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

April 14, 2026

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

Citizenspresent:  Mark Engle, Nick Hettinger, Kathy Highbaugh, Seth Gordon, Ang Smith, Greta Haney, Susan Haney, Lew Bryson, Shara Tritsch and Tammy Myers.

Citizens input: Richard Gallup questioned the proper procedure to have an abandoned and neglected building addressed. Solicitor Miller recommended to file a formal complaint to the code office

A motion was made by Cecilia Gallup to approve the March 10 2026, council minutes and the March 10, 2026 town hall minutes, seconded by Robert Zeigler. Motion passed.

A motion was made by Robert Zeigler to approve the March 2026 financials as presented, seconded by Marissa Evankovich. 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

We are gearing up for street sweeping, first time using our recently purchased replacement brooms for the machines. We should get about 3.5 years on the brooms until they need replaced. A big thank you to Boy Scoutt Troop 88, they spent a weekend back at the swimming pool cleaning up and spreading mulch. They went above and beyond. The Borough supplied material and Troop 88 got everything done. Time has been spent helping out at the sewer plant trying to get operations back to normal. Meanwhile a main sewer line blockage occurred at 120 West Main Street. With the help of Robinsons Septic Service, the blockage caused by baby wipes was removed. Hauling and delivering pallets of water to the office for water jug distribution has become a weekly event. Winter equipment will be serviced and stored while prepping our summer equipment for use. Mowing season has hit, along with road patching, berm repair, fixing damaged street signs and repairing water meters and MXU’s. Spring cleanup is set to start the last week of April.

New Action Items

Invoices:

A motion was made by Robert Zeigler to pay invoice #9005460 in the amount of $3,550.00 to ARRO for professional services that have been prorated for February, reimbursement to Jodi Muther for waiver renewal PWSIDZ, and invoice #1459150 NPDES Chapter 102 permit in the amount of $500.00 seconded by Marissa Evankovich. Motion passed.

Reserve Fund Transfer:

A report was prepared by Treasurer Cim Besecker showing balances in our accounts and the current expenses and anticipated expenses for the sewer account. A motion was made by Marissa Evankovich to transfer $100,000.00 from the water reserves account to the sewer account to cover repair expenses, seconded by Robert Zeigler. Motion passed.

Engineering services:

A motion was made by Robert Zeigler to appoint Rettew as our engineer of record, going forward, seconded by Marissa Evankovich. Motion passed.

USDA grants for discussion:

USDA has emergency grant funding available for both water and waste water. These grants require a full plan for remediation or repair to be part of the application. DEP can evaluate the media at the water plant for assistance in this process. Our local representatives have been aware of the situations at both of the plants. Emergency grant funding timeline is approximately a 90 day turn around.

Park Hours:

Current signage at Soldiers and Sailors Park states closing at 9:00 PM. A motion was made by Cecilia Gallup to order new signage with hours listed as dawn to dusk and number signs for pavilions, seconded by Marissa Evankovich. Motion passed.

Marcon contract:

Marcon has presented us with a new roof maintenance contract, offering a yearly or bi-annual inspection. The contract is automatically renewed on a yearly basis unless written notice is sent.  Robert Zeigler made a motion authorizing Katie Blume to sign the contract for a yearly inspection at the cost of $750.00, seconded by Ceciia Gallup. Motion passed.

Service Hours:

The Borough has received a request from Penns Valley High School to assist in a day of service for their 11^th and 12^th grade students by allowing them to complete community service within the borough on May 20^th, 2026. A motion was made by Robert Zeigler to assist in the day of service, provided proof of insurance or signed waivers were obtained, seconded by Cecilia Gallup. Motion passed.

Letter of Resignation:

We have received a letter of resignation from planning committee member Gonzalo Rubio. A motion was made by Robert Zeigler to accept Mr. Rubio’s’ resignation, seconded by Marissa Evankovich. Motion passed.

Old Action Items

Infrastructure updates:

Equalization Tank:

Rettew has reviewed the information available from the previous engineer relating to the equalization tank. No PA DEP permit application was submitted which is a requirement by DEP. A cursory review of the information revealed that the tank design does not appear to meet PA DEP standards. The system will require mixing and aeration of the contents, along with some portion of control to allow for its usage in emergency situations. Rettew will prepare a proposal for the completion of the permits, necessary redesign and administration of the construction for the purchased components.

