Slatington public meetings in 2023

Water/Sewer/Highway Workshop Committee

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Finance Planning/Zoning, Public Safety, and Human/Community Services Committee

The Borough of Slatington is holding a combined committee workshop to discuss public safety staffing and equipment. Members will also review a charity bike ride request and a proposal for Veterans Banners on Main Street.

• Interviews for Slatington Fire Chief position
• Discussion on using COVID19 LFRF funds for fire truck payment
• Update on county grant for air pack cylinders
• Review of St. Luke 13 Annual Hospice Charity Bike Ride for June 1, 2024
• Proposal for Veterans Banners for Main Street

Borough Council

The Council is meeting to take action on several resolutions regarding the 2024 fiscal year. These items include establishing the annual budget, setting tax rates, and determining employee wages.

• Hiring of full-time Police Officer Aaron Radtke
• Resolution R-14-23: Establishing the 2024 Borough budget
• Ordinance 713: Fixing real estate tax rate, $5.00 per capita tax, and $52.00 local service tax
• Resolution R-16-23: Setting Chief of Police salary at $97,850.00 for 2024
• Resolution R-20-23: Appointing Elite Revenue Solutions as delinquent tax collector

Borough Council

The Borough Council will discuss potential bans on cannabis and strip clubs and consider new zoning provisions for tobacco and vape shops. The meeting also includes motions regarding equipment purchases, committee appointments, and various service agreements.

• Discussion of possible ban on cannabis and strip clubs
• Proposed Ordinance No. 712 regarding tobacco, smoke, and vape shop zoning
• Possible $5,600 purchase of shoring from Palmerton Borough
• Proposed $9,454.52 donation to Northern Valley Ambulance
• Proposed $3,700 purchase of a new line tracer for the Water Department

Borough Council

The Slatington Borough Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the 2024 preliminary budget and consider a motion to advertise it. They will also discuss and potentially vote on advertising Tax Ordinance 713, which would set tax rates for 2024 but is only needed if taxes are raised. Additionally, the council will consider authorizing yearly donations to the Slatington Public Library and the Northern Lehigh Pool Association.

• Discussion of 2024 preliminary budget
• Motion to advertise 2024 preliminary budget
• Discussion and motion to advertise Tax Ordinance 713 (setting tax rates for 2024, only if taxes raised)
• Motion to authorize yearly donation to Slatington Public Library
• Motion to authorize yearly donation to Northern Lehigh Pool Association

Water/Sewer/Highway Workshop Committee

The Water/Sewer/Highway Workshop Committee is meeting to discuss updates and projects. Topics include the Chestnut Alley project, a yard waste composting agreement, water issues at the fireman's statue, a control panel project, parking at St. John's Lutheran Church, and a PA Small Water Sewer grant for Maple Spring Drive.

• Update on Chestnut Alley project
• Review Yard Waste Composting Agreement
• Discuss water at fireman's statue
• Update on control panel project
• Discuss PA Small Water Sewer grant for Maple Spring Drive

Finance Planning/Zoning, Public Safety, and Human/Community Services Committee

The Finance, Planning, and Zoning committee will discuss potential bans on cannabis and strip clubs with guidance from Solicitor Lisa Young. Other discussions include police hiring and a proposal for Veterans Banners on Main Street.

• Proposed ban on cannabis and strip clubs
• Update on county grant for air pack cylinders
• Update on hiring of a new full-time police officer
• Proposal for Veterans Banners for Main Street by Post 16 American Legion
• Update on Economic Development and Beautification of Town committees

Borough Council

The Slatington Borough Council will hold its regular meeting on November 13, 2023, with several action items including a motion to transfer $6,599 from liquid fuels to fund the E. Franklin Street CDBG project, approval of a final payment for the Slate Heritage Trail, and a possible ordinance on smoke/vape shops. The agenda also includes routine approvals, committee updates, and public participation.

• Transfer $6,599 from liquid fuels to E. Franklin Street CDBG project (contingent on PennDOT approval)
• Final payment of $24,507.54 to Bruce George Paving and Excavating for Slate Heritage Trail
• Possible approval of Resolution R-13-23 for parking lot license agreement with St. Johns Evangelical Lutheran Church
• Quote from Parkson for brush subassembly and screen basket at $11,331 (10% discount if ordered before Thanksgiving)
• Reinvestment of four CDs totaling $810,000 across sewer and water funds

Water/Sewer/Highway Workshop Committee

The Water/Sewer/Highway Workshop Committee will discuss various infrastructure projects and grant updates. The meeting includes reviews of equipment quotes and discussions regarding local street projects.

• Review of $11,331.00 Parkson brush subassembly quote
• Review of $4,100.00 BEI Electrical water tank lighting quote
• Discussion of Verizon line on Sunrise Lane
• Request for temporary parking on Factory Street for So. Walnut Street Bridge project
• Updates on South Street CDBG and two water/sewer grants

Finance Planning/Zoning, Public Safety, and Human/Community Services Committee

The Slatington Borough Finance/Planning/Zoning, Public Safety, and Human/Community Services committees will hold a workshop meeting on October 16, 2023. They will discuss a possible ordinance on vape/cannabis/strip clubs and nuisance businesses, an update on hiring a new full-time police officer, and a proposal for Veterans Banners on Main Street. The meeting is a discussion-only workshop with no formal votes scheduled.

