Fox, PA

Environmental Advisory Council

Borough Council

Planning Commission

Park Commission

Borough Council

The Borough Council will review several contracts for sewer lining, cleaning, and pipe bursting for 2026–2027. The body is also considering authorization for promotional testing for a police sergeant position. Other items include the ratification of September payments totaling $540,691.83.

• Ratification of September General Fund Vouchers 6653-6677 for $540,691.83
• Proposed 2026–2027 Cured-in-Place lining contract for Wilson Excavating and Utility Construction, LLC
• Proposed 2026–2027 CCTV, cleaning, and pipe bursting contracts for State Pipe Services, Inc.
• Authorization for Civil Service Commission to conduct promotional testing for Police Sergeant
• Discussion regarding a resident request for the fire siren

Borough Council

The Council will consider several motions, including the ratification of August 2026 payments and new agreements for public works and school resource officers. The meeting also includes reports from the police, fire, and EMS departments.

• Ratification of August 2026 General Fund Vouchers totaling $1,124,016.23
• Public Works Department Contract for January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2030
• School Resource Officer Agreement with Shady Side Academy
• Municipal Police Cooperative Agreement (North Hills DUI Task Force)
• Waiver application for 122 Riverview Terrace, 15215

Council approved a multi-year Public Works contract and several police agreements. A waiver application for 122 Riverview Terrace was denied due to a lack of neighbor consent. The council also ratified over $1.1 million in payments.

• Approved Public Works Department Contract for 2027-2030 (unanimous)
• Denied waiver application for 122 Riverview Terrace (6-1)
• Approved School Resource Officer Agreement with Shady Side Academy (unanimous)
• Approved Municipal Police Cooperative Agreement for North Hills DUI Task Force (unanimous)
• Approved 2027 pension plan MMOs: $21,230 (Police), $0 (Non-Uniform), $79,128 (Defined Contributions) (unanimous)
• Ratified August 2026 General Fund Vouchers totaling $1,124,016.23 (unanimous)
• Approved appointments of Gavin Taylor and Brendan Huang to Junior Council (unanimous)
• Approved August 17, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)

Park Commission

The Park Commission will meet to discuss the 2027 budget. The agenda also includes reports from police, public works, and the summer parks coordinator intern.

• 2027 Budget Discussion
• Private commission tour of log cabin on 9/14
• Beechwood migration watch & walk on Sept 19
• SSA Middle School Riding Meadow volunteer event on October 28

General

The Fox Chapel Borough Zoning Hearing Board is meeting to address unfinished business. The board will review a variance request regarding building setbacks for a property in the “B” Zoning District.

• Case No. 26-02: Variance request for building setbacks at 118 Rockwood Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15238

Borough Council

The Borough Council will vote on ratifying July 2026 payments and appointing a new patrol officer. The body will also consider an environmental application for a property on Old Indian Trail and a cost-of-living adjustment for retired police officers.

• Ratification of General Fund Vouchers 6584-6618 in the amount of $991,744.15
• Environmental Disturbance Application No. 26-08 for a patio and pavilion at 114 Old Indian Trail
• Resolution No. 728 regarding cost-of-living adjustments for retired municipal police officers
• Appointment of a new patrol officer recommended by Chief C. Ellis Watson
• Appointment of a new Zoning Hearing Board member to fill a vacancy

Council appointed a new probationary patrol officer and a Zoning Hearing Board member. The board also approved an environmental disturbance application and adopted a resolution for retired police officer cost-of-living adjustments.

• Approved Environmental Disturbance Application No. 26-08, as amended (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Mahika Chopra to Junior Council Person Program (unanimous)
• Ratified July 2026 General Fund Vouchers 6584-6618 totaling $991,744.15 (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Zachary Storch as probationary patrol officer at $102,804 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 728 for retired municipal police cost-of-living adjustments (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of David Nernberg to the Zoning Hearing Board (unanimous)
• Approved July 20, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)

General

The Fox Chapel Borough Zoning Hearing Board will meet to consider a single variance application. The board will determine if the applicants are granted relief from building setback requirements.

• Case No. 26-02: Variance request for building setbacks at 118 Rockwood Drive

Borough Council

The Borough Council will vote on land development and subdivision applications, including pool renovations and lot line changes. The body will also review police policy updates, vehicle purchases, and several personnel resignations.

