Todd Hamer, Donna Korczyk, Kristopher Lorang, President Mullins, Tom Rostek, Linda Solecki, Anne Willoughby, Mayor Shannon, and Donna Kaib, were on the dais. PUBLIC COMMENTS (3-minute limit) None SEWICKELY VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Erica Parr discussed the upcoming Chamber events. COMMITTEE REPORTS Discussed Capital Improvement. Discussed HRC Committee. Discussed Planning Commission. Discussed Recreation. Discussed QVCOG. COUNCIL/MAYOR COMMENTS & REPORTS MANAGER’S REPORT Provided project status updates. Discussed miscellaneous information and updates. Discussed E-waste proposal OLD BUSINESS Discussed Hegner Way. Discussed E-scooters updates. Discussed 860 Nevin property proposal. Discussed Borough event procedures. NEW BUSINESS Discussed Broad & Beaver signal upgrades. Discussed sidewalk signage for Backbone/War Memorial entrance. Discussed War Memorial playground surface repair. Discussed event request for 2027. CORRESPONDENCE None ACTION, IF ANY, ON MATTERS DISCUSSED IN EXECUTIVE SESSION ADJOURNMENT On a motion by Hamer …
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Tue Jun 9, 2026

Borough Council

Council to vote on parking lot contract extension and police resignations

The borough council will vote on a change order to extend the completion date of the parking lot improvements contract by one month. They will also consider certificates of appropriateness for garages at three historic properties, accept resignations of three police officers, and appoint a new emergency management coordinator. Additionally, a street closure for a block party is proposed.

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✓ Decided: Council appoints new Emergency Management Coordinator and approves multiple approvals

The council approved a change order extending a parking lot contract, adopted three Certificates of Appropriateness for residential projects, accepted several police officer resignations, appointed Byron Harringer as Emergency Management Coordinator, and authorized a temporary street closure for a block party. All motions passed unanimously.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS MUNICIPAL BUILDING 2ND FLOOR 601 THORN STREET SEWICKLEY, PA 15143 WIFI PASSWORD: !GUEST0FSEWICKLEY! BOROUGH OF SEWICKLEY COUNCIL AGENDA TUESDAY, JUNE 9, 2026 6:30 PM MEETINGS ARE BEING LIVE STREAMED AND RECORDED • CALL TO ORDER • PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE • ROLL CALL □ BARNES □ BATES □ HAMER □ KORCZYK □ LORANG □ MULLINS □ ROSTEK □ SOLECKI □ WILLOUGHBY • APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA • APPROVAL OF PRIOR MEETING MINUTES • ACCOUNT BALANCES AS OF JUNE 2026 • BILLS TO BE PAID • ACCEPTING MONTHLY REPORTS • COCHRAN HOSE COMPANY • CODE ENFORCEMENT • EARNED INCOME TAX COLLECTION UPDATE • POLICE REPORT • PUBLIC WORKS • SHADE TREE COMMISSION REPORT • WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT • PUBLIC COMMENT (5-minute time allotment) ALL VISITORS WHO WISH TO ADDRESS COUNCIL, PLEASE STATE YOUR NAME AND ADDRESS FOR THE RECORD. GROUPS MAY BE ASKED TO APPOINT A SPOKESPERSON TO COLLECTIVELY REPRESENT ALL INDIVIDUAL CONCERNS. EACH PERSON WILL HAVE UP TO 5 MINUTES TO ADDRESS COUNCIL. AT THE END OF YOUR 5 MINUTES, YOU WILL BE ASKED TO RELINQUISH THE FLOOR. THANK YOU. • RESOLUTIONS TO BE ADOPTED • MOTION TO APPROVE RESOLUTION 2026-008 PROVIDING FOR THE APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO THE RESPECTIVE SEWICKLEY BOARD/COMMISSIONS AND SETTING FORTH THE LENGTH OF TERMS THEREOF. • ORDINANCES TO BE ENACTED • NONE • COUNCIL/ MAYOR COMMENTS & REPORTS • MANAGER’S REPORT • SOLICITOR’S REPORT • ENGINEER’S REPORT • OLD BUSINESS • NONE • NEW BU …
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MINUTES OF MEETING OF SEWICKLEY BOROUGH COUNCIL June 9, 2026 Public Hearing At 6:30 PM Solicitor Nate Boring conducted a public hearing for the Minor Land Development application submitted by John Edson on behalf of Randall and Sharon Dearth for the property located at 22 Chadwick Street (Parcel ID: 507-P-115) in the industrial zoning district to be used as a private club. The hearing ended at 6:34 PM. Call to Order The council meeting was called to order at 6:34 PM by President Mullins. Pledge of Allegiance President Mullins led the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll Call Present: Julie Barnes, Bridgett Bates, Donna Korczyk, Kristopher Lorang, Cynthia Mullins, Linda Solecki, Anne Willoughby. Manager Donna Kaib, Mayor Shannon, Solicitor Nate Boring and Mike Galet were on the dais. Todd Hamer and Tom Rostek were absent. Approval of Consent Agenda On a motion by Korczyk for the Approval of Consent Agenda as submitted, with a second by Lorang. All in favor. Motion passed. Accepting Monthly Reports On a motion by Korczyk for the Approval of Monthly Reports as submitted, with a second by Willoughby. All in favor. Motion passed. Public Comments John Edson of 798 Hopkins introduced Mike Spence, property owner of 439 -441 Beaver and 503, 507 and 509 Hegner Way. Mr. Spence spoke about why he feels that Hegner Way should not be closed. Alexis Comunale of 441 Beaver Street spoke about why she feels that Hegner Way should not be closed. Mario Ulizz …
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Wed Jun 3, 2026

Planning Commission

Conditional use for private club at 348 Beaver Street

The Planning Commission will consider a conditional use application for a private club (Mahjong Studio) at 348 Beaver Street. The commission will also discuss C-1/VO design manual guidelines and zoning ordinances.

