Oxford public meetings in 2021

Borough Council

The Oxford Borough Council will hold hearings and vote on ordinances amending street and self-storage regulations, adopt the 2022 general and water budgets, and set the tax levy. They will also consider approving escrow releases for the Sycamore Crossing development and awarding a construction contract for the Streetscapes IV project. Several routine reports and committee minutes are also on the agenda.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 21 (Streets, Sidewalks, Curbs)
• Ordinance amending Chapter 27 (Self-Service Storage Warehouses)
• Adopt 2022 General and Water Budgets
• Resolution 1325-2021 Tax Levy
• Award Streetscapes IV construction contract to Flyway Excavating, Inc. up to $1,284,294

The council adopted the 2022 General and Water Budgets and Resolution 1325-2021 setting the tax levy at 12 mills. It also approved the Streetscapes IV construction contract award to Flyway Excavating, Inc. for up to $1,284,294, contingent on grantor approval, and rejected DePaul and Company's bid as nonresponsive. Several ordinances were adopted, including amendments to Chapter 21 (curbs) and Chapter 27 (self-service storage warehouses).

• Adopted 2022 General and Water Budgets
• Adopted Resolution 1325-2021 setting tax levy at 12 mills
• Awarded Streetscapes IV contract to Flyway Excavating, Inc. up to $1,284,294 (contingent on grantor approval)
• Rejected DePaul and Company bid as nonresponsive
• Adopted ordinance amending Chapter 21 (curbs, code enforcement officer)
• Adopted ordinance amending Chapter 27 (self-service storage warehouses)
• Approved Sycamore Crossing escrow releases totaling $523,113
• Approved HARB recommendations for four properties

Borough Council

The Oxford Borough Council is meeting to vote on several agenda items, including approving agreements with the Union Fire Company and its ambulance division, adopting a fund balance policy, and accepting a council member's resignation. They will also discuss a traffic calming policy and a community rain barrel program.

• Union Fire Company No. 1 2022 Agreement for $73,511.00
• Union Fire Company No. 1 Ambulance Division 2022 Agreement for $69,528.00
• Resolution #1323-2021 adopting a policy governing fund balances
• Resolution #1324-2021 approving modification of Sycamore Crossing Phase II plans (street trees)
• Extension request for Sycamore Crossing Phases 6 & 7 to May 31, 2022

The council approved the 2022 Union Fire Company No. 1 agreement for $73,511.00 and the ambulance division agreement, both to be paid after tax revenues are received. It also approved Resolution #1323-2021 adopting a fund balance policy, Resolution #1324-2021 modifying recorded approved plans, and accepted Councilwoman Amanda Birdwell's resignation from the OMI Board, appointing Borough Manager Pauline Garcia-Allen as her replacement. The council also approved advertising an ordinance for the non-uniform pension and the HARB recommendation for 401 Market Street.

• Approved Union Fire Company No. 1 2022 Agreement for $73,511.00
• Approved Union Fire Company No. 1 Ambulance Division 2022 Agreement
• Approved Resolution #1323-2021 adopting a fund balance policy
• Approved Resolution #1324-2021 modifying recorded approved plans
• Accepted Councilwoman Amanda Birdwell's resignation from OMI Board
• Appointed Borough Manager Pauline Garcia-Allen as OMI Board representative
• Approved advertising ordinance re: Non-Uniform Pension
• Approved HARB recommendation for 401 Market Street

Borough Council

The Oxford Borough Council is holding its regular meeting with several public hearings and motions. Key actions include adopting two ordinances (one on fire police activities, one on zoning hearing board procedures), a resolution for hazard mitigation, and authorizing a bid for a streetscape project. The council will also consider a lease agreement with a wireless company and approve a fund balance policy, among other routine reports.

• Ordinance 945-2021 amending fire company authorized activities re: fire police
• Ordinance 946-2021 amending zoning hearing board procedures and conditional use standards
• Resolution 1321-2021 Chester County Hazard Mitigation Municipal Resolution
• Resolution 1322-2021 authorizing participation in Delaware Valley Workers Compensation Trust
• Motion to approve lease agreement with New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC

The Oxford Borough Council adopted two ordinances: one authorizing fire police operations at non-dispatched events and another updating zoning hearing board procedures, including expanded notification to property owners within 500 feet. The council also approved resolutions for hazard mitigation and workers' compensation trust participation, a fund balance policy, and authorized bidding for the Streetscapes IV project. A lease agreement with New Cingular Wireless was approved pending structural analysis confirmation.

