Author: Secretary

MILLHEIM BOROUGH COUNCIL

225 EAST MAIN STREET

P.O.  BOX 421

MILLHEIM, PA 16854

(CENTRE COUNTY)

PHONE (814)-349-5350       FAX (814)-349-5733

REGULAR MEETING

June 10, 2025

Katie Blume called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM with the pledge of allegiance. Council members in attendance: Nickelaus Engle, Cecilia Gallup and Robert Zeigler. Also in attendance Denise Immel, Borough Secretary, Cim Besecker, Borough Treasurer and Solicitor John Miller. Absent: Beth Cottrell and Mayor Steve Myers

Citizens present:   Amber May, Tammy Myers and Alan Auman

Citizens input: none

A motion was made by Cecilia Gallop to approve the May 13, 2025 council minutes and the May 13, 2025 town hall minutes as presented, seconded by Robert Zeigler. Motion passed.

A motion was made by Robert Zeigler to approve the May 2025 financials as presented seconded by Nickelaus Engle. Motion passed.

Code Enforcement/HARB/Planning Commission reports:

The Code Enforcement report was reviewed with no questions or comments. No reports from HARB or Planning Commission.

Employee Report:

Rainy weather has given us the ability to finish sweeping streets. We moved on to filling pot holes and patching roads. Some of the bigger projects were re-surfacing both sides of Fawn Aly, a really bad section of road on Long Lane from the freeze thaw effect was graded for proper drainage. The bad section was cut out and replaced with new cold patch.

There was a bad storm the very beginning of May that effected multiple houses on North St. we organized a brush pick up, that was greatly appreciated by residents. With typical summer weather approaching we will be in the swing of mowing, trimming, and cutting road sides.

We have had a few meetings regarding our Dirt and Gravel project on Race Ally. With material being ordered and a clear project vision, we will be starting the project the beginning of June. Now that the busses are done we will not have to worry about obstructing their path. We believe that we will NOT have to completely shut the alley down for the residents that have rear parking when we approach their home we will make sure their property is assessable.

New Action Items

Invoices:

A motion was made by Cecilia Gallop to pay invoice #127754 in the amount of $2,500.00 to Buchart Horn for services rendered on the raw water main replacement project, seconded by Robert Zeigler. Motion passed.

A motion was made by Nickelaus Engle to pay invoice #25-237-W1 in the amount of $87,125.00 to Kappa Associates, Inc. for first installment (25%) of equalization tank delivery and installation, seconded by Robert Zeigler. Motion passed.

July 4 fireworks:

Davie Grubb presented his proposal for a fireworks display to be held on the 4^th of July at the Millheim Fire Company grounds. This is an event that he has presented every year for members of the community to enjoy. He is requesting permission from Borough Council to hold the 4^th of July fireworks event within borough limits. A motion was made by Nickelaus to grant Mr. Grubb permission to hold the 4^th of July fireworks display within the borough limits with the following conditions, all PA statues, in regard to fireworks must be met and no alcohol sales be allowed at the event. Liability insurance must be obtained and presented to Millheim Borough office as well a copy of the permission letter from the Fire Company prior to the event seconded by Robert Zeigler. Motion passed.

Miles Township School closing:

Patricia Battaglia and Karla Groy presented information on the possible closing of the elementary school in Miles Township. The original hearing was held on May 12, 2025, the final decision will be made on August 12, 2025. The school board is trying to gather information on the impact of the school closing and are looking for citizens input. They sighted declining enrollment as one reason for closure, the school buildings located in Spring Mills and Centre Hall have the ability to handle the additional students. There are 55 students currently enrolled at Miles Township, all teacher and support staff would be placed in one of the two remaining building. There has been no open discussion on what would be done with the Miles Township building if it should close.

Route 45 project:

Leslie Kistner and Josiah Jones presented information from Happy Valley Adventure Bureau on the designation of Route 45 as a scenic byway. As HVAB feels this route to be astatically pleasing they are pursuing legislative action to have Route 45 designated as a scenic byway, this designation would prevent future billboards being installed but would not affect existing billboards. Guidelines and rulings would be consistent across the state and are enforced by the state. HVAB is seeking municipal support.

A motion was made by Robert Zeigler for Millheim Borough to support legislative action to designate Route 45 as a scenic byway, seconded by Nickelaus Engle. Motion Passed.

