Township of Scott

The meeting addressed various topics, including discussions on amending Ordinance #1689-23 related to generator ordinance modifications for emergency declarations, code enforcement updates, and concerns about electric bikes and scooters in parks and around the municipal building. The board also considered establishing an ordinance to address the use of electric scooters in parks and discussed safety education initiatives with schools. Updates were provided on police activities, including calls of service, reports, arrests, and officer training. Additionally, there were discussions on environmental matters, such as amendments to the Environmental Advisory Council Ordinance, and reports from the Library Liaison. The board also discussed a proposed Strategic Management Plan, modifications to the donation policy, and the Township Manager's attendance at the 2025 Annual ICMA Conference. Commissioners raised concerns about waste management, deer complaints, and issues with trees and catch basins.

The meeting included a proclamation recognizing a lifeguard for his actions during a medical emergency at the pool. Discussions covered a proposed ordinance to prohibit electric bikes and scooters in parks, Lindsay Road Improvements, partial payments for the Bower Hill Road Sidewalk Replacement Project, and awarding a contract for improvements to the Bower Hill Road Signalized Intersection. The board also discussed a GEDTF application for the Municipal Building roof replacement, a partial payment for the C48 Phase II COA Source Flow Reduction and Sanitary Sewer Improvements Project, and RFPs for pre-construction hydro-excavation services for the North Wren Storm Sewer and Sanitary Sewer Improvements Project. A request for a five-year contract with Pittsburgh Elite Aquatics for pool use was discussed, along with concerns about pool closures and refund policies. The ClearGov portion of the website was completed, and summer recreation programs were reviewed.

The meeting included a presentation on the strategic findings for Scott Township's management plan, emphasizing financial stability and long-term goals. The board discussed and approved the bill list and authorized payments from the General Fund. They also discussed the Planning, Zoning, and Code Enforcement report, the Solicitor's report, and the Engineer's report, including motions to advertise contracts for stormwater improvements and road improvements. The board approved a request from the Bower Hill Volunteer Fire Department for their remaining allotment and a payment request for actuarial services related to the Police Pension Fund. Additionally, they approved a resolution to amend the Environmental Advisory Council Ordinance and discussed the release of the proposed Strategic Management Plan and a change to the donation policy regarding pool passes. The Township Manager's attendance at the 2025 Annual ICMA Conference was ratified, and attendance at the Annual Allegheny County and Western Pennsylvania Associates of Township Commissioners Joint Fall Conference was approved. Public comments were heard regarding paper recycling and light pollution. Commissioner requests included discussions on railroad crossing improvements and the inclusion of the Strategic Management Plan on the Township website.

The meeting included discussions on code enforcement updates, the resignation of a Planning Commission member, and the adoption of an ordinance prohibiting electric scooters in Township parks. The board also discussed the award of the 2025 Stormwater Improvements Project, approval of payments for the Bower Hill Road Sidewalk Replacement Project, and adjustments for the 2024 Traffic Signal Improvements Project. Additional topics included sewer root control work, the Glendale Hose Company funding request, 2026 pension obligations, police officer resignation, and parking restrictions near a daycare. The board also discussed the resignation of a Ward 2 Commissioner and the appointment of a replacement, as well as the potential for an Assistant Manager and Police Department renovation project.

The meeting addressed several key issues, including the approval of the agenda and bill list, as well as the approval of minutes from previous meetings. Discussions and actions were taken regarding planning, zoning, and code enforcement, including the advertisement of a proposed ordinance to prohibit electric bikes and scooters in parks. The board also addressed the engineer's report, which included awarding the Lindsay Road Improvements Project Phase II and approving partial payments for the Bower Hill Road sidewalk Replacement Project. Additional topics included awarding a contract for improvements to signalized intersections, ratifying the submission of a GEDTF Application for the Municipal Building Roof Replacement Project, and awarding pre-construction Hydro Excavation work for the North Wren Storm Sewer and Sanitary Sewer Improvements Project. The board also discussed financial matters, public safety, public works, environmental concerns, sewer updates, MS4 updates, parks and recreation, public relations, library matters, SHACOG, administration, and conferences and workshops.