Wyomissing public meetings in 2022

Civil Service Commission

The Wyomissing Civil Service Commission will consider adopting an amendment to firefighter civil service rules that would allow applicants to have a standard driver's license at hire, with a Class B Commercial Driver's License required within six months. The commission will also discuss and act on police officer applicants, including determining their appropriateness, acceptance or disqualification, and ranking the top three for the eligibility list.

• Proposed amendment to Firefighter Civil Service Rules Section 3.8(E) to change license requirement from Class B CDL at application to within 6 months of hire
• Approval of minutes from September 23, 2022 meeting
• Review and determination of police officer applicants recommended by Chief of Police
• Ranking and certification of top three police officer applicants to Borough Council

Civil Service Commission

The Wyomissing Civil Service Commission will hold a special meeting to amend firefighter civil service rules, requiring a valid driver's license and a Class B CDL within six months of hire. The commission will also discuss, rank, and certify the top three police officer applicants for the eligibility list.

• Amend Subsection 3.8.E. of Firefighter Civil Service Rules to require valid driver's license and Class B CDL within six months of hire
• Discuss and determine appropriateness of police officer applicants recommended by the Police Chief
• Determine acceptance or disqualification of each police officer applicant
• Consider appointment of top three qualified police officer applicants to eligibility list
• Rank top three qualified police officer applicants and certify them to Borough Council

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will consider authorizing bonuses for two administrative personnel. The agenda includes a motion to take action on the bonuses, with a vote to table, approve, or deny.

• Motion to amend agenda to take action on administrative staff bonuses for two personnel
• Vote needed to table, approve, or deny the bonuses

Borough Council

The Wyomissing Borough Council is meeting to decide on hiring two police patrol candidates from the certified Civil Service list, allocating a $100,000 additional pension contribution between the non-uniformed and police plans, and approving $2,000 bonuses for two administrative staff members. These items were added to the agenda during the meeting.

• Hiring two Police Department Patrol candidates from the December 14, 2022 Civil Service certified list
• Allocating $100,000 additional pension contribution: $75,000 to non-uniformed plan, $25,000 to Police plan
• Authorizing $2,000 bonuses for two administrative personnel

Borough Council approved the hiring of the top two candidates for the Police Department Patrol position. Council also allocated $100,000 in additional pension contributions and authorized bonuses for two administrative staff members.

• Approved hiring top two candidates for Police Department Patrol position (7-0)
• Allocated $75,000 to non-uniformed pension plan and $25,000 to Police pension plan (7-0)
• Authorized $2,000 bonuses each for the Borough Secretary and Borough Utility Coordinator (7-0)

Borough Council

Council adopted the 2023 budget, fixed the 2023 tax rate, and established new water and sewer rates effective January 1, 2023. The board also accepted a $2 million RAC-P grant for the Relic 9 Works facility project and approved several infrastructure payments.

• Approved 2023 budget and fixed 2023 tax rate (6-0)
• Adopted new water and sewer rates effective Jan 1, 2023 (6-0)
• Accepted $2,000,000 RAC-P grant for Relic 9 Works facility (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1428-2022 restricting 48-hour parking for large vehicles (6-0)
• Approved $126,915.96 payment to Sewer Specialty Services (6-0)
• Approved $28,916 and $46,216.45 payments to LB Construction Enterprises for sidewalk work (6-0)
• Approved $162,817 change order for LB Construction Enterprises (6-0)
• Appointed Herbein + Company, Inc. as 2023 independent auditor at a fee of $17,000 (6-0)

Borough Council

The Wyomissing Borough Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance No. 1428-2022, which adds restrictions to the 48-hour parking allowance for certain vehicles. The council will also vote on several resolutions setting the 2023 tax rate, water and sewer rates, and the Borough fee schedule, as well as approving the advertised 2023 budget. Additional actions include approving multiple contractor payments, accepting a $2,000,000 grant for the Public Works facility, and various land development waivers and approvals.

• Public hearing and possible adoption of Ordinance No. 1428-2022 (48-hour parking restrictions)
• Resolution No. 2022-27 fixing the 2023 tax rate
• Resolution No. 2022-25 (water rates) and No. 2022-26 (sewer rates), effective Jan 1, 2023
• Payment of $126,915.96 to Sewer Specialty Services and $43,935.30 + $39,060 to LB Construction for sidewalk work
• Acceptance of $2,000,000 RAC-P grant for Public Works facility (50% match)

Finance & Administration Committee

The Finance & Administration Committee will review November 2022 financial results and pension contributions, and consider several resolutions setting 2023 rates and fees, including water, sewer, tax, and fee schedule changes. The committee will also discuss a proposed change to the water shut-off notice procedure and approve 2023 meeting dates. Action items require motions to table, approve, or deny.

• Resolution 2022-24: appoint Herbein + Company, Inc. as 2023 independent auditor for $17,000
• Resolution 2022-25: amend water rates effective January 1, 2023
• Resolution 2022-26: establish standard metered sewer rates effective January 1, 2023
• Resolution 2022-27: fix the 2023 tax rate
• Resolution 2022-28: revise and update the Borough fee schedule for 2023

Zoning Hearing Board

The Wyomissing Zoning Hearing Board is meeting to consider a requested variance from Section 602 of the Borough's Zoning Ordinance, which governs residential accessory buildings, structures, and uses, for the property at 1001 Reading Boulevard. The board will hear examinations, cross-examinations, and public comment before voting to table, approve, or deny the variance.

• Variance request from Section 602 for 1001 Reading Boulevard
• Public comment period limited to zoning hearing matters
• Board will vote to table, approve, or deny the variance

Zoning Hearing Board

The Wyomissing Zoning Hearing Board will hold a hearing on a requested variance from Section 602 of the Borough Zoning Ordinance for a property at 1198 Reading Boulevard. The board will take testimony, hear public comment, and then vote to table, approve, or deny the variance.

• Variance request from Section 602 (Residential Accessory Buildings, Structures and Uses) for 1198 Reading Boulevard
• Public comment period limited to the variance matter
• Board vote to table, approve, or deny the variance

Zoning Hearing Board

The Wyomissing Zoning Hearing Board will hold a hearing on a requested variance to convert existing single-family semi-detached dwellings at 1209-1211 Penn Avenue into two-family semi-detached units. The board will take public comment, examine parties, and then vote to table, approve, or deny the variance.

• Variance request from Section 502 'Uses Permitted by Right' to allow two-family conversion at 1209-1211 Penn Avenue
• Public comment period limited to zoning matters
• Board vote to table, approve, or deny the variance

Planning Commission

The Wyomissing Planning Commission will review and vote on several land development plans, including the Berkshire Mall West project, a drive-thru addition waiver, and a warehouse expansion. They will also discuss a draft zoning amendment for short-term rentals and a grant application for sewer work.

• Berkshire Mall West preliminary/final land development plan at 1101 Woodland Road
• Waiver request for 650 s.f. addition and drive-thru enclosure at 301 North Park Road
• Final land development plan for 1,560 s.f. warehouse addition at 850 North Wyomissing Boulevard
• Draft zoning amendment to define and regulate short-term rentals and add parking requirement for mixed-use lifestyle centers
• Planning consistency letter for H20 PA grant application for West Lawn Interceptor replacement

Fire & Police Committee

The Wyomissing Fire & Police Committee will review monthly reports from the Fire Department, Western Berks Ambulance, and Police Department, and consider several action items. These include waiving a commercial driver's license requirement for firefighter applicants, authorizing a letter of intent for a free DCED operational study, and selling a police car to the school district. The committee will also discuss license plate reader cameras, police officer hiring, and sick leave for off-duty injuries.

• Waive Section 3.8(E) requiring Class B CDL for firefighter applicants; must obtain within 6 months of hire
• Authorize Letter of Intent to DCED for free Fire Department operational study
• Sale of a Police car to Wyomissing Area School District
• Discuss License Plate Reader camera update
• Discuss sick leave per Firefighter Collective Bargaining Agreement for off-duty injuries

Infrastructure Committee

The Infrastructure Committee will discuss and vote on accepting a $2 million RAC-P grant for the Public Works facility project, which requires a 50% match. They will also review contract payments and change orders for ongoing projects, including watermain replacement, sanitary sewer work, and sidewalk repairs, and discuss future projects like the State Hill Road improvements and pedestrian bridge.

• RAC-P grant of $2 million for Public Works facility, 50% match required
• 2022 Watermain Replacement: $336,650 contract with Wexcon, Inc., work in 2023
• 2022 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation: $304,891.40 contract, payment #4 of $126,915.96
• 2022 50/50 Sidewalk Repairs: change order #1, new contract price $162,817.00
• Traffic signal projects: TELCO contracts $159,514.25 and $248,490.75

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will review and discuss a draft ordinance regulating short-term rentals and a companion zoning amendment. A motion is needed to approve, table, or deny recommending the drafts to the Borough and County Planning Commissions. The committee will also discuss marketing recent development projects to outside developers and receive updates on commercial properties.

• Review draft short-term rental ordinance and zoning amendment
• Motion needed to send draft ordinances to planning commissions
• Discuss marketing of recent development projects to outside developers
• Update on various commercial properties of interest

Recreation Board

The Wyomissing Borough Recreation Board will meet to approve October minutes and financial reports, discuss the December recreation schedule including the Lighting of the Greens and holiday events, and review facility rentals. Under old business, the board will discuss the future of the Memorial Day Parade, updates on the July 3rd Moonlight Swim/Fireworks, and complaints about Happy Hollow and Wyomissing Hills Memorial Park, with possible motions on the parade and basketball court remediation. New business includes recruiting board members and alternates. No meeting will be held in December.

• Approval of October 2022 meeting minutes and financial report
• Discussion of Lighting of the Greens station selection (Dec 3)
• December schedule: Holiday Light Runs Dec 7, 14, 21 at 5:30pm; Family Movie Dec 11 at WAHS Auditorium 3pm
• Discussion and possible motion on Memorial Day Parade future
• Discussion of complaints and basketball court remediation at Happy Hollow and Wyomissing Hills Memorial Park

Borough Council

The Wyomissing Borough Council will review and vote on multiple infrastructure payments, including a $192,950.69 reduction to the 2022 Street Work Project, bringing the final contract to $1,121,155.19, and payments to H&K Group, Sewer Specialty Services, and LB Construction. They will also consider a 2023 mowing contract, a school district sign on parkland, and various committee reports. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes, reports, and financial statements, as well as several policy items like yard waste collection changes and false alarm fee waivers.

