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

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

President Al Ilgen called the meeting to order with the pledging of allegiance at 7PM. Council member in attendance: Al Ilgen, Ed Bowman, Robert Zeigler, Beth Cowher, Patty Beckenbaugh, Denise Immel and Solicitor John Miller. Mayor Lauralee Snyder arrived at 7:38PM. Also in attendance Ashley Vaughn, Jimmy West representing Penns Valley Little League, Lisa Riveria and Lisa Shaffer representing East Penns Valley Library, Kent Knisley, Erin Eminhizer, Larry Schreckengast, Leslie Warriner and John Segursky representing Uni-Tec.

Citizens Input:

Leslie Warriner and Kent Knisely spoke on installing a free library to promote literacy in Penns Valley. Dr. Knisley suggested the Fountain Park area as an ideal location and stated that he would probably be the steward to maintain the free library. They realize this is probably a spring project but wanted to present to council for consideration and to have time to review with code and planning. Mr. Ilgen asked the representatives from the library if this presented any conflict. Their only concern was that of library books being returned to the free library and not to them. Representatives suggested a prominent notice be placed stating that this is not a drop off point for library books. Representatives also stated other area in Centre County run free libraries and public libraries with success. President Ilgen agreed this was a spring project and that council would consider the proposal.

Kent Knisely of 130 East Main Street also expressed concerns of traffic regularly exceeding speed limits in and out of town, especially the commercial traffic Monday thru Friday. Not only does this effect the quality of life in the borough but also is a safety concern. He presented two solutions to council. The first and probably the most viable is speed boards be installed to alert drivers of their current speed. Studies have been done that prove drivers do slow down when the speed signs are used. Second solution would be to hire or lease police to monitor the borough. Thru Mr. Knisley’s research he discovered that another community has used fracking funds to hire police officer to patrol the neighborhood. President Ilgen explained that police, either to hire or lease is an additional expense and that the Borough receives very little fracking money and these would not offset that expense. President Ilgen also stated that council was already exploring the use of liquid fuel funds to purchasing speed signs to be installed on both ends of Main Street as well as Penn and North Streets.

Mr. Knisely also brought to the attention of council his intention to improve the front porch of his residence at 130 East Main Street. President Ilgen acknowledged that a meeting has been scheduled with HARB to review his plans.

Erin Eminhizer, represented her mother at 149 Park Road. Mrs. Eminhizer is looking into subdividing her acreage, they are looking for guidance in how is the best way to proceed. Code stated to speak to council on water and sewer options. President Ilgen believes that at this time sewer lines are not extended to 140 Park Road. John Segursky suggested two options, one to have on lot sewer, two is to pay to have the sewer line extended to property. Solicitor John Miller recommended hiring an engineer to advise the Eminhizers of proper lot sizes. Leslie Warriner also suggested the Eminhizers contact Chris Schnure of Centre County Planning.

Larry Shreckengast of 164 Park Road stated last year or two years ago he stoned the road in front of his residence, the Borough employees use this road as an access to the water plant and travel it more the he does. He had requested reimbursement and was denied but was told before doing additional work he was to make the Borough aware. The road is once again in need of some repair. President Ilgen asked Mr. Shreckengast to contact Justin Kerstetter in the spring before he starts to do repairs.

Leslie Warriner commended the Borough maintenance crew on the brush and leaf collection and thanked the council for providing this service.

Jimmy West, President of Penns Valley Little League stated the league has been exploring various options with boroughs and townships, they want to make sure they are not overstepping bounds when it come the fields at the Borough. The league has expressed that they do not feel the fields are being properly maintained and would like to see the Borough mow the infields more often. The league would like to have improvements made to the fields. The league was wondering about donating the mowing since this is borough property also contribute to the cost of top soil and field mix. President Ilgen suggested the league present a proposal to council for consideration at a meeting early next year.

