Mark Cypher

The council discussed various operational and community matters, including reports from the Police, Fire, and Code Enforcement departments. A new council member was appointed to a four-year term. Financial updates included reviews of general fund receipts and grant draws. The council approved the installation of a new light for the front flag pole. Other topics included the discussion of property maintenance and potential ordinance enforcement, review of community event plans, authorization for the advertisement of refuse and recycling collection service bids, and updates on emergency operations planning and honor roll additions.

The board discussed upcoming audit plans for the municipal authority. Key actions included the authorization of payments for monthly bills and the approval to seek bids for the Reidmore Road sewer project, contingent upon specific permitting requirements. Additionally, the board approved the relocation of a fence at the pump station to accommodate a new carport and authorized the Westmoreland Water installation of a new manhole and storm sewer section, subject to legal and engineering approval.

The council meeting addressed various community and administrative matters. Key topics included authorization for housing a wagon train at the borough playground for an upcoming parade, discussion regarding code enforcement procedures for a property, and receiving apologies from juveniles involved in playground vandalism. Financial updates included the creation of new accounts for grant and payroll funds, the opening of bidding for a street paving project with the selection of a contractor, and plans for renewing the police service contract. Furthermore, the council discussed the purchase of commemorative signage, the implementation of a new garbage rate, and potential legal action regarding borough Christmas lights.

The council discussed the South Connellsville Volunteer Fire Company's failure to provide requested information, leading to the repeal of its designation as the primary fire department and the appointment of the Connellsville Township Volunteer Fire Department as the primary, with New Haven Hose Company as the secondary. Other topics included the appointment of the Mayor as the Emergency Management Coordinator, the hiring of a temporary street department worker, and discussions regarding road issues on Dushane Avenue, fire hydrant testing requirements, and upcoming community events.