• Change Order No. 2 for 2022 Street Work Project: -$192,950.69, final contract $1,121,155.19
• Payment Application No. 3 to Sewer Specialty Services: $16,441.47 for sewer rehabilitation
• Payment Application No. 1 to LB Construction: $60,840 for 50/50 Sidewalk Work
• 2023 mowing contract with Smitty's Lawn Care at $3,180 per cut
• Authorize $80,000 payment to Wolfe Roofing for fire station roof

Borough Council approved several infrastructure payments and the 2023 mowing contract. The council authorized the advertisement of the 2023 budget, which proposes no tax increase but suggests higher water, sewer, and refuse rates. Additionally, council approved a new ordinance restricting 48-hour parking for certain vehicles.

• Authorized advertisement of 2023 budget with no tax increase (7-0)
• Approved advertisement of Ordinance 1428-2022 restricting 48-hour parking (7-0)
• Awarded 2023 mowing contract to Smitty’s Lawn Care at $3,180 per cut (7-0)
• Approved $80,000 payment to Wolfe Roofing for fire station roof (7-0)
• Approved $19,400 initial contract with CivicPlus for website services (7-0)
• Moved yard waste collections to Mondays and kept recycling on Wednesdays (7-0)
• Denied Berkshire Investment Group's request to waive police false alarm fees (5-0)
• Authorized archery hunters to retrieve deceased deer on Borough property (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Commission will consider a waiver request for a drive-thru addition at 301 North Park Road. They will also review a preliminary/final land development plan for a 23,000 s.f. building addition near Berkshire Mall West.

• Waiver request for 650 s.f. addition and enclosure at 301 North Park Road
• 23,000 s.f. building addition at 1101 Woodland Road/Berkshire Mall West
• Request for waivers regarding plan submission and scale at Berkshire Mall West
• Discussion of a fee in lieu of a Traffic Impact Study for Berkshire Mall West

Finance & Administration Committee

The Finance & Administration Committee will review October financial results and discuss the third draft of the 2023 budget, with a motion needed on whether to advertise it. They will also consider several spending items, including an $80,000 invoice for the fire station roof, an $8,500 unbudgeted study for police and admin building needs, a $4,000 deposit for 2023 fireworks, and a proposed switch to a new IT provider. The meeting is a working session with multiple action items.

• 2023 budget third draft discussion and motion to advertise
• Fire station roof invoice from Wolfe Roofing for $80,000
• Yield and mass study proposal from Olsen Design Group for $8,500 (unbudgeted)
• Proposal to terminate current IT provider and contract with SOLVE IT
• Website redesign with CivicPlus at $19,414 first year, $4,500 annual maintenance

Park & Shade Tree Commission

The Park and Shade Tree Commission will discuss tree diseases, summer/fall accomplishments, and spring plans. A key decision involves whether to allow archery hunters to retrieve deer from borough-owned property when the deer is shot on private land. The commission will also set 2023 meeting dates.

• Discussion of Emerald Ash Borer and Lantern Fly situations
• Review of Summer/Fall 2022 completed projects
• Planning for Spring 2023 projects
• Motion needed on deer retrieval recommendation for borough property
• Discussion of Park Bench Program correspondence

Fire & Police Committee

The Fire & Police Committee will review monthly reports from the Fire Department, Western Berks Ambulance, and Police Department, and discuss several operational items. Actions may be taken on Ordinance No. 1428-2022 regarding 48-hour parking restrictions, a request for partial relief of police false alarm fees for Berkshire Investment Group, and moving the November meeting date.

• Ordinance No. 1428-2022: additional restrictions on 48-hour parking allowance for certain vehicles
• Request for relief or partial relief of police false alarm fees for Berkshire Investment Group
• Discussion of static license plate readers and FCC radio frequency renewal
• Discussion of large vehicle parking ordinance and towing services concern
• Proposed meeting date change to Tuesday, November 29, 2022

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will discuss Kimberton Whole Foods' decision to open a new location at 810 Knitting Mills Way and its grand opening on October 31, 2022. The committee will also receive updates on various commercial properties of interest.

• Discussion with Kimberton Whole Foods on new store at 810 Knitting Mills Way
• Grand opening of Kimberton Whole Foods on October 31, 2022
• Update on various commercial properties of interest

Finance & Administration Committee

The Finance & Administration Committee is holding a special budget meeting to review the updated 2023 draft budget, including expenses, revenues, major assumptions with rates, and capital item requests. Members will discuss any additions, removals, or adjustments, and may authorize Business Manager Phyllis Smith to make changes. They will also decide whether another special budget meeting is needed.

• Review of updated 2023 draft budget expenses and revenues
• Re-review of major assumptions with rates
• Re-review of capital item requests
• Discussion of additions, removals, or adjustments to the budget
• Possible motion to authorize Business Manager Phyllis Smith to make budget changes

Finance & Administration Committee

The Finance & Administration Committee is holding a special budget meeting to review the 2022 year-end projection and fund balances, and to discuss the 2023 draft budget, including expenses, revenues, major rate assumptions, and capital item requests. They will also consider additions, removals, or adjustments to the budget and may authorize Business Manager Phyllis Smith to make changes. The meeting is primarily a discussion and review session, with no final budget adoption listed on this agenda.

• Review 2022 year-end projection and fund balances
• Review 2023 draft budget expenses and revenues
• Review major assumptions with rates
• Review capital item requests
• Motion needed for Business Manager Phyllis Smith to make budget changes

Zoning Hearing Board

The Wyomissing Zoning Hearing Board is meeting to consider a requested variance from the Borough's zoning ordinance for the property at 617 Lake Avenue. The variance concerns Sections 404 (Area, Yard and Height Regulations) and 704.3 (Nonconforming Buildings or Structures). The board will hear testimony, take public comment, and may table, approve, or deny the request.

• Variance request for 617 Lake Avenue from Sections 404 and 704.3
• Public comment period on the variance
• Possible motion to table, approve, or deny the variance

Zoning Hearing Board

The Wyomissing Zoning Hearing Board is meeting to consider a variance request from Section 424 (Area, Yard and Height Regulations) of the Borough's Zoning Ordinance for the property at 1041 Terrace Avenue. The board will hear examinations, public comment, and then vote to table, approve, or deny the variance.

• Variance request for 1041 Terrace Avenue from Section 424, Area, Yard and Height Regulations
• Public comment period limited to the variance matter
• Board will vote to table, approve, or deny the variance

Recreation Board

The Wyomissing Recreation Board will vote on the Memorial Day Parade plan, non-profit facility rental fees, and discuss updates on a proposed pickleball court at the Mausoleum field. They will also review the October recreation schedule, facility rentals, and maintenance concerns, plus 2023 budget requests.

• Motion to approve or deny Memorial Day Parade plan
• Motion to approve or deny non-profit fees for facility rentals
• Discussion on proposed pickleball court at Mausoleum field
• Review of September 2022 meeting minutes and financial report
• 2023 budget requests including information kiosks and outdoor movie projection equipment

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will consider recommending that Borough Council advertise for an Assistant Public Works Director, with a proposed start date after January 3, 2023. The committee will also discuss options for employee appreciation events and whether to recommend funding for them in the 2023 budget.

• Vote on recommending advertising for Assistant Public Works Director position
• Discussion of employee appreciation events (lunches, early dismissal, better uniforms)
• Possible recommendation to Finance Committee for 2023 budget funds for staff events

Infrastructure Committee

The Wyomissing Infrastructure Committee will review and vote on several infrastructure contracts and payments, including sewer rehabilitation, street improvements, and sidewalk repairs. They will also discuss a proposed cable franchise agreement with Service Electric, a school district sign request, and a mowing contract bid. The meeting includes updates on water, bridges, and a 10-year facilities plan.

• Service Electric franchise agreement discussion for cable service expansion
• Sanitary sewer rehabilitation payment recommendation of $16,441.47
• Street improvements change order and final payment totaling $56,057.74
• Mowing contract bid of $3,980/cut from Smitty's Lawn and Landscape
• WASD request to install 3'x5' athletic sign on borough parkland

Borough Council

The Wyomissing Borough Council will vote on several infrastructure payments, including $583,054.38 for the 2022 Street Work Project and $62,201.43 for sewer rehabilitation. They will also consider emergency boiler repairs at the fire station, a data breach discussion, and a refuse fee increase. Other items include conditional approval for a development at 19 State Hill Road and several job description updates.

• Payment of $583,054.38 to H&K Group for 2022 Street Work Project
• Payment of $62,201.43 to Sewer Specialty Services for sewer rehabilitation
• Emergency boiler repair at fire station up to $75,000
• Refuse, Recycling, and Yard Waste fee increase to $112.50 quarterly effective Jan 1, 2023
• Conditional final plan approval for 19 State Hill Road

Wyomissing Borough Council approved multiple payments and fee increases, including a $583,054.38 payment for the 2022 Street Work Project and a quarterly refuse fee increase to $112.50 starting January 2023. Council also authorized up to $75,000 for an emergency boiler repair at the fire station, approved several job description revisions, and granted conditional final plan approval for 19 State Hill Road. All votes were 7-0.

• Approved $583,054.38 payment to H&K Group for 2022 Street Work Project (7-0)
• Approved $62,201.43 payment to Sewer Specialty Services for sewer rehabilitation (7-0)
• Authorized up to $75,000 for emergency boiler repair at fire station (7-0)
• Approved refuse, recycling, and yard waste fee increase to $112.50 quarterly ($450 annually) effective Jan 1, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved revised Recreation Director, new Assistant Public Works Director, and revised Public Works Director job descriptions (7-0 each)
• Granted conditional final plan approval for 19 State Hill Road (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-23 implementing Act 57 property tax penalty waiver provisions (7-0)
• Approved $17,400 payment to McClosky Mechanical for library HVAC repair (7-0)

Finance & Administration Committee

The Wyomissing Finance & Administration Committee will review September 2022 financial results, discuss the 2023 draft budget meeting schedule, and consider several financial actions including pension contributions, a maturing PLGIT investment, and new refuse/recycling fees. They will also discuss a potential cost-sharing arrangement with WBWA for repairing a water line under the Route 12 bridge.

• Review September 2022 revenues, expenses, variances, fund balance, and reserve funds
• Discuss and approve dates for 2023 draft budget discussions
• Consider roll-over or withdrawal of maturing PLGIT investment
• Motion to approve Q4 MMO contribution amount
• Discuss establishing quarterly refuse, recycling, and yard waste fees based on new contract

Planning Commission

The Wyomissing Planning Commission will review and potentially act on the preliminary/final land development plan for 19 State Hill Road. The commission may grant conditional final approval subject to comments in an August 25, 2022 review letter, or table, deny, or accept a 60-day time extension. Public comment is limited to matters within the borough's jurisdiction.