Code Enforcement/HARB/Planning Commission Reports:

Reports are included in council packets along with the approved Code budget.  President Ilgen reported that the code department is in demand, they have been approached by other municipalities to do work and may be expanding. Although we are required to budget $4000 to support Penns Valley Code, they are now self-sustaining.

Employee Reports:

Maintenance Report is included in council packets.

New Action Items:

Lisa Rivera and Lisa Shaffer of the East Penns Valley Library expressed concerns about the access to the Borough building in order for the volunteers to be able to access the library. They recommended a lock box be installed to hold a Borough Office key for use by their volunteers. The library has been given a lock box to be used to hold a key for the library door. Council expressed concerns with the large number of volunteers having access to the Borough Building keys via a lock box. Instead of a lock box the Borough will establish a phone list to be distributed to volunteers to be used in the event the building needs to be unlocked.

Leslie Warriner reported on the inspection of the Park Road Bridge. All local bridges over 20 feet need to be inspected at least every two years. The Park Road Bridge has never been inspected, the Borough will be responsible for the cost of the inspection can range from $1,800 to $2,000. Cost of the inspection can come from liquid fuel funds. If repairs are needed there are funds available thru the county to help with costs. 

John Segursky updated council on the waterline project. Report is in council packets. All pipe installation is complete except for the crossing of the storm culvert. We have received approval to extend the paving base repair until November 24, 2018 provided paving conditions can be met. Work remaining is to join the two sections at the culvert, final interconnects to the existing water mains, pressure testing of the new pipe installation and paving. G&R Charles as submitted a pay application in the amount of $76,158.00. Beth Cowher made a motion seconded by Ed Bowman for President Ilgen to sign the pay request for G&R Charles in the amount of $76,185.00. Motion carried.

Mr. Segursky stated that the contractor may need to mill rock from the bank and that these milling may be used to repair Park Road by Mr. Shreckengast property.

A motion was made by Robert Zeigler, seconded by Ed Bowman to approve and pay Uni-Tec invoice in the amount of $14,869.75. Motion carried.

President Ilgen and Justin Kerstetter met with Matt Knepp and toured various roads in the Borough to review possible projects for liquid fuels application.  A motion was made by Robert Zeigler, seconded by Patty Beckenbaugh to submit 3 liquid fuels applications one to pave Locust Street, Walnut Street, and  South Street, second to purchase four speed boards and third to purchase stop blocks. Motion carried.  

A motion was made by Ed Bowman seconded by Robert Zeigler to pay two invoices to Penn Dot inspectors for the Penns Street bridge one for $2142.14 second for $2,341.70.  Motion carried.

A motion was made by Robert Zeigler, seconded by Ed Bowman to approve Resolution 2018-7. Motion carried.

A motion was made by Robert Zeigler, seconded by Patty Beckenbaugh to approve the signing of the Agreement with Centre Tax Agency to collect the Local Service Tax. Motion carried.

A final review of the proposed was held with no changes. A motion was made by Ed Bowman, seconded by Beth Cowher to approve and advertise the 2019 proposed budget. Motion carried.

Penn Street Bridge update.  A copy of report is in council packet, includes an estimate of $2,117,088.00 for bridge replacement over Mill Race.

A motion was made by Robert Zeigler, seconded by Ed Bowman to pay the 2019 Solvency fee to Pennsylvania Unemployment Compensation Fund in the amount of $210.82. Motion carried.

President Ilgen reported that DEP will be increasing fees on water permitting, we have budgeted based on the increase to $1,000.00.

Old Action Items:

Code office is requesting section 6 be changed from lessee to lessor also Section F from lessor to lessee. Library lease to change section 3 to $520.00 monthly rent. Solicitor Miller will make changes and present updated leases at the December meeting for approval.

A motion was made by Robert Zeigler and seconded by Patty Beckenbaugh to increase internet speed to 7M at 49.99 a month with a two year contract and keep the phone lines thru AT&T. Motion carried.

Robert Zeigler will forward sign on information the website designed by Michelle Grove. Will request a proposal from Ms. Grove and ask her to attend our December meeting.

