July 2017 Newsletter

Public Safety & Community Watch

Ebensburg Police Chief Terry Wyland is encouraging residents to act as the "eyes and ears" of the community. Residents are urged to call 9-1-1 if they see suspicious activity, such as a van driving erratically or unfamiliar people entering buildings. The police emphasize that they work for the residents and value community trust.

Borough Projects & Infrastructure

• Sewer System: The design for the new sewage collection system is complete and submitted to the DEP. Construction is not expected to begin before 2018. Once construction starts, new taps will be provided for current customers at no cost. However, all customers must have their private sewer laterals pressure-tested to ensure they are watertight.
• Water Reservoir: The small water reservoir is drained for a new drain valve installation scheduled for August. This in-house project will save ratepayers $50,000.
• Stormwater: Improvements along Beech Street near the fairgrounds are wrapping up to divert stormwater flows during heavy rains.
• Playgrounds: New black ornamental fencing is being installed around the east ward and center ward playgrounds. The center ward playground is also receiving new safety surface material.
• YPCC Gym: The gym floor will be sanded, repainted, and refinished later in the summer, requiring a one-week closure.

New Businesses

The borough welcomes several new businesses:

• Axiom Family Counseling: 100 West High Street (814-846-5971)
• Guitars n' Stuff: 620 W. High Street (814-472-4900)
• Complete Vapors: 101 W. High Street (814-846-5957)
• Sourceree: 107 S. Center Street (703-957-8684)
• The UPS Store: 169 Mini Mall Road (814-419-8337)
• Elite Salon & MedSpa: 437 S. Center Street (814-419-8179)
• West Central Equipment: 4952 Admiral Peary Hwy, Ste. 2 (814-846-5976)

New Recreation Director

Dirk Johnson has joined the borough staff as the new Recreation Director. He has lived in Ebensburg for 16 years and brings experience from local AYSO, Sparklers Cheerleading Boosters, and the Red Devil Hockey Association.

Homecoming Schedule (Saturday, July 29th)

• 8:00 am - 5:00 pm: Community Yard Sale (Throughout Ebensburg)
• 9:00 am - 12:00 pm: Farmer’s Market (Penn Eben Park)
• 9:00 am: Homecoming 5K (Ghost Town Trail - YPCC)
• 9:00 am: Book & Bake Sale/Flea Market (Ebensburg Public Library)
• 9:00 am - 11:00 am: Kid’s Fishing Derby (Lake Rowena)
• 9:00 am - 5:00 pm: Free Tennis (Ebensburg Tennis Center)
• 10:00 am - 12:00 pm: Curve Baseball Clinic (Lake Rowena Field)
• 10:00 am: Homecoming Duathlon (Ghost Town Trail - YPCC)
• 11:00 am: Yoga in the Park (Veteran’s Park)
• 11:00 am - 3:00 pm: Community Days-Music, Food, Cruise-in (Freedom Ford)
• 1:00 pm: Tennis Exhibition Match (Ebensburg Tennis Center)
• 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm: Children’s Games (Lake Rowena)
• 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm: Basket Raffle & 50/50 (Lake Rowena)
• 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm: Live Music: Night Train (Lake Rowena)
• Dusk: Fireworks (Lake Rowena)

Community Events Calendar

• July 28th: Downtown Shutdown (7pm - 11pm)
• July 29th: Ebensburg Homecoming (All Day)
• August 4, 11, 18, 25: Concerts in the Park (6pm - 9pm)
• August 19th: Ebensburg Beer & Wine 5k; Tennis Center 10th Anniversary Celebration
• September 3-9: Cambria County Fair (Week of Labor Day)
• September 30th: 26th Annual PotatoFest (9am - 5pm)
• October 8th: Fall Foliage Ride (2 pm)
• November 23rd: Ebensburg Turkey Trot
• December 1-3: Dickens of a Christmas

Recurring Events & Programs

• Farmer’s Market: Every Saturday, 9am - 12pm, July 8th – September 23rd at Penn Eben Park.
• Tennis Center: Offers individual/group lessons, junior programs, adult clinics, and "flex leagues. " Court rentals available for members and non-members.
• Tennis Center 10th Anniversary: Celebrated on August 19, 2017, with free round robins, a barbeque lunch, and an exhibition match.

Rules & Regulations

• Dumpster Etiquette: Lids must be kept closed to prevent litter and rain accumulation. Dumpsters must be emptied at least once a week. Property owners are responsible for keeping the area clean and free of graffiti.
• Sewer Pressure Testing: Required prior to property transfer. Procedures are available on the borough website.
• Tax Collector: School real estate tax bills were mailed July 1st. Per capita bills are for residents 18+. Bills paid at a discount must be postmarked by August 31, 2017.

Facilities & Fees

Ebensburg Swimming Pool:

• Daily Rates: Adult $6. 00; Child/Senior/Twilight $4. 00.
• Pool Passes (Resident/Non-Res): Individual $120/$150; Group of 2 $160/$185.
• Private Rental: Mon-Thu 8pm-10pm; Fri-Sun 6pm-8pm. Fee is $150 for 50 swimmers or less, $200 for more.

Young Peoples Community Center (YPCC):

• Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-9pm; Sat 10am-9pm; Sun 12pm-9pm.
• Membership Fees: Single/Adult $27/month; Seniors/Military/Student $20/month.
• Specials: Purchase 3 months, get the 4th free; purchase 9 months, get 3 free.

Ebensburg Tennis Center:

• Annual Rates: Single $150; Family $195; Junior $60.
• Summer Specials: Single $50; Family $95; Junior $30.
• Out of Town Rates: Single $65; Family $115.

Community Initiatives

• Retire Your Old Glory: A bin is available in the borough lobby to collect worn or faded American flags for proper disposal. Managed by Boy Scout Troop 98.
• Shovelers and Grass Cutters List: The borough office maintains a list of residents interested in shoveling or mowing. Call the office to be added.
• Ebensburg Chair & Summer Bucket List: A blue "Mayors' Chair" is located at Lake Rowena. The Main Street Partnership also created a Summer Bucket List Challenge with 24 activities; completing 20 earns a prize.