Rettew obtained pricing for temporary equalization tanks if the Borough requires this for full restart of the water treatment plant or if flows exceed the hydraulic capacity of the sewer plant. A motion was made by Cecilia Gallup to rent 3 temporary frack tanks at $4,000.00 per month with a $6,000.00 pick up and delivery fee, seconded by Robert Zeigler. Motion passed.

Rettew has prepared the Annual chapter 94 wastewater overload report.

Multimodal bridge project:

Rettew will request reports from Buchart Horn and prepare a proposal for completion of the project.

Jodi Muthler reported that Roberts Filter has visited our water plant three (3) times, Media replacement is recommended. There also appears to be some structural damage to the tanks. Rettew will work with Roberts Filter and DEP to navigate this issue. We currently use Philips Creek and Elk Creek as our water sources, Ms. Muthler would like to explore the option of using the well off of Walter Street as a third option for water.

Katie Blume announced that Jodi Muthler would be giving a tour of both the water and sewer plants on Wednesday, April 22 beginning at 5:30 PM. Time and date were confirmed with Ms. Muthle.

Park and Rec updates

Names interest:

One name has been submitted for consideration, four (4) additional names are needed before the East Penns Valley Recreation Authority can be created.

Grant resolution:

Heather House, representing the Penns Valley Penguins swim team, is gathering information to submit a Greenways Trails and Recreation Program grant thru DCED in the amount of $250,000.00 to be used for repair and rehabilitation of the pool at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Park. She is requesting the Millheim Borough sign the required resolution requesting the grant. A motion was made by Cecilia Gallup to authorize the signing of the resolution, seconded Robert Zeigler. Motion passed.

We received to estimates for an ADA port a potty for the pool. Robison Septic 275.00 plus tax per month and Brannon’s port a potty at $140.00 per month. A motion was made by Robert Zeigler to use Brannon’s to supply the port a potty, seconded by Katie Blume. Motion passed.

BAI has submitted various solar options that would be available to power Soldiers and Sailors Park electrical needs.

Secretary’s report:

Amend 02/20/2026 minutes:

A motion was made by Cecilia Gallup to amend the motion made by Robert Zeigler on 02/20/2026 to pay invoice #12977 in the amount of $2,000.00 to Buchart Horn for professional services on raw water main replacement, seconded by Cecilia Gallup, to seconded by Beth Cottrell, seconded by Robert Zeigler. Motion passed. Minutes will be corrected.

Millheim Borough has received a request from the community coordinator of Centre County government to help promote a spring job fair being held on April, 23, 2026. A motion was made by Marissa Evankovich to email the information to borough residents, seconded by Rober Zeigler. Motion passed.

Brush and leaf collection dates:

Brush collection will be the week of April, 27, 2026 and leaf collection the week of May 04, 2026

Our road crew is requesting permission to purchase a tri axle load of cold patch. A motion was made by Robert Zeigler for the purchase of a tri axle load of cold patch seconded by Cecilia Gallup. Motion passed.

A motion was made by Cecilia Gallup to adjourn, seconded by Robert Zeigler. Motion passed. Meeting adjourned at 8:42 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

March 10, 2026

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

Citizenspresent:   Jason Ticknor, Alan Auman, Mark Engle, Richard Gallup. Amber May, Tammy Myers, Joe Ebling, Stephanie Hettinger, Kathy Highbaugh and Simon Leach

Citizens input: Richard Gallup questioned the proper procedure to have an abandoned and neglected building addressed. Solicitor Miller recommended to file a formal complaint to the code office

A motion was made by Robert Zeigler to approve the February 10, 2026, council minutes with spelling corrections, seconded by Cecilia Gallup. Motion passed. A motion was made by Robert Zeigler to approve the February 20, 2026, council minutes, with spelling and duplicate corrections seconded by Marissa Evankovich. Motion passed.

A motion was made by Beth Cottrell to approve the February 2026 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 or Planning Commission.

