Craig LaBarre

The council addressed several operational and financial matters, including the closure of the ESSA Highway Fund, the appointment of a member to the Water Committee, and the adoption of a resolution for generator removal. The council authorized a donation to the DWG Car Club, approved grant applications for bench purchases and Lake Lenape dredging, and sanctioned the acquisition of tree watering bags, signage, and flagpole equipment. Furthermore, they approved an extended warranty for traffic calming signs, authorized the advertisement of fire hydrant flushing, and discussed ongoing infrastructure projects, committee updates, and community events.

The council meeting agenda includes reports from the treasurer, mayor, police department, superintendent, borough engineer, fire department, zoning officer, and solicitor. New business items involve the adoption of a Data Center Ordinance and the Monroe County Hazard Mitigation Plan, as well as authorizing grant applications for the Lake Lenape Restoration and Recreation Project. Old business topics cover the Cherry Valley Waterline Project, a Storm Water Management Ordinance, firehouse renovations, parking ticket increases, and building modernization projects.

The council discussed the upcoming decommissioning of a local chemical plant, received reports on firehouse renovations, and noted the award of an ARLE grant for pedestrian and traffic safety signage. New business included the adoption of a cross-connection control and backflow prevention ordinance, authorization to advertise a data center ordinance, and approval to apply for a T-Mobile hometown grant. The council approved the water tower exterior coating project using COSTAR pricing and authorized maintenance for wellhouse #4. Additionally, updates were provided on the Shade Tree Committee's tree planting initiatives and various infrastructure projects, including planned road repairs and municipal equipment purchases.

The meeting included the swearing in of volunteer firefighters as Fire Police. Key agenda items involved the approval of the Treasurer's Report and payment of bills. Discussions covered a snow emergency declaration and resident requirements regarding snow removal onto roads. Reports were given from the Police, Superintendent, Fire Department (noting 11 calls and ongoing fire hall renovations), and Engineer. The Engineer reported the denial of an LSA Statewide Grant for the Water Tank Coating Project and reapplication for a T-Mobile Hometown Grant, also noting consultation on FEMA grants and stormwater management. The Solicitor reported on the new county Hazard Mitigation Plan, which requires municipal approval within 12 months. New business included authorizing the preparation and advertisement of a Cross-Connection / Back-flow Prevention Ordinance, and authorizing the provision of a draft Data Center ordinance to the Planning Commissions. The Council also approved a 3% hourly rate increase for the Borough Manager, effective January 1, 2026. Old business included updates on Firehouse Renovations and the Borough Generator situation.

The meeting agenda included several reports from various officers and departments, such as the Treasurer's Report, Mayor's Report, Police Report, and Engineer's Report. New business items slated for discussion and potential motions included adopting an Ordinance for a Cross-Connection Control and Backflow Prevention Program, authorizing the advertisement of the Data Center Ordinance, applying for the T-Mobile Hometown Grant, discussing the Water Tank Exterior Coating Project, addressing recommended maintenance for wellhouse #4, adopting a resolution for old generator removal, scheduling committee meetings, and authorizing the purchase of a new commercial mower. Old business items included updates on the Cherry Valley Waterline Project, Storm Water Management Ordinance, Firehouse Renovations, Parking Ticket Increase, Dutot matters, the Generator LSA Grant project, Building Modernization Project, and the National Park Service Permit Application for a leak repair at Lake Lenape. The session concluded with an Executive Session to discuss local business.