Sewickley public meetings in 2025

Zoning Hearing Board

The Zoning Hearing Board will hold hearings for three new cases seeking variances from the Sewickley Borough Zoning Ordinance. The board will determine if applicants may deviate from standard setback and structural requirements for residential properties.

• Case 25-08: Variance for 5 foot front and 13 foot rear yard setbacks for an addition at 311 Sprott Way
• Case 25-09: Variances for garage door orientation, a 5 foot front yard fence, and expansion of a nonconforming structure at 520 Pine Road
• Case 25-10: Variances to allow a detached garage in a front yard and the demolition and rebuilding of a nonconforming garage at 244 Bank Street

Borough Council

Borough Council will consider the adoption of the 2026 proposed municipal budget and a resolution to set the 2026 real estate tax millage rate. The meeting includes a public hearing and a vote regarding the rezoning of property at 214 Centennial Avenue.

• Resolution 2025-021 to set the 2026 real estate tax millage rate to 6.25 mills
• Ordinance No. 1395 to rezone 214 Centennial Avenue from R-1 to R-1A Residential District
• Adoption of the 2026 proposed municipal budget
• Payment of $88,366.77 to Dun-Rite Construction for Borough Building parking lot improvements
• Two-year professional service contract with Hoffman’s Boarding Kennels

The Sewickley Borough Council approved the proposed 2026 municipal budget and set the real estate tax millage rate at 6.25 mills for 2026. It also adopted an ordinance rezoning 214 Centennial Avenue to the R‑1A residential district and approved several resolutions and contracts, including board appointments, a police pension exemption, and a two‑year service contract with Hoffman’s Boarding Kennels.

• Approved real estate tax millage rate of 6.25 mills for 2026 (Resolution 2025-021)
• Approved appointments to borough boards/commissions and Sewickley Water Authority (Resolution 2025-022)
• Approved exemption from Police Pension Member contributions for 2026 (Resolution 2025-023)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1395 rezoning 214 Centennial Avenue to R‑1A residential district
• Adopted the 2026 municipal budget
• Approved two‑year professional service contract with Hoffman’s Boarding Kennels
• Approved Change Order No. 4 extending the parking lot improvement contract to June 15, 2026
• Approved payment to Dun‑Rite Construction of $88,366.77 for parking lot work

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a zoning map amendment ordinance for 214 Centennial Avenue. After the hearing, the commission will vote on a motion to recommend the amendment to the Borough Council. The meeting will also consider a conditional‑use application for a professional office at 507 Hegner Way, with a recommendation motion to the council.

• Public hearing on Zoning Map Amendment Ordinance for 214 Centennial Ave
• Motion to recommend the 214 Centennial Ave zoning amendment to Borough Council
• Conditional‑use application for a professional office at 507 Hegner Way
• Motion to recommend the 507 Hegner Way conditional use to Borough Council
• Discussion of zoning ordinances, long‑range planning, and Village Overlay

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission will approve minutes from November 4, 2025, and review the Borough Arborist’s report for winter 2025/2026 tree removal and maintenance. The body will also consider applications for tree work at 315 Henry Avenue and 411 Beaver Street.

• Approval of November 4, 2025 minutes
• Review of winter 2025/2026 tree removal program
• Review of winter 2025/2026 tree maintenance program
• Review of spring 2026 tree planting program
• Applications for tree work at 315 Henry Avenue and 411 Beaver Street

The commission approved the November 2025 meeting minutes without opposition. The arborist report (Attachment A) was also approved unanimously. No other motions were taken.

• Approved November 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Arborist Report (Attachment A) (unanimous)

Borough Workshop

The Borough Council will conduct a workshop to review the 2026 budget and millage. The meeting includes discussions on e-bikes, scooters, and a professional service contract renewal. Various committee reports and project status updates will also be presented.

• 2026 Budget and Millage review
• Renewal of Professional Service Contract with Hoffman Boarding Kennels
• Discussion on E-Bikes and Scooters

The Sewickley Borough Council held a workshop on November 25, 2025 and discussed items such as the 2026 budget, e‑bikes and scooters, and a professional services contract. No substantive actions or approvals were taken on any of these topics. The only formal action was a unanimous motion to adjourn the meeting.

• Council adjourned (unanimous)

Borough Council

The borough council will vote on several grant resolutions, including a $1,000,000 local share assessment grant from the Commonwealth Financing Authority for a public works improvement project and a $750,000 Keystone grant for the Sewickley Public Library. It will also consider a $50,000 CDBG request for the Beaver and Broad intersection upgrades and adopt an ordinance to formalize police services with the Borough of Glen Osborne. Additional items include approval of a $16,082.75 payment to J.R. Moran Contracting for demolition work and motions on land‑use applications and other routine business.

• $1,000,000 local share assessment grant request for the Sewickley Public Works Improvement Project (Resolution 2025-020).
• $750,000 Keystone grant disbursement to the Sewickley Public Library (Resolution 2025-017).
• $50,000 CDBG funds request for the Beaver and Broad Intersection Upgrades Project (Resolution 2025-019).
• Approval of payment application No. 1 to J.R. Moran Contracting, Inc. for $16,082.75 for the 860 Nevins Avenue demolition project.
• Ordinance #1394 authorizing an intergovernmental police services agreement with the Borough of Glen Osborne.

The council adopted several resolutions, including a $1,000,000 Local Share Assessment Grant request for the Sewickley Public Works Improvement Project and a $750,000 Keystone Grant disbursement for the public library. It also approved a $50,000 CDBG request for intersection upgrades and adopted an ordinance for a police services agreement with Glen Osborne. All motions were passed unanimously.

• Approved Resolution 2025-017 to disburse $750,000 Keystone Grant to Sewickley Public Library (all in favor)
• Approved Resolution 2025-018 to dispose of zoning and building street files records (all in favor)
• Approved Concurring Resolution 2025-019 requesting $50,000 CDBG funds for Beaver and Broad Intersection Upgrades (all in favor)
• Approved Resolution 2025-020 requesting $1,000,000 Local Share Assessment Grant for Sewickley Public Works Improvement Project (all in favor)
• Approved Ordinance #1394 to execute intergovernmental police services agreement with Glen Osborne (all in favor)
• Approved Lot Consolidation Application for 214 Centennial Avenue (parcel IDs 508-J-117, 508-J-120) (all in favor)
• Approved Lot Line Revision Application for 406 & 408 Peebles Street (parcel IDs 421-F-321, 421-F-312) (all in favor)
• Approved Conditional Use and Land Development Application for 430‑432 Centennial Avenue mixed‑use building (all in favor)

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission will review the October 7, 2025 Arborist’s Report and discuss its tree removal, planting, and maintenance programs for fall 2025 and spring 2026. It will also consider applications for tree work at 527 Hill Street and 414 Grant Street. Additional agenda items include other tree‑related activity such as the American Linden #1802.