Winter maintenance service agreement:

PennDot has supplied the Millheim Borough with the new winter maintenance agreement for snow removal from sidewalks crossing Elk Creek Bridge (Main Street) and Penn Street Bridge. This agreement  begins with the 2025 winter season. This is a 5 year contract with a 2% increase per year. After the initial 5 years it automatically renew for 5 additional one year periods. A motion was made by Nickelaus Engle to approve the signing of the winter maintenance and the adoption of Resolution 2025-05 authorizing the President of Millheim Borough to sign the contract, seconded by Robert Zeigler. Motion passed.

Woman’s club bench:

Millheim Woman’s club has had a bench made of collected recycled plastic and are donating the bench to the Millheim Borough. Nickelaus Engle made a motion to securely place the bench on the Water Street property, seconded by Robert Zeigler. Motion passed.

Resolution 2025-04:

A motion was made by Katie Blume to adopt Resolution 2025-04 recognizing and supporting LGBTQ+ Pride Month June 2025, seconded by Nickelaus Engle. Motion passed.

PennDot bid project:

A motion was made by Nickelaus Engle to resubmit the bid package for our Hillcrest project to Matt KeNepp for review, seconded by Cecilia Gallup. Motion passed.

Old Action Items

Infrastructure updates:

DCED Multimodal grant bridge project:

At this time, Buchart Horn wants to hold this bidding for another month while we bid two other projects.

WWTP Project – Equalization tank:

The tank supplier is working through the COSTARS process. We should be hearing shortly when the first payment is due. We are in position to bid the civil work for the tank project that includes the valves, vault, site piping and conduit. The bid opening is scheduled for June 19, 2025, at 4:00pm. Buchart Horn has received the submittal from the Tank Supplier and are completing their review.

Raw Water Main Replacement:

The project is ready to be bid. The bid opening is scheduled for June 19, 2025, at 4:00pm.

Commonwealth Financing Authority – Multimodal Transportation Fund:

 As discussed at the May meeting, Buchart Horn will begin working on this Grant Application to submit prior to the July 31, 2025, deadline. At the July meeting they will have a resolution to apply, and a couple of documents related to the application for signature.

DGLVR:

The Race Aly project to begin June 18.

Clock Tower CD and update:

A motion was made by Robert Zeigler to have the CD moved to a 13 month term, seconded by Nickelaus Engle. Motion passed.

Pool update:

Millheim Borough council has received an offer from the Millheim Lions Club to purchase Soldier and Sailors Memorial Park. Purchase price $1.00. Lions Club has placed several conditions on the sale. Information on forming a Joint Authority was reviewed along with a list from PVPRA on priorities for refurbishing the pool.

Millheim Borough council will hold their regular scheduled meeting at 8:30 AM on June 20, 2025 with a very limited agenda allowing extra time for public input on the purchase of Soldiers and Sailors Park.

Our monthly town hall meeting on July 08, 2025 at 6:00 PM will be open for public input on the purchase of the Park.

A motion was made by Robert Zeigler to contact the Valley News, inquiring about prices to advertise the July 08 meeting, if under $250.00 and within the deadline run advertisement, seconded by Cecilia Gallup. Motion passed.

VCBA update:
The organization has received a $5,000.00 grant to benefit the Route 45 Getaway program.

Town hall/open forum updates.

Discussions taking place at these meeting include summer service days where community member can volunteer time to benefit the community, working at Fountain Park, cleaning up around the Borough and volunteering to assist PVPRA with projects at Soldiers and Sailors Park.

Conversation have been held on Founders Fest, using the July 25 date and making the event week long.

Use of the Water Street property was also discussed, with the possibility of a pollinator garden being planted. Recommendation to contact Penns Valley Conservation for assistance. Mr. Engle was requested to prepare a resolution for the July meeting.

Secretary’s Report:

Ms. Immel’s notary will expire in November of 2025. A motion was made by Robert Zeigler authorizing the renewal of Ms. Immel’s notary, seconded by Cecilia Gallup. Motion passed

A motion was made by Robert Zeigler to adjourn, seconded by Cecilia Gallup. Motion passed. Meeting adjourned at 8:50 PM.