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The Borough of Sewickley Pennsylvania INCORPORATED 1853 ZONING/BUILDING CODE OFFICER 601 THORN STREET • MUNICIPAL BUILDING • SEWICKLEY, PA 1 5143-0428 e-mail: jmotznik@sewickleyborough.org WEBSITE: www.sewickleyborough.org PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA June 3, 2026, 7:00 PM CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL: Mr. David Bishop- Chairperson Mr. Nikos Pappan Ms. Christine Brondyke- Secretary Mr. Thomas Rostek Mr. Thomas Wingens- Vice Chairperson Ms. Marjorie Carlson Ms. Juliane Mazzarella PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES: May 6, 2026 NEW BUSINESS: 1. 348 Beaver Street • Conditional use application for private club ( Mahjong Studio) OTHER BUSINESS/DISCUSSION: • C-1/VO Design manual guidelines • Zoning ordinances CORRESPONDENCE: ADJOURNMENT:
Tue Jun 2, 2026

Shade Tree Commission

Shade Tree Commission to review spring programs, permits, and snapped tree

The Sewickley Shade Tree Commission will approve minutes from May 2026 and discuss the borough arborist's report. New business includes the spring tree removal, planting, and maintenance programs, as well as permits and applications from March 2026. The commission will also consider five tree work applications at specific addresses and address a tree planted last year that snapped in half at 897 Thorn Street.

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✓ Decided: Tree permits approved for four sites; removal denied at 920 Centennial Ave

The commission approved the arborist report. Permit applications resulted in approvals for pruning at 602 Grove St and 624 Locust Place, and removals at 227 Walnut St and 375 Backbone Rd, while the removal request for 920 Centennial Ave was denied. An action item was added for the arborist to inspect a tree near a DLC transformer for a resident.

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BOROUGH OF SEWICKLEY SHADE TREE COMMISSION TUESDAY, JUNE 2, 2026, AT 7:00 P.M. MEETING AGENDA I. CALL TO ORDER KATHY BRANDT ANDREW FRISHKORN DANIELLE SHINSKY DAVID STANTON CINDY MULLINS Council Representative TYLER HUNT Borough Arborist II. VISITORS III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES APPROVAL OF MAY 5, 2026 MINUTES APPROVAL OF ARBORIST’S REPORT FROM MAY 1, 2026 IV. RESPONSE TO APPLICANTS FROM PREVIOUS STC MEETING V. NEW BUSINESS A. BOROUGH ARBORIST’S REPORT TREE REMOVAL PROGRAM – SPRING 2026 TREE PLANTING PROGRAM – SPRING 2026 TREE MAINTENANCE PROGRAM – SPRING 2026 PERMITS/APPLICATIONS – MARCH 2026 B. APPLICATIONS FOR TREE WORK • 602 GROVE STREET • 920 CENTENNIAL AVENUE • 227 WALNUT STREET • 375 BACKBONE ROAD • 624 LOCUST PLACE C. TREE PLANTED LAST YEAR AT 897 THORN STREET – SNAPPED IN HALF VI. OLD BUSINESS VII. ADJOURNMENT NEXT MEETING: TUESDAY, JULY 7, 2026, AT 7:00 P.M.
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1 MINUTES OF THE SHADE TREE COMMISSION OF THE BOROUGH OF SEWICKLEY June 2, 2026 The Shade Tree Commission (STC) convened on June 2, 2026, in the 2nd floor conference room. The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Kathy Brandt at 6:59 p.m. In attendance were: Members Of Council Kathy Brandt, Chairperson Cynthia Mullins - Council Representative (absent) Andrew Frishkorn, Vice Chairperson Arborist Dave Stanton Tyler Hunt (absent) Danielle Shinski Visitors Open commission position Rob Sacco I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Kathy Brandt made a motion to approve the May 2026 minutes which was seconded by Dave Stanton and Danielle. Andrew abstained since he didn’t attend the May meeting II. STAFFING UPDATES  Rob Sacco is a candidate for the open STC position pending approval by council on June 9th. III. OLD BUSINESS  Winner of tree at May Mart was Jen ____________. She stopped by shortly after the drawing. The borough maintenance crew indicated that they could move the tree to the winner’s property that day. IV. NEW BUSINESS – ARBORIST REPORT & APPLICATIONS Arborist Report  The arborist report was discussed and approved (see Appendix A) Permit Applications  602 Grove Street – pruning application approved  920 Centennial Ave – application for removal was denied. The tree will be added to the pruning list to remove dead branches.  227 Walnut Street – removal application approved 2  375 Backbone Rd – no objections to removal …
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Mon Jun 1, 2026

Historic Review Commission

Historic Review Commission to review garage additions and fencing at five properties

The Sewickley Historic Review Commission will hold a public hearing on five property applications: wood fencing at 243-245 Frederick Ave, a detached garage with accessory dwelling at 325 Frederick Ave and at 114 Centennial Ave, an attached garage addition at 47 Woodland Rd, and a retaining wall and wood fencing at 520 Pine Rd. The commission will also discuss design guidelines and the HRC ordinance.

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The Borough of Sewickley Pennsylvania INCORPORATED 1853 ZONING/BUILDING CODE OFFICER 601 THORN STREET • MUNICIPAL BUILDING • SEWICKLEY, PA 1 5143-0428 e-mail: jmotznik@sewickleyborough.org WEBSITE: www.sewickleyborough.org HISTORIC REVIEW COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA June 1, 2026, 7:00 pm CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL: Mr. Denny Campbell- Chairperson Ms. Kathy Brandt Ms. Heather Wildman Mr. Christopher Driscoll- Secretary Ms. Linda Solecki APPROVAL OF MINUTES: May 4, 2026 NEW BUSINESS: 1. 243-245 Frederick Ave • Wood fencing 2. 325 Frederick Ave • Detached garage with accessory dwelling 3. 114 Centennial Ave • Detached garage with accessory dwelling 4. 47 Woodland Rd • Attached garage addition 5. 520 Pine Rd. • Retaining wall and wood fencing OTHER BUSINESS/DISCUSSION: • Design Guidelines • HRC Ordinance HRC LIAISON UPDATE : CORRESPONDENCE: ADJOURNMENT:
Tue May 26, 2026

Borough Workshop

Sewickley Borough Council Workshop Meeting on May 26, 2026

The council will conduct a workshop meeting including committee reports and updates from the manager. Discussion topics include the borough building door lock system and e-scooters.