• Land Development Application 26-05 for Fox Chapel Golf Club pool area renovations
• Purchase of a 2026 Ford F150 XL 4x4 SuperCrew Pickup Truck for $48,872.80
• Sale of a 2014 International 7500 SFA 4 x 2 to Ohio Township for $22,500
• Ratification of June 2026 General Fund Vouchers totaling $684,576.25
• Update to the Fox Chapel Police Department's Use of Force Policy

Fox Chapel Borough Council approved a lot line change at 240 and 250 Old Mill Road and a land development application subject to finalizing Development and Stormwater Management Agreements. It also approved an amendment to Environmental Disturbance Application 24-20 and Environmental Disturbance Application 26-13, both contingent on outside reviews. Council approved an updated police Use of Force Policy, ratified June General Fund vouchers totaling $684,576.25, and approved equipment sale and truck purchase contracts. It accepted three resignations and voted to remain neutral on a Zoning Hearing Board variance request at 118 Rockwood Drive.

• Approved Subdivision Application 26-04, lot line change for 240 and 250 Old Mill Road (unanimous)
• Approved Land Development Application 26-05, subject to Development and Stormwater Management Agreements (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Environmental Disturbance Application 24-20, contingent on NPDES and ACCD approvals (unanimous)
• Approved Environmental Disturbance Application 26-13, contingent on ACCD approval and geotechnical report waiver (unanimous)
• Approved update to Fox Chapel Police Department Use of Force Policy (unanimous)
• Ratified June 2026 General Fund Vouchers 6542-6583 totaling $684,576.25 (unanimous)
• Approved sale of 2014 International 7500 SFA 4x2 to Ohio Township for $22,500 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2026 Ford F150 XL 4x4 SuperCrew from Jum Shorkey Auto Group for $48,872.80 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider two land use applications for recommendation to the Borough Council. These include a subdivision application for a lot line change and a land development application for facility upgrades.

• Subdivision Application 26-04: Lot line change for 240 and 250 Old Mill Road
• Land Development Application 26-05: Fox Chapel Golf Club pool area renovations

General

The Civil Service Commission will meet to discuss the appointment of a solicitor and a change to a candidate list. The body will vote on whether to approve these items.

• Appointment of George Janocsko as the Civil Service Solicitor
• Removal of a candidate from the Civil Service Eligibility List

Environmental Advisory Council

The Environmental Advisory Council will meet to recommend whether the Borough Council should approve two environmental disturbance applications. The body will also vote on the minutes from the June 8, 2026 meeting.

• Environmental Disturbance Application No. 24-20: 350 Raynor Lane
• Environmental Disturbance Application No. 26-13: 129 South Drive

General

The Civil Service Commission will meet to review and potentially approve the eligibility list for a patrol officer position. Five applicants completed physical agility and written exams on June 18, 2026.

• Certification of the Civil Service Eligibility List for patrol officer

The Civil Service Commission met on June 24, 2026, to conduct business regarding personnel lists. The commission approved the previous meeting's minutes and certified the Civil Service Eligibility List.

• Approved May 19, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Civil Service Eligibility List (unanimous)

General

The Zoning Hearing Board will meet to elect a Chairperson. The board will also hear a request for a zoning variance regarding building setbacks for a property at 423 Fox Chapel Road.

• Election of Zoning Hearing Board Chairperson
• Case No. 26-01: Variance request for building setbacks at 423 Fox Chapel Road (Shady Side Academy)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will consider three environmental disturbance applications and a rock salt contract. The body will also vote on the sale of a heavy equipment trailer and the naming of a private lane off Hunt Road.

• Rock salt contract with Morton Salt at $95.03 per ton
• Sale of 2012 Towmaster T20 Heavy Equipment Trailer for $6,700
• Environmental applications for 115 Old Indian Trail, 114 Old Indian Trail, and 426 Fox Chapel Road
• Ratification of May 2026 General Fund payments totaling $806,741.44
• Naming of a private lane off Hunt Road as Hunt Woods Lane

The Borough Council unanimously approved Environmental Disturbance Applications 26-07 and 26-12, with 26-07 modified to include seven additional hardwood trees. The Council also ratified May 2026 payments totaling $806,741.44 and awarded a rock salt contract at $95.03 per ton. Residents expressed opposition to changing street names, but the Council approved renaming a private lane off Hunt Road to Hunt Woods Lane.