Committee and Mayor’s Report:

Nothing to report.

A motion was made by Ed Bowman, seconded by Patty Beckenbaugh to approve the financial reports with the update on Town Clock. Motion carried.

A motion was made by Ed Bowman, seconded by Robert Zeigler to approve the minutes for October 3^rd, October 9^th, and November 1^st, also to approve with correction of the spelling from Ziegler to Zeigler on the October 22^nd minutes. Motioned carried.

Secretary/Treasurer Tracy Leitzel is working with a CPA to learn QuickBooks at a cost of 40.00 per hour. A motion was made by Ed Bowman, seconded by Robert Zeigler to allot 20 additional hours for training in QuickBooks.  Motion carried. If additional hours are required Ms. Leitzel and Ms. Immel will present request to council.

Jolene Hineman of West Penn Power emailed a request for the Borough to purchase a Centre County United Way Banner for $75.00. Deadline to purchase is January 2019. Council to review.

Regional Planning Committee meeting will be held November 19, 2018 at 7:00PM

Next council meeting will be held December 11, 2018.

A motion was made by Ed Bowman, seconded by Patty Beckenbaugh to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:23PM.

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Denise Immel, Assistant Secretary/Treasurer

MILLHEIM BOROUGH COUNCIL

225 EAST MAIN STREET

P.O. BOX 421

MILLHEIM, PA  16854

(CENTRE COUNTY)

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

BUDGET MEETING

October   3^rd, 2018

President Alan Ilgen called the budget meeting of the Millheim Borough Council to order at 7:00 p.m.

with the following persons in attendance:  Alan Ilgen, Ed Bowman, Patty Beckenbaugh, Lauralee Snyder, Robert Zeigler and Beth Cowher.

The meeting order followed the agenda.

The duties of Borough Secretary/Treasurer and Water and Sewer Secretary were discussed.  It is the desire of the Council to have these positions cross-trained so that Tracey and Denise can back each other up and be able to help/support one another.  It was decided that Tracey to continue as Borough Secretary/Treasure @ 15 hours per week, and to increase Denise’s office hours to 25 hours per week.  Also, the advertisement for the Secretary/Treasure position to be removed from the draft newsletter.

For the rest of the evening, the General Fund Budget was reviewed and discussed at length.  No formal action taken at this time.

 Motion to adjourn was made by E. Bowman, second by P. Beckenbaugh.  All approved.

  MILLHEIM BOROUGH COUNCIL

225 EAST MAIN STREET

P.O. BOX 421

MILLHEIM, PA  16854

(CENTRE COUNTY)

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

BUDGET MEETING

October   22^nd, 2018

President Alan Ilgen called the regular meeting of the Millheim Borough council to order at 7:45 p.m.

With the following persons in attendance:  Alan Ilgen, Ed Bowman, Lauralee Snyder, Robert Zeigler and Beth Cowher.

The meeting order followed the agenda.

There was discussion about the Clock Fund CD and the various options rates being offered by local banks. 

 Motion was made by R. Ziegler, second by B. Cowher, to place these funds in a 13 month CD at FNB at 2.5% interest rate.  All in favor, motion carried.

The Fire Tax budget was reviewed/discussed.

There was also additional discussion regarding the draft Water, Sewer and General Fund budgets.

No formal action was taken on any of the budgets.

Motion to adjourn made by R. Ziegler, second by E. Bowman.  Motion carried.

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

December 11, 2018

President Al Ilgen called the meeting to order with the pledging of allegiance at 7PM. Council members in attendance: Al Ilgen, Ed Bowman, Robert Zeigler, Beth Cowher, Patty Beckenbaugh, Mayor Lauralee Snyder, Denise Immel and Solicitor John Miller. Also in attendance Roger Mays, representing Uni-Tec. Michelle Grove and Andy Pisano.

Citizens Input:   None

Code Enforcement/HARB/Planning Commission:

Reports are included in council packets, reviewed with no questions.

Employee Reports:

Maintenance report is included in council packet, reviewed with no questions.