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✓ Decided: Sewickley Borough Council held a workshop meeting on May 26, 2026

The council workshop included discussions regarding capital improvement, planning, and recreation. No substantive decisions or votes on ordinances or projects were recorded during this session.

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AGENDA FOR WORKSHOP MEETING BOROUGH OF SEWICKLEY COUNCIL Tuesday, May 26, 2026 6:30 PM • CALL TO ORDER • PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE • ROLL CALL • PUBLIC COMMENTS (5-minute limit) • SEWICKELY VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE • COMMITTEE REPORTS • Capital Improvement • HRC Committee • Planning Commission • Recreation • QVCOG • COUNCIL/MAYOR COMMENTS & REPORTS • MANAGER’S REPORT • Project Status Updates • Miscellaneous Information and Updates • Borough Building Door Lock System • OLD BUSINESS • E-Scooters • NEW BUSINESS • Future Event Requests • Hegner Way • CORRESPONDENCE • EXECUTIVE SESSION • ACTION, IF ANY, ON MATTERS DISCUSSED IN EXECUTIVE SESSION • ADJOURNMENT
Wed May 13, 2026

Zoning Hearing Board

Zoning board hears three garage variance requests

The Sewickley Zoning Hearing Board will hold public hearings on three variance applications for garage construction. Case 26-07 seeks a variance to build a garage with a 1-foot-4-inch side yard setback (required 5 feet) at 114 Centennial Avenue. Case 26-08 requests a variance to allow garage doors facing a primary street at 47 Woodland Road. Case 26-09 requests a variance to build a garage in the front yard at 325 Frederick Avenue.

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The Borough of Sewickley Pennsylvania INCORPORATED 1853 ZONING/BUILDING CODE OFFICER 601 THORN STREET • P.O. BOX 428 • MUNICIPAL BUILDING • SEWICKLEY, PA 1 5143-0428 e-mail: jmotznik@sewickleyborough.org WEBSITE: www.sewickleyborough.org ZONING HEARING BOARD MEETING AGENDA May 13, 2026, 7:00 p.m. Call to Order: Roll Call: Ms. Kathe Barge Ms. Emily Brimmer Ms. Robyn Jones Mr. Bert Shoenberger Mr. James Wiltman New Case(s): Case 26-07: Hearing on the A pplication of Peter and Marie Borstelmann for property located at 114 Centennial Avenue, Parcel I.D. 507-M-330, seeking a variance from Section 330-601.A(6)(b), Figure 10, of the Sewickley Borough Zoning Ordinance (“Zoning Ordinance”), in order to construct a private garage with a side yard setback of 1 foot, 4 inches. A side yard setback of 5 feet is required. Case 26-08: Hearing on the Application of Patrick and Jillian Dickinson for property located at 47 Woodland Road, Parcel I.D. 508-E-361, seeking a variance from Section 330-408(A)(5) of the Zoning Ordinance, in order to construct a garage with vehicular garage doors facing a primary street instead of a secondary street or alley, as required. Case 26-09: Hearing on the Application of Christopher and Jennifer Brackney for property located at 325 Frederick Avenue, Parcel I.D. 506- D-222, seeking a variance from Section 330- 1002.F(2)(a) of the Zoning Ordinance, in order to construct a garage in a front yard of the property and clos …
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Tue May 12, 2026

Borough Council

Council to decide on private club, hazard plan, and $191k road payment

The council will hold a public hearing and vote on a minor land development application for a private club at 22 Chadwick Street in the Industrial Zoning District. They will also consider resolutions adopting the Allegheny County 2026 Hazard Mitigation Plan and conveying borough-owned property in Haysville. Other actions include approving a $191,494.54 payment to Youngblood Paving for the 2025 Road Program and authorizing bids for wastewater treatment plant repairs and pedestrian improvements at Beaver and Broad streets.

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✓ Decided: Council approves wastewater repair and road paving projects

The Sewickley Borough Council approved several construction projects, including a wastewater treatment plant repair and a road paving payment, and authorized the closure of multiple streets for community events. The meeting also adopted hazard mitigation and property conveyance resolutions.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS MUNICIPAL BUILDING 2ND FLOOR 601 THORN STREET SEWICKLEY, PA 15143 WIFI PASSWORD: !GUEST0FSEWICKLEY! BOROUGH OF SEWICKLEY COUNCIL AGENDA TUESDAY, MAY 12, 2026 6:30 PM MEETINGS ARE BEING LIVE STREAMED AND RECORDED • HEARING – MINOR LAND DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION – SUBMITTED BY JOHN EDSON ON BEHALF OF PROPERTY OWNERS RANDALL AND SHARON DEARTH FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 22 CHADWICK STREET (PARCEL ID: 507-P-115) IN THE INDUSTRIAL ZONING DISTRICT TO BE USED AS A PRIVATE CLUB. • CALL TO ORDER • PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE • ROLL CALL □ BARNES □ BATES □ HAMER □ KORCZYK □ LORANG □ MULLINS □ ROSTEK □ SOLECKI □ WILLOUGHBY • APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA • APPROVAL OF PRIOR MEETING MINUTES • ACCOUNT BALANCES AS OF MAY 2026 • BILLS TO BE PAID • ACCEPTING MONTHLY REPORTS • COCHRAN HOSE COMPANY • CODE ENFORCEMENT • EARNED INCOME TAX COLLECTION UPDATE • POLICE REPORT • PUBLIC WORKS • SHADE TREE COMMISSION REPORT • WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT • PUBLIC COMMENT (5-minute time allotment) ALL VISITORS WHO WISH TO ADDRESS COUNCIL, PLEASE STATE YOUR NAME AND ADDRESS FOR THE RECORD. GROUPS MAY BE ASKED TO APPOINT A SPOKESPERSON TO COLLECTIVELY REPRESENT ALL INDIVIDUAL CONCERNS. EACH PERSON WILL HAVE UP TO 5 MINUTES TO ADDRESS COUNCIL. AT THE END OF YOUR 5 MINUTES, YOU WILL BE ASKED TO RELINQUISH THE FLOOR. THANK YOU. • RESOLUTIONS TO BE ADOPTED • MOTION TO APPROVE RESOLUTION 2026-006 ADOPTING THE ALLEGHENY COUNTY 2026 HAZARD MITIGA …
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Wed May 6, 2026