• Approval of the October 7, 2025 Arborist’s Report
• Discussion of the Tree Removal Program – Fall 2025
• Discussion of the Tree Planting Program – Spring 2026
• Review of application for tree work at 527 Hill Street
• Review of application for tree work at 414 Grant Street

Zoning Hearing Board

The Sewickley Zoning Hearing Board will consider two new applications. Case 25-06 seeks variances to construct a garage in the front yard of 258 Bank Street and to build on a lot that is 49 ft wide, below the 50‑ft minimum. Case 25-07 involves an appeal and variance request for a professional office on 509 Hegner Way (also known as 439 Beaver Street), asking to waive the required three off‑street parking spaces.

• Case 25-06 – Variance request for a front‑yard garage at 258 Bank Street (lot width 49 ft, below 50‑ft minimum)
• Case 25-07 – Appeal and variance request for professional office use at 509 Hegner Way (a/k/a 439 Beaver Street) to allow 0 off‑street parking instead of the required 3

Historic Review Commission

The Historic Review Commission will meet on November 3, 2025 at 7:00 pm. The agenda includes discussion of a proposal to enclose part of the front and side porch of the property at 47 Woodland Rd to create a new sunroom. The meeting also provides a liaison update and a public‑engagement notice inviting property owners to attend future sessions for historic‑architecture guidance.

• Proposal to enclose front and side porch for a new sunroom at 47 Woodland Rd

Borough Workshop

The Sewickley Borough Council meeting will review old business, including a sidewalk letter, and new business items such as a request for a three‑way stop at Grimes‑Centennial, a Vision Plan and Design Guidelines proposal, and a draft schedule for 2026 meetings. The council will also receive reports from committees, the manager, and discuss budget items related to sewer, liquid fuels, and general fund revenue. An executive session will follow, with any actions on discussed matters taken afterward.

• Grimes‑Centennial 3‑way stop request
• Vision Plan and Design Guidelines proposal
• Draft of 2026 meeting dates
• Sidewalk letter (old business)
• Budget review – sewer, liquid fuels, GF revenue

Historic Review Commission Workshop

The Historic Review Commission meeting will approve the minutes from June 16, 2025, hear the solicitor's remarks, and review the HRC ordinance. Discussions are informal and non-binding, aimed at informing property owners about historically accurate construction. The commission invites all borough property owners to attend the monthly meetings for guidance.

• Approval of minutes from June 16, 2025
• Solicitor’s remarks
• Review of the HRC ordinance
• Public invitation for property owners to attend monthly meetings

Borough Council

The Sewickley Borough Council will consider several payment applications for recent public works projects, including a $146,257.34 payment to Dun Rite Construction for parking lot improvements at the borough building. Additional applications total $21,000 to Allison Park Contractors for Crescent Avenue wall repairs and $49,424.15 to Palombo Landscaping for Chadwick Park improvements. The council will also decide on a certificate of appropriateness for 254 Broad Street, the 2026 pension obligations for the police and non‑uniformed employee plans, and a temporary closure of Peebles Street for a block party.

• Approve $146,257.34 payment to DUN RITE CONSTRUCTION for borough building parking lot improvements (Aug 1 2024 – Sept 26 2025)
• Approve $21,000.00 payment to ALLISON PARK CONTRACTORS, INC. for Crescent Avenue wall and slope stabilization emergency repair
• Approve $49,424.15 payment to PALOMBO LANDSCAPING, INC. for Chadwick Park improvement work (Sept 3 2025 – Oct 6 2025)
• Vote on certificate of appropriateness for 254 BROAD STREET (options to deny, approve as‑applied, or approve with HRC recommendations)
• Approve 2026 pension obligations: $194,323 for Police Pension Plan and $57,605 for Non‑Uniformed Employees Defined Contribution Plan

The council approved multiple payment applications for ongoing projects, including $146,257.34 to Dun Rite Construction, $21,000 to Allison Park Contractors, and $49,424.15 to Palombo Landscaping. It also approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for 254 Broad Street, the 2026 minimum pension obligations totaling $251,928, and a temporary closure of Peebles Street for a block party on October 25. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved $146,257.34 payment to Dun Rite Construction (unanimous)
• Approved $21,000 payment to Allison Park Contractors (unanimous)
• Approved $49,424.15 payment to Palombo Landscaping (unanimous)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 254 Broad Street (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 pension obligations: $194,323 Police plan, $57,605 non‑uniformed plan (unanimous)
• Approved temporary closure of Peebles Street for block party on Oct 25 (unanimous)

Shade Tree Commission

The commission will consider the borough arborist’s report covering the fall 2025 tree removal, planting, and maintenance programs. It will also review applications for tree work at several residential and public locations, including addresses on Centennial Avenue, Broad Street, Pine Road, and others. The meeting includes routine approval of July 1, 2025 minutes and a response to previous applicants.

• Approval of July 1, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of borough arborist’s fall 2025 tree removal, planting, and maintenance programs
• Consideration of tree work application for 517 Centennial Avenue
• Consideration of tree work application for Sewickley Public Library
• Consideration of tree work application for 518 Academy Avenue

The commission unanimously approved the Arborist Report and the July meeting minutes. No formal votes were taken on individual tree applications, but the commission stated it did not object to several private tree removals pending use of an approved company. The commission also added a few borough trees to the high‑priority removal list.

• Approved Arborist Report (unanimous)
• Approved July meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Did not object to removal of 115 Centennial Sweet Gum tree pending approved company
• Did not object to removal of 520 Pine Rd private trees pending approved company
• Did not object to removal of 254 Broad private White Oak tree pending approved company
• Did not object to removal of 317 Peebles private Silver Maple pending approved company
• Added 1400 Princeton Elm (Chadwick St) to high‑priority removal list
• Added Kousa Dogwoods in Wolcott Park to high‑priority removal list

Historic Review Commission

The Historic Review Commission will consider a new application for an attached garage addition at 254 Broad St. The commission will also continue discussion of several old‑business items, including the HRC ordinance review, the Herbst house, a vacant seat, the HPP, and design guidelines. Public engagement information about the commission’s monthly meetings is also provided.

• 254 Broad St – attached garage addition (new business)
• HRC ordinance review (old business)
• Herbst house (old business)
• Vacant seat (old business)
• Design guidelines (old business)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a land development application for a new two-story mixed-use/conditional use building. The body will also continue discussions on zoning ordinances, long range planning, and the Village Overlay.