• Approved Environmental Disturbance Application No. 26-07 with added trees (unanimous)
• Approved Environmental Disturbance Application No. 26-12 (unanimous)
• Ratified May 2026 General Fund payments totaling $806,741.44 (unanimous)
• Awarded 2026-2027 Rock Salt Contract at $95.03/ton (unanimous)
• Approved sale of 2012 Towmaster Trailer for $6,700 (unanimous)
• Approved renaming private lane to Hunt Woods Lane (unanimous)
• Council remains neutral on Shady Side Academy variance request (unanimous)
• Elected Jeffrey Cohen as new Park Commission Chairperson

Environmental Advisory Council

The Environmental Advisory Council will consider three environmental disturbance applications. The council will vote on whether to recommend approval, denial, or conditional approval for each application to the Borough Council.

• Environmental Disturbance Application No. 26-07: 115 Old Indian Trail
• Environmental Disturbance Application No. 26-08: 114 Old Indian Trail
• Environmental Disturbance Application No. 26-12: 426 Fox Chapel Road

The Environmental Advisory Council recommended three development applications for Borough Council approval. Two recommendations were contingent upon additional site marking, replanting plans, or technical documentation, while one was recommended as presented.

• Approved May 11, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Application 26-07 (115 Old Indian Trail) contingent on site marking and application amendments (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Application 26-08 (114 Old Indian Trail) contingent on a revised replanting plan, drainage data, and geotech opinion (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Application 26-12 (426 Fox Chapel Road) as presented (unanimous)

General

The Park Commission is meeting to discuss park safety, public works updates, and the addition of a historic log cabin and 6+ acres at 580 Old Mill Road to the borough park system. The body will also elect a new chair following the appointment of WWP to Borough Council.

• Proposed acquisition of 580 Old Mill Road (historic log cabin and 6+ acres)
• Discussion of 4-way stop vs. signage at Field Club and Hemlock Hollow Roads
• Public works updates for McCahill Park, Trillium Trail Park, Riding Meadow Park, and Hardie Valley Park
• Proposed request for post-spray signage regarding DLC herbicide use in parks
• Update on Shady Side Academy project likely heading to EAC on July 13

The Park Commission unanimously elected Jeffrey Cohen as the new Chairperson, replacing Wesley Posvar. The commission also approved the previous meeting's minutes and decided to launch a Remarkable Tree Contest. Several park projects, including the Hardie Valley Park and Delafield Connector Trail, are in planning or early construction phases.

• Approved April 13, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Jeffrey Cohen as new Chairperson (unanimous)
• Decided to begin the Remarkable Tree Contest
• Agreed DLC will post warnings and report herbicide use in parks
• Trillium Trail fence repair scheduled for winter
• Hardie Valley Park project to be bid out this year
• Purchase of 580 Old Mill Road contingent on appraisal

General

The Borough Council is holding a special meeting to decide whether to approve the purchase of a specific property. This follows an executive session held on May 22, 2026, regarding the property.

• Purchase of Parcel 438-G-10, 580 Old Mill Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238

Council unanimously approved the purchase of Parcel 438-G-10 at 580 Old Mill Road for $675,000. The purchase is contingent on a professional real estate appraisal to ensure the price does not exceed market value.

• Approved purchase of Parcel 438-G-10, 580 Old Mill Road (unanimous)

General

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to discuss the recruitment of a new patrol officer. The body will consider the public notice, the examination administrator, and the testing process.

• Public notice for a patrol officer position
• Designation of Police Consulting Services to administer a written examination
• Approval process for physical agility and oral examinations

The Fox Chapel Borough Civil Service Commission unanimously approved the public notice, testing administration, and examination process for hiring a new patrol officer. This action follows the retirement of Sergeant Jeffrey Clark. The commission also approved the minutes from the previous meeting.

• Approved minutes of January 5, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved public notice for patrol officer position (unanimous)
• Approved Police Consulting Services to administer written exam (unanimous)
• Approved process for physical agility and oral examinations (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will vote on several land use applications and a fuel dispensing maintenance contract. The body is also discussing the hiring process for a new patrol officer following a retirement and the appointment of a Zoning Hearing Board member.