• Adopted Ordinance 945-2021 authorizing fire police operations at non-dispatched events
• Adopted Ordinance 946-2021 amending zoning hearing board procedures and notification requirements
• Adopted Resolution 1321-2021 for Chester County Hazard Mitigation
• Adopted Resolution 1322-2021 for Delaware Valley Workers Compensation Trust participation
• Approved Fund Balance Policy to keep fund balances above 15%
• Authorized SSM to go out to bid for Streetscapes IV Transit Center Access Improvement Project
• Approved lease agreement with New Cingular Wireless for $25,000/year, pending structural analysis
• Approved HARB recommendations for 312 Market Street, 172 N. Third, and 620 Spear

Historical Architectural Review Board

The Oxford Historical Architectural Review Board recommended that borough council grant Certificates of Appropriateness for signage and window work at three properties. The board also set items for review at the December meeting, including a property application and a procedure for emergency repairs.

• Recommended Certificate of Appropriateness for 312 Market Street signage replacement
• Recommended Certificate of Appropriateness for 172 N. Third Street window replacement with conditions (retain pediments/sills, matching profiles, 2-over-2 lite pattern)
• Recommended Certificate of Appropriateness for 620 Spear Street signage replacement, with caution about electrical wire and lighting hours
• Deferred review of 526 Broad Street application to December meeting (owner's representative absent)

Borough Council

The Council will consider several motions regarding new or amended ordinances, including regulations for crossing guards, curbs, and self-service storage warehouses. The meeting also includes a motion to accept a civil service eligibility list for the Oxford Police Department Sergeant position.

• Ordinance regarding Crossing Guards
• Ordinance amending §1-502 regarding Fire Police activities
• Ordinance regarding Self Service Storage Warehouses
• Civil Service Resolution #2021-002 for OPD Sergeant eligibility list
• Ordinance amending Chapter 21 regarding Curbs

Oxford Borough Council met on November 1, 2021, and took several actions. Council directed the solicitor to prepare an ordinance regarding crossing guards, following discussions with the school district about responsibility for hiring and training. Council also authorized advertising ordinances on fire police activities, self-service storage warehouses, and curbs, and accepted a Civil Service resolution for a police sergeant eligibility list. Additionally, Council ratified listing the Borough as grantee in Oxford Mainstreet Inc.'s RACP application and directed codes to consider adopting the International Fire Code.

• Authorized advertising Ordinance 945-2021 amending fire police activities (carried)
• Authorized solicitor to prepare crossing guard ordinance (carried)
• Authorized advertising ordinance on self-service storage warehouses (carried)
• Accepted Civil Service Resolution #2021-002 for police sergeant eligibility list (carried)
• Ratified listing Borough as grantee in OMI's RACP application (carried)
• Authorized advertising ordinance amending Chapter 21 on curbs (carried)
• Directed codes to prepare ordinance adopting International Fire Code (carried)

Borough Council

The Oxford Borough Council is meeting to vote on several items, including emergency stormwater repairs, traffic signal equipment, and appointments to boards and pension plans. They will also discuss the 2022 budget and consider resolutions on hospital closure and a social media policy.

• Emergency stormwater repairs from Gessler Construction for $48,000
• Video detection equipment for 3rd Street/Market Street and 3rd Street/Hodgson Street for $15,730 from Liquid Fuels Fund
• Appoint Pauline Garcia-Allen as CAO of pension plans and as representative to Chester County Tax Collection Committee
• Resolution No. 1319-2021 regarding closing of Jennersville Hospital
• Escrow Release No. 2 for Sycamore Crossing Phase 3 in amount of $44,275

Council approved Resolution No. 1319-2021 opposing the closing of Jennersville Hospital, emphasizing its importance to community health. They also approved several other items including emergency stormwater repairs, video detection equipment, and appointments. The meeting included discussions on the 2022 budget and school crossing guards.

