Thomas J. Trotter

The meeting agenda covered a wide range of administrative, financial, and operational reports. Key discussion topics included the Pine Grove Township Agreement, the Schuylkill EMA resolution, police and mayor reports, and Ordinance 438. The council addressed executive comments regarding RV parking and the appointment of a new council member. Financial items included the approval of the treasurer's report and bills. Infrastructure and service updates were provided regarding the 2026 road paving project, street sweeping, water services, and sidewalk maintenance. Furthermore, the meeting addressed community events like the 250th celebration, JTA vacancy, and committee reports spanning property, natural resources, flood mitigation, and parks and recreation.

The agenda items for discussion included reports from the Solicitor regarding the Pine Grove Township Municipal Agreement and issues concerning eBikes/RV Parking. Scheduled visitors were slated to address topics such as the Hose, Hook, and Ladder Company No. 1-Truck and the North End Fire Company. Committee reports covered several areas: Personnel, Administration/Budget & Finance (excluding approvals of previous minutes), Public Works (Streets & Water Report), Property & Natural Resources (TNC Conservation Easement), Public Safety, and Community Development/Parks and Recreation (addressing the 2026 Season and Pine Grove Outdoor Markets-2026). New business focused on the 2025 Schuylkill Emergency Operations Plan and Snow Removal procedures for sidewalks. The meeting concluded with provisions for audience and press comments.

The agenda for this reorganization meeting included the swearing-in of newly elected council members, followed by the Call to Order, Pledge of Allegiance, and Roll Call. Key actions involved the nomination and election of the President, Vice President, and Pro Tem of the Council. Other significant actions included authorizing the retention of specific financial institutions (Fulton Bank, M & T Bank, PLGIT, and MidPenn Bank), authorizing the President and Borough Manager to sign legal and bank documents and make temporary loans, accepting bonds, and appointing various officials and entities. These appointments included the Borough Manager, Assistant Treasurer, Solicitor, Borough Engineer, Auditors, Uniform Construction Code Enforcers, Rental Inspectors, Floodplain Administrator, and Sewage Enforcement Officer. The meeting also covered committee assignments and new business before adjournment.

The council discussed allowing Fluid Pin Point to conduct another sweep of the water lines for leaks. The 2019 General and Water Funds were reviewed, indicating positive balances. The council moved to advertise Ordinance 453 for the 2019 Tax Rate without a tax increase, and also decided to advertise the 2019 General and Water Fund Budget. There was further discussion regarding an upcoming Police Regionalization Meeting.

The meeting addressed several key issues, including discussions on sewer shut-offs and a request for a correction in the paper regarding a statement about police presence at schools. The council addressed liquor license transfers for two locations: 61-63 S Tulpehocken Street and 177 S Tulpehocken Street. PennVest's suggestions for revising Ordinance 452 and Resolution #13-18 regarding industrial rates were discussed and acted upon. The council also discussed the appointment of Delmas "Skip" Butler to a vacant council seat, and a personnel matter was addressed in an executive session, leading to the hiring of a candidate for a part-time police officer position. Additional topics included silt removal in Swatara Creek, sewer shutoffs for non-payment, ordering portable toilets for the Halloween Parade, a donation of drain pipe from Williams Pipeline, and a storm drain study update. A request to have a wedding at the canal was approved, and discussions were held regarding rental property inspections and water bill amounts for township residents.