• Discussion of possible ordinance concerning vape/cannabis/strip clubs and nuisance businesses
• Update on possible hiring of new full-time police officer
• Proposal by Commander Ronnie Humanick of Post 16 American Legion for Veterans Banners on Main Street
• Update on Economic Development and Beautification of Town committees

Borough Council

The Slatington Borough Council is holding its regular meeting with several action items, including motions related to police equipment funding, a food bank gas request, and a copier lease. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, bills, and informational updates on community events.

• Motion to use COVID19 LFRF for $1,873.50 grant match for Bulletproof Vest Partnership
• Motion to approve Northern Lehigh Food Bank request to fill van at Borough pump ($50-$60/month)
• Motion to approve Slatington Lions Club Christmas tree sales at Slatington Trailhead (11/17/23-12/30/23)
• Motion to approve Police Pension Plan 2023 MMO for $47,307.04 from General Fund
• Discussion and possible motion to authorize advertisement of smoke shop/vap shop ordinance

Water/Sewer/Highway Workshop Committee

The Borough of Slatington's Water/Sewer/Highway Workshop Committee is meeting to discuss updates and items in three areas: highway, sewer, and water/special sewer. The committee will review a $4,100 quote from BEI Electrical for water tank lighting and get an update on the control panel project, plus discuss the South Street CDBG project.

• Review quote from BEI Electrical for water tank lighting for $4,100.00
• Update on the control panel project
• Discussion and update on South Street CDBG

Finance Planning/Zoning, Public Safety, and Human/Community Services Committee

The Slatington Borough committees are holding a workshop to discuss economic development, a possible homeowners association, the hiring of a new full-time police officer, and requests for community events and assistance. These are discussion items only, with no final decisions expected at this meeting.

• Discussion on economic development and beautification committees
• Introduction of topic of a Homeowners Association (HOA)
• Update on consortium results and possible hiring of a full-time police officer
• Request from Pat Rabenold to hold 'In Memory of Buzzy Car Cruise' on June 9, 2024
• Request from Northern Lehigh Food Bank for $50-$60 per month for van gas

Borough Council

The Slatington Borough Council will hold its regular meeting on September 11, 2023, with several action items including accepting a police officer's resignation, ratifying a body armor purchase, and approving a grant application for equipment upgrades. The agenda also includes multiple motions for payments, appointments, and event approvals, as well as informational updates from committees.

• Motion to accept Part-time Police Officer Christopher D’Andrea’s resignation effective immediately
• Motion to ratify purchase of body armor with concealment carrier at a cost of $2,042.00 for Slatington Police Department using COVID19 LFRF funds
• Motion to approve Resolution R-11-23, a resolution requesting a Statewide Local Share Assessment grant of $90,750.33 for equipment upgrade/roadway camera
• Motion to approve payment for App. #3 for $5,083.40 to LB Construction Enterprises, Inc. for 2021 CDBG (E. Franklin Street and ADA improvements) (final payment for project)
• Motion to approve quote from Envirep for $8,484.42 for sludge transfer pumps

Council approved several public safety purchases, including body armor and a grant request for roadway cameras. Multiple community events at Victory Park were authorized, and appointments were made to the Zoning Hearing Board and Public Library Board.

• Approved $5,083.40 final payment to LB Construction Enterprises for E. Franklin Street ADA improvements
• Accepted resignation of Part-time Police Officer Christopher D’Andrea (6-1)
• Approved $2,042.00 purchase of police body armor using COVID19 LFRF funds
• Approved Resolution R-11-23 requesting $90,750.33 grant for equipment and roadway cameras
• Authorized Police Chief Greg Winokur to offer full-time employment to a qualified candidate
• Approved Candy Cane Hunt, Homecoming Parade, and Caring Hearts' 'Warm and Cozy' and 'Trees in the Park' events
• Appointed Rebecca Edwards to the Zoning Hearing Board and Beverly Benfer to the Public Library Board
• Approved $8,484.42 and $3,432.54 quotes from Envirep for sewer pump repairs

Water/Sewer/Highway Workshop Committee

The Slatington Water/Sewer/Highway Workshop Committee is meeting to discuss and review several infrastructure items, including seal coating options for the Slate Heritage Trail, CDBG projects on Franklin and South Streets, and quotes for sewer pump repairs. They will also receive updates on water system projects and a recent water main break. The meeting is a workshop, so items are for discussion and review, not final decisions.

• Review quote from Envirep for $8,484.42 for sludge transfer pumps
• Review quote from Envirep for $3,432.54 for impellers and wear plates on recirculation pumps
• Review quote from LB Water for Sensus Read gun for $644.22
• Discussion on seal coating options for Slate Heritage Trail GTRP grant
• Update on Franklin Street and South Street CDBG projects

The Water, Sewer, and Highway committees reviewed several project updates and equipment quotes. No final votes were taken; three quotes for pumps and a meter reading gun were referred to the next regular meeting agenda.

• Referred $8,484.42 Envirep quote for sludge transfer pumps to regular meeting agenda
• Referred $3,432.54 Envirep quote for impellers and wear plates to regular meeting agenda
• Referred $644.22 LB Water quote for Sensus Read gun to regular meeting agenda

Finance Planning/Zoning, Public Safety, and Human/Community Services Committee

The Public Safety Committee approved a request for the fire company to participate in Palmer Twp L.V. Rescue Training. Several other requests regarding board appointments and community events were referred to the next regular council agenda for a decision.