• Approved Resolution No. 1319-2021 opposing Jennersville Hospital closure
• Approved $48,000 emergency stormwater repairs by Gessler Construction
• Approved $15,730 video detection equipment for 3rd & Market and 3rd & Hodgson intersections
• Approved Pauline Garcia-Allen as CAO of pension plans and OASA representative (5-2)
• Approved advertising of zoning ordinance amendment re: notice requirements
• Approved Final Land Development Plans for John Walsh
• Approved HARB recommendations for six properties with conditions
• Approved Resolution No. 1320-2021 adopting Social Media Policy

Historical Architectural Review Board

The Historical Architectural Review Board will review proposed exterior changes to several buildings, including windows, siding, and signage. The board will also address procedures for emergency repairs or work completed without prior review.

• 32 South Fourth Street: Windows
• 46 South Third Street: Façade and sign
• 426 Market Street: Siding and window
• 546 Broad Street: Siding, windows, and soffit
• Review of procedures for emergency repairs or unreviewed work

The Oxford Historical Architectural Review Board voted to recommend that borough council grant Certificates of Appropriateness for six properties, each with specific conditions. The properties are 16 S. Third Street (roof replacement), 46 S. Third Street (facade and window changes), 32 S. 6th Street (window and siding replacement), 27 N. 4th Street (porch repairs), 546 Broad Street (gutter and shingle work), and 426 Market Street (window, siding, and porch work). Conditions include matching materials, retaining architectural details, and preconstruction meetings for some projects.

• Recommended approval for 16 S. Third Street: roof replacement.
• Recommended approval for 46 S. Third Street: stucco facade, aluminum storefront windows, retain pilasters/awnings/light, roof coping color to match.
• Recommended approval for 32 S. 6th Street: window replacement and vinyl siding to match existing, with Azek trim.
• Recommended approval for 27 N. 4th Street: porch flooring, posts, steps, railing, and soffit replaced in kind; preconstruction meeting recommended.
• Recommended approval for 546 Broad Street: gutter replacement, shingle repair, retain trim; preconstruction meeting recommended.
• Recommended approval for 426 Market Street: new windows, vinyl siding, gutter and trim work, retain center porch post and railing.

Borough Council

The Oxford Borough Council is meeting to consider several administrative actions, including appointing a new borough manager effective October 25, 2021, and approving a contract for that position. They will also vote on an ordinance amending authorized activities of the fire company, and consider an escrow release of $17,416.95 to Tasty Baking/Flower Foods, Inc. The agenda includes public comment periods and standard procedural items.

• Motion to adopt Ordinance 945-2021 amending §1-502, Authorized Activities of Fire Company
• Motion to appoint Borough Manager effective October 25, 2021
• Motion to approve contract for Borough Manager effective October 25, 2021
• Motion to approve escrow release of $17,416.95 to Tasty Baking/Flower Foods, Inc.
• Motion to approve HARB Recommendation for 612 Market Street

The Oxford Borough Council appointed Pauline D. Garcia-Allen as Borough Manager effective October 25, 2021, and approved her contract. The Council also approved an escrow release of $97,190.00 to Tasty Baking/Flower Foods, Inc., and agreed to send a letter opposing the closure of Jennersville Hospital. Ordinance 945-2021 regarding fire company activities was tabled.

• Appointed Pauline D. Garcia-Allen as Borough Manager effective October 25, 2021
• Approved contract with Pauline Garcia-Allen for Borough Manager
• Dissolved the Search Committee effective October 4, 2021
• Approved HARB recommendation for 512 Market Street
• Approved escrow release of $97,190.00 to Tasty Baking/Flower Foods, Inc.
• Tabled Ordinance 945-2021 amending fire company authorized activities
• Agreed to send letter opposing Jennersville Hospital closure

Borough Council

The Oxford Borough Council is meeting to vote on several financial and administrative items, including pension plan contributions, a water main replacement payment, and various special event permits. They will also discuss a development proposal and a sidewalk cost-sharing concept.