• Land development application for a 2 story mixed use/conditional use building at 430-432 Centennial
• Discussion of zoning ordinances
• Discussion of long range planning
• Discussion of Village Overlay

Borough Workshop

The Sewickley Borough Council will hold a workshop to review project updates, committee reports, and specific items including sidewalk letters, final restoration, and outdoor seating permits. The meeting will also address an HRC vacancy and a parking ambassador opening.

• Review of Sidewalk Letter
• Final Restoration discussion
• Outdoor Seating and Permitting Letter Review
• HRC vacancy
• Parking Ambassador Opening

The Sewickley Borough Council discussed several items, including sidewalk restoration and outdoor seating permits. The council decided that sidewalk letters will be mailed on November 1 and that outdoor seating letters will be sent out immediately. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous vote.

• Sidewalk letters scheduled for mailing on November 1
• Outdoor seating letters to be sent out immediately
• Council adjourned the meeting (unanimous vote)

Borough Council

The Sewickley Borough Council will hold public hearings on two conditional‑use applications for mixed‑use projects at 524 Locust Place and 514 Beaver Street. The council will vote on a resolution to transfer a restaurant liquor license to LPJ SPEAKS, LLC at 424 Broad Street. It will also consider grant requests for the Beaver and Broad Intersection Improvement ($174,042), the 2025 Sewer Repair Program ($150,000), and the War Memorial Trail and Connector ($500,000). Additional items include change‑order approvals and several temporary street‑closure requests.

• Public hearing – conditional use application for mixed‑use residential/commercial at 524 Locust Place
• Public hearing – conditional use application for mixed‑use retail/office at 514 Beaver Street
• Motion to approve liquor license transfer to LPJ SPEAKS, LLC for 424 Broad Street, Suite 1
• Motion to approve grant request for War Memorial Trail and Connector project – $500,000
• Motion to approve grant request for Beaver and Broad Intersection Improvement – $174,042

The Sewickley Borough Council unanimously approved the transfer of Restaurant Liquor License No. R-8678 to LPJ Speaks, LLC. It also approved grant requests for the Beaver and Broad Intersection Improvement Project ($174,042), the 2025 Sewer Repair Program ($150,000), and the War Memorial Trail and Connector Project ($500,000). Additional actions included approving a construction change order, a certificate of appropriateness, a payment application, and a conditional‑use mixed‑use project at 524 Locust Place.

• Approved transfer of Restaurant Liquor License No. R-8678 to LPJ Speaks, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved grant request for Beaver and Broad Intersection Improvement Project – $174,042 (unanimous)
• Approved grant request for 2025 Sewer Repair Program – $150,000 (unanimous)
• Approved grant request for War Memorial Trail and Connector Project – $500,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order No. 3 with Dun Rite Construction & Paving – $36,388.75 (unanimous)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 243 Frederick A/C condenser units (unanimous)
• Approved payment application No. 4 to Osiris Enterprises – $15,957.63 (unanimous)
• Approved conditional‑use mixed‑use project at 524 Locust Place (7‑yes, 1‑no)

Historic Review Commission

The Historic Review Commission will discuss design guidelines and the HRC ordinance review. The body is reviewing specific property requests for additions, fencing, and A/C units.

• 520 Pine Rd: side yard addition and fencing
• 243 Frederick Ave: A/C condensing units
• Design guidelines discussion
• HRC ordinance review
• Herbst house discussion

Planning Commission

The Sewickley Planning Commission will decide on conditional use applications for three mixed-use buildings and a residential lot consolidation at its September 3, 2025 meeting. The body will also review zoning ordinances, long-range planning, and the Village Overlay as part of regular business.

• 514 Beaver Street: Conditional use for mixed-use building (retail + business office)
• 524 Locust Place: Conditional use for mixed-use building (commercial lobby + residential)
• 214 Centennial Avenue: Lot consolidation and re-zoning from R-1/R-1A to R-1A
• Zoning ordinances review
• Long-range planning and Village Overlay discussion

Borough Workshop

The Sewickley Borough Council will hold a workshop meeting to receive committee reports, manager updates, and discuss old and new business. Items include a sidewalk program discussion, approval of a rock salt supply agreement, and updates on pedestrian safety and Chadwick Ballfield.

• Motion to approve rock salt supply agreement with SHACOG Purchasing Alliance for $88.32 per ton (Aug 1, 2025–Jun 30, 2026)
• Sidewalk Program Discussion
• Sidewalk Café Tables discussion
• Pedestrian Safety Update
• Chadwick Ballfield discussion

The council voted to approve an agreement with the SHACOG Purchasing Alliance to supply and deliver rock salt to the borough from August 1 2025 through June 30 2026 at $88.32 per ton. The motion was made by Todd Hamer, seconded by Donna Kaib, and passed with all members in favor. The council then adjourned the meeting unanimously.

• Approved rock‑salt supply agreement with SHACOG (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous vote)

Borough Council

The Sewickley Borough Council will meet to approve several contracts for road and park projects, including emergency repairs and ADA improvements, as well as vote on road closures for community events. Monthly reports from local departments and police will also be presented.

• Approve $399,000 payment to Allison Park Contractors for Crescent Avenue wall and slope stabilization emergency repairs
• $161,611.80 payment to C. Crump, Inc. for War Memorial Park stream restoration Phase 2
• $377,485.10 awarded to Youngblood Paving for 2025 Road Program Contract A and Bid Alternate #1
• $55,098.75 awarded to El Grande Industries for 2025 Road Program Contract B
• Approve road closures for Turkey Trot (Nov 27) and Sons of Italy street picnic (Sep 13) with police and borough manager oversight

The council adopted Resolution 2025-012 to purchase new firearms for the Sewickley Borough Police Department. It approved several payment applications and change orders for ongoing park and road projects. The borough awarded contracts for the 2025 Road Program and the 860 Nevin demolition project. It also authorized temporary road closures for the 9th Annual Turkey Trot and a street picnic.

• Approved Resolution 2025-012 to purchase new police firearms (all in favor)
• Approved payment application #1 to Allison Park Contractors, $399,000 (all in favor)
• Approved change order #1 to C. Crump, Inc., $1,600 (all in favor)
• Approved payment application #1 to C. Crump, Inc., $161,611.80 (all in favor)
• Awarded Youngblood Paving contract $377,485.10 for 2025 Road Program – Contract A (all in favor)
• Awarded El Grande Industries contract $55,098.75 for 2025 Road Program – Contract B (all in favor)
• Awarded J.R. Moran Contracting contract $16,082.74 for 860 Nevin Demolition Project (all in favor)
• Approved road closures for 9th Annual Turkey Trot on Nov 27, 2025 (all in favor)

Zoning Hearing Board

The Zoning Hearing Board will meet to consider a pending application from 616 Beaver Street, LLC. The applicant is seeking a variance to obscure more than 30% of the ground-floor window transparency.