• Motor Vehicle Fuel Dispensing Maintenance Project award to Nexus Energy Services for $86,992.00
• Environmental Disturbance Application No. 26-03 for a pool house and deck at 88 Haverford Road
• Land Development Application No. 26-03 for a temporary kitchen at Shady Side Academy
• Ratification of April 2026 General Fund payments totaling $446,078.13
• Adoption of Resolution No. 727 regarding the Allegheny County 2026 Hazard Mitigation Plan

Council approved several contracts, including a $86,992 fuel dispensing maintenance project and a fuel supply option year with Reed Oil. The board also appointed Sandy Garfinkel to the Zoning Hearing Board and approved a temporary kitchen for Shady Side Academy.

• Approved Motor Vehicle Fuel Dispensing Maintenance Project to Nexus Energy Services for $86,992.00 (unanimous)
• Approved fuel contract option year for 87 Octane and B2 Diesel to Reed Oil (unanimous)
• Appointed Sandy Garfinkel to the Zoning Hearing Board through December 31, 2027 (unanimous)
• Approved Land Development Application No. 26-03 for Shady Side Academy’s temporary kitchen for up to 24 months (unanimous)
• Approved Environmental Disturbance Application No. 26-03 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 727 regarding Allegheny County 2026 Hazard Mitigation Plan (unanimous)
• Ratified April 2026 General Fund Vouchers totaling $446,078.13 (unanimous)
• Approved hiring process and exam administration for a new patrol officer (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a land development application for a temporary kitchen at Shady Side Academy. The body will also vote on guidelines for resident comments.

• Land Development Application No. 26-03: Shady Side Academy temporary kitchen on an existing paved lot
• Guidelines for Resident Comments

The Planning Commission recommended that Borough Council approve a temporary kitchen for Shady Side Academy. The commission also adopted new guidelines for resident comments.

• Approved April 20, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Guidelines for Resident Comments (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Land Development Application No. 26-03 for Shady Side Academy temporary kitchen, limited to 24 months (unanimous)

Environmental Advisory Council

The Environmental Advisory Council will meet to discuss and make a recommendation regarding an environmental disturbance application. The body will also review minutes from the April 13, 2026, meeting.

• Environmental Disturbance Application No. 26-03 for 88 Haverford Road

The Environmental Advisory Council recommended that Borough Council approve a project for a pool, pool house, patio, and rock sump. The council also approved the minutes from the April 13, 2026, meeting.

• Approved April 13, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Environmental Disturbance Application No. 26-03 for 88 Haverford Road, including a geotechnical report waiver (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will consider contract awards for the 2026 Roadway Improvement Program and roadway aggregates. The meeting includes reports from various borough departments and a subdivision application for a lot-line change.

• Subdivision Application 26-02: Lot-Line Change
• 2026 Roadway Improvement Program Contract No. 26-R01
• Roadway Aggregates Contract No. 26-RA1
• Retirement of Sergeant Jeffrey Clark
• Seasonal Parks Program Coordinator

The Borough Council unanimously approved a $1,469,476.50 contract for the 2026 Roadway Improvement Program and awarded aggregate supply contracts. They also approved the hiring of a Seasonal Parks Program Coordinator and ratified March general fund payments totaling $407,935.63. A subdivision lot-line change was approved, while actions regarding police hiring were noted as requiring re-approval in May due to an agenda posting error.

• Approved 2026 Roadway Improvement Contract No. 26-R01 to Shields Asphalt Paving ($1,469,476.50) (Unanimous)
• Approved Roadway Aggregates Contract No. 26-RA1 to Allegheny Mineral Corp. and Vigliotti Landscaping (Unanimous)
• Approved hiring of Percy Porter Bacon as Seasonal Parks Program Coordinator at $15/hour (Unanimous)
• Approved Subdivision Application 26-02 lot-line change (Unanimous)
• Ratified March 2026 General Fund Vouchers totaling $407,935.63 (Unanimous)
• Approved retirement of Sergeant Jeffrey Clark effective May 22, 2026 (Unanimous)
• Noted that police hiring motions require re-approval at May 18 meeting due to agenda error

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to approve previous minutes and hear resident comments. The body will discuss a specific subdivision application regarding a lot line change.

• Subdivision Application 26-02: Lot Line Change

The Planning Commission voted to recommend that Borough Council approve a lot-line change for properties at 407 and 465 Rhodora Lane. The recommendation includes granting a waiver regarding future subdivision certification.