• Approve 2022 Minimum Municipal Obligation for Police Pension Plan $127,227.81
• Approve Payment No. 1 of $82,890.00 to Eagle Contracting & Landscaping for 2021 Water Main Replacement
• Approve Escrow Releases for Sycamore Crossing Phase 3 ($272,105.00), Phase 5A ($42,373.00), Phase 5B ($33,539.00)
• Approve License and Service Agreement with Civic Plus for website services, annual cost $3,195.05
• Approve Police Chief's request to re-allocate funds for handguns ($8,109.80) and a patrol car ($34,675.00)

The Oxford Borough Council approved the 2022 Minimum Municipal Obligations for the non-uniformed employee pension plan ($44,606.98) and the police pension plan ($127,227.81). They also approved a police chief's request to reallocate 2021 budget funds for handguns ($8,109.80) and a patrol car ($34,675.00). Several other items were approved, including a professional services agreement with Meliora Design, extension requests for Sycamore Crossing Phases 6 & 7, special event applications for homecoming and Halloween parades, and multiple payments and escrow releases. The council tabled Ordinance 945-2021 regarding fire company activities.

• Approved 2022 Minimum Municipal Obligation for the Non-Uniformed Employee Pension Plan ($44,606.98).
• Approved 2022 Minimum Municipal Obligation for the Police Pension Plan ($127,227.81).
• Approved Police Chief's request to re-allocate 2021 budget funds for handguns ($8,109.80) and a patrol car ($34,675.00).
• Tabled Ordinance 945-2021 amending authorized activities of the fire company.
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with Meliora Design for the Green Streets, Green Jobs, Green Towns Grant Program.
• Approved extension requests for Sycamore Crossing Phases 6 & 7.
• Approved special event applications for the Oxford Area High School Homecoming Parade (Oct 8) and the Halloween Parade (Oct 28).
• Approved Payment No. 1 of $82,890.00 to Eagle Contracting & Landscaping for the 2021 Water Main Replacement.

Borough Council

The Oxford Borough Council will ratify a $387,125 contract with Eagle Contracting & Landscaping, Inc. for the 2021 Water Main Replacement Project. The agenda includes motions to approve a final land development plan, amend zoning ordinances for self-service storage warehouses, and adopt an ordinance regarding fire company activities. Additionally, the council will accept resignations from police and sewer authority board members.

• Ratify $387,125 agreement with Eagle Contracting & Landscaping, Inc. for 2021 Water Main Replacement Project
• Approve Final Land Development Plan for John Walsh (Franklin South Properties – LLC) with waiver from Section 22-502
• Authorize 247 review of Ordinance Amending Chapter 27, Zoning, Regarding Self-Service Storage Warehouse
• Adopt Ordinance 945-2021 Amending §1-502, Authorized Activities of Fire Company
• Approve Professional Services Agreement with Meliora Design for Green Streets, Green Jobs, Green Towns Grant Program

Oxford Borough Council tabled Ordinance 945-2021 regarding fire company authorized activities after the fire chief raised objections, and approved a $387,125 water main replacement contract with Eagle Contracting. The council also approved a final land development plan for John Walsh (Franklin South Properties) subject to addressing review comments, and accepted resignations from a part-time police officer and a sewer authority board representative.

• Approved $387,125 water main replacement contract with Eagle Contracting & Landscaping (motion carried)
• Tabled Ordinance 945-2021 on fire company authorized activities to September meeting (motion carried)
• Approved final land development plan for John Walsh/Franklin South Properties, subject to SSM review comments (motion carried)
• Granted waiver from Section 22-502 (plan scale) for John Walsh plan (motion carried)
• Approved special assignment of fire police to Lower Oxford Township for hazardous waste event (motion carried)
• Accepted resignation of Officer Joshua Lowery, part-time police officer (motion carried)
• Accepted resignation of Parley Hess from Oxford Area Sewer Authority Board (motion carried)
• Authorized 24/7 review of zoning ordinance amendments on self-service storage and hearing procedures (motions carried)

Borough Council

The Oxford Borough Council will vote on several resolutions and ordinances, including terminating the emergency declaration, supporting a grant application for street safety improvements, and amending the antidiscrimination ordinance. They will also discuss sidewalk funding, parking passes, and other administrative matters.