• Approved fire company participation in Palmer Twp L.V. Rescue Training on August 30, 2023

Borough Council

The Slatington Borough Council will hold its regular meeting on August 14, 2023, to vote on resolutions, payments, and appointments. Key items include approving a $68,401.10 payment for Franklin Street CDBG work, considering proposals for Chestnut Alley and Oakhurst Drive, and discussing a possible police cruiser purchase. The council will also review a candidate for the Zoning Hearing Board and consider several CDBG funding awards for street reconstructions.

• Payment of $68,401.10 to LB Construction Enterprises for Franklin Street CDBG work
• Proposals for Chestnut Alley ($21,680.00 and $8,760.00) and Oakhurst Drive ($22,450.00 each) from S&G
• Proposed CDBG awards: $90,898.00 for Fifth Street and $87,399.00 for North Street reconstruction
• Possible purchase of police cruiser for $41,500.00 from Whitemoyer
• Resolution R-09-23 authorizing agreement with PennDOT for TASA funds

Borough Council approved several infrastructure projects including repairs to Chestnut Alley and Oakhurst Drive. The board also authorized the purchase of a new police cruiser and moved $750,000 from waste and sewer funds into CDs.

• Approved $21,680 for Church Street and Chestnut Alley repairs using COVID19 LFRF
• Approved $22,450 for Oakhurst Drive using sewer funds
• Approved $68,401.10 payment to LB Construction Enterprises, Inc. for Franklin Street CDBG
• Approved $41,051.00 purchase of command police cruiser from Fred Bean’s Ford
• Approved moving $250,000 from garbage fund and $500,000 from sewer fund into CDs
• Approved Resolution R-09-23 for PennDOT transportation funds
• Approved Resolution R-06-23 Right of Way Agreement for Blue Ridge Cable Technologies
• Approved Resolution R-10-23 for Slatington Public Library grant application

Water/Sewer/Highway Workshop Committee

The Water/Sewer/Highway Workshop Committee will discuss highway, sewer, and water items, including reviewing proposals for road work and potential CDBG funding for street reconstructions. They will also consider purchasing certificates of deposit with funds from garbage and possibly sewer or water accounts, and review a quote for a water meter reading device.

• Review S&G proposals for Chestnut Alley ($21,680.00 and $8,760.00)
• Review S&G proposals for Oakhurst Drive ($22,450.00 each, three proposals)
• Proposed CDBG award of $90,898.00 for Fifth Street reconstruction (West Church to Franklin Street)
• Proposed CDBG award of $87,399.00 for North Street reconstruction (Willow to Second Street)
• Review quote from LB Water for Sensus Read gun ($644.22)

Finance Planning/Zoning, Public Safety, and Human/Community Services Committee

The Borough of Slatington's Finance/Planning/Zoning, Public Safety, and Human/Community Services committees are meeting in a workshop to discuss several items. They will review an application for a vacant Zoning Hearing Board position, consider forming Economic Development and Beautification committees, discuss purchasing a police cruiser with a possible COVID-19 LFRF-funded first payment, and explore hiring a part-time seasonal parks employee. No formal votes are scheduled; these are discussion items.

• Review of Rebecca Edwards' application for vacant Zoning Hearing Board position
• Discussion on forming Economic Development and Beautification of Town committees
• Possible purchase of a police cruiser with 3-year payment plan, first year possibly funded by COVID-19 LFRF
• Discussion of hiring part-time seasonal employee for parks

The Public Safety Committee agreed to purchase an Explorer Command vehicle for $41,051. The Finance and Human Services committees moved to refer a Zoning Hearing Board appointment and the hiring of a seasonal parks employee to further action.

• Agreed to purchase Explorer Command vehicle for $41,051.00
• Requested Rebecca Edwards' application for Zoning Hearing Board be placed on next council meeting
• Requested Economic Development and Beautification of Town committee topic be placed on next council agenda
• Agreed to have Manager Stevens contact a potential part-time seasonal employee for parks

Borough Council

The Slatington Borough Council will hold its regular meeting on July 10, 2023, with several action items including rescinding a prior air pack refurbishment and authorizing a new purchase, discussing a police cruiser purchase, and approving resolutions for a right-of-way agreement and a water treatment contract. Public participation is limited to three minutes per person.

• Motion to rescind May 22, 2023 authorization for air pack refurbishing (max $12,000)
• Possible purchase of 30 Scott air pack cylinders for $35,280 using COVID LFRF funds
• Discussion on police cruiser purchase with possible COVID LFRF funding for first year
• Resolution R-06-23: Right of Way Agreement with Blue Ridge Cable Technologies
• Resolution R-08-23: Agreement with Martz Technologies for $180,743.82

Borough Council approved a revised paving contract for South Street and the purchase of new air pack cylinders using COVID-19 LFRF funds. The board also authorized the solicitor to draft an ordinance to control vape and smoke shops. Several community event requests were approved, including a block party and a library fundraiser.

• Approved $215,900 S&G Paving bid for South Street CDBG (Roll Call)
• Approved $35,280 purchase of 30 Scott air pack cylinders using COVID19 LFRF funds (Roll Call)
• Rescinded May 22, 2023 motion to refurbish air-pack cylinders (Roll Call)
• Authorized solicitor to advise on ordinance controlling vape and smoke shops (Voice Vote)
• Approved Pine Tree Drive block party for September 9, 2023 (Voice Vote)
• Approved Slatington Public Library food truck fundraiser for October 25, 2023 (Voice Vote)
• Approved letter to State Senator Coleman regarding whole home repair program (Voice Vote)
• Tabled Resolution R-6-23 pending Lehigh County Right of Way approval

Water/Sewer/Highway Workshop Committee

The Water/Sewer/Highway Workshop Committee is meeting to discuss updates on several infrastructure items, including Franklin Street and South Street CDBG projects, road patching, a new A/C unit for the sewer department, and the AutoCon project. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only workshop.