• Approved March 16, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Subdivision Application 26-02 lot-line change (unanimous)
• Recommended granting waiver from SALDO Section 380-10-A.1.j (unanimous)

Park Commission

The Park Commission will review public safety enforcement, park construction status, and trail maintenance. The body is also discussing a proposal to update the 2006 Park Plan and a priority management program.

• Proposed signage at the intersection of Field Club and Hemlock Hollow Roads
• Construction project status for Hardie Valley Park
• Implementation of larger entrance signs for the Park Signage Program
• Proposed update to the 2006 Park Plan
• Discussion of herbicide use on rights-of-way in borough parks

The Park Commission approved the December 2025 meeting minutes and agreed to launch a Remarkable Tree Contest via Instagram. Chairperson Wesley Posvar stepped down from his leadership role while remaining a commission member. The board discussed various park maintenance projects and upcoming community events.

• Approved December 8, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved launch of Remarkable Tree Contest via Instagram
• Accepted resignation of Wesley Posvar as Chairperson

Environmental Advisory Council

The Environmental Advisory Council will meet to discuss new and unfinished business. The agenda includes a review of an environmental disturbance application for a specific property.

• Environmental Disturbance Application No. 26-03 for 88 Haverford Road

The council approved the minutes from the March 9, 2026, meeting. An application for environmental disturbance at 88 Haverford Road was tabled until May to allow for further review of submitted materials.

• Approved March 9, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled Environmental Disturbance Application No. 26-03 for 88 Haverford Road (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss new business and review a subdivision application. The primary item for consideration is a lot line change for a property located at 88 Haverford Road.

• Subdivision Application 26-01: Lot Line Change at 88 Haverford Road

The Planning Commission recommended that Borough Council approve a lot line change for two parcels at 88 Haverford Road. The change is intended to allow a pool and pool house to meet the 50-foot side yard setback requirement.

• Approved May 19, 2025, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of lot line change for Subdivision Application 26-01 at 88 Haverford Road (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will discuss and vote on resolutions regarding the police department's role in federal immigration enforcement. The meeting also includes reviews of land use applications and several personnel appointments.

• Resolution No. 726: Non-Enforcement of Immigration Laws by Fox Chapel Police
• Environmental Disturbance Application No. 23-10: 100 Hillcrest Road
• Subdivision Application 26-01: Lot Line Change at 88 Haverford Road
• Resolution No. 725: Allegheny County Urban County Qualification FY 2027-2029
• Contract awards for a Bandit Intimidator 15XP Wood Chipper and Salt Storage Building

The Council unanimously approved a policy limiting police involvement in federal immigration enforcement. A related resolution on non-enforcement of immigration laws passed 4-1-2. The Council also approved a $669,500 salt storage building contract and a $73,999 wood chipper purchase.

• Approved Limitations of Police Involvement in Federal Civil Immigration Enforcement Policy (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 726 on non-enforcement of immigration laws (4-1-2)
• Approved Salt Storage Building contract to Maxim Construction for $669,500 (unanimous)
• Approved wood chipper purchase from Stephenson Equipment for $73,999 (unanimous)
• Ratified February payments totaling $676,142.54 (unanimous)
• Approved opt-in to Allegheny County CDBG and HOME programs for 2027-2029 (unanimous)
• Approved Environmental Disturbance Application No. 23-10 at 100 Hillcrest Road (unanimous)
• Approved Subdivision Application 26-01 at 88 Haverford Road (unanimous)

Environmental Advisory Council

The Environmental Advisory Council will meet to discuss unfinished business regarding two environmental disturbance applications. The body will also hear resident comments and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Environmental Disturbance Application No. 26-01: 4 Twin Pine Court
• Environmental Disturbance Application No. 23-10: 100 Hillcrest Road

The Fox Chapel Environmental Advisory Council extended Environmental Disturbance Application No. 26-01 at 4 Twin Pine Court until April to allow further review of stormwater and geotechnical issues. The Council unanimously recommended approval of the amended Environmental Disturbance Application No. 23-10 for a garage at 100 Hillcrest Road, contingent on specific engineering revisions and compliance with a February 25, 2026, letter.