• Case 25-05: Variance request for 616-618 Beaver Street regarding Section 330-502.G(2)(d)(4) of the Zoning Ordinance

Historic Review Commission

The Historic Review Commission will meet to discuss several ongoing items. The agenda focuses on old business including an ordinance review and specific property or design matters.

• HRC ordinance review
• Finials
• Herbst house
• Vacant seat
• HPP

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hold public hearings and vote on two conditional use applications for business offices. The body will also review payments and a change order for the Chadwick Park improvements project.

• Conditional use application for business office at 436 Beaver Street (Studio St. Germain)
• Conditional use application for business office at 421 Walnut Street (King and Huffines: Attorneys at Law PLLC)
• Payment of $137,371.18 to Palombo Landscaping, Inc. for Chadwick Park improvements
• Change order of $16,560.90 for Palombo Landscaping, Inc. regarding Chadwick Park subgrade and ADA curb ramp
• Certificate of Appropriateness for a two-story side addition and fencing at 520 Pine Road

The Sewickley Borough Council voted unanimously to approve conditional use applications for a business office on the 2nd floor of 436 Beaver Street and a business office on the 1st floor of 421 Walnut Street. The council also approved a change order for $16,560.90 and a payment of $137,371.18 for the Chadwick Park Improvements Project. A resolution to revise the Official Sewage Facilities Plan for 432 Centennial Avenue was adopted, and the certificate of appropriateness for 520 Pine Road was withdrawn by the applicant.

• Approved consent agenda (all in favor)
• Approved monthly reports (all in favor)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-011 for sewage plan revision (all in favor)
• Approved conditional use for 436 Beaver St business office (all in favor)
• Approved conditional use for 421 Walnut St business office (all in favor)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Chadwick Park Improvements ($16,560.90) (all in favor)
• Approved Payment #3 to Palombo Landscaping ($137,371.18) (all in favor)
• Certificate of appropriateness for 520 Pine Rd withdrawn (application withdrawn)

Historic Review Commission

The Historic Review Commission will consider a proposal for a side yard addition, fencing, and a driveway gate at 520 Pine Rd. The body will also continue discussions on the HRC ordinance, finials, the Herbst house, and a vacant seat.

• Proposed side yard addition, fencing, and driveway gate at 520 Pine Rd
• HRC ordinance review
• Discussion regarding finials
• Discussion regarding Herbst house
• Discussion regarding a vacant seat

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission will review the Borough Arborist's report on summer 2025 tree programs. The body will consider applications for tree work at specific addresses and discuss reports of dangerous trees.

• Tree work applications for 106 Centennial Avenue and 920 Centennial Avenue
• Tree work applications for 248 Linden Court (3 private trees, 1 Borough tree)
• Dangerous tree report at 898 Dickson Road
• Dangerous tree report at 746 McDonald St
• Review of new street tree planting pamphlet

The commission unanimously approved the Arborist Report and the June meeting minutes. It approved several tree removal applications, including a Borough Silver Linden at 248 Linden Ct and two Borough Crab Apple trees at 920 Centennial Ave. The commission also approved removal of private trees at 248 Linden Ct, 106 Centennial Ave, and 140 Bradley Ln, pending use of an approved removal company, and authorized distribution of a street‑tree planting pamphlet.

• Approved June meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Arborist Report (unanimous)
• Approved removal of Borough Silver Linden tree at 248 Linden Ct (unanimous)
• Approved removal and pruning of two Borough Crab Apple trees at 920 Centennial Ave (unanimous)
• Approved removal of three private Spruce trees at 248 Linden Ct (no objection, pending approved removal company)
• Approved removal of private Crab Apple tree at 106 Centennial Ave (no objection, pending approved removal company)
• Approved removal of private Norway Maple at 140 Bradley Ln (no objection, pending approved removal company)
• Authorized forwarding of street‑tree planting pamphlet to homeowners (Tyler to send to Donna & Diane)

Zoning Hearing Board

The Zoning Hearing Board will organize its leadership and hear two new variance applications. The board will determine if specific properties can deviate from existing zoning ordinances.

• Case 25-05: Request by 616 Beaver Street, LLC to obscure more than 30% of ground-floor window transparency at 616-618 Beaver Street
• Case 25-06: Request by Mary Chieppor for 329 Bank Street to build a garage in the front yard
• Case 25-06: Request by Mary Chieppor for 329 Bank Street to build a garage 24.5 ft. in height

Borough Workshop

The Borough Council will discuss a sidewalk program and storm sewer program. The body is considering approvals for certificates of appropriateness for two specific addresses. The meeting also includes reports from the Manager and various committees.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for new and replacement fencing at 100 Centennial Avenue
• Certificate of Appropriateness for new exterior landscape lightings at 500 Thorn Street
• Storm Sewer Program discussion with Mike Galet
• Sidewalk program and Sidewalk Café tables discussion
• EV ordinance updates

The council voted unanimously to approve a Certificate of Appropriateness for 100 Centennial Avenue to allow new and replacement fencing. It also voted unanimously to approve a Certificate of Appropriateness for 500 Thorn Street for new exterior landscape lighting. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 100 Centennial Avenue (fencing) – unanimous
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 500 Thorn Street (exterior lighting) – unanimous
• Adjourned meeting – unanimous

Historic Review Commission Workshop

The Historic Review Commission is holding a workshop to discuss exterior modifications for two properties. The body will also review existing ordinances and the HPP scope of work.

• Exterior lighting (spotlights) at 500 Thorn Street
• New and replacement fencing at 100 Centennial Ave
• Ordinance review
• HPP scope of work
• Herbst house

Borough Council

The Borough Council will vote on emergency repairs for the Crescent Avenue wall and the acquisition of vacant property on Beaver Street. The meeting includes several requests for street closures for community events and payments for park and road projects.

• Resolution 2025-008 for emergency repairs to Crescent Avenue wall and slope stabilization
• Resolution 2025-009 regarding acquisition of vacant property at Block and Lot 508-N-14, Beaver Street
• Payment of $45,804.60 to Palombo Landscaping, Inc for Chadwick Park improvements
• Final payment of $64,239.11 to El Grande Industries, LLC for 2024 Sewickley Road Program
• Lot consolidation application for 311 Sprott Way

The Sewickley Borough Council approved three resolutions authorizing emergency repairs to the Crescent Avenue wall, acquisition of vacant parcels, and a grant request with matching funds. It also authorized several agreements, payments, and street closures for community events. All motions passed unanimously or with all members in favor.