• 19 State Hill Road – Preliminary/Final Land Development Plan
• Review of McCarthy Engineering's review letter dated August 25, 2022
• Possible motion to grant conditional final plan approval
• Possible motion to table, deny, or accept a 60-day time extension

Fire & Police Committee

The Fire & Police Committee will review monthly reports from the Fire Department, Western Berks Ambulance, and Police Department, and discuss updates on COVID and a fire-damaged facility. Decisions are needed on handicapped parking applications for 1540 Penn Avenue and 1110 Fairview Avenue, and on waiving Police and Fire Department hiring application fees. The agenda also includes discussion of a PCCD grant, a police detail with Cumru Township, and large vehicle parking enforcement.

• Handicapped parking application for 1540 Penn Avenue
• Handicapped parking application for 1110 Fairview Avenue
• Motion to waive Police and Fire Department hiring application fees
• Review of August 2022 Western Berks Ambulance monthly report
• Discussion of PCCD grant information

Civil Service Commission

The Wyomissing Civil Service Commission will hold a special meeting to handle personnel changes and hiring procedures. They will accept resignations, swear in new members, and review application forms for police officer and firefighter positions. The commission will also consider starting the application process and creating new eligible lists for both roles.

• Accept resignation of Commission member and alternate member
• Administer oath of office to new Commission member and alternate member
• Review, amend, and/or approve police officer application form
• Consider and/or approve commencement of police officer application process and creation of new eligible list
• Review, consider, and/or approve firefighter application form and commencement of application process

Civil Service Commission

The Wyomissing Civil Service Commission will administer oaths to new members, accept resignations, and consider opening application processes for entry-level police officer and firefighter positions to create new eligibility lists. The commission will also review application forms and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Administer oath to new voting member Keith Neff and alternate John Ellington
• Accept resignation of voting member Jody Menon and alternate Keith Neff
• Review and vote on entry-level police officer application form
• Discuss opening police officer application process for new eligibility list
• Review and vote on entry-level firefighter application form

Recreation Board

The Wyomissing Recreation Board is meeting to approve August minutes and financial reports, hear committee updates, and discuss the 2023 recreation schedule. They will vote on several old business items, including the Memorial Day Parade, snack bar options, a pickleball court proposal, and facility rental fees. New business includes addressing a senior pool rate increase and a possible park bench memorial program.

• Proposal to construct a pickleball court at Mausoleum field
• Facility rental fee schedule for 2023 and updated rental process
• Implementing non-profit fees for facility rentals
• Discussing the future of the Memorial Day Parade
• Senior pool rate increase concern

Personnel Committee

The committee met to discuss personnel matters in an executive session. The agenda was amended to include discussion and action on job descriptions for the Recreation Director, Public Works Director, and Assistant Public Works Director.

• Amendment to discuss job descriptions for Recreation Director
• Amendment to discuss job descriptions for Public Works Director
• Amendment to discuss job descriptions for Assistant Public Works Director

Infrastructure Committee

The Wyomissing Infrastructure Committee is meeting to discuss and vote on several infrastructure items, including contract awards, payment applications, and project updates. Key actions include recommending payments for the 2022 Streets Improvements and Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation projects, and deciding on a lease renewal for the Huyett House. The agenda also covers updates on water main replacement, traffic signal improvements, and bridge projects.

• 2022 Watermain Replacement awarded to Wexcon, Inc. for $336,650.00, work scheduled for 2023
• 2022 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation & Televising Project awarded to Sewer Specialty Services Co., Inc. for $304,891.40; payment application #2 for $62,201.43 to be considered
• 2022 Streets Improvements awarded to H&K Group, Inc. for $1,170,055.26; payment application #3 for $583,938.62 to be considered
• 2022 50/50 Sidewalk Repairs awarded to LB Construction Enterprises, Inc. for $116,417.00 plus $46,400.00 add-alternate
• Huyett House lease renewal for one year at $1,600/month to be considered

Borough Council

The Wyomissing Borough Council will review committee reports and vote on several contracts and payments, including a $4,091,446.80 refuse, recycling, and yard waste contract with JP Mascaro, and payments for sewer and street work projects. The agenda also includes decisions on playground age changes, a new Garden Club, and various financial authorizations.

• Award refuse, recycling, and yard waste contract to JP Mascaro for $4,091,446.80
• Approve payment of $74,244.02 to Sewer Specialty Services for sewer rehabilitation
• Approve payment of $272,628.84 to H&K Group for 2022 Street Work Project
• Authorize $124,287 payment to Pioneer Pole Buildings for pole building project
• Approve $94,050.12 for two police vehicles in 2023

Council awarded the Refuse, Recycling, and Yard Waste contract to the lowest bidder, JP Mascaro, in an amount not fully specified in the minutes, with a 5-0 roll call vote (Councilmember Stanko abstained due to a conflict of interest). A resident had urged the council to table or deny the contract, citing concerns about the bidding process, cost increases, and lack of auditing. Council also approved numerous other payments and actions, including sewer and street work payments, playground age changes, and formation of a Garden Club.

• Awarded Refuse, Recycling, and Yard Waste contract to JP Mascaro (lowest bidder), 5-0 (Stanko abstained).
• Approved payment of $74,244.02 to Sewer Specialty Services for sewer rehabilitation.
• Approved payment of $272,628.84 to H&K Group for 2022 Street Work Project.
• Authorized changing playground program age from 7-13 to 7-12 years old, 6-0.
• Authorized formation of a Garden Club with supply costs from Recreation budget, 6-0.
• Approved handicapped parking space request for 1414 Garfield Avenue, 6-0.
• Activated Civil Service Commission to generate hiring lists for Police and Fire Departments, 6-0.
• Authorized pre-order of two police vehicles for 2023 delivery at $94,050.12, 6-0.

Finance & Administration Committee

The Finance & Administration Committee will review and vote on several expenditures, including a $124,287 payment for Parks Department pole barn materials, an $8,600 engagement letter for Cohen Law Group to negotiate a cable franchise agreement with Service Electric, and a $48,825 HVAC replacement invoice. They will also consider reallocating $5,000 from AED funds for a snow blower, pre-ordering two police vehicles for $94,050.12, and approving a $46,400 sidewalk add-alternate. Financial updates and tax-related waivers are also on the agenda.

• Approve $124,287 payment to Pioneer Buildings for pole barn materials
• Approve $8,600 engagement letter for Cohen Law Group to negotiate Service Electric cable franchise
• Approve $48,825 payment to McCloskey Mechanical for Fire Station HVAC replacement
• Authorize pre-order of two police vehicles for $94,050.12 including upfitting
• Approve $46,400 add-alternate for handicapped ramps and crosswalks at Deborah Drive and Wingert Road

Refuse & Recycling Committee

The Refuse & Recycling Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss bids received for refuse, recycling, and yard waste contracts. They will consider motions to table, approve, or deny awarding the contracts to the lowest qualified bidder(s), and to recommend the Finance Committee increase the annual residential billing rate for these services. Public comments are limited to the committee's jurisdiction.

• Discussion of bids for refuse, recycling, and yard waste contracts
• Motion to table, approve, or deny awarding contracts to lowest qualified bidder(s)
• Motion to recommend Finance Committee increase annual residential billing rate for refuse, recycling, and yard waste collection

Zoning Hearing Board

The Wyomissing Zoning Hearing Board is meeting to consider a variance request from Section 602 of the Borough Zoning Ordinance for a property at 6 High Road. The agenda includes procedural steps, public comment, and a final motion to table, approve, or deny the variance.

• Variance request from Section 602, 'Residential Accessory Buildings, Structures and Uses' for 6 High Road
• Public comment period limited to zoning hearing matters
• Motion to table, approve, or deny the variance

Zoning Hearing Board

The Wyomissing Zoning Hearing Board is holding a hearing to consider a variance request from the Borough's zoning ordinance for the property at 850 North Wyomissing Boulevard. The variance would waive requirements in Section 544 (area, yard, and height) and Section 609 (off-street parking). The board will take testimony, hear public comment, and then vote to table, approve, or deny the request.

• Variance from Section 544 (Area, Yard and Height Requirements)
• Variance from Section 609 (Off-Street Parking)
• Property: 850 North Wyomissing Boulevard
• Public comment period
• Motion to table, approve, or deny the variance

Fire & Police Committee

The Fire & Police Committee will review monthly reports from the Fire Department, Western Berks Ambulance, and Police Department, and discuss updates on police vehicles, license plate readers, in-car computers, and the pursuit policy. They will also vote on ordering 2023 police vehicles, a handicapped parking request for 1414 Garfield Avenue, and activating the Civil Service Commission to create a hiring list for police and fire departments.

• Motion to table, approve, or deny ordering 2023 police vehicles
• Motion to table, approve, or deny handicapped parking space request for 1414 Garfield Avenue (Isabella Torres)
• Motion to table, approve, or deny activating Civil Service Commission for police/fire hiring list
• Review of Fire Department August 2022 To Date Report and July 2022 Expanded Report
• Discussion of Western Berks Ambulance July 2022 report, COVID updates, and fire-damaged facility

Economic Development Committee

The committee will hear a presentation regarding the Imagine Berks Strategic Economic Development Action Plan. Pamela Shupp Menet, Berks County’s Director of Community and Economic Development, will present the plan.

• Presentation of the Imagine Berks Strategic Economic Development Action Plan

Recreation Board

The Wyomissing Recreation Board is meeting to approve minutes and financial reports, and to discuss and vote on several recreation items. Key decisions include whether to add pool closure language to the 2023 guide, change playground age limits and fees, adjust facility and walk/run rental fees, and allow research into a pickleball court at the Mausoleum field. The board will also discuss the Soccer Club lease, a Garden Club, and replacing park kiosks.

• Vote on adding pool closure warning to 2023 Recreation Guide
• Vote on changing Playground program age to 6-12 as of April 1
• Vote on changing Playground, facility, and walk/run rental fees for 2023
• Vote on allowing research into Pickleball court at Mausoleum field
• Discussion of Wyomissing Soccer Club lease and fund division

Personnel Committee

The committee will meet to discuss personnel matters in an executive session. No specific agenda items or business topics are listed in the provided document.

Infrastructure Committee

The Wyomissing Infrastructure Committee will review and vote on recommending payments and contract awards for several infrastructure projects, including sanitary sewer rehabilitation, street improvements, and sidewalk repairs. They will also discuss a cable franchise agreement with Service Electric, updates on water and bridge projects, and a proposal to split crosswalk installation costs with West Reading.

• Sanitary sewer rehab pay application #1: $74,244.02
• 2022 street improvements pay application #2: $272,628.84
• Sidewalk repair add-alternate bid: $46,400
• Service Electric franchise agreement discussion
• Crosswalk cost-sharing with West Reading at Park Road South and Parkside Drive North

Borough Council

The Wyomissing Borough Council will elect its president and vice presidents, then vote on several contracts and waivers, including a $116,417 sidewalk repair bid and a $209,414.19 payment for street work. The agenda also includes reports from committees and staff, plus resolutions on records destruction and a recognition.