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider private club land development at 22 Chadwick St.

The commission will elect officers for the year as part of reorganization. They will then consider a minor land development application for a new building at 22 Chadwick Street to be used as a private club in the Industrial zoning district. Discussion is also scheduled on C-1/VO design manual guidelines and zoning ordinances.

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The Borough of Sewickley Pennsylvania INCORPORATED 1853 ZONING/BUILDING CODE OFFICER 601 THORN STREET • MUNICIPAL BUILDING • SEWICKLEY, PA 1 5143-0428 e-mail: jmotznik@sewickleyborough.org WEBSITE: www.sewickleyborough.org PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA May 6, 2026, 7:00 PM CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL: Mr. David Bishop- Vice Chairman Mr. Nikos Pappan Ms. Christine Brondyke- Secretary Mr. Thomas Rostek Ms. Marjorie Carlson Mr. Thomas Wingens Ms. Juliane Mazzarella PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES: February 4 , 2026 & March 4, 2026 NEW BUSINES: 1. Reorganization • Motion to elect Chairperson • Motion to elect Vice Chairperson (If necessary) 2. 22 Chadwick St. • Application for minor land development for construction of a new building for the use of a Private Club in the Industrial zoning district OTHER BUSINESS/DISCUSSION: • C-1/VO Design manual guidelines • Zoning ordinances CORRESPONDENCE: ADJOURNMENT:
Tue May 5, 2026

Shade Tree Commission

Shade Tree Commission reviews spring tree programs, addresses 258 Bank and 426 Logan

The Sewickley Shade Tree Commission will consider approval of March 2026 minutes and the arborist's report, then discuss the spring 2026 tree removal, planting, and maintenance programs. New business includes an application for tree work at 258 Bank Street and a request from Frank Sopko and Allison Lamb regarding a new borough tree at 426 Logan Street. The commission will also plan for May Mart and review an updated brochure.

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✓ Decided: March 3, 2026 minutes approved by the Shade Tree Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the March 3, 2026 meeting and the accompanying Arborist’s Report. The board discussed upcoming tree removal and planting programs for spring 2026 and reviewed an application for tree work at 258 Bank Street, but no formal actions were taken on those items.

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BOROUGH OF SEWICKLEY SHADE TREE COMMISSION TUESDAY, MAY 5, 2026, AT 7:00 P.M. MEETING AGENDA I. CALL TO ORDER KATHY BRANDT ANDREW FRISHKORN DANIELLE SHINSKY DAVID STANTON CINDY MULLINS Council Representative TYLER HUNT Borough Arborist II. VISITORS III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES APPROVAL OF MARCH 3, 2026 MINUTES APPROVAL OF ARBORIST’S REPORT FROM MARCH 3, 2026 IV. RESPONSE TO APPLICANTS FROM PREVIOUS STC MEETING V. NEW BUSINESS A. BOROUGH ARBORIST’S REPORT TREE REMOVAL PROGRAM – SPRING 2026 TREE PLANTING PROGRAM – SPRING 2026 TREE MAINTENANCE PROGRAM – SPRING 2026 PERMITS/APPLICATIONS – MARCH 2026 B. APPLICATIONS FOR TREE WORK • 258 BANK STREET C. LETTER FROM FRANK SOPKO & ALLISON LAMB RE: 426 LOGAN STREET NEW BOROUGH TREE D. MAY MART E. SHADE TREE COMMISSION BROCHURE VI. OLD BUSINESS VII. ADJOURNMENT NEXT MEETING: TUESDAY, JUNE 2, 2026, AT 7:00 P.M.
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SHADE TREE COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY , MAY 5, 2026 – 7:00 P .M. The meeting of the Shade Tree Commission was called to order at 7:00 p.m. ATTENDEES Kathy Brandt Cindy Mullins Danielle Shinsky David Stanton Tyler Hunt, Borough Arborist APPROVAL OF MINUTES • The March 3, 2026 meeting minutes were approved as presented • The Arborist’s Report from March 3, 2026 was also approved. NEW BUSINESS BOROUGH ARBORIST’S REPORT • Tree Removal Program – Spring 2026 The Commission discussed the tree removal program. It was noted that several smaller trees did not survive the harsh winter months. The Borough Arborist will identify the affected trees and discuss a plan of action for replacement or removal. • Tree Planting Program – Spring 2026 The Commission discussed the Spring 2026 tree planting program. Approximately 40 trees are included in the planting plan. • Applications for Tree Work – 258 Bank Street The Commission reviewed the application for tree work at 258 Bank Street. The tree is privately owned, and removal was recommended utilizing a Borough-approved tree company. ADJOURNMENT • There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 7:35 p.m. Danielle Regan
Mon May 4, 2026

Historic Review Commission

Preliminary meeting for garage at 325 Frederick Ave

The Historic Review Commission will hold a preliminary construction meeting for a detached garage with accessory dwelling at 325 Frederick Avenue. They will also discuss design guidelines and the HRC ordinance. The meeting includes approval of minutes from April 6, 2026.

