Jefferson Hills public meetings in 2025

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a recommendation to Council for a preliminary land development plan for a warehouse on Cherry Street. The body will also discuss the Comprehensive Plan.

• Preliminary land development plan SP-1-2024 for a 3,500 sq ft warehouse at Cherry Street
• Comprehensive Plan discussion
• Resolution No. 49-2025: Vine Street Plan subdivision
• Resolution No. 50-2025: Ludwig, Gardiner, Bucy and Cilia Subdivision Plan

The Planning Commission unanimously adopted the minutes from the November 25, 2025 meeting. It also approved a recommendation to Council for the preliminary land development plan SP-1-2024, the Trbovich Garage Building on Cherry Street, with an 8‑0‑1 vote.

• Approved minutes of November 25, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to Council for SP-1-2024 Trbovich Garage Building (8-0-1)

Council

Council will consider the final 2026 budget and a real estate tax rate of 5.66 mills with no tax increase. The body will also review a police department collective bargaining agreement and several board appointments.

• 2026 Real Estate Tax rate set at 5.66 mills with no tax increase
• Distribution of $341,466.00 in fire taxes to Jefferson Hills Fire and Rescue
• CDBG application of $51,620.00 for Beedle Park ADA Improvement Project Phase 1
• Four engineering work authorizations from Gateway Engineers, Inc. not to exceed $10,000.00 each
• Approval of Vine Street (S-8-2025) and Ludwig, Gardiner, Bucy, Cilia (S-7-2025) subdivision plans

The council accepted a $246,000 GEDTF grant for Phase 1 of Tepe Park improvements, presented by State Rep. Andrew Kuzma. Members unanimously approved the monthly bills, the monthly payroll, and the tentative collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 205. Several resolutions appointing representatives to SHACOG boards and advertising multiple board vacancies were also adopted unanimously. A motion to appoint an alternate to the Civil Service Commission was tabled unanimously.

• Accepted $246,000 GEDTF grant for Tepe Park Improvements Phase 1 (presented)
• Approved monthly bills (unanimously)
• Approved monthly payroll (unanimously)
• Approved tentative Collective Bargaining Agreement with Teamsters Local 205 (unanimously)
• Tabled motion to appoint alternate to Civil Service Commission (unanimously)
• Adopted Resolution 47‑2025 appointing David Montgomery as SHACOG representative and Joseph Lynch as alternate (unanimously)
• Adopted Resolution 48‑2025 appointing Diva Mares to SHACOG Joint Rate Review Board (unanimously)
• Advertised two seats on the Recreation Board for four‑year terms (unanimously)

Council

The Council will discuss the final form of the 2026 budget and a proposed real estate tax rate of 5.66 mills with no tax increase. The meeting includes discussions on police contracts, board appointments, and several infrastructure and engineering authorizations.

• Proposed 2026 base Real Estate Tax rate of 5.66 mills
• Tentative Collective Bargaining Agreement with Teamsters Local No. 205 for police officers
• Distribution of $341,466.00 in fire taxes to Jefferson Hills Fire and Rescue
• CDBG application of $51,620.00 for Beedle Park ADA Improvement Project Phase 1
• Purchase of a PICCO Pump Station generator from Schaedler Yesco Distribution Inc. for $42,500.00

The December 3, 2025 council meeting covered reports from the consulting engineer, public works, mayor, and grant updates. Several agenda items were discussed, including a hopper salt spreader and upcoming grant funding, but no votes or approvals were recorded. The meeting concluded with plans to add items to future agendas.

Planning Commission

The Jefferson Hills Planning Commission will review several subdivision plans, including the Obillo Plan No. 1 (Resolution 37‑2025) and the Dowling Subdivision (Resolution 38‑2025). It will also consider a recommendation for the Trbovich Garage Building land‑development plan on Cherry Street. A key agenda item is a request by Kevin Mielcarek for the Kurt J. Lesker Company to operate a small machine shop in the C Zoning District at 1512 State Route 51.