• Award 50/50 sidewalk work to LB Construction Enterprises, Inc. for $116,417
• Authorize payment of $209,414.19 to H&K Group, Inc. for 2022 Street Work Project
• Waive $2,300 penalty fee on water/sewer account for 4 Park Plaza
• Increase Parks pole barn project budget by up to $25,000
• Grant stormwater and subdivision waivers for 19 State Hill Road

Council approved the 50/50 sidewalk program bid to LB Construction Enterprises, Inc. for $116,417, and authorized a $209,414.19 payment for the 2022 Street Work Project. They denied a crosswalk installation due to safety concerns, tabled a $20,000 parkland study, and approved several routine reports and resolutions.

• Awarded 50/50 sidewalk work to LB Construction Enterprises, Inc. for $116,417 (6-0)
• Authorized payment of $209,414.19 to H&K Group for 2022 Street Work Project (6-0)
• Denied crosswalk installation across South Park Road at Park Side Drive North (6-0)
• Tabled $20,000 parkland study for 2023 budget discussions (6-0)
• Approved waiving $2,300 penalty fee for water/sewer account at 4 Park Plaza (6-0)
• Approved $25,000 increase to pole barn project budget (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-21 for records destruction (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-22 recognizing John C. Woodward (6-0)

Borough Council

The Wyomissing Borough Council is holding a special meeting to review and discuss a candidate proposal from the 1st and 2nd Vice Presidents for an open Council position. A motion is needed to table, approve, or deny the proposal. The agenda also includes public comment periods and standard old/new business sections.

• Review and discuss candidate proposal for open Council position
• Motion to table, approve, or deny the candidate proposal
• Public comment on agenda items and non-agenda items

At a special meeting, Wyomissing Borough Council filled one open Council position by appointing David L. Reeser. The motion passed 5-1, with Councilmember Barnett voting against and expressing support for Jen Reimer. The meeting was otherwise procedural, including public comments and discussion of candidates.

• Appointed David L. Reeser to vacant Council seat (5-1)

Finance & Administration Committee

The Wyomissing Finance & Administration Committee is meeting to review cash balances, July 2022 financial results, and Q2 pension performance. They will also vote on removing penalties from 4 Park Plaza's first quarter water bill and adding $25,000 to the budget for the Parks Department pole barn project. The agenda was amended to discuss a Park and Shade Tree Commission motion, with one resident objecting.

• Vote on removing penalties from 4 Park Plaza's 2022 first quarter water bill
• Vote on adding $25,000 to the budget for the Parks Department pole barn project
• Review of July 2022 revenues, expenses, variances, fund balance, and reserve funds
• Review of gross and net real estate taxes, mercantile, local services, and other local taxes
• Q2 2022 pension plan performance update

Park & Shade Tree Commission

The Park & Shade Tree Commission will discuss tree diseases, spring and summer projects, and a deer survey report. A motion is needed to table the deer report and related action until the vacant Parks Director position is filled. The commission will also review a Forest Stewardship Program proposal from Berks Nature and discuss forming a Garden Club.

• Motion to table Deer Survey Report and deer-related action until Parks Director position is filled
• Review of May 10, 2022 Council meeting minutes on deer in parklands
• Discussion of Emerald Ash Borer and Lantern Fly situations
• Review of Berks Nature meeting on Forest Stewardship Program
• Motion to form a Garden Club, made by Catharine Lentz, seconded by Frederick Mogel

Planning Commission

The Wyomissing Planning Commission will review land development plans and a stormwater management waiver request for 19 State Hill Road, and may vote on recommending approval to Council. They will also discuss rescheduling the September 6, 2022 meeting to September 7.

• Review land development plans for 19 State Hill Road
• Stormwater waiver request from Sections 310.c.6.ii, 403.1.p(7), 404.1.x
• Possible recommendation for conditional final plan approval
• Possible 90-day time extension for developer
• Discussion on moving September 6 meeting to September 7

Fire & Police Committee

The Fire & Police Committee will review monthly reports from the Fire Department, Western Berks Ambulance, and Police Department, and discuss COVID updates and the fire-damaged ambulance facility. The committee will also vote on requests for the Lauren's Foundation 5K and the Friends of Reading Hospital half marathon/5K, and on removing handicapped parking spaces at two addresses due to residency changes. An agenda amendment was made to take action on the Police Department's light duty provision, despite an objection from a resident.

• Vote on Lauren's Foundation 5K on October 30, 2022
• Vote on Friends of Reading Hospital half marathon/5K on October 16, 2022
• Vote on removing handicapped parking at 1522 Delaware Avenue and 1036 Terrace Avenue
• Review of Fire Department July 2022 To Date Report and June 2022 Expanded Report
• Action on Police Department's light duty provision

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will review criteria for Air BNB and similar short-term rentals within the Borough. Members will also discuss The Knitting Mills project receiving an EPA Region 3 Phoenix Award.

• Review of Air BNB or similar short term rental regulation criteria
• Discussion of The Knitting Mills receiving the EPA Region 3 Phoenix Award

Refuse & Recycling Committee

The Wyomissing Refuse & Recycling Committee is meeting to review monthly tonnage totals, discuss hauler performance issues, and discuss current refuse and recycling contracts. The agenda is largely a routine review of operations with no specific decisions or proposals listed. Public comments are limited to matters within the committee's jurisdiction.

• Review monthly refuse/recycling tonnage totals and inconsistencies
• Discuss hauler performance: missed stops, communication, bulk item collection
• Discuss current refuse and recycling contracts

Zoning Hearing Board

The Wyomissing Zoning Hearing Board is meeting to consider a variance request from the Borough's Area, Yard and Height Regulations for the property at 1326 Reading Boulevard. The board will hear testimony, take public comment, and may vote to table, approve, or deny the variance.

• Variance request from Section 404 for 1326 Reading Boulevard
• Public comment period on the variance
• Possible board vote on the variance

Recreation Board

The Wyomissing Recreation Board is meeting to approve June minutes and financial reports, and to discuss a range of recreation topics including program and staffing levels, facility rental policies, playground fees, and upcoming events. They will also review the July 4th parade, pool survey results, and a playground donation from WAEF.

• Approval of June 2022 meeting minutes and financial report
• Review of July 4th parade and events
• Discussion of playground fee structure and pricing packages for next season
• Discussion of borough facilities rental policy, including renting by proxy
• Playground donation from WAEF: $895 received, $325 balance waived

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will meet to conduct business including an executive session regarding personnel matters. No specific agenda items or topics are listed in the provided document.

Infrastructure Committee

The Infrastructure Committee will discuss a cable franchise request from Service Electric, review zoning and code reports, and receive updates on water, sewer, and street projects. Several contracts have been awarded, including watermain replacement, sewer rehabilitation, and street improvements, with specific dollar amounts listed. The committee will also consider partnering with West Reading on crosswalks and review other infrastructure items.

• Service Electric franchise agreement request
• 2022 Watermain Replacement awarded to Wexcon, Inc. for $336,650.00
• 2022 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation & Televising Project awarded to Sewer Specialty Services Co., Inc. for $304,891.40
• 2022 Streets Improvements awarded to H&K Group, Inc. for $1,146,061.46 (revised to $1,170,055.26)
• Bike Sharing Station awarded to Tandem Mobility for $60,000.00

Borough Council

The Wyomissing Borough Council is meeting to approve, deny, or amend multiple committee reports and take action on infrastructure, finance, and administrative items. Key decisions include authorizing a well installation, negotiating a cable franchise agreement, approving a $40,600 HVAC payment, and awarding a $148,594 contract for GLG Program 2019 work. The council will also consider a mid-block crossing on Hill Avenue, a fee for police camera footage requests, and accepting a councilmember's resignation.

• Authorize well installation at 1001 Reading Boulevard for irrigation
• Approve $40,600 payment to McClosky Mechanical for library HVAC work
• Award $148,594 to Telco Inc. for GLG Program 2019 work (grant-funded)
• Purchase Neptune water meters from Rio Supply, Inc. for $52,533.20
• Accept resignation of Councilmember John C. Woodward, effective July 12, 2022

The Wyomissing Borough Council accepted Council President John C. Woodward's resignation effective July 12, 2022, and authorized advertising the open seat with letters of interest due by July 29, 2022. The council also approved several infrastructure and financial actions, including awarding a $248,490.75 grant-funded project to Telco Inc., approving a $40,600 payment for library HVAC work, and adding $23,990.80 in alternate items to the 2022 Street Project.

• Accepted resignation of Council President John C. Woodward (5-0)
• Authorized advertisement of open Council seat, letters due July 29, 2022 (5-0)
• Awarded GLG Program 2019 work to Telco Inc. for $248,490.75 (5-0)
• Approved $40,600 payment to McClosky Mechanical for library HVAC (5-0)
• Approved adding $23,990.80 in alternate items to 2022 Street Project (5-0)
• Approved $52,533.20 purchase of Neptune water meters from Rio Supply (5-0)
• Approved $375 fuel surcharge from Smitty's Lawn and Landscaping (5-0)
• Approved mid-block crossing on Hill Avenue for Wyomissing Square Retail (5-0)

Finance & Administration Committee

The Wyomissing Finance & Administration Committee will review monthly financial results and consider several spending and policy items, including purchasing commercial water meters, approving a fuel surcharge for the mowing contractor, and bringing utility billing back in-house. The committee will also discuss grant amounts for a traffic signal project and review the released Liquid Fuels Audit.

• Purchase of 2" and 6" Neptune commercial water meters using funds from delayed 2022 Water Main Replacement project
• Fuel surcharge of $375 per service visit for Smitty's Lawn and Landscaping, LLC for remainder of 2022
• GLG Program 2019 grant amounts for Fourth Street multi-modal project (PennDOT)
• Decision on bringing utility billing function back in house
• Review of June 2022 revenues, expenses, and tax collections

Economic Development Committee

The committee will discuss a project to install fiber-optic broadband internet service. Members will also review specific properties of concern and potential uses for a 10-acre parcel at The Knitting Mills.

• FastBridge Fiber project to install broadband in Wyomissing and surrounding townships
• Discussion of former Radisson/Crown Plaza, Shoppes at Wyomissing, Berkshire Mall, and Inn at Reading
• Update on potential uses for the 10-acre 'The Island' parcel at The Knitting Mills

Fire & Police Committee

The Fire & Police Committee will review reports from the fire department, Western Berks Ambulance, and police, and vote on several items including a mid-block crossing for Wyomissing Square Retail, the Lauren's Foundation 5K, and charging for police camera video requests. They will also discuss COVID updates, fire damage to the ambulance facility, and other police matters.