• Extended Environmental Disturbance Application No. 26-01 (4 Twin Pine Court) until April meeting
• Recommended approval of amended Application No. 23-10 (100 Hillcrest Road) for Borough Council (unanimous)
• Approved February 9, 2026, minutes as submitted (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will consider the appointment of a new Police Chief and adopt a take-home vehicle use policy. The meeting includes reviews of environmental disturbance applications and the ratification of payments for December 2025 and January 2026.

• Appointment of New Police Chief for the Fox Chapel Police Department
• Environmental Disturbance Application 25-18 for 205 Foxhurst Drive
• Tree Removal Application No. TR-26-1 for Fox Chapel Golf Club
• Environmental Disturbance Application No. 26-02 for Old Indian Trail Court
• Contract for 2026 Ford F600 Super Duty 4x4 Regular Cab Chassis and Truck Upfit Package

Council appointed a new Police Chief and approved several contracts for vehicles and animal control. The board also adopted a take-home vehicle policy and approved specific environmental disturbance applications.

• Appointed Charles Ellis Watson as Police Chief (unanimous)
• Approved $70,855 contract for 2026 Ford F600 Chassis from Laurel Auto Group (unanimous)
• Approved $35,750 truck upfit package from Mike's Truck Service (unanimous)
• Ratified Animal Control Contract with Whiskey Acres Rescue and Sanctuary (unanimous)
• Adopted Take-Home Vehicle Use Policy (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Steven Plavetzky as part-time recycling center attendant at $19/hour (unanimous)
• Approved Environmental Disturbance Application 25-18 for 205 Foxhurst Drive (unanimous)
• Approved removal of one tree and denied removal of 13 trees at Fox Chapel Golf Club

Environmental Advisory Council

The Environmental Advisory Council will meet to discuss several environmental disturbance applications and one tree removal request. The body will also review minutes from the October 13, 2025, meeting.

• Environmental Disturbance Application No. 25-18: 205 Foxhurst Drive
• Environmental Disturbance Application No. 26-01: 4 Twin Pine Court
• Environmental Disturbance Application No. 26-02: Old Indian Trail Court
• Tree Removal Application No. TR-26-1: Fox Chapel Golf Club

The Fox Chapel Environmental Advisory Council unanimously recommended approval for two residential construction projects, contingent on specific engineering and environmental corrections. The Council also unanimously approved a tree removal request from the Fox Chapel Golf Club. A third residential application was tabled until the next meeting to allow the applicant to address concerns regarding slope stability and stormwater facilities.

• Recommended approval of Environmental Disturbance Application No. 25-18 (205 Foxhurst Drive) with required plan revisions (unanimous)
• Tabled Environmental Disturbance Application No. 26-01 (4 Twin Pine Court) until March meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Tree Removal Application TR-26-1 for Fox Chapel Golf Club (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Environmental Disturbance Application No. 26-02 (Old Indian Trail Court) with required geotechnical certification and plan revisions (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hold an organization meeting to elect its President, Vice President, and President Pro Tem. The body will also interview four candidates to fill a council vacancy and appoint a member. Other business includes appointing solicitors, attorneys, and engineers.

• Interviews for council vacancy: Sandy Garfinkel, Bruce Jacobs, Wesley W. Posvar, and Benjamin Rister
• Resolution No. 721: Deputizing Jordan Tax Service, Inc. as Deputy Tax Collector
• Resolution No. 722: Establishing the annual salary of the Tax Collector
• Resolution No. 724: Amendment to the Borough of Fox Chapel Police Pension Plan
• Resolution No. 723: Establishing work week for the Finance Director

The Fox Chapel Borough Council held its annual organization meeting, electing Andrew C. Bennett as Council President and Harrison S. Lauer as Vice President. The Council unanimously approved various administrative appointments, including legal counsel and board members, and adopted resolutions regarding tax collection and employee policies. Additionally, the Council appointed Wesley W. Posvar to fill the vacant council seat left by Mayor Jonathan Colton.

• Andrew C. Bennett elected Council President (unanimous)
• Harrison S. Lauer elected Vice President (unanimous)
• Frederick C. Leech elected President Pro-Tem (unanimous)
• A. Bruce Bowden appointed Solicitor (unanimous)
• Michael Palombo appointed Labor Attorney (unanimous)
• Lennon, Smith, Souleret Engineering appointed Consulting Engineer (unanimous)
• Wesley W. Posvar appointed to fill Council vacancy (unanimous)
• Resolutions 721-724 adopted regarding tax collector and pensions (unanimous)