• Resolution #1315-2021 terminating emergency declaration
• Resolution #1316-2021 supporting grant application for Hodgson and Eighth Street safety improvements
• Ordinance #943-2021 amending antidiscrimination section 1-901
• Ordinance amendment to authorize fire company participation in certain events
• HARB recommendations for 39 West Locust, 204 North 3rd, and 38 South Third Streets

Council voted to authorize the solicitor to attend and participate in the Zoning Hearing Board regarding Ware Presbyterian Homes' application, with concerns about traffic and building shadows. They also adopted resolutions to terminate the emergency declaration, support a grant application for street safety improvements, accept endowment fund terms, and establish a police internship. An ordinance amendment on anti-discrimination was adopted, and the fire company's request for a knox-box ordinance was referred to the Codes Committee.

• Authorized solicitor attendance at Zoning Hearing Board for Ware Presbyterian Homes application
• Adopted Resolution #1315-2021 terminating the emergency declaration
• Adopted Resolution #1316-2021 supporting grant application for Hodgson and Eighth Street safety improvements
• Adopted Resolution #1317-2021 accepting endowment fund terms for police accreditation consultant
• Adopted Resolution #1318-2021 establishing a police internship position
• Authorized advertising of ordinance amendment for fire company participation in events, with 'funeral' removed
• Adopted Ordinance #943-2021 amending anti-discrimination section to include consultants and contractors
• Approved HARB recommendations for properties on West Locust and North/South Third Streets

Borough Council

The Oxford Borough Council and Planning Commission held a special informational meeting on June 9, 2021, to introduce the proposed Moran Tract Active Adult Subdivision by Frost Development. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was for the developer to present plans and for residents to ask questions and voice concerns. The council approved the agenda and adjourned, with no votes on the development itself.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Oxford Borough Council will consider several new items, including awarding a $387,125 contract for the 2021 Water Main Replacement Project, approving $10,000 for police accreditation consulting, granting an extension for Sycamore Crossing phases 6 and 7, and authorizing an ordinance amendment on antidiscrimination. They will also discuss establishing a sidewalk fund and adopting a resolution on an Open Records Officer for police.

• Award $387,125 to Eagle Contracting & Landscaping for 2021 Water Main Replacement
• Retain Rodgers Group for police accreditation consulting at $10,000 from Council Endowment Fund
• Grant extension for Sycamore Crossing Phases 6 & 7 through September 21, 2021
• Authorize advertising ordinance amending Section 1-901, Antidiscrimination
• Adopt Resolution 1314-2021 regarding Open Records Officer – Police

Council approved a $387,125 contract for the 2021 Water Main Replacement Project, retained the Rodgers Group for police accreditation consulting at $10,000, and granted a construction extension for Sycamore Crossing Phases 6 & 7. They also authorized advertising an ordinance amendment to expand anti-discrimination language, and voted 6-1 to investigate establishing a sidewalk fund. All votes were recorded as carried unless noted.

• Approved $387,125 water main contract to Eagle Contracting & Landscaping (carried)
• Approved $10,000 police accreditation consulting with Rodgers Group (carried)
• Granted Sycamore Crossing Phases 6 & 7 extension to Sept 21, 2021 (carried)
• Authorized advertising ordinance amending anti-discrimination section (carried)
• Approved investigating sidewalk fund mechanisms (6-1, Hershey no)
• Adopted Resolution 1314-2021 naming Chief Iacono as Right-to-Know Officer (carried)

Borough Council

The Oxford Borough Council is meeting virtually to consider several new items, including a $30,000 contract for police accreditation, two memoranda of understanding regarding healthcare coverage for police and employee associations, and a resolution to join the Delaware Valley Health Trust. They will also hold a hearing on an antidiscrimination ordinance, approve special event permits for First Friday events, and make appointments to the Planning Commission. Public comment is limited to 3 minutes per speaker.