• Resolution 37‑2025: approval of preliminary and final subdivision plan S‑5‑2025 (Obillo Plan No. 1)
• Resolution 38‑2025: approval of preliminary and final subdivision plan S‑6‑2025 (Dowling Subdivision)
• Recommendation to Council for preliminary land‑development plan SP‑1‑2024 – Trbovich Garage Building on Cherry Street
• Consideration of preliminary & final minor subdivision S‑7‑2025 – Ludwig‑Gardiner‑Bucy‑Cilia Subdivision at Check Drive and Settlers Drive
• Special‑exception request for a small machine shop in the C Zoning District at 1512 State Route 51 (Kurt J. Lesker Company)

The commission unanimously approved the preliminary and final minor subdivision plan S-7-2025 for the Ludwig‑Gardiner‑Bucy‑Cilia property. It also unanimously approved the preliminary and final minor subdivision plan S-8-2025 for the Vine Street Subdivision, with a condition that the final plan meet both a previously approved 25‑foot setback and the current 35‑foot setback. A recommendation to the Zoning Hearing Board for a special‑exception use by the Kurt J. Lesker Company was unanimously approved. The SP‑1‑2024 Trbovich Garage Building recommendation was tabled until the December meeting.

• Approved S-7-2025 minor subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved S-8-2025 minor subdivision with setback condition (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to Zoning Hearing Board for special‑exception use (unanimous)
• Tabled SP-1-2024 Trbovich Garage Building recommendation until December (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of October 28, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council will consider several financial and administrative actions at its November 10 meeting. Items include approving a $696,288.96 payment to Tresco Paving for the 2025 Road Paving Program, renewing a $4,200‑per‑year animal‑control contract, and adopting resolutions for subdivision approval, demolition grants, and park improvement funding. The council will also appoint alternates to the Civil Service Commission and Zoning Hearing Board.

• Approve Application for Payment No. 1 to Tresco Paving Corporation, $696,288.96 for 2025 Road Paving Program
• Renew two‑year contract with Hoffman’s Boarding Kennels for animal control services, $400 per month ($4,200 per year)
• Adopt Resolution No. 38‑2025 granting preliminary and final approval to the Dowling Subdivision Plan (S‑6‑2025)
• Adopt Resolution No. 40‑2025 authorizing SHACOG to file Act 152 Grant application for $52,700 (Borough share $9,300) for demolitions at 1022 1st Street, 143 Chambers Lane, 3038 Walton Road, and 200 Shellbark Street
• Adopt Resolution No. 41‑2025 authorizing Local Share Assessment grant through DCED for Gill Hall Park Improvements Phase 1, $342,630

The council heard a presentation from Planning Director Jenni Easton on the draft comprehensive plan and its recommendations, including green space, parks, zoning, and a possible stormwater management fee. Council members discussed the material but did not vote on or adopt any proposals. No formal decisions were recorded.

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council will consider routine items such as monthly bills, payroll, and appointments to commissions. Key financial decisions include approving a $696,288.96 payment to Tresco Paving for the 2025 road paving program and a $15,202.38 payment to State Pipe Services for a joint municipal maintenance project. The council will also adopt resolutions concerning demolition of several properties, a $52,700 grant application for those demolitions, and final approval of the Dowling Subdivision Plan. Additional agenda items cover reports, public comments, and advertisement of upcoming hearings.

• Approve payment of $696,288.96 to Tresco Paving for the 2025 Road Paving Program
• Approve payment of $15,202.38 to State Pipe Services for Joint Municipal O&M Preventative Maintenance – Year 14
• Adopt Resolution No. 40-2025 to seek a $52,700 Act 152 grant for demolitions at 1022 1st Street, 143 Chambers Lane, 3038 Walton Road, and 200 Shellbark Street (estimated demolition cost $62,000, borough share $9,300)
• Adopt Resolution No. 38-2025 granting preliminary and final approval to the Dowling Subdivision Plan (S-6-2025)
• Authorize preparation and advertisement of bids for the Pump Station Package for the PICCO Pump Station Project

The meeting consisted of reports from the consulting engineer, finance, public works, police, and mayor. Council members discussed payment to Tresco Paving, the PICCO pump station bid process, and upcoming contract and auction items, but no votes or formal approvals were recorded.

Planning Commission

The Jefferson Hills Planning Commission will review three land development items: a preliminary land development plan for a 3,500‑sq‑ft warehouse on Cherry Street, a minor subdivision at Fourth Street, and a minor subdivision on Gill Hall Road. The commission will also approve Resolution No. 36-2025 for the Jefferson United Presbyterian Church subdivision and conduct a Comprehensive Plan Recommendations Review.