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Denise Immel, Borough Secretary

MILLHEIM BOROUGH COUNCIL

225 EAST MAIN STREET

P.O.  BOX 421

MILLHEIM, PA 16854

(CENTRE COUNTY)

PHONE (814)-349-5350       FAX (814)-349-5733

REGULAR MEETING

May 13, 2025

Robert Zeigler called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM with the pledge of allegiance. Council members in attendance: Nickelaus Engle, Cecilia Gallup and Beth Cottrell. Also in attendance Denise Immel, Borough Secretary, Cim Besecker, Borough Treasurer and Solicitor John Miller. Absent: Katie Blume and Mayor Steve Myers

Citizens present:   Amber May, Tammy Myers and Alan Auman

Citizens input:

A motion was made by Beth Cottrell to approve the April 08, 2025 council minutes and the April 08, 2025 town hall minutes as presented, seconded by Nickelaus Engle. Motion passed.

A motion was made by Nickelaus Engle to approve the April 2025 financials as presented seconded by Cecilia Gallup. Motion passed.

A motion was made by Nickelaus Engle to move the interest earned on the ARA funds to our general account pending confirmation that the funds do not need to be returned, seconded Beth Cottrell. Motion passed.

A motion was made by Beth Cottrell to move the clock certificate of deposit to best rate available, seconded by Cecilia Gallup. Motion passed.

Code Enforcement/HARB/Planning Commission reports:

The Code Enforcement report was reviewed with no questions or comments. No reports from HARB or Planning Commission.

Employee Report:

Spring time is here and staying busy is not a problem. Our compactor roller has been picked up and is ready for projects. Street sweeping will begin as soon as possible, but that is all weather depending, as rain is needed to cut down on dust. Brush and leaf pick up was held, with a second pick up being scheduled for North Street to pick up from storm damage. With mowing season starting we have maintained all of our mowing equipment and put some time into our trailer to keep it in good repair. A lot of time was spent getting prepared for the new gazebo, electrical work, prepping the stone pad and dismantling light poles and benches to get the new gazebo in. The benches have all been fixed and painted. We will keep our eye out shopping around for new benches, as we put a lot of money into them every year. A more cost effective bench would be nice. For the first time we ordered a full truck load of cold patch. Usually every year we get around 10 ton from Gregg Twp. That amount usually last 1 summer. With ordering a full truck load (around 20 ton) we should be able to make it a little over two years. Avoiding a middle man for ordering, and knowing that we will have it in stock. We spent some time resurfacing Fawn Alley, instead of just filling in the pot holes we scraped, leveled and laid new stone making the alley much smoother, we hope to get more allies done as the summer goes on. We have been working at roadside drains and re-edging some parts of Long Lane.

Recently there was a tree issue on Walnut Street. The home owner reached out to Ben Haupt about removing the tree. The cost of this single maple tree is $1,800. It is said that years go the Borough had planted all of the trees on this road. This maple tree is leaning towards the home and is dying on the inside and needs removed. Ben Haupt has been contacted about said maple tree and two spruce trees on Borough property. These two tree are in between our playground and residence. We would like to have these removed as well, as would the home owner, eliminating the risk of potential damage. Mr. Haupt quoted us at $800 to cut these down. Bringing the total to $2,800 for the removal of 3 dangerous trees.   

A motion was made by Cecilia Gallup to accept the bid from Ben Haupt and have the trees removed, seconded by Nickelaus Engle. Motion passed

Dam inspection:

A dam inspection was performed on the Millheim Supply Dam

New Action Items

Invoices:

A motion was made by Nickelaus Engle to pay invoice #127513 in the amount of $500.00 to Buchart Horn for services rendered on the raw water main replacement project and invoice #127512 in the amount of $145.56 to Buchart Horn for services rendered on the equalization tank seconded by Beth Cottrell. Motion passed.

West Penn:

West Penn has credited the virtual net energy – host sewage account with $7,295.66. Payout for solar produced energy not used by the borough.

Community work release:

With the probable closing of Rockview State Correctional Institute, this may be the last year the work program will be available. Robert Zeigler will reach out to the program director and have us added as an organization requesting help from their work crew.

Roof repair:

An inspection of the borough building’s roof, by R.H. Marcon, Inc. has revealed an area where the wall flashing is not adhered to the wall. Approximately 40LF will need to be repaired at a cost of $2,640.00. A motion was made by Nickelaus Engle to approve Robert Zeigler signing the authorization to proceed, seconded by Cecilia Gallup. Motion passed.

Old Action Items

Infrastructure Update:

DCED Multimodal Bridge Grant:

At this time Buchart Horn is holding this bidding another month while we bid two other projects.

