Kelly Cook

The Borough of Ebensburg authorized the filing of an application for funds with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation for the Safe Routes To School Grant Program, seeking $175,000. The Borough will cover its share of the project costs and reimburse the Commonwealth for any ineligible expenditures.

This comprehensive plan for the Central Cambria Coalition, comprising Jackson Township, Cambria Township, and Ebensburg Borough, provides a roadmap for future development and quality of life improvements. It is built upon background studies, planning development goals, and specific elements addressing natural and historic resources, land use, housing, economic development, transportation, community facilities, and public utilities. The plan's objective is to foster inter-municipal coordination and collaboration, identify challenges and opportunities, and implement strategies to achieve a shared vision for the region's sustainable growth and community well-being.

The meeting addressed various topics, including the approval of minutes from a previous meeting, budget updates, and reports from the Mayor, City Councilor, and various committees such as the Recreation Committee and the Street Committee. Discussions also covered old and new business items, such as granting final approval to an ordinance, addressing flooring issues, and considering appointments to the Area Business Board. Additionally, the board discussed and approved financial statements, payments of bills, and authorized participation in an engineering networking session, with individual councilors designated as representatives.

This document presents a Multi-Municipal Comprehensive Plan for the Central Cambria Coalition, encompassing Jackson Township, Cambria Township, and Ebensburg Borough in Cambria County, Pennsylvania. The plan provides a detailed overview of existing conditions and future considerations across various planning domains. Key focus areas include existing and future land use, community facilities, infrastructure such as water and sewer service areas, transportation networks, economic generators, and environmental factors like topography, geology, and development constraints. The plan aims to guide coordinated development and resource management for the participating municipalities.

The meeting was convened to discuss the School Resource Officer (SRO) agreement between the Borough and Holy Name School. The terms of this agreement are the same as those approved for the previous school year. A resident shared concerns about a persistent sewage smell and recent sewage backup in her neighborhood, prompting Public Works to investigate further.