• Contract with The Rogers Group for police accreditation, $30,000 paid in monthly installments of $2,500 from the Borough Council Endowment Fund
• Memorandum of Understanding with Oxford Police Association for healthcare coverage
• Memorandum of Understanding with Oxford Employee Association for healthcare coverage
• Resolution to enter Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement with Delaware Valley Health Trust
• Hearing and motion to adopt Ordinance #943-2021 on antidiscrimination

The Oxford Borough Council tabled a $30,000 contract with The Rogers Group for police accreditation until the first Monday of June, after concerns about costs and funding. Council approved two memorandums of understanding for healthcare coverage with police and employee associations, and a resolution to join the Delaware Valley Health Trust, which is expected to save $29,000. They also adopted an antidiscrimination ordinance, approved special event permits for First Friday in July and August, and appointed two members to the Planning Commission.

• Tabled $30,000 police accreditation contract with The Rogers Group (5-2)
• Approved MOU with Oxford Police Association for healthcare coverage
• Approved MOU with Oxford Employee Association for healthcare coverage
• Approved resolution to join Delaware Valley Health Trust
• Adopted Ordinance #943-2021 on antidiscrimination
• Approved Special Event Permit for First Friday July
• Approved Special Event Permit for First Friday August
• Appointed Robert Glisson and C. Randy Teel to Planning Commission

Borough Council

The Oxford Borough Council is meeting virtually to consider several action items, including approving East Nottingham Township's request for workers' compensation coverage for a fireworks event, adopting a WalkWorks resolution, and approving free parking at the Transit Center on Election Day. The council will also discuss the MS4 program, a newsletter process, a tax collector report, and a comprehensive planning task force meeting.

• Workers' comp coverage for D'Ambrosio fireworks event on May 28, 2021
• Adopt WalkWorks Resolution
• Free parking in Transit Center on May 18, 2021 (Election Day)
• Discussion: MS4 Program
• Discussion: Tax Collector Report

The Oxford Borough Council held a virtual meeting on May 3, 2021, and approved several routine items: providing workers' compensation coverage for the fire department at a fireworks event, adopting the WalkWorks resolution, and allowing free parking at the Transit Center on Election Day. The council also discussed the MS4 stormwater plan, a potential bike trail grant, and other topics, but took no final action on those items.

• Approved East Nottingham Township's request for workers' comp coverage for the D'Ambrosio Fireworks event (motion carried)
• Adopted WalkWorks Resolution with Borough Manager as designated official (motion carried)
• Approved free parking at Transit Center on May 18, 2021 Election Day (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of April 19, 2021 (motion carried)
• Adopted agenda as amended (motion carried)

Borough Council

The Oxford Borough Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed ordinance to prohibit on-street parking on both sides of Market Street between Fifth Street and the Eastern Borough line. The council will also vote on the 2021-2024 Non-Uniform Employees' Association contract, an antidiscrimination ordinance, and a $37,245 payment for the North Second Street Utility Improvements project. Additionally, they will consider a special event permit for the OMI Car Show and approve proposals for an elevator camera totaling $8,300.

• Public hearing on ordinance prohibiting on-street parking on Market St. between Fifth St. and Eastern Borough line
• Motion to approve 2021-2024 Non-Uniform Employees' Association Contract
• Motion to authorize advertising ordinance creating Part 9, Antidiscrimination, §1-901
• Motion to approve BP Paterson Inc. Pay Application #3 for $37,245.00 for North Second Street Utility Improvements
• Motion to approve proposals for elevator camera: $4,500 (Emergent Energy Solutions) and $3,800 (Otis Elevator Company), total $8,300

Oxford Borough Council adopted an ordinance prohibiting on-street parking on both sides of Market Street between Fifth Street and the eastern borough line, with a 6-1 roll call vote. Council also approved the 2021-2024 Non-Uniform Employees' Association Contract, which includes hourly wage increases and a change in dependent age to 26. Several other items were approved, including a special event permit for the OMI Car Show, elevator camera installation, a pay application for the North Second Street project, and authorization to advertise for bids for the 2021 Water System Improvement Project.

