Borough of Whitehall

The budget meeting included discussions on the increase from Whiteall due to call volume, changes in the billing company to improve collections, and revenue from the subscription drive. Grant applications for ambulances and nitrous oxide units were discussed, along with the purchase of smaller, more cost-effective ambulances. The meeting also covered the end-of-life status of cardiac monitors, power stretchers, and stair chairs, as well as the financing and lead times for new equipment. The impact of potential changes in Medicare and Medicaid on call volume and revenue was a significant concern. The discussion also covered the EMS study, the cost of readiness, and the service agreement with Mount Lebanon. There were also discussions on the collection of billing, the transition pain points and the perceived advantages of switching billing transaction providers.

The budget meeting included discussions on liquid fuels, sanitary sewer, and various projects. For liquid fuels, the 2025 road program came in slightly over budget. Sanitary sewer discussions covered rates, fund balances, and reimbursements for grow grants. Updates were provided on the High Grove Road project, back water valves, manhole inspections, and smoke testing. The meeting also addressed delinquent sewage, compliance evidence, and the transfer of fund balances. Additionally, there was a review of Alkasan rates and service charges, as well as a discussion on prior year projects and closeouts.

The meeting included a discussion regarding citizen requests related to parking issues on Maxwell Drive, specifically addressing concerns about overnight parking and double parking. The council addressed bills and payroll, administrative services, planning and billing, public safety, public works, recreation, library, storm sewer fund, sanitary sewer fund, and capital projects fund. The animal control report for October was reviewed, noting system usage and deer removals.

The meeting included discussions on various financial matters, such as approving and ratifying payments for the General Fund, Storm Sewer Fund, Sanitary Sewer Fund, and Capital Projects Fund. The council considered motions for pay applications related to CCTV inspections and Streets Run Phase 2 improvements. They also discussed advertising the 2026 meeting dates and amending the fee resolution for the swimming pool. The engineer provided updates on projects including Phase II Storm Water, Operations & Maintenance Plan, Saw Mill Run Watershed, Cloud GIS, Planning & Zoning, Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance, Echo Glen Storm Sewer Improvements, M-42 GROW Grant Application, Stormwater Utility Updates, Highgrove Road Sewer Separation Project, Consent Order, West Club Drive, 2025 Pavement Management Program, Leona Drive Sanitary Sewer Repair, Weyman Road Storm Sewer Repair, Tennis Court Lighting, Provost Road Property Schematic Design, Grove Pointe Development, and Harter Circle / Streets Run / RR Swale.

The budget meeting included discussions on various funds such as the Liquid Fuels Fund, Sanitary Sewer Fund, Storm Sewer Fund, Capital Projects Fund, 2022 Construction Fund, and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund. Adjustments and transfers between funds were reviewed. The meeting also covered debt service and transfers, including those to capital projects and the fire equipment fund.