Jeffrey T. Fike

The City Council conducted discussions regarding various municipal business items, including the review of property tax exemptions and police officer resignations. Departmental reports for the first quarter of 2026 were presented for code compliance, police, fire, public works, the community center, and the golf course. The Council addressed resolutions related to PennDOT traffic signal maintenance and electronic system access. Additionally, they reviewed new business requests including a comprehensive plan, bill lists, organizational memberships, and various event requests for upcoming community festivals. Planning for future street paving, tar and chip projects, and infrastructure improvements like LED street lighting were also discussed.

The council addressed various municipal matters, including the proclamation of life-saving actions and the recognition of Pennsylvania 811 Safe Digging Month. Key actions included the approval of mutual-aid policies for snow and winter maintenance, reallocations for Community Development Block Grant programs, and the adoption of ordinances regarding salary amendments, the repeal of the Recreational Board, and the repeal of the Shade Tree Commission. Additionally, the council reviewed street light projects, authorized the hiring of a Map/GIS Coordinator, approved the purchase of snow plow equipment, and engaged in discussions regarding unpaid sewer bills and mural wall masonry restoration.

This Community Strategic Plan for the City of Corry is a roadmap for fostering collaboration and principled decision-making to make Corry a desirable place to live, work, and raise a family. It focuses on five critical areas: revitalizing housing and neighborhoods, strengthening the city's balance sheet, ramping up connectivity, improving and linking green spaces, and activating the city center. The plan's overarching goals include making Corry marketable, improving residential quality of life, and ensuring fiscal sustainability for the city government.

The meeting agenda for the City Council included several items for action, public hearing, and general business. Key actions involved approving multiple resolutions: Resolution 26-11 for amending the fee schedule, Resolution 26-12 establishing collaboration with Impact Corry for trail development, Resolution 26-13 to approve a DCNR grant application, Resolution 26-14 for a Keystone Historic Preservation Planning grant application, Resolution 26-15 affirming support for the Corry-Lawrence Airport Authority, Resolution 26-16 for an ECGRA grant application for mural wall repair, and Resolution 26-17 for an ECGRA grant application for snow plow equipment. Ordinances for public hearing included amendments to the 2026 Salary Ordinance and repealing ordinances for the Recreational Board and Shade Tree organization. New business covered acknowledgement of the Accessible Communication Group and exploring Autism Certified City Designation. Reports included the 2025 Code Year End Report. Further discussions involved operational updates from various departments, including Public Safety and Public Works.

The meeting included a public comment segment where potential 2026 events, specifically an aviation day camp in collaboration with the YMCA, were discussed, with a preference for the May 8th date. The board reviewed the financial report, focusing heavily on hangar rent delinquency, leading to a motion to draft a new lease standardizing rent at $250/month for unregistered/non-flying aircraft, effective March 1, 2026, and a consensus on a modest rate increase for 2026. Financial actions also included approving $1,700 for a 5-year fuel tank inspection and authorizing documentation to resolve a disputed $1,540 charge for a wiring issue, holding Purvis Brothers and Total Tanks responsible. The board passed a motion to transfer approximately $27,000 in 2025 fuel profits, moving $25,000 to a Certificate of Deposit (CD) and $2,000 to a money market account, retaining about $16,000 for fuel purchases. A motion was carried to transfer $2,300.38 from events checking to general operating funds to cover immediate expenses. The Airport Manager reported on ongoing snow removal, procurement of new, more durable runway light LEDs with surge protection, and planned May fuel filter maintenance. Discussions also covered prioritizing pavement crack sealing for spring 2026. Finally, the board voted to settle a legal bill from Martinucci Law for $3,000, contingent upon payment when funds become available, pending review of fund transfer possibilities from operating or fuel profits.