• Update on Franklin Street CDBG
• Update on South Street CDBG
• Update on road patching
• Kromer to install new A/C unit (old unit damaged by lightning)
• Update on AutoCon project; possible integration of Robert's panel

The committee received updates on CDBG projects and road patching. No formal votes were taken on new contracts or ordinances during this workshop meeting.

• Reported Franklin Street CDBG paving should start in early July
• Discussed South Street CDBG bid pending wage rate confirmation from S&G
• Noted Kromer will install new A/C unit in the coming weeks
• Scheduled AutoCon project meeting for June 27, 2023

Finance Planning/Zoning, Public Safety, and Human/Community Services Committee

The Slatington Borough committees will hold a workshop meeting to discuss forming two outside committees (Economic Development and Beautification), a possible ordinance to control vape and smoke shops, the release of liability for SCBA cylinders, options for purchasing a police cruiser, and a request for a block party on Pine Tree Drive. These are discussion items, not final decisions.

• Discussion on forming Economic Development and Beautification committees
• Possible ordinance to control vape and smoke shops
• Discussion on General Distributing Company release of liability for SCBA cylinders
• Options for possible purchase of a police cruiser
• Request from Andreas Hassold for block party on Pine Tree Drive on September 9, 2023

Finance Planning/Zoning, Public Safety, and Human/Community Services Committee

The Borough of Slatington's Finance/Planning/Zoning, Public Safety, and Human/Community Services committees will hold a joint workshop meeting to discuss several items. Topics include forming two outside committees (Economic Development and Beautification of Town), a possible ordinance to control vape and smoke shops, a liability release from General Distributing Company regarding SCBA cylinders, and a request for a block party on Pine Tree Drive. No formal votes are scheduled; these are discussion items.

• Discussion on forming Economic Development and Beautification of Town committees
• Possible ordinance to control vape and smoke shops in the borough
• Discussion on General Distributing Company release of liability for SCBA cylinders
• Request from Andreas Hassold for annual block party on Pine Tree Drive on September 9, 2023

The committee discussed forming economic development and beautification committees and potential ordinances for vape and smoke shops. Members reviewed the purchase of a 2017 Bronco for the police department and the replacement of SCBA cylinders. Several items were referred to the next regular council agenda for final approval.

• Approved motion to amend agenda to discuss purchasing another police vehicle (Voice Vote, All in Favor)

Borough Council

The Slatington Borough Council will vote on several contracts and grants, including a $56,000 state grant for stormwater improvements, a $106,999.30 paving payment for the Slate Heritage Trail, and a roofing contract for borough hall. They will also discuss fire department policies, sewer authority bills, and other routine matters.

• LSA grant of $56,000 for storm water improvements in northern Slatington
• Payment of $106,999.30 to Bruce George Paving for Slate Heritage Trail project
• Possible award of roofing contract for borough hall using COVID19 LFRF funds
• Motion to pay sewer authority bills totaling $7,656.53
• Resolution R-05-23 on fire department youth attendance and conduct policies

Borough Council awarded a road project contract to S&G Asphalt Services LLC and approved several payments using COVID-19 LFRF funds. The council also adopted new fire department conduct policies and appointed a fire department advisor.

• Awarded 2 South Street CDBG projects to S&G Asphalt Services LLC for $212,340.00 (7-0)
• Approved $106,999.30 payment to Bruce George Paving for Slate Heritage Trail project (7-0)
• Awarded $16,500.00 Borough Hall roofing contract to AJ Kerekes Roofing using COVID-19 LFRF funds (7-0)
• Authorized COVID-19 LFRF funds for Northern Lehigh Multi-Municipal Comprehensive Plan agreement (7-0)
• Accepted Resolution R-05-23 regarding fire department youth attendance and conduct policies (7-0)
• Appointed Ron Hausman as fire department advisor (6-1)
• Appointed Dan Stevens as delegate and Ron Kratz as alternate delegate for Lehigh Tax Collection Committee (Voice Vote)
• Approved payment of bills and transfers as presented by the Treasurer (7-0)

Water/Sewer/Highway Workshop Committee

The Slatington Water/Sewer/Highway Workshop Committee is meeting to discuss highway, sewer, and water items. Topics include paving estimates for Chestnut Alley, a draft NPDES permit, and updates on the AutoCon project, a new generator, and water meter radio readouts. This is a discussion-only workshop with no formal votes expected.

• Met with Bruce George Paving for estimate on Chestnut Alley and sinking sewer lateral trenches
• Discussion of draft NPDES permit
• Update on AutoCon project and possible integration of Robert's panel
• Update on new generator for wells #5 and #6
• Update on radio readout for water meters

The committee discussed a $56,000 LSA grant for storm sewers from Oakhurst to Shadow Oaks. Other discussions included paving estimates for Chestnut Alley, water meter readout technology, and the AutoCon project. No formal votes were taken on these items during the workshop.