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The Borough of Sewickley Pennsylvania INCORPORATED 1853 ZONING/BUILDING CODE OFFICER 601 THORN STREET • MUNICIPAL BUILDING • SEWICKLEY, PA 1 5143-0428 e-mail: jmotznik@sewickleyborough.org WEBSITE: www.sewickleyborough.org HISTORIC REVIEW COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA May 4, 2026, 7:00 pm CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL: Mr. Denny Campbell- Chairperson Ms. Kathy Brandt Ms. Heather Wildman Mr. Christopher Driscoll- Secretary Ms. Linda Solecki APPROVAL OF MINUTES: April 6, 2026 NEW BUSINESS: 1. 325 Frederick Ave. • Preliminary construction meeting for a detached garage with accessory dwelling OTHER BUSINESS/DISCUSSION: • Design Guidelines • HRC Ordinance HRC LIAISON UPDATE : CORRESPONDENCE: ADJOURNMENT:
Tue Apr 14, 2026

Borough Council

Council to vote on $550k road paving, $199k sewer project

The Sewickley Borough Council will consider awarding contracts for the 2026 road program ($550,806.94 to Youngblood Paving, Inc.) and the Maple Lane sewer project ($199,152.50 to State Pipe Services, Inc.). Council will also vote on resolutions authorizing a CDBG/HUD cooperation agreement with the county, reaffirming local law enforcement's role regarding federal immigration laws, and appointing board/commission members. Several street closure requests for community events (May Mart, Pride event, block party, motorcycle show, 5K run) are up for approval.

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✓ Decided: Council approved major road contract and multiple community resolutions

The Sewickley Borough Council adopted three resolutions on housing assistance, public safety, and board appointments. It awarded contracts for the 2026 Road Program ($550,806.94) and the Maple Lane Sewer Project ($199,152.50). Several street‑closure requests for community events were approved, while a large 5K event request was tabled pending more information.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS MUNICIPAL BUILDING 2ND FLOOR 601 THORN STREET SEWICKLEY, PA 15143 WIFI PASSWORD: !GUEST0FSEWICKLEY! BOROUGH OF SEWICKLEY COUNCIL AGENDA TUESDAY, APRIL 14, 2026 6:30 PM MEETINGS ARE BEING LIVE STREAMED AND RECORDED • CALL TO ORDER • PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE • ROLL CALL □ BARNES □ BATES □ HAMER □ KORCZYK □ LORANG □ MULLINS □ ROSTEK □ SOLECKI □ WILLOUGHBY • APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA • APPROVAL OF PRIOR MEETING MINUTES • ACCOUNT BALANCES AS OF APRIL 2026 • BILLS TO BE PAID • ACCEPTING MONTHLY REPORTS • COCHRAN HOSE COMPANY • CODE ENFORCEMENT • EARNED INCOME TAX COLLECTION UPDATE • POLICE REPORT • PUBLIC WORKS • SHADE TREE COMMISSION REPORT • WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT • PUBLIC COMMENT (5-minute time allotment) ALL VISITORS WHO WISH TO ADDRESS COUNCIL, PLEASE STATE YOUR NAME AND ADDRESS FOR THE RECORD. GROUPS MAY BE ASKED TO APPOINT A SPOKESPERSON TO COLLECTIVELY REPRESENT ALL INDIVIDUAL CONCERNS. EACH PERSON WILL HAVE UP TO 5 MINUTES TO ADDRESS COUNCIL. AT THE END OF YOUR 5 MINUTES, YOU WILL BE ASKED TO RELINQUISH THE FLOOR. THANK YOU. • RESOLUTIONS TO BE ADOPTED • MOTION TO APPROVE RESOLUTION 2026-003 AUTHORIZING THE BOROUGH OF SEWICKLEY TO ENTER INTO A COOPERATION AGREEMENT WITH THE COUNTY FOR THE COUNTY TO UNDERTAKE ESSENTIAL COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND HOUSING ASSISTANCE ACTIVITIES WITHIN THE BOROUGH OF SEWICKLEY FROM ANNUAL CDBG GRANTS AND HOME FUNDS RECEIVED BY THE COUNTY FROM HUD FOR THE PROGRAM YEARS 2027 …
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Tue Apr 7, 2026

Zoning Hearing Board

Zoning Hearing Board to consider three variance requests for residential properties

The Sewickley Zoning Hearing Board will hold public hearings on three variance applications. Cases include requests for reduced setbacks, lot area, and lot width at two residential properties, and a variance to allow a ground sign in a residential zoning district. The board will decide whether to grant the requested relief from the Zoning Ordinance.

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The Borough of Sewickley Pennsylvania INCORPORATED 1853 ZONING/BUILDING CODE OFFICER 601 THORN STREET • P.O. BOX 428 • MUNICIPAL BUILDING • SEWICKLEY, PA 1 5143-0428 e-mail: jmotznik@sewickleyborough.org WEBSITE: www.sewickleyborough.org ZONING HEARING BOARD MEETING AGENDA April 7, 2026, 7:00 p.m. Call to Order: Roll Call: Ms. Kathe Barge Ms. Emily Brimmer Ms. Robyn Jones Mr. Bert Shoenberger Mr. James Wiltman New Case(s): Case 26-04: Hearing on the Application of Randall and Sharon Dearth for property located at 22 Chadwick Street, Parcel I.D. 508-P-398, seeking the following variances from Section 330-406.B, Table 3: Dimensional Table of the Borough Zoning Ordinance, in connection with the reconstruction of a building: allow a 12-foot front yard setback, rather than the required 15 feet; a 0.92-foot and 1.68-foot side yard setbacks, rather than the required 10 feet; and a 17-foot rear yard setback, rather than the required 20 feet. Case 26-05: Hearing on the Application of Jacob Williamson for the property located at 605 Murray Street, Parcel I.D. 508-N-271, seeking variances from the following sections of the Zoning Ordinance, in connection with the construction of a single -family home on the property: (1) Section 330-406.B, Table 3: Dimensional Table, to permit side yard setbacks of 3 feet and 5 feet, rather than the required 12 feet with one side yard not less than 6 feet; a minimum lot area of 2,500 square feet, rather than th …
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Tue Apr 7, 2026