• Mid-block crossing request for Wyomissing Square Retail
• Lauren's Foundation 5K on October 30, 2022
• Fee for Act 22 RTK police camera video requests
• $25.00 sponsor for a girl in 6th grade at Wilson West
• One-day Workman's Compensation insurance for Fire Police at Fourth of July parade

Recreation Board

The Wyomissing Recreation Board will meet to approve May minutes and financial report, review the director's job description, and discuss old and new business. Key items include July 4th planning, playground inspections, a $500 donation for playground registrations, a 10% veteran discount, and a potential Rotary Club partnership. The board will also discuss budgeting and volunteer time commitments.

• Approval of May 2022 meeting minutes and financial report
• Review of Parks and Recreation Director's job description
• July 4th parade and celebration planning
• Borough Council approved $500 donation for playground registrations for a family in need
• Borough Council approved 10% discount for U.S. Military Veterans on registrations and memberships

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee is meeting to conduct business, including an executive session regarding personnel matters. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and does not list specific action items.

• Executive Session regarding personnel matters

Infrastructure Committee

The Wyomissing Infrastructure Committee will discuss and potentially vote on several items, including a cable franchise agreement with Service Electric, a water bill reduction request for 1177 Old Mill Road, and a well request for 1001 Reading Blvd. The committee will also review updates on water, sewer, streets, and bridge projects, and consider scheduling a special meeting for a 10-year facilities plan.

• Service Electric franchise agreement negotiation with Cohen Law Group
• Water bill reduction request for 1177 Old Mill Road ($3,612.73)
• Well request for underground irrigation at 1001 Reading Blvd.
• 2022 Streets Improvements contract: $1,146,061.46 to H&K Group
• 2022 Watermain Replacement contract: $336,650.00 to Wexcon, Inc.

Borough Council

The Wyomissing Borough Council will consider awarding two Green Light Go traffic signal contracts totaling $264,610.25 to Telco Inc., contingent on missing paperwork. The council will also vote on authorizing a letter to the Pennsylvania Utilities Commission opposing a PA American Water rate increase, plus several other contracts, hires, and event permits.

• Award 2018 Green Light Go project to Telco Inc. for $159,514.25
• Award 2019 Green Light Go project to TELCO for $105,096
• Authorize letter to PA Utilities Commission opposing PA American Water rate increase
• Approve $74,499.50 second quarter MMO contribution payment
• Hire Peter Beck as part-time Recreation Director through September 5, 2022

The Wyomissing Borough Council approved multiple contracts and actions, including awarding the 2018 and 2019 Green Light Go projects to Telco Inc. for $159,514.25 and $105,096, respectively. They also approved a letter opposing PA American Water's rate increase, a 10% veterans discount for MyRec memberships, and accepted the resignation of the Parks and Recreation Director.

• Awarded 2018 Green Light Go project to Telco Inc. for $159,514.25 (6-0)
• Awarded 2019 Green Light Go project to TELCO for $105,096 (6-0)
• Authorized letter to PA Utilities Commission opposing PA American Water rate increase (6-0)
• Approved 10% veterans discount for MyRec memberships (6-0)
• Accepted resignation of Parks and Recreation Director Daniel Macrina (6-0)
• Approved hiring Peter Beck as part-time Recreation Director (6-0)
• Denied utility penalty refund for 4 Wyomissing Boulevard (6-0)
• Approved $13,000 Garfield Avenue valve replacement with Blue Water Tapping (6-0)

Finance & Administration Committee

The committee will review financial reports, potential wage adjustments for a police administrative position, and the possibility of bringing utility billing in-house. Members will also consider several resolutions regarding pension officials and PennDOT grant authorizations.

• Potential 10% Veteran’s discount for MyRec memberships and programs
• Utility account penalty refund request for 4 Wyomissing Boulevard
• Water valve replacement on Garfield Avenue
• Resolution 2022-18 regarding designation of pension plan officials
• Resolution 2022-19 regarding PennDOT Fourth Street multi-modal grant funding

Zoning Hearing Board

The Wyomissing Zoning Hearing Board is meeting to consider a variance request for 406 Evans Avenue, seeking relief from area, yard, height, and accessory building regulations. The board will hear examinations, public comment, and then vote to table, approve, or deny the variance.

• Variance request from Sections 404 and 602.1.A of the Borough Zoning Ordinance for 406 Evans Avenue
• Public comment period limited to the variance matter
• Board will vote to table, approve, or deny the variance

Zoning Hearing Board

The Wyomissing Zoning Hearing Board is meeting to consider a requested variance from Section 424 of the Borough's Zoning Ordinance for the property at 1041 Terrace Avenue. The agenda includes procedural steps, swearing in of parties, examinations, public comment, and a motion to table, approve, or deny the variance.

• Variance request from Section 424 (Area, Yard and Height Regulations) for 1041 Terrace Avenue
• Public comment period limited to the variance matter
• Motion to table, approve, or deny the variance

Borough Council

The Wyomissing Borough Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a conditional use hearing for a request by JMRPI, LP for 1011 North Park Road. The request seeks approval under the Re-Development Area Mixed Use Incentive Overlay District, specifically Sections 502.D.3 and 504.D.1. The council will review procedural steps, hear examinations and public comment, and may table, approve, or deny the request.

• Conditional use request for 1011 North Park Road by JMRPI, LP
• Request under Re-Development Area Mixed Use Incentive Overlay District (Sections 502.D.3 and 504.D.1)
• Public comment limited to the conditional use hearing
• Possible motion to table, approve, or deny the request

The Wyomissing Borough Council held a special meeting to consider a conditional use request for 1011 North Park Road, owned by JMRPI, LP. The applicant sought permission to place residential apartment units on the first floor (rear of commercial space) and to waive requirements for public benches and a bike rack. After hearing testimony and public comment, the council voted 5-0 to grant the conditional use approval, contingent on compliance with conditions in a review letter from Great Valley Consultants dated April 28, 2022.

• Granted conditional use approval for 1011 North Park Road (Section 502.D.3 and 504.D.1) contingent on Great Valley Consultants conditions (5-0)
• Accepted applicant and Borough exhibits for the hearing (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Wyomissing Planning Commission will consider a waiver request to convert two single-family homes at 1209-1211 Penn Avenue into mixed-use commercial/residential properties. The commission will also review planning consistency letters for two grant applications: one for $500,000 for storm sewer remediation near Brandywine Road and Lincoln Avenue, and another for $339,647.22 to upgrade the Berkshire Heights Playground. Recommendations will be made to Borough Council on these items.

• Waiver request for 1209-1211 Penn Avenue to convert from single-family to mixed-use
• Planning consistency letter for $500,000 Act 13 grant for storm sewer pipe remediation
• Planning consistency letter for $339,647.22 GTRP grant for playground equipment and ADA access
• Public comment period at start of meeting

Fire & Police Committee

The Fire & Police Committee will review monthly reports from the Fire Department, Western Berks Ambulance, and Police Department, and vote on requests for a handicapped parking space at 1529 Garfield Avenue, the Miles for Maria 5K on August 14, 2022, and the I Am Able Duathlon on September 18, 2022. The committee will also discuss COVID updates, the fire-damaged ambulance facility, and a meeting about future donations.

• Vote on handicapped parking space request for 1529 Garfield Avenue
• Vote on Miles for Maria 5K request for August 14, 2022
• Vote on I Am Able Duathlon request for September 18, 2022
• Review of May 2022 Fire Department report and April 2022 expanded report
• Discussion of COVID updates and fire-damaged facility for Western Berks Ambulance

Recreation Board

The Wyomissing Recreation Board is meeting to approve the April meeting minutes and financial report, hear the Parks and Recreation Director's report on summer staff, and discuss committee updates. Old business includes reviewing the mission statement, playground inspections, MyRec transaction fees, and planning for Memorial Day and July 4th events. New business includes a motion to approve, table, or deny military veteran discounts for MyRec, and a discussion on a pool membership donation partnership with WAEF.

• Motion to approve or deny April 2022 meeting minutes
• Motion to approve or deny April 2022 financial report
• MyRec transaction fees: Borough absorbs 2.72% fee
• Motion on MyRec military veteran discounts
• Pool membership donation partnership with WAEF

Personnel Committee

The committee is considering a salary adjustment for a Police Department Administrative position. Members are also reviewing the hiring of a new employee to fill a budgeted Public Works vacancy.

• Salary adjustment for current Police Department Administrative position
• Hiring of a new Public Works employee to fill a budgeted 2022 vacancy

Borough Council

The Wyomissing Borough Council will vote on several contracts and appointments, including hiring Michele Bare as Borough Manager with a $115,000 salary and a $5,000 bonus, and awarding a $336,650 water main project to Wexcon, Inc. The council will also consider resolutions for grant applications, a fire truck sale, and various committee reports. Public comment is limited to agenda items.

• Approve Michele Bare as Borough Manager effective May 1, 2022, salary $115,000 plus $5,000 bonus
• Award 2022 Water Main project to Wexcon, Inc. for $336,650
• Adopt Resolution 2022-12 requesting $275,000 for Berkshire Heights Playground ADA and Safety Project
• Adopt Resolution 2022-16 applying for $500,000 Flood Mitigation Program grant for Lincoln and Brandywine Floodplain Mitigation
• Approve sale of 2013 Seagrave Aerialscope to Clayton Fire Company

The Wyomissing Borough Council approved multiple reports and resolutions, including appointing Michele Bare as Borough Manager effective May 1, 2022, with a salary of $115,000 and a $5,000 bonus. They also awarded the 2022 Water Main Replacement project to Wexcon Inc. for $336,650, adopted several resolutions for grants and equipment sales, and tabled a deer hunting education motion pending clarification from the PA State Game Commission.

• Appointed Michele Bare as Borough Manager effective May 1, 2022, with $115,000 salary and $5,000 bonus (6-0)
• Awarded 2022 Water Main Replacement project to Wexcon Inc. for $336,650 (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-12 to request $275,000 for Berkshire Heights Playground ADA and Safety Project (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-15 to sell 2013 Seagrave Aerialscope to Clayton Fire Company (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-16 to apply for $500,000 Flood Mitigation Program grant for Lincoln and Brandywine Floodplain Mitigation Project (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-17 to apply for $250,000 Greenways, Trails and Recreation Program grant for Berkshire Heights Playground (6-0)
• Tabled deer hunting education and tracking motion until clarification from PA State Game Commission (6-0)
• Authorized execution of Maintenance and Parks collective bargaining agreement until December 31, 2025 (6-0)

Finance & Administration Committee

The Finance & Administration Committee will review cash balances and May 2022 financial results, including revenues, expenses, and tax collections. It will also discuss a procedure for approving committee minutes and consider a resolution amending pension plan officials for three borough pension cases.