• Noted receipt of $56,000 LSA grant for storm sewers
• Discussed paving estimate for Chestnut Alley from Bruce George Paving
• Discussed $85,000 system upgrade and potential re-bidding of AutoCon project
• Confirmed new generator for wells #5 and #6 is installed and working
• Discussed $200 per meter cost for new radio readout transmitters

Borough Council

Borough Council ratified a legal agreement for NPDES permit assistance and approved a final payment for the digester lid removal project. Council also rescinded a previous purchase of air pack cylinders in favor of refurbishing 30 bottles using COVID LFRF funds.

• Ratified Agreement of Representation with Paul J. Bruder, Jr. (max hourly rate $425.00)
• Approved $10,000.00 final payment to Brave Industrial Paint, LLC for digester lid removal
• Rescinded May 8, 2023 motion to purchase 36 30-minute cylinders for Scott Air Packs
• Approved refurbishing 30 bottles at a cost not to exceed $12,000.00 plus shipping (paid via COVID LFRF)

Finance Planning/Zoning, Public Safety, and Human/Community Services Committee

The Borough of Slatington's Finance/Planning/Zoning, Public Safety, and Human/Community Services committees will hold a joint workshop meeting on May 15, 2023. They will discuss a letter from Whitehall Township about Lehigh Tax Collection Committee delegates, possible fire department dispatch changes, taser replacement, forming a fire department advisory committee, and possible tax benefits for property upgrades. No formal votes are listed; most items are discussion topics.

• Review letter from Township of Whitehall regarding Lehigh Tax Collection Committee Delegates
• Discussion and possible action on adding neighboring municipalities to fire department dispatches
• Discussion for replacement of tasers for police department
• Discussion on forming a Slatington Fire Department Advisory Committee
• Possible tax benefits for property upgrades

The committee held workshop discussions regarding fire department dispatching, police equipment, and proposed fire department reforms. No formal votes were taken on the proposed ordinances or the fire department advisory committee.

• Proposed Daniel Stevens as delegate and Ronald Kratz as alternate for the Tax Collection Committee
• Discussed adding Walnutport Fire Department to daytime dispatches (6:00 AM to 6:00 PM) for fire and rescue calls
• Proposed investigating 4-way stops at Chestnut Street/Diamond Street and Chestnut Street/Center Street
• Discussed proposal for a 3-member Slatington Fire Department Advisory Committee
• Discussed potential tax benefits for property upgrades (garages and driveways)

Borough Council

The Slatington Borough Council will hold its regular meeting on May 8, 2023, to discuss and possibly take action on several items, including adopting a multi-municipal comprehensive plan agreement, purchasing police tablets, and approving a payment for a digester project. The agenda also includes routine approvals, committee reports, and public participation.

• Adoption of Resolution R-04-23 for Northern Lehigh Multi-Municipal Comprehensive Plan Intermunicipal Cooperative Implementation Agreement
• Purchase of 3 Galaxy Tablet A8s for police department using COVID-19 LFRF (estimated $250 each)
• Payment application No. 3 to Gilmore & Associates, Inc. for $89,209.00 for digester lid removal project
• Discussion on air packs for fire company and possible police grant application via VGG Consulting
• Approval requests for Halloween Parade (Oct 28, 2023) and NRLA's Bulldog Blast Summer Recreation Program at Victory Park

Borough Council approved several public safety purchases using COVID-19 LFRF funds and adopted a multi-municipal comprehensive plan agreement. The board also authorized a grant application for a new library elevator and approved payments for a digester lid removal project.

• Approved purchase of 36 air pack bottles for $42,336 using COVID-19 LFRF
• Approved purchase of 3 Galaxy A8 tablets for police not to exceed $900 using COVID-19 LFRF
• Adopted Resolution R-04-23 for Northern Lehigh Multi-Municipal Comprehensive Plan agreement
• Approved $89,209 payment to Brave Industrial Paint for digester lid removal project
• Approved trial use of VGG Consulting, LLC for police and fire grant writing
• Authorized Slatington Public Library to apply for a Wind Creek grant for a new elevator
• Approved annual Halloween Parade for Oct 28, 2023
• Approved use of Victory Park for Bulldog Blast Summer Recreation Program

Borough Council

The Slatington Borough Council will hold its regular meeting on May 8, 2023, to consider several action items, including approving a $89,209 payment for the digester lid removal project, purchasing three Galaxy tablets for the police department, and approving requests for the Halloween Parade and a summer recreation program. The council will also discuss issues with children at the fire house, possible police grants, and ratifying Civil Service Commission changes.

• Motion to approve payment application No. 3 to Gilmore & Associates, Inc. for $89,209.00 for digester lid removal project
• Request to purchase 3 Galaxy tablet A8's for police department using COVID19 LFRF (estimated cost about $250.00 per tablet)
• Motion to approve request for annual Halloween Parade on October 28, 2023, rain date October 29, 2023
• Motion to approve request from NRLA for use of Victory Park for Bulldog Blast Summer Recreation Program on Fridays from June 23 to August 4, 2023
• Discussion and possible action on adding neighboring municipalities on fire department dispatches

Water/Sewer/Highway Workshop Committee

The Water, Sewer, and Highway committees held workshop meetings to discuss project statuses. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded; the meetings consisted of progress updates and informational discussions.