New Actions Items:

Michelle Grove spoke on the proposed new web page she is designing for the Millheim Borough. Her goal is to have an updated web site that will work for the Borough. She will move the files and data base and train staff on how to use/update. Recommends we purchase the licensing of the theme so we can update as needed.  Her charges will be $200.00 and $25.00 at hour is additional assistance is needed. She will need passwords to our host account and our domain account to be able to complete the transition. A motion made by Ed Bowman seconded by Patty Beckenbaugh to accept Ms. Grove proposal to update our web page. Motion carried.

Roger May from Uni-Tec update council on the RT 445 waterline replacement, G&R Charles has completed replacing the water main it has been tested and is functioning as intended. They have also completed the temporary paving for the winter months. Uni-Tec is projecting remaining funds of $182,000.00, giving us an opportunity to approach the county about some additional work. 1) The water allocation permit has revealed the need to construct a measuring device on Phillips Creek to ensure that the Borough is meeting its pass by flow requirements. 2) Installing a 2” blow off valve near the treatment plant as well as a screen for the raw water main so that we can abandon the old chlorine building where the screen is currently located. A motion was made by Ed Bowman seconded by Patty Beckenbaugh to have Uni-Tec approach Centre County to use the remaining SR445 funds to help complete the two proposed projects. Motioned carried.

G&R Charles has submitted pay application No. 3 in the amount of $105,053.70 to Uni-Tec, they have reviewed the quantities and agree. Copies are in council packets. A motions was made by Robert Zeigler seconded by Beth Cowher to have President Ilgen sign the submission for $105,053.701. Motion carried.

Uni-Tec prepared an inspection on the bridge over Elk Creek on Park Road. The bridge appears to be in fair condition but Uni-Tec did make some recommendations to improve safety.

Resolution 2018-8 increasing EDU rate from $70.00 to $75.00 was reviewed. A motion was made by Robert Zeigler seconded by Patty Beckenbaugh to resolution 2018-8. Motion carried.

A motions was made by Robert Zeigler seconded by Ed Bowman to adopt Ordinance 265, establishing the 2019 tax rate. Motion carried.

The final budget for 2019 was included in council packets. A motion was made by Robert Zeigler seconded by Ed Bowman to adopt the 2019 General budget, the 2019 Water budget, the 2019 Sewer budget, the 2019 Liquid Fuels budget and the 2019 Fire Tax Budget. Motion carried.

Proposed meeting dates were include in council packets. A motion was made by Beth Cowher seconded by Patty Beckenbaugh to approve the meeting dates for Borough Council, HARB and Planning Commission. Motion carried.

Council reviewed letter from Pam Winter expressing her interest in continuing to provide Sewage Enforcement Officer Services to the Borough and the 2019 SOE fee schedule. A motions was made by Robert Zeigler seconded by Ed Bowman to reappoint Pam Winter as primary sewage enforcement officer, Charles Herr as secondary sewage enforcement officer and to accept the 2019 SOE fee schedule. Motion carried.

Council reviewed the accounting services agreement from Baker Tilly. A motion was made by Ed Bowman seconded by Beth Cowher to accept the agreement as presented and have President Ilgen sign and return the agreement. Motion carried.

Pisano Winery at 103 Penn Street, the Borough has received a package from Nittany Engineering, Mr. Pisano needs to go thru DEP for an additional sewer facility planning module DEP is requesting a resolution for the land development stating that the borough has EDU’s available for Mr. Pisano to proceed with the winery. Solicitor John Miller reviewed the Nittany Engineering documents and stated he had no problem having President Ilgen sign the document resolution and sewer planning module. A motion was made by Robert Zeigler seconded by Beth Cowher to have President Ilgen sign the Resolution for the Plan Revision for New Land Development (number 2018-9) and the sewer planning module that was prepared by Nittany Engineering. Motion carried.

Nittany Engineering documents will be presented to the Planning Commission at their next meeting on December 26, 2018.