WWTP Project Equalization Tank:

The tank supplier is working through the COSTARS process Buchart Horn has received the submittal from the Tank Supplier and are completing their review.  The supplier will soon be asking for a deposit which is 25% of the value or $87,125.00.  Buchart Horn is in position to bid the civil work for the tank project that includes the valves, vault, site piping and conduit. The bid opening is scheduled for June 5, 2025 at 4:00pm.

Raw Water Main Replacement:

The project is ready to be bid. The bid opening is scheduled for June 6, 2025 at 4:00pm.

PA Small Water and Sewer Grant:

CFA has reopened this grant program. This is an 85% Grant and 15% matching program with an application fee of $100. The maximum project cost is $500,000. Buchart Horn has had a discussion with Justin on a wish list project. He indicated that he would like to do an electrical and control upgrade at the wastewater plant. Buchart Horn has spoken with Nittany Controls and have been given an estimated project budget of $400,000. The Grant Application was submitted prior to the deadline.

DGLVR Update:

Mr. DeGarmo and Mr. Confer will be meeting with Seth Narehood to review the project and will begin Race Ally project in June.

Grant Opportunities:

A motion was made by Nickelaus Engle to resubmit the DCED Multimodal application for Mill Street in case the original application is denied, seconded by Beth Cottrell. Motion passed.

Clock Tower update:

The clock tower has been assessed by a restoration group, they feel the tower is structurally sound, two grant applications have been submitted by Calvary Church for funding to repair the structure. No funding has been returned by Calvary Church.

Pool Update:

The pool is holding water, the pressure from the pumps maybe causing a pressure crack in the lines. Dinner fundraiser brought in $2,300.00. Grants have been applied for.

Ordinance update: no report

Ordinance 283 Claren Court dedication:

A motion was made by Nickelaus Engle to adopt Ordinance 283 accepting the deed of dedication for the street in Mensch Estates subdivision designated as Claren Court as dedicated by the developer, Davis and Wagner, Inc., trading as Brookside Homes, authorizing the filing of a copy of the ordinance in the Prothonotary’s office of Centre County and forwarding a cope to the Department of Transprotation, seconded by Cecilia Gallup. Motion passed.

Secretary’s Report

Edu’s and properties for sale:

Two properties on the currently on the market have the capabilities of being multi-unit dwellings. A motion was made by Nickelaus Engle to notify the agents involved of the potential for additional cost to reinstate the second EDU, seconded by Beth Cottrell.

Claren Court:

Check has bee received in the amount of $1,200.00 for 2024/2025 winter road maintenance of Claren Court.

Bookcase:

The office has outgrown its existing bookcase, we would like to be able to purchase a larger bookcase from one of the numerous market pages. A motion was made by Cecilia Gallup to approve up to $500.00 for the purchase of a bookcase, seconded by Beth Cottrell. Motion passed.

Gazebo:

The bill for the gazebo has been received, how does council wish to cover the funds over the insurance reimbursement? A motion was made by Cecilia Gallup to split the balance 50/50 general account and beautification account, seconded by Nickelaus Engle. Motion passed.

A motion was made by Cecilia Gallup to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Nickelaus Engle, Motion passed. Meeting adjourned at 8:38 PM.

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Denise Immel, Borough Secretary

MILLHEIM BOROUGH COUNCIL

225 EAST MAIN STREET

P.O.  BOX 421

MILLHEIM, PA 16854

(CENTRE COUNTY)

PHONE (814)-349-5350       FAX (814)-349-5733

REGULAR MEETING

April 08, 2025

Katie Blume called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM with the pledge of allegiance. Council members in attendance: Robert Zeigler and Nickelaus Engle. Also in attendance Denise Immel, Borough Secretary, Cim Besecker, Borough Treasurer and Solicitor John Miller. Absent: Beth Cottrell, Cecilia Gallup and Mayor Steve Myers

Citizens present:  Patty Beckenbaugh, Amber May, Tammy Myers, Tawny Holm and Gonzalo Rubio

Citizens input:

PennDot handouts were shared by Gonzalo Rubio, showing the grit to salt mixture the Borough is to use, Mr. Rubio has concerns that the amount being used is too much as he feels it does not stay on the road surface and damages pavement, causing additional expenses in road repair. Millheim Borough is working with representatives of Centre County and PennDot to ensure all guidelines are being followed to keep our roads safe during the winter months.

A motion was made by Robert Zeigler to approve the March 11, 2025 council minutes and the March 11, 2025 town hall minutes as presented, seconded by Nickelaus Engle. Motion passed.