Employee Report:

 February was full of cold weather and small snow events. When we weren’t treating the roads, we were mixing salt and antiskid for our stockpile. A larger order was put in for rock salt for next year in preparation for storms and stock. With the cold weather, there were quite a few meters that needed replaced on properties. With warmer temperatures coming we hope to access more properties to fix more meters/ MXU issues on homes to help better our water meter system. We have been finding some water meters that are dying before the replace by date, LB water is great to work with on keeping our inventory full and staying true to their warranties. We will be getting equipment ready to start sweeping streets soon and will be cleaning up residential properties as needed, due to putting snow/ stones in yards because of the amounts of snow we had this year. We will be working with our new water/ wastewater operator with any tasks we are needed for. Over the winter there have been several street signs that were damaged due to weather or accidents, we are working at getting them prepped and put back out on the street.  

New Action Items

Invoices:

A motion was made by Robert Zeigler to pay invoice Q178 in the amount of $119,750.00 to A3 USA, Inc. for 14 membranes and 2 technicians to assist in unloading, assembling and installation of the membranes, seconded by Cecilia Gallup. Motion passed.

A motion was made by Robert Zeigler to pay an invoice to Bellefonte Borough for sewer disposal of waste for the month of February, in the amount of $12,494.65. seconded by Cecilia Gallup. Motion passed.

Landowner agreement:

This is regarding our property on the corner of Center Street and Water Street. A grant of over $13,000 has been obtained that covers the costs of making it a more natural habitat. Work will be performed by the Centre County Conservation District. A motion was made by Robert Zeigler to authorize the signing of the Landowner Access Authorization, allowing CCCD access to the property, seconded by Beth Cottrell. Motion passed.

Water and sewer updates:

Boil water timeline:

When ARRO performed an evaluation twice in February, there were numerous issues identified which led to the boil advisory being placed on the 21^st. DEP did a full inspection on the 23^rd and reported 84 deficiencies, some of which are preventing the boil water from being lifted, some are equipment related, valves may need replaced. This may be causing the turbidity being outside the acceptable range of DEP. Water samples were taken from various places throughout the Borough at that our filtration system is allowing a small amount of giardia thru to the drinking water. Giardia is present in all surface water and surface water is our main source of water.  There have been no outbreaks of giardia in our community, and the CDC has not gotten involved.  The filtration media is being evaluated and chemicals being adjusted. A solid plan has been established but the boil water advisory will not be lifted until DEP grants permission.

Valves and next steps:

The manufacturer is coming to evaluate the valves and advise if a replacement is necessary or if the valves can be repaired. Timeline is unknown. The filtration media is also being evaluated to see if it can be remediated or if replacement is going to be necessary. A corrective action is being followed.

Sewer plant membranes and next steps:

First step is to have all 14 membranes replaced. A3 USA delivered them today (March 10) and has 2 technicians on site to help with assembly and installation. We have not been processing sewage; it is being hauled to various locations for processing.  With the next hauling the driver will return with a culture to be deposited in the sewer plant and the plant will be brought online. We should be able to start processing in the next 24-36 hours. This is an antiquated system, and everyone has been very helpful in securing the necessary repair parts.

There is a lot of work needed at both plants, all repairs will be prioritized, we will need to plan on some capital expenditures. USDA has emergency grants available. It is worth applying for both water and wastewater. Office located in Mill Hall.

Community feedback:

Mark Engle asked how much longer the boil water advisory will be in place

At least another week, maybe close to the end of next week.

Borough council discussed the idea of adjusting April water bill to reflect the inconvenience of the boil water advisory. Residents in attendance were asked to give their input. All agreed that the boil water advisory was inconvenient, but households are still using water for bathing, dishes, laundry etc. and did not see the need for any adjustments to the billing.

Other options of disseminating information are being researched. Have had discussion with Centre County EMS on robo calls or texts to residents.

A motion was made by Robert Zeigler to authorize up to another $500.00 to be used to purchase gallons of drinking water to be made available to our residents, seconded by Cecilia Gallup. Motion passed.

902 Recycling Grant:

The 902 round 63 grant application deadline is May 22, 2026. A motion was made by Robert Zeigler to apply for both a new chipper and a leaf collection system, seconded by Beth Cottrell. Motion carried. Robert Zeigler will have our maintenance crew gather estimates for the new equipment and submit the application.

Softball lease:

The land use agreement prepared by our solicitor for the Penns Valley Little League Softball organization was reviewed. A motion was made by Robert Zeigler to accept the agreement and authorize Katie Blume to sign, seconded by Cecilia Gallup. Motion passed.

