James A. Miller

The council meeting addressed several operational and financial matters. Key actions included the approval of various special event permit applications for youth summer camps, a 5K race, and a Fourth of July parade. Financial decisions involved the approval of bills, bad debt write-offs, and transfers of funds. The council authorized the purchase of a new F-350 pickup truck and an F-650 dump truck, as well as the sale of surplus equipment. Additionally, the council approved a grant application for pool renovations, enacted 3.0% merit increases for staff, the Chief of Police, and the Borough Manager, and approved a wage and position plan. An executive session was held to discuss personnel matters.

The council approved the transfer of funds between municipal accounts and authorized the payment of bills. Key actions included the adoption of the Southwest Butler Multi-Municipal Safety Action Plan and the ratification of a guaranty agreement extension regarding the Harmony Fire District's loan. Additionally, the council approved a special event permit for the CVE Fun Run and authorized the placement of a promotional banner sign for the Zelienople Rotary Club's Shamrock Shuffle. Reports were provided regarding various committee activities, and the council concluded with an executive session to discuss a contractual matter.

The Council reviewed and approved several administrative and financial items, including fund transfers between the Electric, Water, and General Funds. The Council authorized the advertisement of an ordinance regarding sewer lateral ownership and approved a land development plan for a proposed daycare facility. Additionally, the Council authorized the payment of outstanding bills and approved an estimate for the amphitheater site improvements project. The Mayor introduced a concept for a certificate of appreciation for kindness, and an executive session was held to discuss a personnel matter.

The council approved the bills to be paid report and granted two special event permits for the Be the Match for Jax Fundraiser and the Roaminq Bean. Resolution #552-26, concerning the disposal of public records, was adopted. The council also authorized the Civil Service Commission to provide a certified eligibility list for future promotions within the police department and approved snow removal operations on Main Street and surrounding streets. Various departmental and committee reports were received.

The key discussions and actions during the council meeting included the appointment of a new member to the Borough Council, filling a vacancy through December 31, 2027. The consent agenda approved several inter-fund transfers contingent on need. New business addressed the appointment of a Council Chair Pro-Tem, the approval of bills totaling $727,458.13, and the approval of a website redesign agreement with Revize Software Systems at a cost of $7,370. The Council also approved Resolution #548-25 concerning the distribution of State Aid for municipal pension funds, allocating $147,218.43, and Resolution #549-25 authorizing signature authority for a Keystone Grant application for the Zelienople Library addition project. Furthermore, adjustments to pool membership fees were approved, the 4 Corners Memorial Park Project (Contract 25-1) was awarded to Hiles Excavating LLC for $355,775.00, and Piatt Companies Release No. 2 for Glade Run Village Phase 3B was approved.