• Resolution No. 36-2025 – approval of the Jefferson United Presbyterian Church Subdivision (S‑4‑2025)
• Preliminary land development plan (SP‑1‑2024) for a 3,500 sq ft warehouse at Cherry Street, owned by Ned Trbovich
• Minor subdivision (S‑5‑2025 – Obillo Plan No.1) at Fourth Street, owned by Felino Salvador Obillo & Heather Sippos Obillo
• Minor subdivision (S‑6‑2025 – Dowling Subdivision Plan) at 1000 Gill Hall Road, owned by Dowling Properties, Inc.
• Comprehensive Plan Recommendations Review

The Planning Commission unanimously approved the preliminary and final minor subdivision known as S-5-2025 (Obillo Plan No.1) on Fourth Street. It also unanimously approved a recommendation to Council for the Dowling Subdivision (S-6-2025) and unanimously tabled the recommendation for the Trbovich Garage development (SP-1-2024) until the November meeting, extending its review period to December 20, 2025. The minutes from the September 23 meeting were approved unanimously.

• Approved preliminary & final minor subdivision S-5-2025 (Obillo Plan) – unanimous
• Recommendation to Council for minor subdivision S-6-2025 (Dowling Subdivision) approved – unanimous
• Recommendation for SP-1-2024 Trbovich Garage development tabled until November meeting – unanimous
• Extended 90‑day review period for SP-1-2024 to December 20, 2025 – unanimous
• Approved September 23, 2025 meeting minutes – unanimous

Environmental Advisory Council

The council directed that advertisements for two vacant Environmental Advisory Council positions be sent out and placed on the upcoming Borough Council agenda. Elections for the new EAC seats will be held at the January meeting. The borough scheduled its next litter‑cleanup event for November 15 and assigned Rick Moore to notify Bethany High School about service‑hour opportunities.

• Advertise two open EAC positions (to be placed on Borough Council agenda)
• Hold elections for new EAC seats at the January meeting
• Schedule borough litter cleanup for November 15
• Assign Rick Moore to send notice to Bethany High School for student service hours
• Require letters of intent for EAC term renewals to be sent to the Borough Manager

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council will vote on several appointments, adopt resolutions for pension funding, fire relief, and a grant for the Route 51 Trail Gap Project, and set new garbage collection fees. It will also approve multiple contracts and work authorizations for public‑works projects, including the Beams Run Road stormwater repair and the Frank Street project. Additional items include approving monthly bills, payroll, and the purchase of 2026 police vehicles.

• Adopt Resolution 33‑2025 allocating $406,605.80 for pension funds (Police Pension $440,834.00, Administrative $10,087.00, borough contribution $44,315.20)
• Adopt Resolution 35‑2025 setting garbage and rubbish collection fees at $88.65 per quarter ($354.60 annually) effective Jan 1 2026
• Approve Change Order No. 1 for $7,709.96 to A. Merante Contracting, Inc. for rock excavation on the Beams Run Road Stormwater Repair Project
• Approve Application for Payment No. 2 for $18,058.96 to A. Merante Contracting, Inc. for work on the Beams Run Road Stormwater Repair Project
• Approve Work Authorization up to $4,000 for additional work on the Frank Street project from Gateway Engineers, Inc.

The council unanimously approved the monthly bills and payroll. It also appointed Officer Christopher Makosey as a full‑time police officer, advertised a school crossing‑guard position, and made several board appointments and removals, including adding Andrew Giesman to the Library Directors board and Kenneth Puglisi to the Zoning Hearing Board. A motion to fill an alternate seat on the Civil Service Commission was tabled.

• Approved monthly bills (unanimous)
• Approved monthly payroll (unanimous)
• Appointed Officer Christopher Makosey as full-time police officer (unanimous)
• Advertised school crossing‑guard position (unanimous)
• Appointed Andrew Giesman to Board of Library Directors (unanimous)
• Removed John Kudrna from Uniform Construction Code Board of Appeals (unanimous)
• Appointed Jeff Mang and Robert Breisinger to Uniform Construction Code Board of Appeals (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 32‑2025 appointing Kenneth Puglisi as regular Zoning Hearing Board member (unanimous)

Council

The council will consider routine approvals such as the monthly bills, payroll, and meeting minutes from September. It will vote on several appointments and resolutions, including a permanent police officer appointment, library and civil service board seats, and adoption of resolutions for pension fund allocation, fire relief distribution, and garbage collection fees of $88.65 per quarter effective Jan 1, 2026. Additional items include authorizing police vehicle purchases for 2026, approving contracts and change orders for road, stormwater, and CCTV projects, and authorizing the sale of surplus equipment under $2,000.

