Borough of Manor

The council discussed various operational and administrative matters, including the acceptance of funding for police body cameras, the approval of a resolution regarding the destruction of public records, and the official hiring of a new Police Chief. Additionally, the council addressed personnel changes, including a resignation from the Zoning Hearing Board, and handled financial items such as the approval of the Act 172 eligibility list and the reduction of a performance bond for PT Commercial Court. Other topics included the recognition of the Public Works Department for their efforts, discussions on proposed parking regulations, and follow-up on citizen requests regarding traffic control and municipal staffing.

The meeting commenced with the call to order and pledge of allegiance. Financial reports, including the treasurer's report and the tax collector's report, were approved. Committee reports highlighted that heating units at the police station require replacement due to being outdated, prompting research into HVAC quotes. The Planning Commission held a reorganization meeting where new leadership was established. Old Business involved discussions for the upcoming Summer Celebration, scheduled for August 6 through 9, 2026, including planning for a car show. New Business included the unanimous approval of a Memorandum of Understanding with Teamsters Local 205, incorporating a pay percentage increase for the Officer in Charge. Action on Police Civil Service Testing was tabled to update the expired hiring list. The Council approved an estimate of $21,000.00 for the 2026 street paving project, specifically for Harding Street, Brush Street, Elm Street, Shady Street, and Westmoreland Street. Additionally, a motion was passed to issue the bid packet for the Oak Street and McKelvey Street sanitary sewer project. Following a brief executive session concerning personnel and litigation matters, the Council approved outstanding bills.

The reorganization meeting focused on establishing leadership and making necessary re-appointments for the new term. Key actions included administering the Oath of Office to re-elected and elected Council members and the Tax Collector. Unanimous votes confirmed the selection of the President of Council, Council Vice President, and Council President Pro-Tempore. Several official appointments were unanimously re-approved, including the Secretary-Treasurer, Solicitor, Engineer, Zoning Officer, Emergency Management Coordinator, and delegates to various county associations. During new business, the Council approved a summer celebration scheduled for August 6-9, 2026. An executive session was held for personal discussions.

The meeting included public comments addressing satisfaction with binding agent application on Oak Street and inquiries regarding emergency paving and contractor litigation. The Engineer reported paving completion on McKelvey and Oak Streets. Key actions involved adopting a preliminary budget for 2026, with adjustments made to cable franchise fees, and authorizing the signing of an agreement with West Penn Power regarding Veteran Banners. The Council also approved a payment request for park restroom construction, declared three office desks as surplus property, reapproved a subdivision plan for Lots 11 & 12 in Sandywood Place, and ratified the emergency paving on McKelvey and Oak Streets, including payment to the contractor. An executive session was held to discuss litigation matters.

The meeting included discussions and actions on several key areas. The council discussed amending the Borough Code concerning Chicken-Keeping, establishing an Occupancy Permit program, and approving Resolution 2025-09 for an LSA Category Statewide Grant for the Manor VFD. They accepted the resignation of the Police Chief and initiated the process to fill the vacancy. The draft 2026 budget was reviewed, and the council discussed hiring a part-time Police Officer, approving a payment request from Dun Rite Construction, and renewing UPMC Health Insurance. Additionally, there was a discussion on the Draft Digital Sign Policy and paving of Observatory St.