• Approved Resolution 2025-008 for emergency repairs to Crescent Avenue Wall and Slope Stabilization (all in favor)
• Approved Resolution 2025-009 for acquisition and disposition of vacant parcels at 508-N-14, Beaver Street (all in favor)
• Approved Resolution 2025-010 to request a grant and provide local matching funds (all in favor)
• Authorized agreement with Chief Mazza for use of a therapy certified canine (all in favor)
• Authorized Gateway Engineers to prepare documents for the 2025 Road Paving Project (all in favor)
• Approved payment #2 to Palombo Landscaping, Inc. of $45,804.60 for Chadwick Park Improvements (all in favor)
• Approved payment #4 and final to El Grande Industries, LLC of $64,239.11 for 2024 Sewickley Road Program (all in favor)
• Approved consolidation of lots at 311 Sprott Way as submitted by owners Jamie and David Wipkowski (all in favor)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a lot consolidation application. The body will also consider conditional use applications for business offices at two different locations.

• Public hearing for lot consolidation at 311 Sprott Way (R-1A zoning district)
• Conditional use application for a 2nd floor business office at 436 Beaver Street
• Conditional use application for a 1st floor business office at 421 Walnut Street
• Discussion on Village Overlay expansion questions from Council
• Review of zoning ordinances and long range planning

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission will review applications for tree work at two specific addresses. The body will also receive reports from the Borough Arborist regarding 2025 tree removal, planting, and maintenance programs.

• Tree work application for 100 Centennial Avenue
• Tree work application for 72 Linden Place
• 2025 List of Licensed Tree Experts
• Borough Arborist's report on Spring/Summer 2025 tree removal, planting, and maintenance

The commission unanimously approved the May 2025 meeting minutes. The Arborist Report was also approved without dissent. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous motion.

• Approved May meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Arborist Report (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Zoning Hearing Board

The Zoning Hearing Board will meet to review one new case. The board is considering a request to deviate from standard side yard setback requirements for a property addition.

• Case 25-04: Variance request for 524 Academy Avenue to permit a 5 foot side yard setback for a garage addition

Borough Workshop

The Borough Council will discuss a first amendment to the developer's agreement with Hoey’s Run LLC for properties at 400 and 420 Centennial Avenue. The meeting also includes discussions on the 2025 paving program and sidewalk program.

• Developer's Agreement amendment for 400 and 420 Centennial Avenue (Hoey’s Run LLC/Zamagias Properties)
• Road closure for storm management work at 328 Beaver Street-Duquesne Way
• 2025 Paving Program potential streets
• Proposed Resolution for VPR Program 508-N-14
• Sidewalk program discussion

The council voted to authorize a First Amendment to the Developer’s Agreement with Hoey’s Run LLC for the properties at 400 and 420 Centennial Avenue, with all members in favor. A proposal to install sunscreen dispensers in War Memorial Park was declined. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous vote.

• Authorized First Amendment to Developer’s Agreement for 400 & 420 Centennial Ave (unanimous)
• Declined proposal for sunscreen dispensers in War Memorial Park
• Adjourned council meeting (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will consider motions to appoint two patrol officers from the civil service eligibility list, approve multiple contractor payments totaling over $244,000 for sewer repairs, road work, and a park improvements project, and decide on hosting an air quality monitor on the borough building. A request to close Ferry and Emery streets for a neighborhood picnic on May 26 is also on the agenda.

• Motion to appoint two patrol officers using the Civil Service Commission eligibility list
• Final payment of $63,492.30 to Insituform Technologies for 2024 Sewickley Sewer Repairs – Contract A
• Payment of $13,680.00 to Osiris Enterprises for 2024 Sewickley Sewer Repairs – Contract B
• Payment of $120,705.52 to El Grande Industries for the 2024 Sewickley Road Program
• Motion to host a PurpleAir air quality monitor on the borough building and allow use of borough Wi-Fi

The council appointed Steven Berg and Celina Kelly as Patrol Officers, each by unanimous vote. It approved four contractor payments totaling $244,959.97 for sewer repairs, landscaping, and road work. The borough approved hosting a PurpleAir air‑quality monitor on the borough building. The council also approved closing Ferry Street and Emery Street for a neighborhood picnic on May 26.

• Appointed Steven Berg as Patrol Officer (all in favor)
• Appointed Celina Kelly as Patrol Officer (all in favor)
• Approved payment #2 to Insituform Technologies, LLC – $63,492.30 (all in favor)
• Approved payment #3 to Osiris Enterprises – $13,680.00 (all in favor)
• Approved payment #1 to Palombo Landscaping, Inc. – $46,182.15 (all in favor)
• Approved payment #3 to El Grande Industries, LLC – $120,705.52 (all in favor)
• Approved hosting a PurpleAir monitor on the borough building (all in favor)
• Approved closing Ferry Street and Emery Street for a picnic on May 26, 2025 (all in favor)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a motion to recommend approval of a lot consolidation application at 311 Sprott Way to Borough Council. They will also discuss zoning ordinances, long-range planning, and village overlay expansion.

• Public hearing for lot consolidation at 311 Sprott Way
• Motion to recommend the 311 Sprott Way application to Borough Council
• Discussion of zoning ordinances
• Long-range planning discussion
• Village Overlay expansion discussion in response to Council questions

Shade Tree Commission

The Sewickley Shade Tree Commission will consider approval of April meeting minutes and the arborist's report. They will review the spring/summer tree removal and planting programs, early 2025 winter maintenance, and April permits. Applications for tree work at 727, 719, and 891 Thorn Street are on the agenda. The commission will also approve the 2025 list of licensed tree experts.

• Approval of April 1, 2025 minutes and arborist's report
• Review of Tree Removal Program – Spring/Summer 2025
• Review of Tree Planting Program – 2025 Spring
• Applications for tree work: 727 Thorn Street, 719 Thorn Street, 891 Thorn Street
• Approval of 2025 list of licensed tree experts

The commission unanimously approved the April meeting minutes and the attached arborist report. It approved removal applications for private trees at 719/727 Thorn and a borough maple at 891 Thorn St, with the latter given a priority level of 2. The commission also agreed to proceed with spring tree planting and to coordinate GIS license access with the borough manager.

