David H. Rhome

The commission reviewed two new business applications. One application for a minor subdivision was tabled pending revised drawings and the legal process for vacating a paper alley. The second application for conditional use approval for a beer production, storage, and packaging facility was recommended for approval, contingent upon the applicant addressing specific engineering comments and proceeding to a public hearing before the borough council.

The board reviewed an application for a variance regarding setbacks for a duplex property. Following a review of the zoning regulations for the R3 residential district, it was determined that the proposed development was already compliant with established setback and parking requirements, rendering a formal vote for a variance unnecessary.

The council addressed various administrative and operational items, including the ratification of appointments for a Parking Enforcement Officer and a Code Enforcement and Zoning Officer. Approval was granted for a minor subdivision application and a conditional use request for a brewing production facility. The council authorized parking for a community event, rejected all bids for the Borough Building Roof Replacement project with authorization to rebid, and approved payments for sewer revision and crosswalk replacement projects. Additionally, the council appointed a permanent Borough Manager and discussed unfinished business concerning sewage line ownership, field lighting, and the amendment of the property maintenance code.

The meeting focused on the application by Dr. Carly Dorazio for a zoning variance to operate a small, companion-animal veterinary clinic at 130 Cecil St. The Board reviewed the application, confirming the property's current use, the lack of external modifications, and the applicant's intent to abide by stated conditions. The motion to approve the variance was carried.

The council addressed various voting items, including the approval of bills and the authorization of multiple community events. Key project approvals included the Borough Building Roof Replacement, the Woodcrest Drive Paving Project, and Payment Certificate for the Big Pool Backwash Sewer Revision. The council also authorized the advertisement of bids for Pike Street crosswalks and approved change orders for the Pike Street Multimodal project. Grant applications were authorized for the Canonsburg Town Park Pool Rehabilitation and the Canon-McMillan Youth Baseball Association parking project. Furthermore, the council moved to advertise an ordinance regarding the 2021 International Property Maintenance Code. Unfinished business included discussions on sewage line ownership, softball field lighting, and a conditional use application for a brewing production facility.