Chastity Polonikas

The meeting focused on several key agenda items. The Council adopted the 2026 Eastern York Emergency Operations Plan (EOP), which includes transitioning to an Incident Support Model and initiating a Multi-Agency Coordination Center (MACC). Residents raised concerns regarding dog waste, property trespassing, speeding on Friendship Avenue, and non-functioning solar lights on Robin Ann Court; the Council agreed to contact the appropriate police department and Met-Ed regarding these issues. It was announced that residents will be notified about the ordinance regarding snow and ice removal responsibility. In solicitor matters, the Council authorized research into Commonwealth case law concerning street cut permits and utility pole fees, and discussed potentially terminating the zoning contract with Barry Isett to explore shared services with Hellam Township. The Engineer's report noted that design work for a new light pole foundation on East Beaver Street is nearing completion. Finally, the February 26, 2026 meeting was cancelled.

The meeting, which followed an executive session regarding personnel matters, focused on several new business items. Key discussions included the appointment for IT services within the Borough office, where Derek Dietz was appointed after a prior motion was tabled. Council approved the purchase of a new laptop for the Borough Treasurer. Authorization was granted for the Borough to cover the expenses for jiffy johns and trash collection for the Eastern York Recreation Authority 2026 Carnival. Discussions also addressed potentially hosting a "Music in the Park" event, status updates on procuring trees and a plaque for Emig Park, and encouraging members to utilize PSAB training resources. Furthermore, approval was given to allow a church group to use Emig Park's Maple Pavilion for an early morning Easter breakfast event. The council also discussed the USA 250th Anniversary celebration, including the placement of a banner.

The organizational meeting included the administration of the Oath of Office to newly and re-elected Council Members and the Tax Collector. Key actions involved the election of officers, resulting in Susan Horner being declared President of Council and Derek Dietz as Vice President of Council, with Cindy Knox appointed President Pro-Tem. Appointments were made for several key roles including Borough Secretary, Treasurer, Solicitor, Engineer, and various Board members. The Council appointed Meredith Schreffler and Charlotte Smith as Borough Auditors due to no elections occurring in November 2025. Ordinance 2026-01, establishing and adopting the "Official Map" of the Borough, was approved. The Council also passed resolutions appointing members to the Eastern York Multi-Municipal Fire Services Commission and reappointing a member to the Eastern York County Sewer Authority. Fire company fundraisers for 2026 were approved. A motion to cancel the January 22, 2026 meeting was not seconded, and the President indicated a desire to meet on that date for general topics with an Executive Session.