Agenda

Ebensburg Borough Council Meeting Agenda

Date: Monday, March 24, 2025 Time: 6:30 p. m.

Council Members & Leadership

• President: Doug Tusing
• Vice-President: Cecilia Houser
• Members: Jeffrey Ball, Theresa Jacoby, Robert Miller, Mike Murphy
• Mayor: Randy Datsko

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Key Agenda Items & Updates

Consent Agenda (Routine Approvals) The following items are considered routine and will be approved by a single motion unless a council member requests separate discussion:

• Approval of Inframark reports for Wastewater and Water Treatment Plant Operations.
• Approval of minutes from the January 27, February 24, and March 4, 2025 meetings.
• Approval of financial statements for January and February.
• Approval of bill payments for February and March.

Appointments & Legislation

• Bedbug Legislation: Judith Oravec will present on proposed legislation regarding bedbugs.
• Council Vacancy: Candidates wishing to fill the current Borough Council vacancy will speak (limited to 3 minutes each).

Water, Wastewater & Stormwater Committee

• Waterline Replacement: The project is on schedule. Guyer Brothers has installed 98% of the main line and 95% of service installations. Weather delays have paused work on Ann Street and Cindy Street.
• Budget Update: Approximately $600,000 in unallocated funds remains. The Authority plans to use these funds to replace the 12" waterline on Lovell Avenue.
• Water Loss Proposal: Inframark has proposed a plan to locate leaks and manage repairs for an annual cost of $47,155.

Recreation Committee

• Kimball Field Restoration: The Ebensburg Softball League proposes restoring the field for an estimated cost of $9,600. They have requested a credit toward future rent payments over the next 4 to 5 years instead of an upfront payment.

Streets Committee

• North Spruce Street: Council will grant final approval for Ordinance #673, designating North Spruce Street as a one-way street heading southbound from West Crawford to High Street.
• Parking Enforcement: Following a January vote to move away from metered parking, staff is developing a plan for free two-hour parking. This includes reviewing courthouse lot usage with Cambria County Commissioners.

General Business

• Stray/Feral Cats (Ordinance #674): A new ordinance is proposed to prohibit feeding stray or feral cats if it creates a nuisance or health hazard. Residents who feed cats would be responsible for vaccinations and ensuring the animals are spayed/neutered.
• School Resource Officer (SRO): Holy Name School has approved the SRO agreement. The Borough is hiring a part-time police officer for this role, with an anticipated start date in late April.
• Codification of Ordinances: Staff recommends approving a proposal from General Code to fully codify the Borough’s ordinances (last done in 2009). The cost is $18,500 for the initial work, with approximately $1,500 annually for future maintenance.
• Skills Machines: Council will discuss permitting and zoning for skill game machines, which may also impact zoning for vape shops, CDB shops, and potential marijuana dispensaries.
• Bills: A list of bills totaling $296,062. 61 for February 2025 and $605,370. 55 for March 2025 is submitted for approval.

Department Reports

Written reports were submitted by the following department heads:

• Police: Chief Loughran
• Public Works: Director Josh Surkovich
• Community Development: Director Danea Koss
• Recreation: Director Rebecca Williamson

Public Information

• Public Comments: The public is invited to comment on any agenda item during the designated time.
• Media: Representatives are invited to ask questions on any issue.
• Accessibility: In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, special assistance can be arranged by contacting the Borough office at (814) 472-8780 or eburg@ebensburgpa. com at least 48 hours before the meeting.
• Document Access: Copies of staff reports and documents are available for public inspection at the Borough office (300 West High Street) or online at www. ebensburgpa. com.