• Discussed Franklin Street CDBG project: curb cuts and sidewalk work completed
• Discussed South Street CDBG projects: PennDOT will handle two ADA ramps at Main Street
• Updated on maintenance building generator installation scheduled for April 26, 2023
• Discussed digester lid removal project: nearing completion pending punch list and grass repair
• Discussed seeking grants for trickling filters estimated at over $400,000.00 per filter
• Updated on wells #5 and #6 generator: unit is running and tested
• Noted Slate Heritage Trail construction starting April 25, 2023

Finance Planning/Zoning, Public Safety, and Human/Community Services Committee

The Slatington Borough committees will hold a workshop meeting to discuss several items, including a multimunicipal comprehensive plan agreement, issues with children at the fire house, replacement of air packs and tasers, and requests for the Halloween Parade and use of Victory Park. No formal votes are scheduled; these are discussion items.

• Discussion on Northern Lehigh Multimunicipal Comprehensive plan intermunicipal cooperative implementation agreement
• Discussion on issues with children at fire house, in vehicles, and on calls
• Discussion on options for replacement of air packs at fire company
• Discussion for replacement of tasers for police department
• Request from Tiffany Rehrig-Schaeffer for Halloween Parade on Oct 28, 2023 (rain date Oct 29); request from Lindsay Taylor for Victory Park use Fridays 8 AM-4 PM for Bulldog Blast program (June 23-Aug 4, 2023)

The committee discussed funding options for fire department air packs and police department tasers, both of which will be moved to the next regular council agenda. Requests for a Halloween parade and a summer recreation program at Victory Park were also referred to the next council meeting for approval.

• Agreed to continue with solicitor's proposal regarding children at fire house
• Referred fire air pack replacement options to next regular council agenda
• Referred police taser replacement and grant writer discussion to next regular council agenda
• Referred Halloween Parade request for Oct 28, 2023, to next regular council agenda
• Referred NRLA Bulldog Blast Summer Recreation Program request for Victory Park to next regular council agenda

Borough Council

The Slatington Borough Council will hold its regular meeting on April 10, 2023, to discuss and vote on several financial approvals, including payments for construction and emergency projects, and to consider authorizing quotes for new firewalls. The agenda also includes discussions on bridge projects, sewer repairs, and possible action on revising the fire department ordinance and hiring a full-time police officer.

• Payment request No. 1 for $28,183.50 to LB Construction Enterprises for 2021 CDBG E. Franklin Street and ADA improvements
• Resolution R-03-23 authorizing agreement with PennDOT for transportation alternatives set-aside funds (TASA)
• Quote for 2 sonic wall firewalls (police and admin) at $633.79 each, total $1,267.58 from Keystone Technology
• Payment application No. 2 for $54,000.00 to Brave Industrial Paint LLC for digester lid removal
• Payment applications No. 2 ($11,306.70) and No. 3RET ($2,633.15) to Billitier Electric, Inc. for emergency generator project

Borough Council authorized the appointment of a part-time officer to a full-time position and approved several payments for road, sewer, and generator projects. Council also authorized the solicitor to draft an ordinance regarding fire department background checks.

• Approved offering a full-time police officer position to a part-time officer (6-0)
• Authorized solicitor to draft an ordinance regarding fire department background checks (6-0)
• Approved $28,183.50 payment to LB Construction Enterprises for E. Franklin Street and ADA improvements (6-0)
• Approved $54,000.00 payment to Brave Industrial Paint LLC for digester lid removal project (6-0)
• Approved $11,306.70 and $2,633.15 payments to Billitier Electric, Inc. for emergency generator project (6-0)
• Approved $1,267.58 for two sonic wall firewalls from Keystone Technology (6-0)
• Approved Resolution R-03-23 for PennDOT transportation alternatives set aside funds (6-0)
• Authorized manager to obtain estimates for Chestnut Alley repairs and sunken sewer laterals in northern Slatington (Voice Vote)

Water/Sewer/Highway Workshop Committee

The committee agreed to request that the April Council meeting obtain at least three estimates for redoing Chestnut Alley from Franklin Street to Church Street. Members also agreed to propose using remaining sewer funds for road patching at the next council meeting.

• Approved motion to amend agenda to discuss patching roads (Voice Vote, All in Favor)
• Agreed to propose using remaining sewer project funds for road patching at the council meeting
• Approved motion to amend agenda to discuss Chestnut Alley (Voice Vote, All in Favor)
• Requested council obtain at least 3 estimates for redoing Chestnut Alley from Franklin Street to Church Street

Water/Sewer/Highway Workshop Committee

The Water/Sewer/Highway Workshop Committee will hold a workshop meeting to discuss and receive updates on various infrastructure projects, including CDBG projects on Franklin and South Streets, sewer line televising, and water system improvements. The agenda includes committee member discussions and public participation, with no formal votes scheduled.

• Update on Franklin Street CDBG project
• Update on South Street CDBG projects
• Update on CDBG submission for 2023
• Update on digester lid removal project
• Update on new generator for wells #5 and #6

The committee agreed to request at least three estimates for redoing Chestnut Alley from Franklin Street to Church Street at the April Council meeting. Members also discussed using remaining sewer funds for road patchwork.