• Adopt Resolution 35-2025 setting garbage and rubbish collection fees at $88.65 per quarter ($354.60 annually) effective Jan 1, 2026
• Adopt Resolution 33-2025 allocating $406,605.80 from the General Municipal Pension System State Aid, with the borough contributing $44,315.20
• Approve Change Order No. 1 to A. Merante Contracting, Inc. for $7,709.96 for excavation on the Beams Run Road Stormwater Repair Project
• Approve Application for Payment No. 2 and Final to A. Merante Contracting, Inc. for $18,058.96 for work on the Beams Run Road Stormwater Repair Project
• Approve Work Authorization for additional work on the Frank Street project up to $4,000.00

The October 1, 2025 council meeting consisted mainly of reports and informational presentations. No votes or formal approvals were recorded in the minutes. Items such as the Gill Hall park master plan, appointments, and budget allocations were discussed but no outcomes were documented.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering recommendations for a new warehouse and several subdivision plans. The body will also review the Comprehensive Plan recommendations.

• Preliminary land development plan for a 3,500 sq ft warehouse at Cherry Street (SP-1-2024)
• Preliminary and final minor subdivision plan for Jefferson United Presbyterian Church at 710 & 716 Gill Hall Road (S-4-2025)
• Preliminary and final minor subdivision for Obillo Plan No.1 at Fourth Street (S-5-2025)
• Preliminary and final minor subdivision for Dowling Properties, Inc. at 1000 Gill Hall Road (S-6-2025)
• Review of Comprehensive Plan Recommendations

The commission unanimously approved the preliminary and final minor subdivision plan $-4-2025 for the Jefferson United Presbyterian Church at 71 & 716 Gill Hall Road. Three other subdivision proposals and a garage development recommendation were tabled until the October meeting. The minutes from the August 26 meeting were also approved unanimously.

• Approved preliminary & final minor subdivision plan $-4-2025 (Jefferson United Presbyterian Church) – unanimous
• Tabled recommendation to Council for SP-1-2024 Trbovich Garage Building – unanimous
• Tabled preliminary & final minor subdivision plan §-5-2025 Obillo Plan No.1 – unanimous
• Tabled recommendation to Council for S-6-2025 Dowling Subdivision Plan – unanimous
• Approved minutes of August 26, 2025 meeting – unanimous

Council

The Council voted unanimously to re‑advertise one vacant seat on the Jefferson Hills Civil Service Commission. The Council also decided to hire BP Pro Clean to perform a two‑day deep cleaning of the Gill Hall Park building on September 15‑16, closing the facility during that time.

• Re‑advertise one seat on the Civil Service Commission (unanimous)
• Approve hiring BP Pro Clean to clean Gill Hall Park building (no vote recorded)

Council

The Jefferson Hills Borough Council met on September 3, 2025, with President Steffey calling the meeting to order. Reports were given on the public library, the comprehensive plan, and various department updates. Agenda items included discussions on monthly bills, payroll, minutes, civil service commission swearing‑ins, a parks laborer hire, a library director vacancy, and pension obligations, but the minutes do not record any approvals, denials, or votes on these items.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider recommendations for a new warehouse on Cherry Street and a special exception for PA American Water Company on Ridge Road. The body will also review three minor subdivision and lot line revision plans.

• SP-1-2024: Proposed 3,500 sq ft warehouse and driveway at Cherry Street
• PA American Water Company: Special exception request for pressure reducing valve vault on Ridge Road
• S-4-2025: Subdivision plan for Jefferson United Presbyterian Church at 710 & 716 Gill Hall Road
• S-5-2025: Subdivision plan for Obillo Plan No.1 on Fourth Street
• S-3-2025: Lot line revision for Castors’ Farm on Castor Lane

The commission unanimously approved a recommendation to the Zoning Hearing Board for a special‑exception request by PA American Water Company to replace an underground pressure‑reducing valve vault in the R‑1 district on Ridge Road. It also approved an 8‑0‑1 lot‑line revision plan (S‑3‑2025) for Castor Farm Associates. The commission unanimously tabled several subdivision and development applications, including the Trbovich Garage plan (SP‑1‑2024) and minor subdivision plans S‑4‑2025 and S‑5‑2025, moving them to the September meeting. Additionally, the commission accepted AUUE Inc.’s withdrawal of the SP‑9‑2018 UPMC South application and approved the prior meeting minutes.

