Sharon L. McCullough

The Board of Commissioners meeting included the issuance of several proclamations for awareness days and months, including Gun Violence Awareness Day, Pride Month, Juneteenth, Interfaith Caregivers Month, Emergency Medical Services Week, and Flag Day. The Board conducted first and second readings for various ordinances covering topics such as fire prevention codes, outdoor burning regulations, recreation utility fees, and sidewalk/curbing construction requirements. Additionally, the Board introduced the 2026 Borough Budget and the 2026 Business Improvement District budget, authorized the payment of vouchers, and certified compliance with federal employment enforcement guidance.

The meeting agenda includes the issuance of several proclamations for awareness and recognition months. The Board will consider the second reading of various ordinances related to fire prevention, outdoor burning, recreation utility, street and sidewalk regulations, and land use. The consent agenda features authorizations for budget introductions, including the 2026 Borough Budget and the Business Improvement Budget, as well as approvals for tax overpayments, fire department appointments, and parking permits. Furthermore, the Board plans to authorize the advertising of requests for proposals for professional services such as borough planning, engineering, and legal counsel, along with competitive bidding for tree and stump removal projects.

The Board of Commissioners meeting included the issuance of several proclamations for Asian-American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Jewish American Heritage Month, Mental Health Awareness Month, Older Americans Month, and Teacher Appreciation Week. The meeting also included a public comment session where a resident shared feedback regarding a proposed ordinance, specifically addressing licensing classifications and board representation requirements for the local partnership.

The Board of Commissioners meeting agenda included several proclamations for May 2026, such as Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Jewish American Heritage Month, Mental Health Awareness Month, Older Americans Month, and Teacher Appreciation Week. The board discussed and reviewed multiple ordinances including those concerning CAP bank preservation, non-union salaries, fire prevention, outdoor burning, recreation utility fees, and land development. Consent agenda items included authorization to pay vouchers, grant veteran property tax exemptions, approve various event permits, appoint new fire department members, sign professional services agreements for financial and housing services, and apply for a recycling tonnage grant.

The Commissioners discussed various agenda items, including a public comment session addressing an ordinance amendment concerning professional service categories and resident requirements. A resolution was passed to award a contract for grass cutting on public property. The board reviewed requests for the use of borough property, including an annual snowflake run and a fall festival with adjustments for street closures to accommodate local business access and parking. Additionally, the Commissioners received an overview of the 2026 budget, covering revenue changes, department-specific budget adjustments, and the re-categorization of legal fees for historical preservation committee services.