• Approved motion to amend agenda to discuss road patching (Voice Vote, All in Favor)
• Approved motion to amend agenda to discuss Chestnut Alley (Voice Vote, All in Favor)
• Agreed to request 3 estimates for Chestnut Alley repairs at April Council meeting
• Agreed to propose using remaining sewer project funds for road patchwork at Council meeting

Finance Planning/Zoning, Public Safety, and Human/Community Services Committee

The Borough of Slatington's Finance/Planning/Zoning, Public Safety, and Human/Community Services committees will hold a workshop meeting to discuss several items. Topics include a multimunicipal comprehensive plan agreement, fire company equipment and safety issues, police taser replacement, and possibly allowing alcohol at two community events. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Discussion on Northern Lehigh Multimunicipal Comprehensive Plan intermunicipal cooperative implementation agreement
• Discussion on issues with children at fire house, in vehicles, and on calls
• Discussion on options for replacement of air packs at fire company
• Discussion for replacement of tasers for police department
• Discussion on allowing alcohol to be served at Fall Food Truck Festival & Rock the Park

The committee reviewed a multimunicipal zoning implementation agreement and discussed fire department equipment and police taser replacements. The Human/Community Services Committee established insurance requirements for alcohol service at the Fall Food Truck Festival and Rock the Park.

• Required Denise Martinez to obtain a certificate of insurance to serve alcohol at Fall Food Truck Festival & Rock the Park
• Proposed placing the Northern Lehigh Multimunicipal Comprehensive plan agreement on the next regular council agenda
• Suggested providing a draft policy on children at the fire house to the fire company for review

Borough Council

The Slatington Borough Council will hold its regular meeting on March 13, 2023, to discuss and vote on various items, including which streets to apply for a 2023 CDBG grant, bidding on two South Street projects, and several event permit requests. The agenda also includes approvals for payments, contracts, and ordinance/resolution adoptions.

• Discussion and possible motion to approve streets for 2023 CDBG grant (April 17 deadline)
• Motion to proceed with bidding on two South Street CDBG projects
• Motion to adopt Ordinance 711 and Resolution R-02-23 on borough manager spending limits
• Motion to authorize payment of $38,250 to Brave Industrial Paint LLC for digester lid removal
• Motion to approve quote from LB Water for meter reading tablets/software at $8,542.86 plus tablet costs

Council administered the oath of office to Police Chief Greg Winokur and approved several CDBG grant applications for road work and fire equipment. The board also adopted an ordinance and resolution regarding the Borough Manager's purchasing powers and authorized the hiring of an additional municipal employee.

• Administered oath of office to new Police Chief Greg Winokur
• Approved CDBG 2023 grant process for So. Walnut Street, North Street, and 5th Street
• Approved bidding for two South Street CDBG projects (Main Street to Fairview)
• Approved CDBG grant application for fire company air packs
• Adopted Ordinance 711 and Resolution R-02-23 regarding Borough Manager purchasing powers
• Approved $38,250 payment to Brave Industrial Paint LLC
• Approved $8,542.86 quote from LB Water for meter readers and software
• Authorized Borough Manager to advertise for an additional municipal employee

Water/Sewer/Highway Workshop Committee

The Water/Sewer/Highway Workshop Committee is meeting to discuss several operational items, including a possible CDBG grant application for street improvements, water meter reading technology, and ongoing sewer and highway projects. No final decisions are expected; the agenda is primarily for discussion and updates.

• Discussion on which streets to apply for this year's CDBG grant (April 17 deadline)
• Quote from Szoke Brothers, Inc. for Maple Spring drain grate for grant application
• Discussion on fire truck tires purchased for ladder truck
• Quote from LB Water for new reader tablets and software for water meter reading
• Update on digester lid removal project and AutoCon project

The workshop committees discussed equipment quotes for water meters and drain grates, as well as CDBG grant street applications. No formal votes were taken on these items; several matters were referred to the next regular council agenda.

• Discussed Szoke Brothers, Inc. quote for Maple Spring drain grate
• Discussed return of used fire truck tires to the Borough
• Discussed potential streets for CDBG grant application
• Discussed hiring a floater for sewer plant and highway
• Reviewed LB Water quote for readers, tablets, and software
• Received update on AutoCon project notice to award issued Feb 22, 2023
• Received update on new generator installation

Finance Planning/Zoning, Public Safety, and Human/Community Services Committee

The Slatington Borough committees for Finance/Planning/Zoning, Public Safety, and Human/Community Services will hold a workshop meeting to discuss various topics. These include fire company air packs, police tasers, alcohol sales permits, and facility use requests for community events. The meeting is primarily for committee member discussion, with no formal votes scheduled.

• Discussion on replacement of air packs for fire company under CDBG-CV grant
• Discussion for replacement of tasers for police department
• Review application for sale of alcohol for 3 NLRA sponsored programs/events in 2023
• Review request for Running of the Dawgs on April 22, 2023 from Northern Lehigh Education Foundation
• Review application for Fall Food Truck Festival & Rock the Park on Sept. 17, 2023

Finance Planning/Zoning, Public Safety, and Human/Community Services Committee

The Borough of Slatington's Finance/Planning/Zoning, Public Safety, and Human/Community Services committees will hold a workshop meeting to discuss various topics. Items include public safety equipment replacements, alcohol sale applications for community events, and facility use requests. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only workshop.

• Discussion on issues with children at fire house, in vehicles, and on calls
• Update on CDBG-CV grant application for replacement of air packs for fire company
• Discussion for replacement of tasers for police department
• Review application for sale of alcohol for 3 NLRA sponsored programs/events in 2023
• Review request for Running of the Dawgs on April 22, 2023, and Fall Food Truck Festival & Rock the Park on Sept. 17, 2023

The committee discussed the fire department's need for $273,178.00 in new air packs and issues regarding children at the fire house. Several community event applications were reviewed for placement on the regular council agenda. One request for the Fall Food Truck Festival was conditionally agreed upon pending insurance.