Part time employee:

Council reviewed the memorandum in regard to Kent Yearick, this is to be placed in his personnel file. Mr. Yearick refused to report to work doing snow removal the night of November 16, 2018. On November 19, 2019 Mr. Yearick was requested to attend a meeting with President Ilgen and Councilman Robert Zeigler. Mr. Yearick refused the meeting and handed his keys to Mr. Kerstetter. We are looking at this as job abandonment. The Borough has a lead on 2 prospects to replace Mr. Yearick, will be looking at 10 dollars per hour on an as needed basis.

Old Business:

Library lease is signed and filed, still waiting on the signed copy for Code.

A motions was made by Ed Bowman seconded by Robert Zeigler to allow the library to install a lockbox on the door for use by library volunteers to access the library. Motion carried.

The Borough internet has been upgraded to 7m.

Borough building door keys were distributed to Patty Beckenbaugh and Beth Cowher. A phone list will be distributed to library volunteers making it easier for them to have access to the building and open the library.

Our 2019 Liquid Fuels application has been submitted listed in order of priority. Paving of Locust Street, Walnut Street and South Street, the 4 speed signs and last the stop blocks. We should hear the results in January or February. If the speed radar signs are not approved discussion will be held on purchasing them with Borough funds.

A discussion was held on purchasing a banner for $75.00 to support the Centre County United Way, It was decided in doing so we would be setting a precedence and we are declining the offer.

Mifflinburg Bank has donated $1000.00 to the Borough Beautification Fund,

Our Emergency Management Fund CD in the amount of $1040.03 is up for renewal. A motion was made by Beth Cowher seconded by Robert Zeigler to renew the CD for 18 months at a rate of 2.25%. Motion carried.

A motion was made by Ed Bowman seconded by Beth Cowher to approve the November 13, 2018 minutes. Motion carried.

Council reviewed the account balance report. A motion was made by Ed Bowman seconded by Robert Zeigler to approve the account balance report. Motion carried.

The Borough has received notification that our electric company contract expires January 2020. APPI would like to once again like to negotiate with power companies on our behalf. A motion was made by Robert Zeigler seconded by Ed Bowman to have President Ilgen sign the APPI Letter of Exclusive Representation.  Motion carried.

Next council meeting will be held Friday December 21^st, 2018 at 8:30 am

A motions was made by Robert Zeigler seconded by Ed Bowman to adjourn. Motion carried, Meeting adjourned at 8:55 p.m.

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

December 21, 2018

President Al Ilgen called the meeting to order with the pledging of allegiance at 8:30AM. Council members in attendance: Al Ilgen, Ed Bowman, Patty Beckenbaugh, Mayor Lauralee Snyder and Denise Immel. Absent for council meeting Beth Cowher and Robert Zeigler. Also in attendance employees Justin Kerstetter, Lester Kerstetter and Roy Rupert.

Citizens Input: none

Employees Report:

Roy Rupert reported that the rebuilt pump at the water plant has been installed and will be tested over the next week. Roy Rupert questioned the status of a pass by stream gauge. If Centre County approves the use of CDGB not used in the Route 445 waterline project, the pass by gauge could be funded with these dollars. John Sergursky with Uni-Tec is checking into this. The repair to the main inluent pipe to the water treatment plant, including a blow off valve is in the 2019 budget. There is an Issue at sewer plant with pumps clogging, tried to pull pump yesterday and the pump will not come up beyond a certain point. PSI solutions will be here on the 27^th or 28^th to replace the rails, they feel one may have corroded and is catching on the pump as it is being pulled. Orchard Pump and Supply has a diesel pump that we can use in the event one is needed due to large amount of rain expected.

Justin Kerstetter reported that there is no plan in place as yet to fix the front step. Contacts have been made but it too late in year to be able to replace the concrete. After discussion it was decided to let the step as is until spring of 2019. Justin also brought up the fact that vehicles coming west on state route 45 and turning into Long Lane are now running over the Leitzel’s side walk and wall on property. After discussion a decision was reached to place a large boulder on the corner of residence to prevent traffic from further damaging sidewalk and drainage.