• Approved recommendation to Zoning Hearing Board for PA American Water special‑exception (unanimous)
• Approved lot‑line revision plan S‑3‑2025 – 8" Castors’ Farm revision (8‑0‑1)
• Tabled preliminary land development plan SP‑1‑2024 Trbovich Garage (until September)
• Accepted AUUE Inc. withdrawal of SP‑9‑2018 UPMC South application (unanimous)
• Tabled minor subdivision plan S‑4‑2025 – Jefferson United Presbyterian Church (until September)
• Tabled minor subdivision plan S‑5‑2025 – Obillo Plan No.1 (until September)

Council

The council adopted several key actions, including a $1,085,040.14 grant for the Peters Creek Road Rehabilitation Project and a new truck‑size restriction ordinance. It also approved the snow and ice agreement for the next three winters, funded the public library with $256,000, and ratified the purchase of Parcel 1006‑R‑3 for $130,000. All motions were carried, with the snow‑and‑ice agreement passing 6‑1.

• Adopted Allegheny County Snow and Ice Agreement for 2025‑2028 (6‑1, motion carried)
• Distributed $256,000.00 to Jefferson Hills Public Library (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 921 amending truck size restrictions (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 26‑2025 authorizing $1,085,040.14 grant for Peters Creek Road Rehabilitation (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 27‑2025 adopting the Emergency Operations Plan (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 28‑2025 ratifying purchase of Parcel 1006‑R‑3 for $130,000.00 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 29‑2025 authorizing $292,000.00 GEDTF grant for Tepe Park Improvements – Phase 1 (unanimous)
• Approved Developer’s Agreement with Maronda Homes, LLC for the Frank Street project (unanimous)

Council

The council recognized Sergeant Stephanie Behers's retirement and presented her with a plaque. Reports from fire, finance, public works and police were noted as on file. Members discussed future agenda items including a developer agreement for Frank Street, vac‑truck rental agreements, and the snow and ice contract, but no votes or approvals were recorded.

• Recognized Sergeant Stephanie Behers's retirement (no vote recorded)

Council

The council unanimously adopted a Traffic Calming Policy and a Convex Mirrors Policy. It authorized an application for a $398,750 grant from the Multimodal Transportation Fund for the Jefferson Hills Pedestrian Safety Enhancement Initiative. The council also approved a $10,000 settlement with Heritage Hills and several procurement contracts for police, fire, and park improvements.

• Approved monthly bills (unanimous)
• Approved monthly payroll (unanimous)
• Adopted Traffic Calming Policy (unanimous)
• Adopted Convex Mirrors Policy (unanimous)
• Authorized application to Multimodal Transportation Fund for $398,750.00 Pedestrian Safety Enhancement Initiative (unanimous)
• Authorized settlement agreement with Heritage Hills for $10,000.00 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 20 Microsoft Office 365 G3 licenses for police at $5,400.00 (unanimous)
• Awarded Evey Hardware contract for Hydroblox at Andrew Reilly Memorial Park Field 1 for $9,290.00 (unanimous)

Council

The Council voted to table the agenda item honoring Sergeant Stephanie Behers, who retired after 20 years of service. No other formal actions or approvals were recorded; the meeting focused on reports, a conceptual plan for Tepe Park, and discussion of grant and sewer‑inspection proposals.

• Tabled recognition of Sergeant Stephanie Behers (no vote recorded)

Environmental Advisory Council

The council reviewed the borough’s draft Comprehensive Plan and invited comments within two weeks. Members discussed the Beam Run Valley walk, grant opportunities, and updates on local mining and steel operations. No motions were voted on or approved during the meeting.

Council

The council heard reports on fire, engineering, finance, public works, police, and the manager. They discussed upcoming proclamations, sewer system updates, park improvements, and potential agenda items for a sewage rate ordinance and zoning amendment, but no motions were voted on or approved.

Council

The council unanimously approved monthly bills and payroll, accepted the resignation of Public Works employee Matthew Robich, and adopted several resolutions including a $418,805.50 grant and a $7,500,000.00 future bond plan for capital expenditures. It also authorized a no‑parking ordinance amendment, a negotiation to purchase Parcel 1006‑R‑3 up to $175,000.00, awarded a $120,940.00 stormwater repair contract, and joined the Allegheny County Vacant Property Recovery Program.

