Borough of Windber

The council meeting covered several agenda items, including the engineer's report and various motions related to the sewer project, such as amending an agreement for archaeological studies and responding to a DEP deficiency letter. Additionally, the council discussed advertising for new sanitary sewer rules and regulations, applying for a flood mitigation grant for a vegetated channel project, and initiating an advertisement for a part-time borough manager. The meeting also included an executive session to address personnel and legal matters.

The council discussed the process for filling a vacant council seat, eventually appointing a new member. Key actions included the approval of a noise ordinance, the introduction of a 2-hour parking limit on 15th Street, and structural changes to police officer positions. Additionally, the council approved requests for community events, including the Miner's Memorial Day Festival, a church block party, and an annual Easter Egg hunt. Updates were provided on debris basin restoration efforts, public works projects, and general code enforcement issues throughout the borough.

The Council discussed the PennVest Sewer Project and efforts to reach an intermunicipal agreement with Paint Township. Reports were provided regarding flood protection, bridge construction, and a police station renovation grant. The Council addressed various operational items, including utility billing, the appointment of a ballroom committee, and the approval of two new ordinances regarding traffic and parking. Significant actions included the authorization to purchase new police tasers and the pursuit of a USDA grant for a new police cruiser. Additionally, the Council approved traffic studies for road intersections to support local business growth and authorized donations to the library and local museum.

The meeting included an executive session regarding personnel and legal matters, and the review of various administrative reports including the Engineer's, Treasurer's, Mayor's, Manager's, and Solicitor's reports. New business items addressed the approval of two part-time police officer positions, the acceptance of a resignation for the part-time Borough Manager position, and the review or update of the ordinance for the Borough Manager role.

The meeting began with an executive session for a personnel matter, followed by the immediate acceptance of a council member's resignation due to a change in residency. Key discussions involved approving a request from Miller Martial Arts to hold their annual block party on June 27, 2026, which required road closures. A significant portion of the meeting addressed resident concerns regarding ATV Ordinance signage placement on Park Avenue, resulting in a motion to place 'No ATV' signs at the intersection of Park Avenue and 9th Street, and to address the 4th Street end. Council also discussed the PENNVEST Sewer Project, specifically the urgency of addressing stormwater issues at 27th Street which is showing signs of collapse, and the potential impact of including 13th and 27th Street repairs on the project timeline and funding. Other topics included the need for patience as ATV ordinance signs are installed, approving bills and payroll for January 2026, implementing two-hour parking signs on 15th Street, approving advertising for a new Noise Ordinance and an alley one-way ordinance, and accepting the resignation of a part-time officer.