A motion was made by Nickelaus Engle to approve the March 11, 2025 financials as presented seconded by Robert Zeigler. Motion passed.

Code Enforcement/HARB/Planning Commission reports:

The Code Enforcement report was reviewed with no questions or comments. No reports from HARB.

 Planning Commission met on March 25, 2025 topics of discussion included:

Future areas of development are limited due to lack of open space. The future of the pool located at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Park, what can be done to keep it open and usable. Concerns of the conditions of some of the homes in the borough, junk and disrepair, enforcement of borough codes. The use of gravel on road ways during winter months. Various traffic issues such as speeding and it can be addressed. Main Street programs that the Borough may be able to take advantage of.

Penns Valley Regional Planning:

Robert Zeigler reported that PVRP is looking at making Route 45 a scenic by way, this would allow no new billboards to be erected but also open up additional funding opportunities for tourism dollars. PVRP is also discussing the possibility of regional trach pick as a way to reduce costs to all residents.

Employees Report:

Damaged signs from winter storms and accidents have been fixed and or replaced. The damaged gazebo has been safely taken down with any usable lumber salvaged and stored. Replacement of the gazebo will present a challenge, as a frost free hydrant is in the way of backing the truck directly in. A park bench, possibly a tree and lamp post will need to be removed to allow the roll back truck access to the site. Once the gazebo is in place everything will be replaced.  Snow fencing has been removed from Long Street to allow farming of the field. Street sweepers will be installed on the tractor and skid steer. Street sweeping will begin as we get rain to help with dust control and lesson the amount of mud pushed around on the roads. All roads will be completed.

New Action Items

Invoices:

A motion was made by Robert Zeigler to pay invoice #127179 in the amount of $1,500.00 to Buchart Horn for services rendered on the raw water main replacement project, seconded by Nickelaus Engle. Motion passed.

A motion was made by Robert Zeigler to sign the authorization form permitting PSAB-MRT to initiate payment from the Non-Uniformed Defined Contribution Pension Plan to Thomas J. Anderson & Associates for preparation of the January 01, 2025 Actuarial Valuation report invoice number 2021-12 in the amount of $1,550.00, seconded by Nickelaus Engle. Motion passed.

Brush and Leaf Collection approval:

A motion was made by Nickelaus Engle to set brush collection for the week of April 14, 2025 and leaf collection for the week of April 21, 2025, seconded by Robert Zeigler. Motion passed.

America250PA Resolution:

A motion was made by Nickelaus Engle to adopt Resolution 2025-02 supporting the Pennsylvania Commission for the United States Semiquincentennial (America250PA), seconded by Robert Zeigler. Motion passed.

Town Wide Yard Sales:

A motion was made by Robert Zeigler to authorize Millheim Borough’s town wide yard sales on June 11, 12 and 13 and waive any permitting fees, seconded by Nickelaus Engle. Motion passed.

Conservatorship of abandoned/condemned properties:

Robert Zeigler explained how a conservatorship could help the Borough manage blighted properties. The property owner retains ownership, the borough would manage the property in regards to repairs, and the property is than sold with the borough being reimbursed for funds put into the property and the remaining balance being turnover to the property owner. The property needs to be vacant and condemned at least one year prior to the Borough filing for conservatorship.

Benner Township:

Benner Township has been given notice that they would no longer be a part of Spring-Benner-Walker Joint Authority and are looking for support to provide support to provide water to its 267 customer. Discussion held, does Mr. Kerstetter have the capacity to assist and proper licenses to provide this support. Millheim water system will[Ma1]  always be his main focus. Discussion will be held with Mr. Kerstetter. If we would move forward it would be presented as one year deal and reviewed at end of term.

Old Action Items

Infrastructure updates

DCED Multimodal Bridge project:

At this time, Buchart Horn would like to hold off bidding this project for another month while allowing time to bid two other projects.

WWTP Project – Equalization Tank:

The tank supplier is working through the COSTARS process. Buchart Horn should be hearing shortly when the first payment is due. We are in position to bid the civil work for the tank project that includes the valves, vault, site piping and conduit. A motion was made by Nickelaus Engle to authorize the advertisement and bidding of this project, seconded by Robert Zeigler. Motion passed. Millheim Borough will request publication when notice is received from Buchart Horn.