• Approved April meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved arborist report (unanimous)
• Approved removal of private trees at 719/727 Thorn (pending approved tree service)
• Approved removal of borough maple at 891 Thorn St (priority 2)
• Agreed to proceed with spring tree planting in May
• Agreed to coordinate GIS license access with borough manager

Historic Review Commission

The Historic Review Commission will meet to address old business items. The agenda includes a review of the HRC ordinance and discussions regarding finials and the Herbst house.

• HRC ordinance review
• Discussion on finials
• Discussion on Herbst house
• Filling of a vacant seat

Borough Workshop

The Sewickley Borough Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss multiple agenda items, including committee reports, the manager's project updates, and old business like the Purple Air Monitor and a banner request. New business includes discussions on curbs and sidewalks and the Expanded Village Overlay. No final votes are expected as this is a workshop session.

• Discussion of Expanded Village Overlay
• Curbs and sidewalks discussion
• Purple Air Monitor on Borough Building discussion
• Laughlin Children's Center Banner Request
• Manager's report: Street Tree Planting and Broad St. Island Planting

The Sewickley Borough Council held a workshop on April 22, 2025. No formal approvals, denials, or policy changes were adopted; the meeting consisted mainly of reports and discussions. The council adjourned at 8:07 PM by a unanimous motion.

• Adjourned unanimously (motion by Bates, second by Hamer)

Borough Council

The Sewickley Borough Council will consider a resolution to apply for a $291,330 state grant for trail and bridge improvements at War Memorial Park. Several other motions include approving a $254,800 change order for a parking canopy, awarding a $163,310 stream restoration contract, and implementing pedestrian safety intervals at five intersections. Council will also vote on developer agreements, event permits, and other routine business.

• Resolution 2025-007: Request $291,330 for War Memorial Park trail and bridge improvements
• Change Order No. 1: $254,800 for parking canopy installation at Borough Building lot
• Award C. Crump $163,310 for War Memorial Park Stream Restoration Phase 2
• Implement Leading Pedestrian Intervals at five signalized intersections (SR 65, Thorn, Broad, Beaver)
• Developer's agreement for 328 Beaver Street and structural repairs at 302 Thorn Street

The borough council adopted Resolution 2025-007 to request a $291,330 Non‑Motorized Train Program grant for improvements to the War Memorial Park trail and bridge. It also approved several development agreements, change orders, and traffic safety measures, including leading pedestrian intervals at five intersections. Additional approvals covered street closures for community events throughout 2025.

• Approved Consent Agenda (motion passed)
• Approved Monthly Reports (motion passed)
• Approved Resolution 2025-007 requesting $291,330 grant for War Memorial Park trail and bridge (all in favor)
• Approved developer agreement for 328 Beaver Street (all in favor)
• Approved change order $254,800 for parking canopy project at Borough Building (all in favor)
• Approved leading pedestrian intervals at five signalized intersections (all in favor)
• Awarded C. Crump contract for War Memorial Park Stream Restoration Phase 2, $163,310 (all in favor)
• Approved multiple street closures for events (May Mart, block parties, motorcycle show, etc.) (all in favor)

Historic Review Commission

The Sewickley Historic Review Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting on April 7, 2025. New business includes discussion of structural work at 302 Thorn Street, an RFP for a Historic Preservation Plan, and a vacancy. Old business includes review of the HRC ordinance, finials, and the Herbst house.

• Structural work under existing 2nd floor deck at 302 Thorn Street
• RFP for Historic Preservation Plan
• HRC ordinance review
• Discussion of Herbst house
• Vacancy/open position on the Commission

Planning Commission

The Sewickley Planning Commission will meet to review a residential lot consolidation and discuss zoning for hospital property. The body will also continue discussions on zoning ordinances and long range planning.

• Lot consolidation for residential property at 311 Sprott Way
• Zoning discussion regarding hospital property
• Review of zoning ordinances
• Long range planning discussion

Shade Tree Commission

The Sewickley Shade Tree Commission will meet to approve minutes from March 4, hear the arborist's report on winter tree removal, spring planting, and maintenance programs, and consider applications for tree work at 330 Frederick Avenue, 500 Thorn Street, and 316 Beaver Street/Duquesne Way. The commission will also review the 2025 list of licensed tree experts.

• Approval of March 4, 2025 minutes and arborist's report
• Review of early 2025 winter tree removal program and spring 2025 tree planting program
• Applications for tree work at 330 Frederick Avenue, 500 Thorn Street, and 316 Beaver Street/Duquesne Way
• Approval of 2025 list of licensed tree experts

The commission unanimously approved the March meeting minutes and the arborist report. Applications for the Sewickley Library landscaping plan, private pine tree removal at the former Cole funeral home site, and pruning of an oak at 330 Frederick were all approved. The commission also assigned the arborist to add memorial trees to the planting list and to coordinate spring planting and GIS license access with the borough manager.

• Approved March meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved arborist report (unanimous)
• Approved landscaping plan for Sewickley Library (application approved)
• Approved removal of private pine trees at former Cole funeral home site (application approved)
• Approved pruning of oak at 330 Frederick (application approved)
• Action: Add planting of memorial trees to planting list (assigned to arborist)
• Action: Coordinate spring planting and GIS license access with borough manager (assigned to arborist)

Borough Workshop

This is a workshop meeting of the Sewickley Borough Council, featuring committee reports and discussions on various topics. No final votes are expected; the council will consider a land development and developers agreement for 328 Beaver, a Pure Air Monitor on the borough building, sidewalks, a banner request from Laughlin Children's Center, and an HRC discussion.

• Discussion of land development and developers agreement for 328 Beaver
• Discussion of the Pure Air Monitor on the borough building
• Sidewalks discussion
• Laughlin Children's Center Banner Request
• HRC Discussion

The Sewickley Borough Council held a workshop on March 25, 2025, hearing public comments and reviewing several reports. No formal approvals, denials, or policy changes were recorded. The meeting concluded with a unanimous motion to adjourn.

• Adjourned unanimously (motion by Hamer, second by Bates)

Borough Council

Borough Council will vote on several construction contracts and land-use applications. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding a mixed-use development on Beaver Street.

• Award of $342,320.50 to DunRite Construction & Paving LLC for Borough Building parking lot improvements
• Award of $324,440.00 to Palombo Landscaping for Chadwick Park improvement project
• Conditional use application for retail, office, and residential mixed use at 328 Beaver Street
• Consent order and agreement for a daycare operation at 618 Locust Place
• Payment of $44,886.31 to Osiris Enterprises for 2024 sewer repairs

Council approved a conditional use application for mixed-use development at 328 Beaver Street, allowing retail on the first floor, offices on the second, and residential on the third. They also approved a pedestrian traffic control plan for the construction, awarded contracts for parking lot and park improvements, and authorized a consent order for a daycare at 618 Locust Place. The PurpleAir monitor installation was tabled for more information.