Shade Tree Commission

Shade Tree Commission to review spring tree programs and two tree work applications

The commission will approve March minutes, hear the borough arborist's report on spring tree removal, planting, and maintenance programs, and consider tree work applications at 306 Centennial Avenue and 330 Frederick Avenue.

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✓ Decided: Tree planting and permit approvals decided by Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission approved the planting of 40 trees this spring and declined a tree removal permit at 306 Centennial Ave. The commission also approved private tree removals at 330 Frederick Ave and tabled a request for clarification on a Walnut/Oak removal.

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BOROUGH OF SEWICKLEY SHADE TREE COMMISSION TUESDAY, APRIL 7, 2026, AT 7:00 P.M. MEETING AGENDA I. CALL TO ORDER KATHY BRANDT CHRISTOPHER CRAYTON ANDREW FRISHKORN DANIELLE SHINSKY DAVID STANTON CINDY MULLINS Council Representative TYLER HUNT Borough Arborist II. VISITORS III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES APPROVAL OF MARCH 3, 2026 MINUTES APPROVAL OF ARBORIST’S REPORT FROM MARCH 3, 2026 IV. RESPONSE TO APPLICANTS FROM PREVIOUS STC MEETING V. NEW BUSINESS A. BOROUGH ARBORIST’S REPORT TREE REMOVAL PROGRAM – SPRING 2026 TREE PLANTING PROGRAM – SPRING 2026 TREE MAINTENANCE PROGRAM – SPRING 2026 PERMITS/APPLICATIONS – MARCH 2026 B. APPLICATIONS FOR TREE WORK • 306 CENTENNIAL AVENUE • 330 FREDERICK AVENUE C. 2026 LICENSED TREE EXPERTS VI. OLD BUSINESS VII. ADJOURNMENT NEXT MEETING: TUESDAY, MAY 5, 2026, AT 7:00 P.M.
Mon Apr 6, 2026

Historic Review Commission

Historic Review Commission will consider a garage addition at 520 Pine Road

The commission will first approve the minutes from the March 2, 2026 meeting. It will then review an application to add to an existing detached garage at 520 Pine Road. The board will also discuss design guidelines and the HRC ordinance. Additional updates and correspondence will be noted before adjournment.

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The Borough of Sewickley Pennsylvania INCORPORATED 1853 ZONING/BUILDING CODE OFFICER 601 THORN STREET • MUNICIPAL BUILDING • SEWICKLEY, PA 1 5143-0428 e-mail: jmotznik@sewickleyborough.org WEBSITE: www.sewickleyborough.org HISTORIC REVIEW COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA April 6, 2026, 7:00 pm CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL: Mr. Denny Campbell- Chairperson Ms. Kathy Brandt Ms. Heather Wildman Mr. Christopher Driscoll- Secretary Ms. Linda Solecki APPROVAL OF MINUTES: March 2, 2026 NEW BUSINESS: 1. 520 Pine Road • Application for an addition to existing detached garage OTHER BUSINESS/DISCUSSION: • Design Guidelines • HRC Ordinance HRC LIAISON UPDATE : CORRESPONDENCE: ADJOURNMENT:
Tue Mar 24, 2026

Borough Workshop

Sewickley Council to discuss police procedures and Planning Commission vacancy

The Borough Council will hold a workshop meeting to review committee reports and manager project updates. The body will discuss police procedures and the application process for a Planning Commission opening.

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✓ Decided: Council adjourned unanimously after the March 24 workshop meeting

The Sewickley Borough Council held a workshop on March 24, 2026, heard public comments and discussed items such as the event calendar, a Planning Commission application, and police procedures. No formal actions or approvals were taken on any of those topics. The council then adjourned the meeting unanimously.

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AGENDA FOR WORKSHOP MEETING BOROUGH OF SEWICKLEY COUNCIL Tuesday, March 24, 2026 6:30 PM • CALL TO ORDER • PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE • ROLL CALL • PUBLIC COMMENTS (5-minute limit) • SEWICKELY VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE • COMMITTEE REPORTS • Capital Improvement • HRC Committee • Planning Commission • Recreation • QVCOG • COUNCIL/MAYOR COMMENTS & REPORTS • MANAGER’S REPORT • Project Status Updates • Miscellaneous Information and Updates • OLD BUSINESS • NEW BUSINESS • Borough event calendar • Planning Commission Member Opening - Application • Discussion Police Procedures • CORRESPONDENCE • EXECUTIVE SESSION • Litigation • ACTION, IF ANY, ON MATTERS DISCUSSED IN EXECUTIVE SESSION • ADJOURNMENT
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WORKSHOP MEETING MINUTES BOROUGH OF SEWICKLEY COUNCIL Tuesday, March 24, 2026 6:30 PM CALL TO ORDER The council workshop was called to order at 6:30 PM by President Mullins PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE President Mullins led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Present: Julie Barnes, Bridgett Bates, Todd Hamer, Donna Korczyk, Kristopher Lorang, President Mullins, Linda Solecki, Tom Rostek, Anne Willoughby, Mayor Shannon, and Donna Kaib, were on the dais. PUBLIC COMMENTS (3-minute limit) Kat Csallner of 107 Lewis Street, Ambridge spoke about her request to hold a Pride event in Sewickley on Saturday, June 27, 2026. Madeline Horton of 245 Summerlawn Drive, Leet spoke about her request to have a Quaker Valley High School Cleanup Project in War Memorial Park. Diana Kaufman questioned the event request procedures for events taking place in the Borough. SEWICKELY VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Erica Parr discussed the upcoming Chamber events. COMMITTEE REPORTS Discussed Capital Improvement Discussed HRC Committee Discussed Planning Commission Discussed Recreation Discussed QVCOG COUNCIL/MAYOR COMMENTS & REPORTS MANAGER’S REPORT Provided Project Status Updates. Discussed Miscellaneous Information and Updates. OLD BUSINESS None NEW BUSINESS Discussed event calendar. Discussed Planning Commission member opening application. Discussed Police procedures. CORRESPONDENCE None EXECUTIVE SESSION With no action, council adjourned pri …
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Tue Mar 10, 2026