Raw Water Main Replacement:

This project is ready to be bid. A motion was made by Robert Zeigler to authorize the advertisement and bidding of this project, seconded by Nickelaus Engle. Millheim Borough will request publication when notice is received from Buchart Horn. Motion passed.

Annual Waste Load Management Report (CH 94):

The annual Chapter 94 Report was due by March 31, 2025. Working with Justin the report was submitted, and the confirmation email was forwarded to the office

PA Small Water and Sewer Grant:

CFA has reopened this grant program. This is an 85% Grant and 15% matching program with an application fee of $100. The maximum project cost is $500,000. Buchart Horn has had a discussion with Justin Kerstetter about projects needing done at either the water or sewer plant. He indicated that he would like to do an electrical and control upgrade at the wastewater plant. Buchart Horn has contacted Nittany Controls and has been given an estimated project budget of $400,000. A motion was made by Robert Zeigler to authorize the signing of the required resolution granting the request for funding, seconded by Nickelaus Engle. Motion passed.

Grant extension for equalizer tank:

The grant for this project is set to expire June of this year, a motion was made by Robert Zeigler to apply for a grant extension with Katie Blume and Robert Zeigler as signers, seconded by Nickelaus Engle. Motion passed.

LSA grant:

After a deeper review of the application submitted, two separate projects are presented under one application. We have been requested to choose between the Water Main replacement project and the pickup truck. A motion was made by Nickelaus Engle to remove the pickup truck and pursue the water main replacement, seconded by Robert Zeigler. Motion passed.

Claren Court

Accept and approve publication:

A motion was made by Robert Zeigler to accept the deed of dedication as presented, seconded by Nickelaus Engle. Motion passed.

A motion was made by Nickelaus Engle to ordain Claren Court, seconded by Robert Zeigler. Motion passed. Solicitor Miller will prepare and advertise ordinance.

Billing:

At the March meeting a motion was passed to bill Brookside Homes for road maintenance. After discussion with the Borough road crew they recommended $1,200.00 to cover materials and labor. A motion was made by Robert Zeigler to bill $1200.00 to Brookside Homes, seconded by Nickelaus Engle. Motion passed.

Clock Tower update:

Millheim Borough has received a request from Calvary Church for the Borough to hold all funds raised for the clock and tower repair. A motion was made by Robert Zeigler to use the existing clock tower account with  separate spreadsheet to track funds raised, seconded by Nickelaus Engle. Motion passed. Treasurer Besecker will reach out to Calvary Church.

Ordinance amendment:

Tabled to next meeting to allow time for a discussion with code enforcement.

DGLVR:

Seth Narehood has advised the Borough that the Hillcrest Avenue project is too far from water sources to get funding from this year’s grant. Recommendation is to wait until next year to apply.

Secretary’s Report:

Tenant information enforcement:

The Borough still has a few landlords that have not submitted the required information. Landlords have received 2 emails, a mailing and phone message left. A motion was made by Robert Zeigler to send a certified letter with a copy of the ordinance explaining consequences, if information is not obtained they will be turned over to District Magistrate, seconded by Nickelaus Engle. Motion passed.

Gutelius Billing:

An email request was sent on March 17, 2025 requesting information on who would be responsible for covering the expenses incurred from Gutelius for emergency repairs on our water line at 259 East Main Street caused by resident pulling up waterline on the property. No response has been received. A motion was made by Robert Zeigler to add the bill amount to the resident’s water bill, seconded by Nickelaus Engle. Motion passed.

Correction of February Minutes:

A motion was made by Robert Zeigler to amend the motion made approving the February minutes, correcting the minutes date to January 14, 2025 council minutes and the financials date to January 2025, seconded Nickelaus Engle. Motion passed.

Tax office hours:

A motion was made by Nickelaus Engle to have Borough secretary email the tax collector’s office hours to property owners, seconded by Robert Zeigler, Motion passed.

Clarification needed:

Secretary Immel has requested clarification on duties, and responsibilities as Borough Secretary.  Questions have arisen as to who sees what emails. Secretary Immel was instructed to be sure all complaints are sent to code and council. Emails pertaining to specific areas to be sent to council member assigned. Council does not need to see every email conversation and have been satisfied with Ms. Immel’s abilities to perform as borough secretary.  Katie Blume will meet with Ms. Immel and review job description.

A motion was made by Robert Zeigler to adjourn, seconded by Nickelaus Engle. Motion passed. Meeting adjourned at 9:09 PM.

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Denise Immel, Secretary

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