Karl Cavanaugh

The meeting included the review of motions and resolutions. Key agenda items included the approval of a Memorandum of Understanding with WPEC, the appointment of the Borough Manager to execute agreements for the Klopfer Street Bridge Replacement project, and the establishment of a restricted emergency reserve fund with defined purposes, funding levels, and administrative protocols.

The workshop meeting featured a presentation from EvolveEA regarding the Borough of Millvale Active Transportation Plan. Reports from the engineer, code, development, and zoning departments were discussed, alongside updates from public works, the police department, and various borough committees. New business included the review of the Klopfer Street Bridge resolution, the transfer of funds from a BNY account to a restricted PLGIT account, and a memorandum of understanding with the current energy supplier for a contract renewal through 2030.

The Council reviewed workshop business including a public briefing on the Millvale Borough Bridges Replacement Project. Motions were approved for a special permit for the Pride Millvale event and a one-year mutual extension of the Residential Solid Waste Collection and Disposal agreement with Waste Management of Pennsylvania. Additionally, the Council appointed a new Borough Manager and Secretary, and passed resolutions designating the Borough as a Bee City USA affiliate, adopting the Allegheny County 2026 Hazard Mitigation Plan, and appointing an Open Records Officer. Financial transactions for April 2026 were also reviewed and approved.

The workshop meeting included reviews of engineering, code, and zoning reports, as well as updates from public works, the police department, and various municipal committees. Discussion topics included a special event permit for Pride Millvale, adoption of the 2026 Hazard Mitigation Plan, and a resolution designating the borough as a Bee City USA affiliate. Additionally, the Council discussed an extension option for the municipal waste contract with Waste Management, noting a potential for firm rates through the following year.

The council held a special hearing regarding a conditional use application for 535 North Avenue. Other key actions included approving a letter of support for the Allegheny County Main Street implementation and placemaking grants program, authorizing the search for a new Borough Manager, and amending the voting agenda. The council also approved resolutions related to the Allegheny County Community Development Block Grant and the home investment partnership programs, as well as an update to the municipal fee schedule. Additionally, the council reviewed monthly finance reports, received department updates including fire department statistics and infrastructure maintenance, and discussed ongoing grants and future training workshops.