Borough Council

Council will vote on purchasing a new 107‑ft aerial ladder fire truck

The Sewickley Borough Council will consider several motions, including approval of a certificate of appropriateness for a detached garage at 330 Frederick Avenue and an employee handbook addendum that provides paid sick leave for part‑time employees. The council will also vote on a contract with Pierce MFG to acquire a new 107‑ft enforcer aerial ladder fire truck for Cochran Hose Company. Additional motions address street closures for community events and the authorization of a request for proposals for the HRC design manual.

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✓ Decided: Council approved purchase of a new 107‑ft Enforcer aerial ladder fire truck.

The Sewickley Borough Council unanimously approved several actions, including a Certificate of Appropriateness for a detached garage at 330 Frederick Avenue and an employee handbook addendum granting paid sick leave to part‑time workers. The council also approved the purchase of a new 107‑ft Enforcer aerial ladder fire truck and authorized advertising a request for proposals for the HRC Design Manual. Multiple street closures were approved for upcoming community events, and December 4, 2026 was set as the date for Light Up Night.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS MUNICIPAL BUILDING 2ND FLOOR 601 THORN STREET SEWICKLEY, PA 15143 WIFI PASSWORD: !GUEST0FSEWICKLEY! BOROUGH OF SEWICKLEY COUNCIL AGENDA TUESDAY, MARCH 10, 2026 6:30 PM MEETINGS ARE BEING LIVE STREAMED AND RECORDED • CALL TO ORDER • PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE • ROLL CALL □ BARNES □ BATES □ HAMER □ KORCZYK □ LORANG □ MULLINS □ ROSTEK □ SOLECKI □ WILLOUGHBY • APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA • APPROVAL OF PRIOR MEETING MINUTES • ACCOUNT BALANCES AS OF MARCH 2026 • BILLS TO BE PAID • ACCEPTING MONTHLY REPORTS • COCHRAN HOSE COMPANY • CODE ENFORCEMENT • EARNED INCOME TAX COLLECTION UPDATE • POLICE REPORT • PUBLIC WORKS • SHADE TREE COMMISSION REPORT • WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT • PUBLIC COMMENT (5-minute time allotment) ALL VISITORS WHO WISH TO ADDRESS COUNCIL, PLEASE STATE YOUR NAME AND ADDRESS FOR THE RECORD. GROUPS MAY BE ASKED TO APPOINT A SPOKESPERSON TO COLLECTIVELY REPRESENT ALL INDIVIDUAL CONCERNS. EACH PERSON WILL HAVE UP TO 5 MINUTES TO ADDRESS COUNCIL. AT THE END OF YOUR 5 MINUTES, YOU WILL BE ASKED TO RELINQUISH THE FLOOR. THANK YOU. • RESOLUTIONS TO BE ADOPTED • None • ORDINANCES TO BE ENACTED • NONE • COUNCIL/ MAYOR COMMENTS & REPORTS • MANAGER’S REPORT • SOLICITOR’S REPORT REPORT • ENGINEER’S REPORT REPORT • OLD BUSINESS • NONE • NEW BUSINESS • MOTION TO APPROVE APPLICATION FOR CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS FOR 330 FREDERICK AVENUE FOR A DETACHED GARAGE WITH ACCESSORY BUILDING ON …
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MINUTES OF MEETING OF SEWICKLEY BOROUGH COUNCIL March 10, 2026 Call to Order The council meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by President Mullins. Pledge of Allegiance President Mullins led the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll Call Present: Julie Barnes, Bridgett Bates via phone, Todd Hamer, Donna Korczyk, Kristopher Lorang, Cynthia Mullins, Tom Rostek, Linda Solecki, Anne Willoughby. Manager Donna Kaib, Solicitor Nate Boring and Mike Galet were on the dais. Mayor Shannon was absent. Approval of Consent Agenda On a motion by Korczyk for the Approval of Consent Agenda as submitted, with a second by Willoughby. All in favor. Motion passed. Accepting Monthly Reports On a motion by Lorang for the Approval of Monthly Reports as submitted, with a second by Barnes. All in favor. Motion passed. Public Comments None Resolutions to be Adopted None Ordinances To Be Enacted None Council/Mayor Comments & Reports Vice President Barnes noted that Michelle Harkins, the new QV COG director started her new position. Todd Hamer had a personal incident happen to his family and just wanted to say that the outreach of neighbors was amazing. Things like this are what make Sewickley a great place. Manager’s Report None Solicitor’s Report Engineer’s Report Old Business None New Business On a motion by Hamer to approve the application for Certificate of Appropriateness for 330 Frederick Avenue for a detached garage with accessory buil …
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Wed Mar 4, 2026

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to discuss design guidelines and zoning ordinances

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss C-1/VO design manual guidelines and zoning ordinances. The meeting includes scheduled appearances by the Borough Solicitor and Carolyn Yagle of Environmental Planning & Design.