Troop 88 campout:

Troop 88 has sent a letter requesting permission to camp at the pool property the weekend of March 20 – 22, 2026. They will be doing community work in the area and would like to do some projects around the pool as well.  A motion was made by Cecilia Gallup to grant permission for Troop 88 to hold their camp out at the pool on the designated dates, seconded by Robert Zeigler. Motion passed. A motion was made by Robert Zeigler to purchase playground mulch for the scouts to spread around the playground equipment, seconded by Cecilia Gallup. Motion passed. A motion was made by Robert Zeigler to have the borough supply a port a potty for scout use, seconded by Beth Cottrell. Motion passed. A call will be made to see if we can get a potty donated.

Old Action Items –

Infrastructure updates:

 DCED Multimodal grant bridge project:

• Buchart Horn received the Geotechnical report on 12/31/2025. It has been forwarded to their structural engineer so that the design work on the plans and specifications can be completed. Their schedule moving forward is to bid with a contract award at the April 14, 2026, meeting with a completion date in July. Buchart Horn has not received final drawing from Chilton Designs at this point.
• Nickelaus Engle will speak with John Segursky to explain the timeline set for the multimodal bridge project is unacceptable as our grant will expire June 31, 2026

WWTP Project– Equalization Tank

• Mid Atlantic Storage Systems and Kappe sent Buchart Horn final submittal today to approve.  When they arrived on site to begin construction of tank it was discovered that the foundation had not been prepared, they indicated that their contract did not include the site preparation for the tank foundation. They are preparing a price for that work. Buchart Horn is also reaching out to a couple of local contractors to see what pricing they would offer and if we will need to bid that work. They have received quotes from Mid-Atlantic and Dave Gutelius Excavating and they are both approximately $50,000.00. Buchart Horn would advise we add the change order to Mid Atlantics work versus bidding the site prep.

Annual Waste load Management Report – CH 94

• Buchart Horn has been completing the Ch 94 the last couple of years as a complement to the existing projects they have been working on. They are willing to do that again for the 2025 report. They will need the data from the plant.  A motion was made by Robert Zeilger so approve Buchert Horn working with Jodi Muther to prepare the Chapter 94 report, seconded by Marissa Evankovich. Motion passed.

Park and Rec update

Financial records have been received along with the balance of funds in the park and rec account; keys are being collected.

Authority creation:

Before the Recreation Authority can be created a name must be decided upon along with the number of member of members and names that will sit on the authority.

A motion was made by Robert Zeigler to have the legal name of the recreation authority to be East Penns Valley Recreation Authority with 5 acting members, seconded by Beth Cottrell. Motion passed.  Member will be actively recruited.                      

Grants and fundraising:

The Penguins swim team is launching a $100,000.00 campaign to support the pool repairs. There is no guarantee that the pool will open this year. There is between 200K – 250k needed to reline the pool and do necessary repairs. These repairs may allow the pool to function for another 2 – 5 years. When the recreation authority is in place they will be able to apply for grants.

Secretary’s report

Tax collection committee:

We have been asked to appoint a representative to the Centre County tax collection committee. A motion was made by Katie Blume to appoint Kathy Highbaugh as the borough representative, seconded by Cecilia Gallup. Motion passed.

Late fees:

As the USPS is now stamping mail on the date of processing which in most cases is not the date the post office received the piece of mail, how would council like to proceed as to when late fees are charged. A motion was made by Beth Cottrell to use the postmark as reference for assessing a late charge and if a payment is received postmarked prior to due date but after late fees have been assessed the late fee should be reversed, seconded by Rober Zeigler. Motion passed.

Treasurer informed council that our 2026 liquid fuels allocation has been received.

A $100.00 donation has been received from the Dave Sprowl estate to be applied to the pool renovations.

A motion was made by Cecilia Gallup to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Beth Cottrell. Motion passed. Meeting adjourned at 9:02 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

February 20, 2026

Robert Zeigler called the meeting to order at 8:30 AM with the pledge of allegiance. Council members in attendance: Beth Cottrell and Mayor Nickelaus Engle, Katie Blume and Marissa Evankovich attended via zoom. Also, in attendanceCim Besecker, Borough Treasurer, Denise Immel, Borough Secretary and Solicitor John Miller attended via zoom. Absent: Cecilia Gallup

Citizens present:  none

Citizens input none

Code Enforcement/HARB/Planning Commission reports:

No reports from HARB or Planning Commission or Code Enforcement

New Action Items

Invoices:

A motion was made by Robert Zeigler to pay invoice #BT3492582 in the amount of $3,990.00 to Baker Tilly for annual audit for year ending December 31, 2025, seconded by Beth Cottrell. Motion passed

A motion was made by Robert Zeigler to pay invoice #12977 in the amount of $2,000.00 to Buchart Horn for professional services on raw water main replacement, seconded by Cecilia Gallup. Motion passed

Robert Zeigler called for the executive session. Executive session started at 8:33 AM.