• Review of cash and investment balances
• May 2022 revenue, expense, and variance review
• Discussion of procedure for approving committee minutes
• Resolution 2022-18 amending pension plan officials for Nationwide cases 632-80006, 632-80007, 632-80043

Planning Commission

The Wyomissing Planning Commission will review and potentially vote on three development items: a time extension for a land development plan at 19 State Hill Road, a waiver request for a re-development project at 1011 N. Park Road, and a sketch plan to subdivide 301 Windsor Street into six lots. The commission will also take public comment and handle old and new business.

• 19 State Hill Road: time extension for plan approval through August 10, 2022
• 1011 N. Park Road: waiver of SALDO process for adding apartment units above and behind existing office
• 1011 N. Park Road: conditional use hearing for ground-floor apartments to rear of office
• 301 Windsor Street: sketch plan to subdivide into six lots and build six semi-detached homes
• 301 Windsor Street: review of McCarthy Engineering's letter

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee is discussing a redevelopment project to add apartments to a professional office property. The body is also reviewing the potential regulation of short-term rentals and a sample ordinance from Monroe County.

• Proposed apartment units above and behind existing office at 1011 N. Park Road
• Conditional Use Hearing application for ground floor apartments at 1011 N. Park Road
• Discussion of short-term rental regulations
• Review of Monroe County sample/model ordinance for short-term rentals
• Proposal to limit short-term rentals to the C-1 Zoning District

Park & Shade Tree Commission

The Wyomissing Park and Shade Tree Commission is meeting to discuss tree diseases, spring/summer projects, a deer survey report, and a memorial refurbishment. They will also vote on whether to act on the deer survey report and whether to recommend an Eagle Scout project to replace bridge decking behind the Parks Department barn.

• Motion needed to table, approve, or deny action on deer survey report
• Discussion of Emerald Ash borer and Lantern Flies
• Review of Hills Memorial refurbishment updates
• Motion to amend agenda to discuss Eagle Scout project
• Motion needed to recommend Eagle Scout bridge decking replacement

Fire & Police Committee

The Fire & Police Committee will review monthly reports from the Fire Department, Western Berks Ambulance, and Police Department, and vote on several action items. Key decisions include authorizing the use of a $15,000 PEMA grant for turnout gear and ballistic vests, approving two community events, and addressing an emergency flashing signal at the fire department.

• Purchase two sets of Structural Turnout Gear ($9,036) and six Ballistic Vests ($6,343.92) using 2021 PEMA grant of $15,000, with remaining balance from Fire Department budget
• Emergency flashing signal at the Fire Department
• Library 5K on June 18, 2022
• Safe Berks annual peace walk along Penn Avenue on June 18, 2022
• Active shooter presentations at Wyomissing Library on 5/25 and Berkshire Mall on 6/1

Refuse & Recycling Committee

The Refuse & Recycling Committee is meeting to review monthly tonnage totals, discuss hauler performance issues, and consider current refuse and recycling contracts. The agenda is largely discussion-oriented with no specific action items listed.

• Review of monthly refuse and recycling tonnage totals
• Discussion of hauler missed stops and communication concerns
• Review of bulk item collection issues
• Discussion of current refuse and recycling contracts

Recreation Board

The Recreation Board will review March 2022 minutes and financial reports. The meeting includes updates on Memorial Day, Earth Day, and July 4th committee planning.

• Approval of March 2022 meeting minutes
• Approval of March 2022 financial report
• Discussion of Memorial Day planning
• Assignment of members to the Pool Committee
• Selection of pie flavor for the July 4th pie eating contest

Personnel Committee

The committee will discuss potential personnel actions including the hiring of a new Public Works employee. The agenda also includes a discussion on appointing the Acting Borough Manager to the permanent Borough Manager position with a wage adjustment.

• Hiring of a new Public Works employee
• Appointment of Acting Borough Manager to Borough Manager with a wage adjustment

Infrastructure Committee

The Infrastructure Committee will review and take action on several infrastructure projects, including awarding contracts for street improvements and a bike-sharing station, and discussing watermain replacement, sewer rehabilitation, and bridge projects. They will also consider motions on a fire station redesign, a truck purchase, a cable franchise agreement, and utility billing software.

• Awarded $1,146,061.46 to H&K Group for 2022 street improvements
• Awarded $304,891.40 to Sewer Specialty Services for sewer rehabilitation
• Awarded $60,000 to Tandem Mobility for bike-sharing station
• Discussed $173,994.48 and $420,384.00 traffic signal grants
• Motion to approve $12,725 for revised fire station drawings

Borough Council

The Wyomissing Borough Council approved multiple contracts and resolutions, including awarding the 2022 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation and Televising Project to Sewer Specialty Services for $304,891.40, and awarding fire department roof work to Wolfe Roofing for $80,000. The council also adopted Resolution 2022-10 establishing a policy for temporary outdoor seating in restaurants, and Resolution 2022-11 to request $200,000 in federal funding for the Berkshire Heights Playground ADA and Safety Project. All votes were unanimous except for a denied handicapped parking request (5-1).

• Awarded 2022 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation and Televising Project to Sewer Specialty Services for $304,891.40 (6-0)
• Awarded Fire department roof work to Wolfe Roofing for $80,000 (6-0)
• Awarded Fire department HVAC work to McCloskey Mechanical for $48,425 (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-10 on temporary outdoor seating in restaurants (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-11 to request $200,000 federal funding for Berkshire Heights Playground (6-0)
• Authorized sale of Tower 79 'as is' for $475,000 to Clayton, Delaware fire department (6-0)
• Denied handicapped parking space request for 1283 Penn Avenue (5-1)
• Authorized additional $144,000 for street paving on Spring Street (6-0)

Borough Council

The Wyomissing Borough Council will vote on several infrastructure contracts, including a $304,891.40 sewer rehabilitation project, additional paving on Spring Street, and a $475,000 sale of Tower 79 fire apparatus. They will also consider a $200,000 federal grant request for the Berkshire Heights Playground ADA and safety project, and a resolution on temporary outdoor seating for restaurants.

• Award sewer rehabilitation to Sewer Specialty Services for $304,891.40 (or $465,066.40 with relining)
• Authorize $144,000 for paving on Spring Street from State Hill Road to North Wyomissing Boulevard
• Sell Tower 79 fire apparatus for $475,000 to Clayton, Delaware fire department
• Adopt Resolution 2022-11 requesting $200,000 for Berkshire Heights Playground ADA and safety project
• Adopt Resolution 2022-10 establishing policy for temporary outdoor seating in restaurants

Finance & Administration Committee

The Wyomissing Finance & Administration Committee will review the 2021 audit findings, monthly financial results, and several spending decisions. Action items include approving a $8,250 quote from Security First Inc. for fire alarm and security system upgrades, deciding on a curb replacement payment plan option, and voting on closing the Borough's Customers Bank accounts. The committee will also discuss the potential sale of the Tower fire apparatus and a $144,000 additional street paving project on Spring Street.

• $8,250 quote from Security First Inc. for fire alarm and security system upgrades at Fire Station, Parks Barn, and Public Works building
• Motion to approve, deny, or table curb replacement payment plan option
• Motion to approve, deny, or table closing Borough's Customers Bank accounts
• Discussion of $144,000 additional street paving on Spring Street from State Hill Road to Wyomissing Boulevard
• Memorial contribution to Bausman Memorial Church for Larry Walsky's 39 years of service

Fire & Police Committee

The Fire & Police Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss the potential sale of Tower 79, a fire apparatus. They will review the Fire Chief's recommendations for using the sale proceeds to upgrade or purchase new equipment, and may vote to table, approve, or deny the plan. The agenda also includes public comment and standard old/new business items.

• Discussion of potential sale of Tower 79 fire apparatus
• Review of Fire Chief's recommendations for use of sale proceeds
• Possible motion to table, approve, or deny the plan of action for proceeds

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee is reviewing efforts to restore passenger rail service and its potential impact on the Borough. The body is also considering a resolution to allow temporary outdoor restaurant seating from April through October 2022.

• Discussion of the 10 acre “island” at The Knitting Mills as a potential train station location
• Review of Berks County Commissioners' efforts to restore passenger rail service
• Proposed resolution for temporary outdoor restaurant seating (April-October 2022)

Fire & Police Committee

The Fire & Police Committee will review monthly reports from the Fire Department, Western Berks Ambulance, and discuss police matters. They will vote on a handicapped parking space request at 1283 Penn Avenue and the Bradley Mayer Running Man 5K for August 13, 2022. Updates on COVID and the fire-damaged ambulance facility will also be discussed.

• Handicapped parking space request at 1283 Penn Avenue
• Bradley Mayer Running Man 5K on August 13, 2022
• Review of March 2022 Fire Department report
• Review of February 2022 Western Berks Ambulance report
• Discussion of recent high-profile police incidents

Infrastructure Committee

The committee is reviewing several infrastructure projects including a sanitary sewer rehabilitation bid and street improvement contracts. Discussion includes updates on watermain replacements, bike sharing stations, and various grant-funded traffic signal projects.

• Sewer Specialty Services Co., Inc. is the apparent low bidder for sewer rehabilitation with an extended bid of $465,066.40
• H&K Group, Inc. awarded contract for 2022 Streets Improvements for $1,146,061.46
• Tandem Mobility awarded contract for Bike Sharing Station for $60,000.00
• Traffic Signal Improvements Project (2018) awarded for $173,994.48
• Traffic Signal Improvements Project (2019) awarded for $420,384.00

Zoning Hearing Board

The Wyomissing Zoning Hearing Board is meeting to consider a variance request for 105 Evans Avenue to allow a restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating. The board will review procedural steps, hear testimony, and take public comment before voting to table, approve, or deny the variance.

• Variance from Section 422 (Uses Permitted by Right) and Section 609.20.C (Off-Street Parking Requirements)
• Property: 105 Evans Avenue
• Public comment period
• Executive session scheduled

Zoning Hearing Board

The Wyomissing Zoning Hearing Board will review a request for a variance regarding area, yard, and height requirements. The board will also address nonconforming building or structure regulations for the property at 1239 Monroe Avenue.

• Variance request for 1239 Monroe Avenue regarding Sections 404 and 704(5)(A) of the Zoning Ordinance

Recreation Board

The Wyomissing Recreation Board is meeting to approve February minutes and financial reports, hear the Parks and Recreation Director's report, and discuss committee updates. They will also vote on a proposed new Parks and Recreation logo and on granting nonprofit groups free weekend facility rentals during peak season, and discuss the Berkshire Heights Playground closure.