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The Borough of Sewickley Pennsylvania INCORPORATED 1853 ZONING/BUILDING CODE OFFICER 601 THORN STREET • MUNICIPAL BUILDING • SEWICKLEY, PA 1 5143-0428 e-mail: jmotznik@sewickleyborough.org WEBSITE: www.sewickleyborough.org PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA March 4, 2026, 7:00 PM CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL: Mr. David Bishop Mr. Nikos Pappan Ms. Christine Brondyke Mr. Thomas Rostek Ms. Blair Chan Mr. Thomas Wingens Ms. Juliane Mazzarella PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES: February 4 , 2026 NEW BUSINES: None OTHER BUSINESS/DISCUSSION: • C-1/VO Design manual guidelines • Zoning ordinances • Borough Solicitor- Guest • Carolyn Yagle- Guest- Environmental Planning & Design- Teams Meeting CORRESPONDENCE: ADJOURNMENT:
Tue Mar 3, 2026

Shade Tree Commission

Shade Tree Commission will review tree removal, planting and maintenance plans

The Shade Tree Commission will consider the minutes from the January 4, 2026 meeting and the arborist’s report. It will discuss the Tree Removal Program for winter 2025/2026, the Tree Planting Program for spring 2026, and the Tree Maintenance Program for 2026. The commission will also review applications for tree work at three borough addresses and address commission reorganization.

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BOROUGH OF SEWICKLEY SHADE TREE COMMISSION TUESDAY, MARCH 3, 2026, AT 7:00 P.M. MEETING AGENDA CALL TO ORDER KATHY BRANDT CHRISTOPHER CRAYTON ANDREW FRISHKORN DANIELLE SHINSKY DAVID STANTON CINDY MULLINS Council Representative TYLER HUNT Borough Arborist VISITORS APPROVAL OF MINUTES APPROVAL OF JANUARY 4, 2026 MINUTES APPROVAL OF ARBORIST’S REPORT FROM JANUARY 4, 2026 RESPONSE TO APPLICANTS FROM PREVIOUS STC MEETING NEW BUSINESS BOROUGH ARBORIST’S REPORT TREE REMOVAL PROGRAM – WINTER 2025/2026 TREE PLANTING PROGRAM – SPRING 2026 TREE MAINTENANCE PROGRAM – 2026 PERMITS/APPLICATIONS – FEBRUARY APPLICATIONS FOR TREE WORK 320 PEEBLES STREET Pruning 14 BEAVER STREET Evaluation of Borough Trees #820 & 821 711 COCHRAN STREET Pruning CONTACT BARTLETT - FERTILIZE LINDEN TREE NEAR NEW PARKING LOT 2026 LICENSED TREE EXPERTS REORGANIZATION MAY MART OLD BUSINESS ADJOURNMENT NEXT MEETING: TUESDAY, APRIL 7, 2026, AT 7:00 P.M.
Mon Mar 2, 2026

Historic Review Commission

HRC to consider garage and accessory dwelling at 330 Frederick Ave.

The Historic Review Commission will meet to approve minutes from February 2, 2026, and consider a new application for a detached two-car garage with an accessory dwelling on the second floor at 330 Frederick Ave. The meeting will also include discussion on design guidelines, the HRC ordinance, and a guest call from the Borough Solicitor.

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The Borough of Sewickley Pennsylvania INCORPORATED 1853 ZONING/BUILDING CODE OFFICER 601 THORN STREET • MUNICIPAL BUILDING • SEWICKLEY, PA 1 5143-0428 e-mail: jmotznik@sewickleyborough.org WEBSITE: www.sewickleyborough.org HISTORIC REVIEW COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA March 2, 2026, 7:00 pm CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL: Mr. Denny Campbell- Chairperson Ms. Kathy Brandt Ms. Heather Wildman Mr. Christopher Driscoll- Secretary Ms. Linda Solecki APPROVAL OF MINUTES: February 2, 2026 NEW BUSINESS: 1. 330 Frederick Ave. • Application for a detached 2 car garage with an accessory dwelling on the 2nd floor OTHER BUSINESS/DISCUSSION: • Design Guidelines • HRC Ordinance • Borough Solicitor- Guest call in • Carolyn Yagle- Guest- Environmental Planning & Design HRC LIAISON UPDATE : CORRESPONDENCE: ADJOURNMENT:

Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 43 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.

💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
$24.4MVECTOR RESOURCE INC
Department of Energy · PRO TECH AND MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES, DEFENSE PROGRAMS UNDER THE T
$5.2MAE WORKS LTD
Department of Veterans Affairs · VISN 6 MASTER PLANNING
$4.6MAE WORKS LTD
Department of Veterans Affairs · NATIONAL MEMORIAL CEMETERY AT QUANTICO, PHASE 5 EXPANSION AND DESIGN S
$4.4MAE WORKS LTD
Department of Veterans Affairs · 589A5-25-150 REPLACE BOILERS
$4.1MAE WORKS LTD
Department of Veterans Affairs · CONTRACTOR WILL PROVIDE ALL DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION PERIOD SERVICES FO
$3.9MAE WORKS LTD
Department of Veterans Affairs · EHRM DATA CENTER AND INFRASTRUCTURE UPGRADES
$3.8MAE WORKS LTD
Department of Veterans Affairs · BAY PINES EHRM
$3.6MAE WORKS LTD
Department of Veterans Affairs · PROJECT 515-23-600 - MARKET CAPITAL ASSETS MASTER PLAN
$3.5MVECTOR RESOURCE INC
Department of Energy · NA-113'S TECHNICAL SUPPORT SERVICES
$3.4MCARLEY TECHNOLOGIES INC
Department of Defense · DETECTING AND COUNTERING ADVERSARIAL INF

Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.

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Business establishments33,812 (709,774 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,280/mo (2025)
Adults with low literacy12.8% (low numeracy 22% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

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Outcomes — economic mobility

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White kids
0.477
All kids
0.426
Black kids
0.316

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