Rober Zeigler call the regular council meeting back in session at 8:40 AM

CD Information from Central Penn:

Our rates on the CD/Money market accounts at Central Penn will expire February 28, 2026. Central Penn has amended their offer of 3.90% with unlimited deposits and unlimited withdrawals, to 3.90% on existing balances any deposits going forward would be at market rate, unlimited deposits and one (1) withdrawal per month. Robert Zeigler made a motion to accept the amended offer seconded by Marissa Evankovich. Motion passed.

Water/Sewer operations and staffing:

A motion was made by Robert Zeigler to terminate Justin Kerstetter as the Borough’s water and sewer operator effective February 20, 2026, seconded by Beth Cottrell. Motion passed.

A motion was made by Beth Cottrell to accept the contract from Arro to take over the water and sewer operation for the Borough and authorize Robert Zeigler to sign the contract, seconded by Marissa Evankovich. Motion passed.

LSA Grant Decision:

Jodi Muthler has the ability to write grants for the sewer and water if needed.

A motion was made by Robert Zeigler to adjourn, seconded by Beth Cottrell. Motion passed. Meeting adjourned at 9:05 AM.

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Denise Immel, Borough Secretary

225 EAST MAIN STREET

P.O.  BOX 421

MILLHEIM, PA 16854

(CENTRE COUNTY)

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

REGULAR MEETING

February 10, 2026

 MILLHEIM BOROUGH COUNCIL

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

Citizens present:   John Segursky representing Buchart Horn and Amber May

Citizens input: none

A motion was made by Cecilia Gallup to approve the January 05, 2026, council minutes, seconded by Beth Cottrell. Motion passed.

A motion was made by Cecilia Gallup to approve the January 2026 financials as presented, seconded by Marissa Evankovich. Motion passed. 

Our rates on the CD/Money market accounts at Central Penn will expire February 28, 2026. Central Penn has offered us 3.90% with unlimited deposits and allowing one (1) withdrawal per month on the current balances for twelve (12) months. Beth Cottrell made a motion to accept the 3.90% for twelve (12) months, 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 Reports

At the beginning of every year we start collecting residents Christmas Trees, this year we collected 17 throughout the month of January. With the weather being colder and past snow events, we had to wait until the third week of January to take down the Christmas decorations. January 12 the new Kioti skid steer was delivered. We were very fortunate to have the new piece of equipment for the snow event we had the 25^th – 26^th. We had 11 inches of snow. Once the snow was cleared, we had town clean out. The first night of town clean out was on the 27^th, we did not complete town clean out until the following nigh on the 28^th. Town clean out is done to help the Millheim businesses and many residents along East and West Main St. along with the post office side on Penn St. These roads are not maintained by the borough we just complete snow removal. With this 11-inch storm we completed town clean out in 14 hours. After snow squalls and drifting stopped, we delegated time to clean up large piles of snow to help with visibly and prevent future melting issues. We do this around town in preparation for any future snow events. Some of the larger piles we took care of were at the fire hall and on Claren Ct. Last year we requested 30 ton of rock salt for our salt/ anti-skid mix. We had 21 ton delivered. With all of the weather events we have had this year our salt inventory is decreasing rapidly. This year we placed our 2026 order for an additional 30 ton. With not receiving the amount asked for we have had to order every year, where in years past we would order once every two years. We are hoping we can start building our salt inventory back up.

A staff meeting was held on February 10, 2026, beginning at 8:00 AM. At this meeting Justin Kerstetter advised President Blume of his intentions to resign his position as water/sewer operator, estimated last day of employment March 23, 2026. Mr. Kerstetter was advised he would need to submit a formal written resignation letter

A motion was made by Cecilia Gallup to advertise the position, seconded by Beth Cottrell.

New Action Items

Invoices:

A motion was made by Marissa Evankovich to pay invoice #12977 in the amount of $2,000.00 to Buchart Horn for professional services on raw water main replacement, seconded by Cecilia Gallup. Motion passed.