New Action Items:

Uni-Tec:

The Uni-Tec invoices were reviewed and discussed. A motion was made by Ed Bowman seconded by Patty Beckenbaugh to the water allocation permit renewal in the amount of $114.57 and the Rte. 445 invoices for $23,021.56. Motion carried.

Liquid Fuels Audit:

President Ilgen reported that the liquid fuels audit was performed by Joel Long on December 17 and 18. The audit went smoothly with no findings.

Penns Valley Regional Planning:

Mayor Snyder has been representing the Borough at the planning meetings, but with the resignation of S. Heckman last year the Borough has an open appointment to the commission. A motion was made by Ed Bowman seconded by Patty Beckenbaugh to appoint President Ilgen to fill the empty position. Motion carried. A bill for $50.00 was presented from Penns Valley Regional Planning to help cover costs of advertising meetings. A motion was made by Patty Beckenbaugh seconded by Ed Bowman to approve payment of $50.00 to Penns Valley Regional Planning. Motion carried.

Signatures on Mifflinburg Bank Accounts:

A motion was made by Ed Bowman seconded by Patty Beckenbaugh to adopt resolution 2018-10    adding Denise Immel as a signer on the Mifflinburg accounts. Motion carried.

Old Action Items:

Website update:

President Ilgen has given Michelle Grove the passwords necessary for her to start transferring data.

Part Time Employees Update:

Trevor Benner and Buddy Cowher have agreed to help with snow removal if needed. President Ilgen will reach out to our insurance for proper coverage. Discussion was held on whether or not the Borough should consider another full time employee to replace Justin Kerstetter when he moves into Roy Rupert’s position upon Mr. Rupert’s retirement. Tabled for further discussion.

A motion was made by Ed Bowman seconded by Patty Beckenbaugh to approve the October 17^th meeting minutes. Motion carried. A motion was made by Patty Beckenbaugh seconded by Ed Bowman to approve the December 11, meeting minutes. Motion carried.

The November financial reports were reviewed, a motion was made by Patty Beckenbaugh seconded by Patty Beckenbaugh to accept the financial reports. Motion carried.

Secretary’s Report:

The property at 151 Penn Street is up for Sheriff’s sale on February 14^th, 2019. This account is also delinquent on the water and sewer bill, although payment arrangements have been made. It is the recommendation of Solicitor Miller that a Municipal lien be filed. After discussion a decision was made to contact the owner and explain that because of the Sheriff’s sale notice that unless the bill is paid current we will need to file the municipal lien.

Landlord registration requests have yielded an additional 43 names being added to the tax roster with approximately 12 landlords not responding. A second letter is to be sent politely requesting the information and explaining the consequences of failure to comply.

A motions was made by Patty Beckenbaugh seconded by Ed Bowman to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:55AM.

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Denise Immel, Assistant Secretary/Treasurer

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

January 08, 2019

President Al Ilgen called the meeting to order with the pledging of allegiance at 7:00PM. Council members in attendance: Al Ilgen, Ed Bowman, Patty Beckenbaugh, Beth Cowher, Robert Zeigler, Mayor Lauralee Snyder, Solicitor John Miller and Denise Immel, ASSISTANT Secretary/Treasurer. Also in attendance John Segursky representing Uni-Tec.

Election of Officers: no action needed

Citizens Input: none

Code Enforcement/HARB/Planning Commission Report:

Penns Valley Code Enforcement submitted their yearend report for council review. The agency deemed it a successful year issuing 274 building permit with a total value of the buildings was over $10,500,000.00. The agency responded to 510 incidents.

President Ilgen reported on the December 26, 2018 Planning Commission meeting. The Pisano Winery project has been signed off and approved by the planning commission. The project now needs to be presented to Centre County Planning and DEP for review of the Sewage Planning Module. Mr. Pisano will also need to present finalized plans to Penns Valley Code for review to acquire proper permits.