• Approved conditional use for mixed-use at 328 Beaver Street (6-1, Willoughby opposed)
• Approved pedestrian Traffic Control Plan for 328 Beaver Street construction
• Authorized consent order for daycare at 618 Locust Place
• Approved payment #2 to Osiris Enterprises for $44,886.31 for sewer repairs
• Awarded Dun Rite Construction & Paving LLC $342,320.50 for parking lot project
• Awarded Palombo Landscaping $324,440.00 for Chadwick Park project
• Approved Riverfront Park use for Community Day on March 15, 2025
• Tabled PurpleAir monitor installation for more information

Historic Review Commission Workshop

This is a workshop meeting of the Sewickley Historic Review Commission. They will review an HRC ordinance (old business) and discuss the scope of work for the HPP (new business). The meeting also includes approval of minutes and a call for public engagement on historic architecture.

• Review of HRC ordinance (old business)
• Discussion of HPP scope of work (new business)
• Approval of minutes from February 10, 2025

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a new conditional mixed-use building at 328 Beaver St. The commission will then vote on whether to recommend the application to the Borough Council. Other items include long range planning and zoning ordinances.

• Public hearing for land development of a conditional mixed-use building at 328 Beaver St.
• Recommendation vote for 328 Beaver Street application
• Discussion on long range planning
• Discussion on zoning ordinances

Zoning Hearing Board

The Zoning Hearing Board will consider a variance application for a property at 432 Centennial Avenue. The board will also address a Consent Order and Agreement regarding a court appeal filed by Amelia D’Antonio.

• Case 25-03: Request for 3 off-street parking spaces for a café (5 required) at 432 Centennial Avenue
• Case 25-03: Request for a driveway and carport in the front yard at 432 Centennial Avenue
• Consent Order & Agreement for appeal SA-24-757 filed by Amelia D’Antonio

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission will meet to discuss the Borough Arborist's report on winter removal and maintenance and spring planting programs. The commission will also review tree work applications for specific residential addresses.

• Tree work applications for 823 Thorn Street
• Tree work applications for 402 Peebles/815 Thorn Street
• Tree work applications for 809 Hopkins Street
• Review of 2025 list of licensed tree experts
• Borough Arborist's report on 2025 winter removal and maintenance and spring planting

The Shade Tree Commission unanimously approved the Arborist Report, which included recommendations to allow removal of three private trees at 823 Thorn Street, 402 Peebles Street (tree at 815 Thorn Street), and 809 Hopkins Street, pending use of an approved tree removal company. The commission also noted upcoming spring plantings of 36 trees and completed oak and elm pruning.

• Approved February meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Arborist Report including 3 private tree removal applications (unanimous)
• No objection to removal of Blue Spruce at 823 Thorn St, pending approved contractor
• No objection to removal of Yellow Maple at 402 Peebles/815 Thorn St, pending approved contractor
• No objection to removal of Norway Maple at 809 Hopkins St, pending approved contractor

Historic Review Commission

The Historic Review Commission is meeting to discuss the review of the HRC ordinance. No new business items are listed on the agenda.

• Review of HRC ordinance

Borough Council

Sewickley Borough Council will consider four resolutions including purchasing property at 860 Nevin Avenue and applying for a $291,330 state grant for War Memorial Park trail and bridge improvements. Several large payments for sewer repairs and road work totaling over $661,000 are up for approval. Council will also vote on multiple event requests for 2025 including parades, festivals, and street closures.

• Resolution 2025-003: authorize purchase of property at 860 Nevin Avenue
• Resolution 2025-004: apply for $291,330 park rehabilitation grant for War Memorial Park trail and bridge improvements
• Payment #2 to El Grande Industries for $533,368.92 for 2024 road program, including curb work on Backbone Road and milling/paving on Hopkins Street
• Payments totaling $128,262.60 to Osiris Enterprises and Insituform Technologies for sewer repairs
• Approval of multiple 2025 events: Easter egg hunt, wine walk, 5K fun run, Night Mart, Halloween parade, Santa parade, Harvest Festival, Memorial Day Parade, and Light Up Night

Sewickley Borough Council approved resolutions to purchase 860 Nevin Avenue, apply for a $291,330 state grant for War Memorial Park trail and bridge improvements, and appoint board/commission members. They also approved multiple contractor payments for sewer and road work, and authorized numerous 2025 community events including parades, festivals, and street closures. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution 2025-003 to purchase property at 860 Nevin Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-004 to apply for $291,330 state grant for War Memorial Park improvements (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-005 appointing board and commission members (unanimous)
• Approved $59,080.50 payment to Osiris Enterprises for sewer repairs (unanimous)
• Approved $533,368.92 payment to El Grande Industries for road program (unanimous)
• Approved $69,182.10 payment to Insituform Technologies for sewer repairs (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 event permits including Easter Egg Hunt, wine walk, 5k, Night Marts, parades, and festivals (unanimous)
• Set Light Up Night for Dec 5 and Trick or Treat for Oct 31, 6-8 pm (unanimous)

Historic Review Commission Workshop

The Historic Review Commission will hold a workshop meeting to review the HRC ordinance. The commission will also hold a discussion with Bill Callahan regarding the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO).

• Review of HRC ordinance
• Discussion with Bill Callahan regarding SHPO

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss and potentially take action on a land development and conditional use application for a mixed-use building at 328 Beaver Street. They will also continue discussion on zoning ordinance amendments. The meeting includes procedural items such as approval of previous minutes.

• 328 Beaver St. - Land Development and Conditional Mixed-Use Building
• Discussion of zoning ordinances
• Approval of January 8, 2025 meeting minutes

Zoning Hearing Board

The Zoning Hearing Board will organize by appointing a chair, vice-chair, and solicitor, then hold public hearings on two variance applications. Case 25-01 seeks a variance for an accessory roofed structure in the front yard at 256 Thorn Street; Case 25-02 seeks variances for two driveways and front-yard parking at 101 Beaver Street.

• Appointment of Zoning Hearing Board Chair, Vice-Chair, and Solicitor
• Case 25-01: variance request for an accessory roofed structure with open sides in the front yard at 256 Thorn Street (Section 330-601.A(3))
• Case 25-02: variance request to allow two driveways and open off-street parking in the front yard at 101 Beaver Street (Sections 330-608.B(2) and 330-1002.F)

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission will discuss the 2024 winter to early 2025 winter tree removal program, the 2025 spring planting program, and maintenance activities. They will also consider tree work applications at 50 Thorn Street and 630 Grove Street, and review the 2025 list of licensed tree experts.