A motion was made by Marissa Evankovich to pay invoice #2896in the amount of $992.50 to Doty & Hench for liability insurance at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Park swimming pool, seconded by Cecilia Gallup. Motion passed.

Paper alley legal filing:

We have received legal notification that Russell and Stephanie Burkholder and Dennis and Lynnann Gates have filed a civil complaint to quiet title to an unopened ally between their properties and to the unopened portion of Gramley Avenue the border their properties on the north.

Beth Cottrell made a motion to not defend the lawsuit seconded by Cecilia Gallup. Motion passed.

Fireman’s Carnival:

Millheim Fire Company has presented a letter requesting approval to close off Poplar Street and 2^nd Street to allow for their annual carnival to be held June 18, 19 and 20, 2026 with the parade being held on the June 18, 2026.

A motion was made by Beth Cottrell to allow closing of the requested streets from June 14, 2026, until the conclusion of the carnival, seconded by Cecilia Gallup. Motion passed.

Ball Field usage:

A request has been received from the Penns Valley Little League Softball to use the boroughs ballfields. They have spoken with the Little League and have received an agreement to share the fields. A motion was made by Beth Cottrell to approve the request with Millheim Borough being listed as an additional insured on insurance, seconded by Cecilia Gallup. Motion passed. John Miller to draw up a lease.

PVCA/Centre Co Conservation project:

PVCA has expressed interest in the Water Street lot, funding available to rehab into an educational space.

Fountain Park guidelines:

A motion was made by Beth Cottrell to authorize expenditures up to $500.00 without prior approval, seconded by Marissa Evankovich. Motion passed. Breezy Acres is our go to for flowers and baskets.

Old Action Items

Infrastructure updates:

DCED multimodal grant bridge project:

Buchart Horn received the Geotechnical report on 12/31/2025. It has been forwarded to the structural engineer so that he can complete his design work on the plans and specifications. Their schedule moving forward is to bid with a contract award at the April 14, 2026, meeting with a completion date in July.

Katie Blume asked for the bid date to be moved to March with a complete date of June as our grant will expire on June 30, 2026.

WWTP PROJECT – EQUILIZATION TANK.

Mid Atlantic Storage Systems and Kappe sent Buchart Horn a final submittal today to approve. They are looking at mobilizing next week to begin the foundation work. When they arrived on site, they indicated that their contract did not include the site preparation for the tank foundation. They are preparing a price for that work.  Buchart Horn is reaching out to a couple of local contractors to see what pricing they would offer and if we will need to bid that work.

DEP Dam Inspection:

DEP completed the annual inspection of the dam on Philips Run. There were items that they felt were critical to address. Buchart Horn has reached out to the inspector to talk through the items he noted. The items are listed below:

1. Remove the debris that has accumulated along the weir (ongoing maintenance)

2. Repair the draw down system of the dam. The existing drawdown system is not operational but there is a system that can complete that function. If he is not satisfied with the operation, we can easily install a valve at the dam since the raw water line was replaced

3. Concrete repair of the spillway and abutments. This item is the one that we must be most concerned with. Once we understand that scope of repair he is suggesting we can understand the issue more clearly. Per Buchart Horn’s discussion with the inspector, he was not aware of any formal response that is required to DEP. They did discuss the deficiencies noted and he thought that most items are sufficiently addressed.

Pool Update:

The Memorandum of Understanding has been signed. The Swim team is fund raising in hopes of bring in $100,000.00. It appears that the best option at this time is to repair the pool and gain an additional 3-5 years of use.

Authority creation:

John Miller to start drafting authority agreement. Will need a name and initial member for the agreement to be completed.

Secretary’s report:

Printer request:

A motion was made by Beth Cottrell to replace the treasurer’s printer not to exceed $500.00, seconded by Cecilia Gallup. Motion passed.

Old copier disposal:

Progress Grange has expressed interest in the old Sharp copier. A motion was made by Cecilia Gallup to donate the old Sharp copier to Progress Grange, seconded by Beth Cottrell. Motion passed. Progress Grange will arrange pickup.

A motion was made by Cecilia Gallup to adjourn, seconded Marissa Evankovih. Motion passed. Meeting adjourned at 8:35PM.

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Denise Immelm Borough Secretary