Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Lorraine Makatura’s organization
Sep 10, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Borough Of Avalon Finance Committee Finance Committee Meeting
The committee discussed several financial and administrative items. Key topics included the review of the list of bills, budget, and tax collector reports, as well as the financial requirements for 2027 police and employee pension obligations. Negotiations for the Ben Avon Police Agreement renewal were addressed, with plans to discuss strategy in a future executive session. The committee reviewed a waste management resolution for 2027-2031 services and plans for upgrading building fire alarm systems from landlines to cell connectivity. Additionally, the committee considered a resident request regarding sewage billing, the sale of a fire department vehicle, and preliminary discussions on police staffing levels.
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Borough of Avalon Safety and Borough Development Committee Committee Meetings
The meeting addressed safety, fire services, and borough development matters. Discussions included the proposed transition to a new license plate reader system for police, addressing storm damage to surveillance equipment, and managing police staffing and retention. Emergency management topics covered generator failures during power outages, fire truck repairs, and the status of emergency communication equipment. Development items involved reviewing Comprehensive Plan progress, infrastructure upgrades for internet services, library maintenance, and evaluating municipal billing options for the 2027-2031 waste management service contract.
Sep 3, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Borough Of Avalon Engineering & Infrastructure And Streets Committee Committee Meeting
The committee discussed updates on various infrastructure and engineering projects, including construction progress for the 7 Brew Drive-Thru, ongoing utility work, and the status of several grant-funded initiatives such as road improvements, stormwater infrastructure, and sanitary system repairs. The Streets Committee reviewed Department of Public Works maintenance activities, including equipment repairs, pool winterization, tree removal operations, and street light servicing. Additional agenda items included the status of staff recruitment, the unauthorized painting of parking lines, planning for a new public works building, and potential power backup solutions for traffic signals.
Aug 24, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Joint Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
The meeting focused on an update for the Comprehensive Plan, specifically regarding engagement and branding strategies. The Commission discussed the status of a Short-Term Rental Ordinance, an Accessory Structure Setback Ordinance, and a proposal for a Drive-Through Traffic Study. Additionally, the commission reviewed new bylaw drafts and scheduled an upcoming training session. Borough updates were provided for Avalon, Bellevue, and Ben Avon, including the removal of a consolidation project from current consideration.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