• Promoted Officer Bailey Fertig and Officer Nicholas Sell to Sergeant (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Matthew Robich from Public Works (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 17-2025 for $418,805.50 GTRP grant (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 18-2025 to reimburse future obligations up to $7,500,000.00 for capital expenditures (unanimous)
• Authorized Solicitor to prepare and advertise amendments to Ordinance No. 900 (no‑parking areas) (unanimous)
• Authorized negotiation to purchase Parcel 1006‑R‑3 up to $175,000.00 (unanimous)
• Awarded Beams Run Road Stormwater Repair Project to A Merente Contracting, Inc., $120,940.00 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 19-2025 to join Allegheny County Vacant Property Recovery Program (unanimous)

Council

The council adopted a resolution to reimburse the borough with up to $7.5 million from future bond proceeds for capital expenditures. It also approved a $418,805.50 grant application to the Greenways, Trails, and Recreation Program. The council hired Seth Gantt as a Parks Laborer unanimously and authorized the purchase negotiation for Parcel 1006‑R‑3 up to $175,000. Additional actions included accepting a resignation, authorizing a no‑parking ordinance amendment, and approving monthly bills and payroll.

• Adopted Resolution No. 18‑2025 to reimburse the borough up to $7,500,000 for capital projects (adopted)
• Adopted Resolution No. 16‑2025 to apply for a $418,805.50 GTRP grant (adopted)
• Hired Seth Gantt as Parks Laborer, motion carried unanimously
• Authorized negotiation to purchase Parcel 1006‑R‑3 for up to $175,000 (authorized)
• Authorized the solicitor to prepare and advertise amendments to Ordinance No. 900 (authorized)
• Accepted the resignation of Matthew Robich from the borough (accepted)
• Approved the monthly bills (approved)
• Approved the monthly payroll (approved)

Recreation Board

The board reviewed plans for Fish for Fun Day on April 27, a Community Day in June with a $30,000 budget, and Rocktoberfest in October. Assignments for supplies, vendors, and logistics were noted, but no formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

Council

The council approved the monthly bills and payroll, hired a new camp director, and made several contract and ordinance approvals. They adopted a resolution for public records disposition and awarded the major paving contract. All actions were carried unanimously.

• Approved monthly bills (unanimous)
• Hired Lauren Giansante as Camp Director (unanimous)
• Appointed Patrick Prosser to Economic Development Commission (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 16-2025 for public records disposition (unanimous)
• Approved $3,040 estimate for wireless bridge at Andrew Reilly Memorial Park (unanimous)
• Approved $22,242 purchase of playground equipment for Gill Hall Park (unanimous)
• Awarded 2025 Paving Program contract to Tresco Paving for $930,415.90 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 919 vacating portion of Second Avenue (unanimous)

Council

The council approved the Girl Scouts’ proposal to create a pollinator garden in Gill Hall Community Park. Council President Steffey asked for a thumbs‑up or thumbs‑down and the members gave a thumbs‑up. The troop plans to begin work at their April 14 meeting.

• Approved pollinator garden at Gill Hall Community Park (thumbs‑up)

Council

The council held a public hearing on a request by Ned Trbovich to vacate an unused portion of Second Avenue and an adjacent alley. No action on the application was taken. The meeting was adjourned at 6:37 p.m. on a motion carried unanimously.

Environmental Advisory Council

The Environmental Advisory Council nominated and unanimously confirmed Rick Moore as chairperson, Tom Donohue as secretary, and Kevin Polick as a council member. The council recorded the resignation of Dave Mares and announced that the position has been advertised.

• Rick Moore nominated and unanimously confirmed as chairperson
• Tom Donohue nominated and unanimously confirmed as secretary
• Kevin Polick nominated and unanimously confirmed as council member
• Dave Mares resignation noted; vacancy advertised

Recreation Board

The Recreation Board discussed and assigned responsibilities for the Easter Egg Hunt, Fish for Fun Day, Community Day, and other upcoming activities. No votes or formal approvals were recorded; the items were noted as assignments and plans. The Treasurer reported $11,814.67 to be transferred and noted that PayPal activation needs confirmation. Future council voting on hiring two site directors for summer recreation was mentioned.

• Tom and Dawn to transfer $11,814.67 to the bank
• Rec to purchase 1‑2 whiteboards with easels
• Ice cream truck confirmed for the Easter Egg Hunt
• Hilary to order a handwash station for Port A Johns
• Melissa will add Dawn, Nikki, and Kate to Facebook/Instagram accounts
• Council will vote in April on hiring two site directors for summer recreation
• Fish for Fun Day scheduled for Sunday, April 27
• PayPal account activation to be confirmed