• Motion to approve or deny February 2022 meeting minutes
• Motion to approve or deny February 2022 financial report
• Motion to approve, deny, or table new Parks and Recreation logo
• Motion to approve, deny, or table free weekend rentals for nonprofits (Friday-Sunday, March-November)
• Discussion of Berkshire Heights Playground closure

Borough Council

The Wyomissing Borough Council is holding a special meeting to review and potentially approve Ordinance No. 1427-2022, which authorizes issuing a $7.5 million general obligation note to fund capital projects. The funds would finance renovations to Borough Hall and the construction of a new Public Works garage. A motion is needed to table, deny, or approve the ordinance.

• Ordinance No. 1427-2022: $7,500,000 general obligation note, Series of 2022
• Private sale of note to Tompkins VIST Bank
• Funding for Borough Hall renovations and improvements
• Planning, design, construction, and equipping of a Public Works garage
• Note designated as non-electoral debt and qualified tax-exempt obligation

The Wyomissing Borough Council held a special meeting and approved Ordinance No. 1427-2022, authorizing the issuance of a $7.5 million general obligation note to Tompkins Vist Bank at a 2.95% fixed rate. The funds will finance renovations to Borough Hall and construction of a Public Works garage, with a three-year drawdown period and no prepayment penalties. The vote was 5-0, with Councilmember Brunner abstaining due to a conflict of interest. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved Ordinance No. 1427-2022 authorizing $7.5M general obligation note to Tompkins Vist Bank (5-0, Brunner abstained)
• Accepted Vist Bank proposal for private sale of the note at 2.95% fixed rate
• Designated funds for Borough Hall renovations and Public Works garage construction
• Authorized officers to submit documents to the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development for approval

Personnel Committee

The committee will meet to discuss personnel matters in an executive session. The agenda includes a motion regarding the retirement letter of Public Works employee Ted Nowak.

• Retirement letter of Public Works employee Ted Nowak

Borough Council

The Wyomissing Borough Council is meeting to review reports and vote on several items, including a $1,146,061.46 street improvement contract, a revised police department rules and regulations, and a face mask policy for employees. The council will also consider resolutions for traffic signal maintenance and a grant application for the Stone House Master Plan, along with various other administrative and financial matters.

• Award 2022 Street Improvement project to H&K Group for $1,146,061.46
• Adopt revised Police Department Rules and Regulations
• Approve Face Mask Policy allowing employees to opt out starting Feb 15, 2022
• Authorize $4,038 for new Fire department pressure washer from Hotsy Equipment
• Adopt Resolution No. 2022-09 for Local Share Account Grant for Stone House Master Plan

Wyomissing Borough Council voted 5-0 to send a letter to West Reading declining a merger of equal police forces. Council also approved the 2022 Street Improvement project to H&K Group for $1,146,061.46, adopted revised Civil Service Rules, and authorized several expenditures including a new fire department pressure washer and playground repairs.

• Approved 2022 Street Improvement project to H&K Group for $1,146,061.46 (5-0)
• Authorized letter to West Reading declining police merger of equals (5-0)
• Adopted revised Police Department Civil Service Rules and Regulations (5-0)
• Ratified Face Mask Policy allowing optional mask wearing (5-0)
• Appointed Earl Miller as Public Works Lead Foreman (5-0)
• Authorized $4,038 for new fire department pressure washer (5-0)
• Authorized up to $6,000 for Berkshire Heights playground repairs (5-0)
• Granted stormwater waivers for 1139 Lehigh Avenue (4-1)

Planning Commission

The Wyomissing Planning Commission will review two development-related requests. They will consider a waiver from stormwater ordinance sections 305 and 308 for 1139 Lehigh Avenue, and a $5,000 fee in lieu of a traffic impact study plus a time extension for 19 State Hill Road. The commission may vote to approve, deny, or table these items.

• Stormwater waiver request for 1139 Lehigh Avenue
• $5,000 fee in lieu of traffic impact study for 19 State Hill Road
• Time extension for plan approval through May 11, 2022 for 19 State Hill Road

Zoning Hearing Board

The Wyomissing Zoning Hearing Board will hold a hearing on a request by Werner K. Properties, LLC for a special exception to allow a professional law office to operate at 1534 Penn Avenue. The property currently houses a hair salon on the first floor and basement, with a residential rental unit on the second floor. The board will take public comment and then vote to table, approve, or deny the request.

• Special exception request under Section 473.1.B for a professional law office at 1534 Penn Avenue
• Property is in the T-C Town Center Residential/Office District
• Existing hair salon operates under a 1995 variance with seven off-street parking spaces
• Second floor will remain a residential rental unit
• Public comment limited to the zoning matter under review

Zoning Hearing Board

The Zoning Hearing Board will consider a request from Mr. and Mrs. Eric Unger for a variance from Section 404 of the Borough Zoning Ordinance. The applicants seek relief to exceed the allowable paved coverage limit by 4% to accommodate a new pool and deck.

• Variance request for 316 Logan Avenue regarding Area, Yard and Height Regulations
• Proposed construction of a 576 s.f. inground pool and 1357 s.f. permeable paver pool deck
• Request to increase total paved coverage from the allowed 20% to 24%

Fire & Police Committee

The Fire & Police Committee will review monthly reports from the Fire Department and Western Berks Ambulance, and vote on several items: an unbudgeted pressure washer purchase, a handicapped parking space at 1283 Penn Avenue, street closures for two May 21 events, a tow truck company list, and a letter of support for Western Berks Ambulance's American Rescue Plan funding request. The committee will also discuss a police merger request from West Reading Borough, which was added to the agenda by motion.

• Unbudgeted purchase of replacement pressure washer for Fire Department
• Handicapped parking space request at 1283 Penn Avenue
• Street closures for Mind Your Health Run and Veterans Parade on May 21, 2022
• Letter of support for Western Berks Ambulance's American Rescue Plan funding request
• Police merger request from West Reading Borough

Economic Development Committee

The committee will review the Tourist Improvement District's history and fund usage since 2019/2020. Members will also discuss potential development projects in the Berkshire Heights area.

• Review of Tourist Improvement District funds collected since 2019/2020
• Discussion of potential development projects in the Berkshire Heights Area

Infrastructure Committee

The Infrastructure Committee will review bids and recommend awards for the 2022 street improvements, watermain replacement, and sanitary sewer rehabilitation projects. They will also discuss updates on the bike sharing station, bridge projects, and other infrastructure items. Several motions are needed to approve or table recommendations to Council.

• Recommendation to award 2022 Streets Improvements bid to H&K Group, Inc. for $1,146,061.46
• 2022 Watermain Replacement: bids to be prepared and advertised in March
• 2022 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation & Televising Project: bids opened March 16, 2022
• Bike Sharing Station: contract with Tandem Mobility for $60,000.00, launch expected April-May 2022
• Library HVAC change order increases contract price to $58,000.00

Zoning Hearing Board

The Wyomissing Zoning Hearing Board will hold a hearing on a request for special exception approval to allow an orthodontist office to operate at 840 Penn Avenue. The board will take testimony, hear public comment, and then vote to table, approve, or deny the request.

• Special exception request under section 473.l.B for an orthodontist office at 840 Penn Avenue
• Public comment limited to the zoning hearing's subject matter
• Board will vote to table, approve, or deny the special exception

Personnel Committee

The committee will consider a retirement letter from Public Works foreman Marty Ulrich. Members will also discuss and take action regarding the Borough mask policy.

• Retirement letter of Public Works foreman Marty Ulrich
• Borough mask policy update

Borough Council

The Wyomissing Borough Council will hold a public hearing and vote on Ordinance No. 1426-2022, a cable franchise agreement with Comcast. The council will also consider numerous committee reports and motions, including infrastructure contracts, personnel changes, and financial approvals. Several items involve significant dollar amounts, such as a $7.5 million bridge loan and a $4 million CD consolidation.

• Ordinance No. 1426-2022: Cable Franchise Agreement with Comcast of New Mexico/Pennsylvania, LLC
• Infrastructure: $60,000 bid from Tandem Mobility for two-year period; $9,982.32 change order for Library HVAC project with McClosky Mechanical
• Finance: $7,500,000 tax-free bridge loan at 2.5% for Public Works facility; $4,000,000 CD consolidation at 0.45%; $115,211.60 additional expenditure for pole building
• Personnel: Retirement of Police Officer Terri Ney; promotions for Borough Secretary and Utilities Clerk; new Tree Department position
• Fire and Police: $14,054.14 FEMA grant funds for turnout gear; two crosswalks on Deborah Drive crossing Wingert Road; handicap parking at 401 Oley Street

Council voted 2-4 against authorizing staff to begin the USDA application process for a deer culling managed hunt waiver, citing insufficient information. Instead, they unanimously approved seeking more information from the USDA about the application and waiver process. Council also approved a 10-year Comcast cable franchise agreement, granted waivers and conditional final plan approval for the Highlands development, and denied a $7.5 million bridge loan application for the Public Works facility.

• Denied motion to begin USDA deer culling waiver application (2-4)
• Approved seeking USDA information on deer culling waiver process (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1426-2022, 10-year Comcast cable franchise agreement (all in favor)
• Granted Highlands subdivision and stormwater waivers, conditional final plan approval (6-0)
• Denied $7.5M bridge loan application for Public Works facility (6-0)
• Approved $60,000 Tandem Mobility bid for infrastructure (6-0)
• Approved $9,982.32 change order for Library HVAC project (6-0)
• Approved 2022 tax rate via Resolution 2022-07 (6-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Wyomissing Borough Civil Service Commission will hold a special public meeting on February 8, 2022, at noon at Borough Hall. The main purpose is to review, consider adopting, and recommend to Borough Council revisions to the Police Civil Service Rules and Regulations. Copies of the proposed revisions are available for inspection at Borough Hall. Other matters may also be discussed.

• Special public meeting on February 8, 2022 at 12:00 noon
• Review and consider adoption of revisions to Police Civil Service Rules and Regulations
• Recommendation to Wyomissing Borough Council on the revisions
• Copies of revisions available at Wyomissing Borough Hall

Civil Service Commission

The Wyomissing Civil Service Commission is meeting to consider adopting amendments to the Borough Police Civil Service Rules and Regulations and to review its 2021 annual report for forwarding to Borough Council. The agenda also includes public comment and approval of the January 3, 2022 minutes.

• Consider adoption of amendments to Wyomissing Borough Police Civil Service Rules and Regulations
• Recommendation to Borough Council on proposed police rules amendments
• Review and forwarding of Civil Service Commission Annual Report for Calendar Year 2021
• Approval of minutes from January 3, 2022

Planning Commission

The Wyomissing Planning Commission will reorganize by selecting a chairperson and vice chairperson, then consider several land development items. They will review and potentially grant conditional final approval for the Highlands plan at 2000 Cambridge Avenue, including accepting an $11,150 fee in lieu of a traffic study and waivers from various ordinance sections. They will also consider a stormwater management waiver for 1139 Lehigh Avenue. Public comment is limited to matters within the commission's jurisdiction.