• Tree removal program – 2024 winter to early 2025 winter
• Tree planting program – 2025 spring
• Tree maintenance program – 2024 winter to early 2025 winter
• Application for tree work at 50 Thorn Street
• Application for tree work at 630 Grove Street

The Shade Tree Commission approved three tree removal/pruning applications, including an emergency removal of a dead beech tree at 921 Beaver. They also reviewed the 2025 tree planting program (34 trees) and maintenance plans, and noted a $225,000 budget for 2025. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved pruning application at 50 Thorn Street
• Approved pruning application at 630 Grove Street
• Approved emergency removal of dead beech tree at 921 Beaver (removal ASAP)
• Reviewed 2025 tree planting program: 34 trees to be planted
• Noted 2025 budget of $225,000

Historic Review Commission

The Sewickley Historic Review Commission will hold its February 3, 2025 meeting, which includes reorganization by electing a new chairperson and secretary. The commission will also discuss sidewalk replacement and review the HRC ordinance. Public engagement is invited for informal guidance on historic preservation projects.

• Reorganization: motion to elect chairperson and secretary
• Sidewalk replacement discussion
• HRC ordinance review
• Approval of January 6, 2025 minutes
• Public engagement invitation for historic preservation guidance

Borough Workshop

This is a workshop meeting of the Sewickley Borough Council. They will hear public comments on festivals, receive committee reports, and discuss new business items including a planning commission update, HRC update, chess set location, and requests from Sweetwater for Sweet Jazz and Mavuno Festival, as well as a Sons of Italy birthday party. No formal votes are expected.

• Public comment by Scott Zahner on Harvest Festival, Halloween Parade & Santa Parade
• Planning Commission update from Dennis Ciccone
• HRC update from Bill Callahan
• Sweetwater request for additional Sweet Jazz event
• Sweetwater request for Mavuno Festival in Walnut Green

The workshop was procedural, with no formal votes taken. Council discussed upcoming events, including the Harvest Festival, Halloween Parade, Santa Parade, Night Marts, 5k Run, Wine Walk, Sweet Jazz, Mavuno Festival, and a Sons of Italy birthday party. They also discussed capital improvements, the Route 65 project, a chess set location, the Waste Management contract, grant notifications, a meeting with State Representative Valerie Gaydos, and hiring four Public Works employees. The meeting adjourned unanimously.

• Adjourned meeting unanimously (motion by Korczyk, second by Hamer)

Borough Council

The Sewickley Borough Council will vote on several resolutions and motions, including Resolution 2025-002 for a sewer extension at 328 Beaver Street and 327 Duquesne Way, a third amendment to the ground lease with Village Theater Company, a certificate of appropriateness for a fence at 215 Frederick Avenue, and a request to close Broad Street for a car show on August 9, 2025. The consent agenda includes approval of prior minutes and monthly reports.

• Resolution 2025-001 appoints members to borough boards and Sewickley Water Authority
• Resolution 2025-002 approves sewer extension plan for 328 Beaver Street and 327 Duquesne Way
• Motion to close Broad Street between Thorn and Beaver on August 9, 2025 for the Sewickley Car Show
• Third amendment to ground lease agreement with Village Theater Company
• Certificate of appropriateness for a 4-foot black aluminum fence at 215 Frederick Avenue

Sewickley Borough Council approved two resolutions: one appointing members to borough boards and the water authority, and another for a sewer extension serving 328 Beaver Street and 327 Duquesne Way. They also approved a street closure for the Sewickley Car Show, a ground lease amendment with Village Theater Company, a fence at 215 Frederick Avenue, and a revised employee handbook. No ordinances were enacted.

• Approved Resolution 2025-001 appointing board and water authority members (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-002 for sewer extension at 328 Beaver Street and 327 Duquesne Way (unanimous)
• Approved Broad Street closure for Sewickley Car Show on Aug 9, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved third amendment to Ground Lease Agreement with Village Theater Company (unanimous)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for fence at 215 Frederick Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved revised employee handbook (unanimous)

Historic Review Commission Workshop

The Sewickley Historic Review Commission is holding a workshop meeting to discuss the review of its ordinance. No old business is on the agenda. The meeting also includes an informal public engagement segment offering guidance to property owners on historic construction.

• Discussion of HRC Ordinance review

Planning Commission

The Sewickley Planning Commission will hold its annual reorganization, electing a Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Secretary for the coming year. The board will also set meeting dates for 2025, discuss upcoming applications, and review zoning ordinances. Approval of the September 4, 2024 meeting minutes is also on the agenda. This meeting is primarily procedural with no specific rezonings or dollar amounts listed.

• Election of Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Secretary
• Approval of September 4, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of 2025 meeting dates
• Discussion of upcoming applications (no details provided)
• Review of zoning ordinances (no specific items listed)

Shade Tree Commission

The Sewickley Shade Tree Commission will approve minutes from December 2024 and hear the Borough Arborist's report on the fall/winter 2024 tree removal program and the 2024–2025 tree planting program. The commission will also review tree work applications for 742 Cochran Street and 709 Harbaugh Street, and a list of tree species to avoid for planting. Visitors include a Bellevue Borough representative and a resident.

• Tree removal program for fall/winter 2024
• Tree planting program from fall 2024 to spring 2025
• List of tree species to avoid for planting
• Tree work application at 742 Cochran Street
• Tree work application at 709 Harbaugh Street

The Sewickley Shade Tree Commission approved a pruning application for a borough tree at 724 Cochran Street and rejected a removal application for a tree at 709 Harbaugh Street, which will instead be added to a future pruning bid package. The commission also approved the arborist report and appointments of officers.

• Approved pruning application for borough tree at 724 Cochran Street (unanimous)
• Rejected removal application for borough tree at 709 Harbaugh Street (unanimous)
• Approved arborist report (unanimous)
• Approved appointments: Kathy Brandt as Chairperson, Andrew Frishkorn as Vice Chairperson, Chris Crayton as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved December meeting minutes (unanimous)

Historic Review Commission

The Historic Review Commission will meet to elect its Chairperson and Secretary. The body will review a request for a fence at 215 Frederick Ave. and discuss updates to several sections of the borough's historic ordinances.

• Application for 4’ black aluminum open style fence and gate at 215 Frederick Ave.
• Review of Ordinance §198-2: Finding of facts and declaration of policy
• Review of Ordinance §198-3: Definitions
• Review of Ordinance §198-5: Establishment of the Historic Review Commission
• Review of Ordinance §198.6: Criteria for evaluation of applications for exterior work