• Approved request for Fall Food Truck Festival use of facilities pending certificate of insurance
• Approved motion to add St. Luke’s Hospice Charity Bike Ride to the agenda (Voice Vote, All in Favor)
• Tabled discussion on fire house child supervision for review by solicitor at next council meeting
• Tabled CDBG-CV grant update for next regular council agenda
• Tabled police taser replacement quotes for next committee agenda
• Tabled NLRA alcohol sale applications for next regular council agenda
• Tabled Northern Lehigh Education Foundation 'Running of the Dawgs' request for next regular council agenda
• Tabled Slatington History Preservation Committee marker request for next regular council agenda

Borough Council

Council hired Greg Winokur as Police Chief and awarded several infrastructure contracts for road and trail improvements. The board also approved dates for community events and authorized changes to the borough manager's spending limit ordinance.

• Hired Greg Winokur as Police Chief at $95,000 per year (6-0)
• Awarded E. Franklin Street CDBG project to LB Construction Enterprises, Inc. for $101,668.00 (7-0)
• Awarded Slate Heritage Trail renovation project to Bruce George Paving and Excavating for $131,506.84 (7-0)
• Awarded maintenance building generator contract to Wire Guys by Arc Electric for up to $11,480.00 (7-0)
• Awarded Route 873 flashing light repairs to BEI Electrical for $2,600.00 (7-0)
• Rejected existing bid and approved re-bidding for Victory Park bathroom project (Voice Vote)
• Authorized modifications to Ordinance 704 regarding borough manager spending limits (7-0)
• Approved 3rd Annual Kid’s Fishing Contest (4/29/23) and 2023 Community Yard Sales (Voice Vote)

Water/Sewer/Highway Workshop Committee

The Borough of Slatington's Water/Sewer/Highway Workshop Committee will meet to discuss and potentially authorize several infrastructure items. The Highway Committee will review quotes for a generator and a drain grate, and consider proceeding with preliminary engineering. The Sewer Committee will discuss hiring a floater and the digester lid removal project, while the Water/Special Sewer Committee will review water main repairs, the AutoCon project, and a radio service contract.

• Review quotes for generator at maintenance building
• Review quote from Szoke Brothers, Inc. for Maple Spring drain grate
• Authorization to proceed with preliminary engineering letter dated 12/2/2022
• Discussion of quote from BEI Electrical for repairs to flashing light on Route 873
• Review Essex Service Corporation Radio Service Contract

The committee approved a motion to add a quote from BEI Electrical for flashing light repairs on Rte 873 to the agenda. Other items, including generator quotes and a drain grate quote, were discussed and referred to future meetings. No final decisions were made regarding the Walnut Street bridge or the Essex Service Corporation contract.

• Approved motion to add BEI Electrical quote for Rte 873 flashing light repairs to agenda (Voice Vote, All in Favor)
• Tabled Essex Service Corporation Radio Service Contract

Finance Planning/Zoning, Public Safety, and Human/Community Services Committee

The Slatington Borough committees (Finance/Planning/Zoning, Public Safety, and Human/Community Services) are holding a workshop meeting to discuss several items. Topics include a possible modification to the spending limit ordinance, the role of a finance director, fire department issues and ordinance changes, and a facility use application for a fall food truck festival. The meeting is primarily discussion-oriented, with no formal votes listed on the agenda.

• Discussion on possible modification of spending limit on ordinance
• Introduction and discussion of the role of finance director
• Discussion of letter from Jeffrey Hausman regarding fire department issues
• Review of changes to fire department ordinance
• Application for Fall Food Truck Festival & Rock the Park on Sept. 17, 2023, 2-10 PM at park and amphitheater (rain date Sept. 18)

The committee authorized the installation of three heavy fabricated straps on a chimney for approximately $350. Other items, including manager spending limits and event applications, were referred to the next regular council agenda.

• Authorized installation of 3 heavy fabricated straps on chimney for approximately $350.00

Borough Council

The Slatington Borough Council is holding its regular meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including a parking lot lease with St. John's Lutheran Church, appointments to the library and zoning boards, and a resolution setting sewage enforcement fees. The agenda also includes updates on water system projects and a police training expense.

• Lease agreement with St. John's Lutheran Church for parking lot use
• Appointment of Joyce Thompson to Slatington Public Library Board (term to Dec 31, 2025)
• Re-appointment of Jaime Sillett to Zoning Hearing Board (3-year term)
• Resolution R-01-23 establishing sewage enforcement and permit fee structure
• Police training seminar for new detective and investigator, approx. $500

Borough Council approved several infrastructure contracts, including water plant upgrades and a digester lid project. The board also established a new sewage fee structure and filled vacancies on the Library and Zoning boards.

• Awarded digester lid removal project to Brave Industrial Paint LLC for $194,799.00
• Awarded Autocon panel upgrades to LRM Inc. for $100,072.44
• Approved Resolution R-01-23 establishing sewage enforcement and permit fees
• Approved 5-year Rave Mobile Safety renewal agreement for $9,832.50
• Approved appointment of Joyce Thompson to the Public Library Board of Directors
• Re-appointed Jaime Sillett to the Zoning Hearing Board for a 3-year term
• Authorized $750 maximum for Officer Christopher Pforter to attend a detective training seminar
• Approved license agreement with St. John’s Lutheran Church for parking lot use (5-1)