• Reorganization: appoint chairperson and vice chairperson
• 2000 Cambridge Avenue: Highlands preliminary/final land development plan, conditional approval, $11,150 fee in lieu of traffic study
• Waivers requested for Highlands from Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance sections 303, 401.1, 401.1.P, 401.1.V, 502.8(c), 502.9(A), 509.5.A, 509.5.B, 602.C, 602.D, and Stormwater Management Ordinance 310(c)(4), 310(c)(8)
• 1139 Lehigh Avenue: stormwater management waiver request from Sections 305 and 308
• Public comment period

Finance & Administration Committee

The Wyomissing Finance & Administration Committee will review financial reports, pension performance, and cash positions, and vote on several items including a $100,000 budget increase for a parks pole building, renewal of a $5 million line of credit, and employee wage adjustments.

• Approve $100,000 additional expenditure for pole building (total ~$250,000)
• Renew $5,000,000 line of credit with Tompkins Vist Bank
• Approve first quarter 2022 MMO contribution payment
• Authorize Local Share Account Statewide Grant application
• Approve salary increases for Borough Secretary and other staff

Fire & Police Committee

The Fire & Police Committee will reorganize its leadership and vote on several items, including purchasing fire equipment with remaining FEMA grant funds, contracting police traffic control for a PennDOT project on SR 222, approving a crosswalk request, and deciding on a handicapped parking space. The committee will also review reports from the fire department, ambulance service, and police department, and discuss joining West Reading Borough to address noise from Reading City.

• FEMA Fire Department grant equipment purchases
• PennDOT contracted police traffic control – SR 222
• Crosswalk request – Wyomissing Hills (Herb Lovett, 103 Deborah Drive)
• Handicapped parking space – 401 Oley Street (amended from 518 Oley Street)
• Radio frequency request – Statement of Concurrence

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will meet to reorganize its leadership by appointing a Chairperson and vice Chairperson. The body will also review a DVRPC publication to identify goals and objectives for the redevelopment of the Berkshire Mall.

• Appointment of committee Chairperson
• Appointment of committee vice Chairperson
• Discussion of DVRPC publication "What’s in Store for the Future of Shopping Malls?"
• Identification of redevelopment goals for the Berkshire Mall
• Review of 2018 Joint Comprehensive Plan Update demographic information

Zoning Hearing Board

The Wyomissing Zoning Hearing Board is meeting to consider a variance request from the Borough's zoning ordinance for the property at 42 Wyomissing Boulevard. The board will review procedural steps, hear testimony, and take public comment before deciding whether to table, approve, or deny the variance.

• Variance request from Sections 404, 'Area, Yard and Height Requirements' for 42 Wyomissing Boulevard
• Public comment limited to the zoning hearing subject matter
• Board may table, approve, or deny the variance

Park & Shade Tree Commission

The Wyomissing Park and Shade Tree Commission will reorganize by selecting a chair and vice chair, then discuss tree diseases, winter accomplishments, and spring/summer plans. They will vote on accepting an Eagle Scout project to build bat houses, adding dog-leashing educational signage, a park bench donation program, and removing Japanese Barberry shrubs. Public comment is limited to matters within the commission's jurisdiction.

• Vote on Eagle Scout bat house project and locations in Borough Parklands
• Vote on educational signage for dog leashing
• Vote on developing a Park Bench Donation program
• Vote on removing all Japanese Barberry shrubs and replacing with another planting
• Discuss Emerald Ash borer, Lantern Flies, and deer damage report

Recreation Board

The Board will organize its leadership by discussing nominees for President, Vice President, and voting members. Members will also review event recaps and discuss new business including playground scholarships and pickleball court upgrades.

• Appointment of Board President, Vice President, and voting members
• Approval of November 2021 meeting minutes
• Review of December 2021 financial report
• Discussion of Student Advisory Board duties
• Discussion of Tot-Lot and Playground program scholarship fund

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will meet to reorganize its leadership and discuss employee staffing. The body is deciding on several staff promotions, a revised organizational chart, and a new position in the Tree Department.

• Acceptance of retirement letter from Police Officer Terri Ney
• Approval of a revised Borough employee organizational chart
• Promotion of Borough Secretary to Borough Secretary and Human Resources Assistant Director
• Promotion of Utilities Clerk to Assistant Borough Secretary and Utility Billing Administrator
• Advertising and interviewing for a new Tree Department position

Infrastructure Committee

The Wyomissing Infrastructure Committee will reorganize its leadership and review several infrastructure items, including a proposed 7% rate increase from the Western Berks Water Authority, the State Hill Road alternative analysis, and multiple construction projects. The committee will also consider motions on the bike-sharing station, a library HVAC change order, and a parade route alteration. Public comment is limited to matters within the Borough's jurisdiction.

• Western Berks Water Authority proposed 7% rate increase for 2022
• Bike Sharing Station: motion to recommend awarding project to Tandem Mobility
• Library HVAC change order: new contract price $58,000 (original $48,017.68)
• GLG grants: $173,994.48 (2018) and $420,384.00 (2019) for traffic signal improvements
• Wyomissing Creek Pedestrian Bridge: PennDOT MTF grant with 30% Borough match

Refuse & Recycling Committee

The Refuse & Recycling Committee will reorganize by selecting a chairperson and vice chairperson, then review monthly tonnage, hauler performance, and current refuse and recycling contracts. Public comments are limited to matters within the committee's jurisdiction.

• Appointment of committee chairperson and vice chairperson
• Review of monthly refuse and recycling tonnage totals
• Discussion of hauler performance, missed stops, and communication issues
• Discussion of current refuse and recycling contracts

Borough Council

The Wyomissing Borough Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance No. 1425-2021, which amends zoning regulations to permit non-tower and small wireless facilities in residential and commercial districts. The body will also vote on a cable franchise agreement with Comcast and approve final payments for sewer and sidewalk projects. Additionally, the council will review monthly reports from the police, fire, and engineering departments.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 1425-2021 to amend zoning for wireless communication facilities
• Resolution No. 2022-05 approving a PennDOT Multimodal Transportation Fund grant reimbursement agreement
• Payment of $21,789.50 to Sewer Specialty Services Company, Inc. for 2021 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation
• Payment of $7,959.57 to Affordable Paving and Excavating, LLC for 50/50 Sidewalk Repair
• Ordinance No. 1426-2022 authorizing a cable franchise agreement with Comcast of New Mexico/Pennsylvania, LLC

The Wyomissing Borough Council adopted Ordinance No. 1425-2021, amending the zoning code to allow non-tower and small wireless facilities as permitted uses, with a 6-0 vote. The council also approved multiple payments, resolutions, and committee reports, including final retainage payments for sewer and sidewalk projects, and authorized a PennDOT grant agreement.

• Adopted Ordinance 1425-2021 amending zoning for wireless facilities (6-0)
• Approved $21,789.50 final payment to Sewer Specialty Services for sewer rehabilitation (6-0)
• Approved $7,959.57 final payment to Affordable Paving for sidewalk repair (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-05 for PennDOT MTF grant agreement (6-0)
• Authorized emergency repair services contract through Spring Township with Schlouch, Inc. (6-0)
• Denied contracted police traffic control for 2022 Route 222 project (6-0)
• Authorized two-year TextMyGov services contract with $6,000 startup and $5,000 annual cost (6-0)
• Approved advertising Ordinance 1426-2022 for Comcast cable franchise agreement (6-0)

Finance & Administration Committee

The Wyomissing Finance & Administration Committee will reorganize its leadership and review December 2021 financial results. They will vote on several items, including a TextMyGov services quote, a revised drug and alcohol policy, an iPad policy update, and a PennDOT request for contracted police traffic control on SR 222. The committee will also discuss moving administration duties to the Personnel committee and exploring marketing functions.

• Vote on TextMyGov platform quote for services
• Vote on revised drug and alcohol policy
• Vote on updating iPad policy regarding printed council packets
• Vote on PennDOT contracted police traffic control for SR 222
• Discuss moving administration from Finance to Personnel committee

Borough Council

This is the annual reorganization meeting of the Wyomissing Borough Council. Members will be sworn in, and the council will elect a president and vice presidents, then vote on appointments for treasurer, assistant treasurer, acting borough manager, borough secretary, zoning officers, solicitors, engineer, building code officials, deputy tax collector, and a zoning hearing board member. All items are routine appointments and resolutions for the new year.

• Swearing in of Council members Jana Barnett, Ronald Stanko, Frederick Mogel, William Jenckes, and Mayor Frederick Levering
• Election of Council President, First Vice President, and Second Vice President
• Resolution 2022-01 appointing Gregory L. Portner as Treasurer
• Resolution 2022-02 appointing Thomas Moll as Assistant Treasurer
• Resolution 2022-03 appointing Kraft Code Services as Residential Zoning Officer and Alternate Commercial Zoning Officer

The Wyomissing Borough Council held its biennial reorganization meeting, swearing in newly elected and re-elected officials. The council unanimously elected John C. Woodward as Council President, William S. Jenckes as First Vice President, and Stephen D. Brunner as Second Vice President. All appointments, including the treasurer, assistant treasurer, acting borough manager, borough secretary, solicitors, engineer, and various officers, were approved unanimously (7-0). No other substantive business was discussed.

• Elected John C. Woodward as Council President (7-0)
• Elected William S. Jenckes as First Vice President (7-0)
• Elected Stephen D. Brunner as Second Vice President (7-0)
• Appointed Gregory L. Portner as Borough Treasurer (7-0)
• Appointed Thomas Moll as Assistant Treasurer (7-0)
• Appointed Michele Bare as Acting Borough Manager (7-0)
• Re-appointed Melissa Miller as Borough Secretary (7-0)
• Re-appointed McCarthy Engineering as Borough Consulting Engineer (7-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Wyomissing Civil Service Commission is meeting for its annual reorganization and to address any other matters brought before it. The meeting is open to the public, and no specific agenda items beyond reorganization are listed.

• Annual reorganization of the Civil Service Commission
• Meeting open to the public with opportunity to be heard
• Accommodations available by contacting Borough Administrative Office at (610) 376-7481

Civil Service Commission

The Wyomissing Civil Service Commission is meeting to reorganize, approve prior minutes, and discuss amendments to the Police Department Civil Service Rules and Regulations. Public comment is limited to matters within the commission's jurisdiction. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the proposed amendments to police civil service rules.

• Discuss nominees for Commission Chairperson and vote to table, approve, or deny
• Approve minutes from August 2, 2021 meeting
• Discuss and vote on amendments to Police Department Civil Service Rules and Regulations