Employee Reports: no report

New Action Items:

Uni-Tec

John Segursky reported that a substantial completion walk through was held on December 05, 2018, a punch list was prepared and submitted to G&R Charles. G&R Charles returned on December 12, 2018 and repaired the areas of paving based on the punch list.

Matt Milliron from Centre County Planning has suggested that we continue the water main north 425 feet and across SR0445 as a means to use the remaining funds from CDBG, estimates have been presented.

Uni-Tec is currently reviewing comments received on the water allocation permit submission. During the renewal DEP is going to place Elk Creek and Phillips Creek on the same allocation permit. This will not affect the current 160,000 gallons per day withdraw from Phillips Creek and will extend the permit date to 2044. A measuring device must be installed so the operator can record the daily pass by flow, A request has been made to relocate the measuring device to near the screen building. PA Fish and Boat expressed concerns about blocking the migratory path of the fish. DEP has asked if this was definitely not permittable and is awaiting a response.

A motion was made by Ed Bowman seconded by Robert Zeigler to move forward with extending the waterline project north and across SR0445 as suggested by Centre County Planning. Motion carried.

President Ilgen presented the resignation of Councilman Ed Bowman effect February 28, 2019 and the resignation of Thomas Heckman, Emergency Manager Coordinator effect January 01, 2019. A motion was made by Robert Zeigler seconded by Patty Beckenbaugh to accept the resignations of Ed Bowman and Thomas Heckman. Motion carried. President Ilgen asked council members to solicit borough residents to fill these positons.

Additional training hours on QuickBooks has been requested. These additional hour will be used to cover year end processes thru QuickBooks. A motion was made by Ed Bowman seconded by Robert Zeigler to approve an additional 10 hours of QuickBooks training at the rate of $40.00 per hour. Motion carried.

The Fax machine in the Borough office is not functioning. A motion was made by Ed Bowman seconded by Beth Cowher to purchase a new fax machine, purchase price not to exceed $200.00. Motion carried.

Councilwoman Cowher will pursue purchase at Sam’s Club.

President Ilgen asked council member to consider projects that could be included in a three to five year plan. Items such as the lack of drainage on Penn Street, the bridge of the Race on Penn Street, combine with PennDot project set for 2021. Will find out deadline for submitting a request to grade the gravel road area of Park Road. Cannot pave Park Road until bridge is repaired.

President Ilgen requested council members review the financial reports and come prepared to make recommendations on transferring excess working funds to interest bearing accounts.

Old Business;

Passwords for our Go Daddy account are not working, without access Ms. Grove cannot proceed with the development of the new website. Secretary Leitzel is to have passwords reset and supply this information to Ms. Grove. Upon receipt of password Ms. Grove will proceed with the website.

Committee and Mayor’s Report:

Beth Cowher reported she has requested a bid from Robin Hanselman on repairing the first step leading into the Borough Office. She will have a discussion with Mr. Hanselman to as to whether the step can be effectively repaired now or if we will need to wait for spring.

A motion was made by Ed Bowman seconded by Robert Zeigler to approve the minutes of the December 21, 2018 meeting. Motion carried.

A motion was made by Robert Zeigler seconded by Ed Bowman to approve the December Financial Summery. Motion carried.

Secretary’s Report:

Due to the 90 day delinquency status and the receipt of a notification from Centre County Sheriff’s Office advising of Sheriffs sale on February 14, 2019 on the property located at 151 Penn Street, a municipal lien will be filed on this property in the amount of $1,034.00.

Council was advised that the Borough has received notification that the Final Subdivision Plan of Lands of Craig and Mary Ellen Storm file 148-15 has been extended for the 11^th time and will now expire

April 01, 2019.

Financial disclosers need to be completed and submitted to Borough by all council members and office personnel.

Next council meeting will be held on February 12, 2019,

A motion was made by Robert Zeigler seconded by Ed Bowman to adjourn. Motion carried

Meeting adjourned at 8:20PM

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Denise Immel Assistant Secretary/Treasurer