• Adopted ordinance prohibiting on-street parking on Market St. between Fifth St. and eastern borough line (6-1)
• Approved 2021-2024 Non-Uniform Employees' Association Contract with wage increases and dependent age change to 26
• Approved special event permit for OMI Car Show on September 3, 2021
• Approved elevator camera installation by Emergent Energy Solutions ($4,500) and Otis Elevator Company ($3,800)
• Approved BP Patterson Pay Application #3 for $37,245.45 for North Second Street Utility Improvements
• Authorized SSM to advertise for bids for 2021 Water System Improvement Project
• Approved HARB recommendation for 238 S. 5th Street
• Approved minutes of April 5, 2021 with corrections

Borough Council

The Oxford Borough Council approved several appointments and contracts, including hiring Karlianna Eller as a full-time police officer (with one nay vote), appointing Dan Meixell to the Oxford Area Recreational Authority, and approving a $20,191.55 pay application for the North Second Street project. The council also authorized advertising an ordinance to prohibit on-street parking on Market Street and agreed to apply for a WalkWorks Planning Grant.

• Hired Karlianna Eller as full-time police officer (1 nay)
• Approved $20,191.55 pay application to BP Patterson for North Second Street project
• Appointed Dan Meixell to Oxford Area Recreational Authority (2021-2025)
• Approved appointments to Comprehensive Plan Task Force
• Accepted resignation of Lorraine Bell from Planning Commission
• Approved Richard M. Herbert to Planning Commission
• Authorized advertising ordinance to ban on-street parking on Market Street
• Agreed to apply for WalkWorks Planning Grant

Borough Council

The Oxford Borough Council is meeting virtually to vote on several items, including approving Sycamore Crossing Phases 6 & 7, requesting Civil Service Commission promotion testing for police positions, and authorizing the sale/settlement of 401 Market Street. They will also consider HARB recommendations for properties on Market, Locust, Broad, and South 4th Streets, and discuss items like a borough-wide yard sale and a sidewalk fund.

• Motion to approve Sycamore Crossing Phases 6 & 7
• Motion to request Civil Service Commission promotion testing for police positions
• Motion to approve Resolution 1310-2021 authorizing sale/settlement of 401 Market Street
• HARB recommendations for 632 Market St, 221 Locust St, 521 Broad St, 115 S 4th St
• Motion to change parking on South Market Street (Code 15-403)

The Oxford Borough Council approved a resolution authorizing the sale of 401 Market Street for $225,000 after a second bidding round. They also approved a motion to initiate promotion testing for Lieutenant, Corporal/Sargent positions in the Police Department. Several HARB recommendations were approved, including demolitions for 521 Broad Street and 115 South 4th Street. The Council also approved sending a letter to Hodgson Street residents about upcoming sidewalk and curb work, noting that grant funding is not anticipated at this time.

• Approved Sycamore Crossing Phases 6 & 7 extension request to June 22, 2021.
• Approved motion to request the Civil Service Commission initiate promotion testing for Lieutenant, Corporal/Sargent positions.
• Approved Vision Partnership Program Grant Agreement for a Comprehensive Plan.
• Approved Resolution 1310-2021 authorizing the sale/settlement of 401 Market Street for $225,000.
• Approved HARB recommendation for 632 Market Street (Rogers).
• Approved HARB recommendation for 221 Locust Street (Campion).
• Approved HARB recommendation to demolish garage/barn at 521 Broad Street.
• Approved HARB recommendation to demolish garage at 115 South 4th Street.

Borough Council

The Oxford Borough Council will hold a virtual meeting on March 1, 2021, with a conditional use hearing and several votes. Key actions include approving new water tapping and connection fees, agreements for Sycamore Crossing development phases, and outsourcing water bill printing. The council will also discuss the Sycamore Crossing Well #14 and other items.

• Conditional use hearing for Daniel P. Neff, 46 South Third St.
• Resolution 1309-2021: Water Tapping and Connection Fees
• Financial Security Modification Agreement for Sycamore Crossing Phases 3, 5A, 5B
• Development Agreement and Financial Security Agreement for Sycamore Crossing Phases 2 and 4
• Professional Services Agreement with ARRO Consulting for interim borough manager

The Oxford Borough Council approved a resolution increasing water tapping and connection fees, with the maximum tapping fee set at $4,522 per EDU and connection fee at $4,208.40. They also approved multiple agreements for the Sycamore Crossing development, including financial security modifications and an access agreement, and appointed Marybeth Rizzo-Moore as Tax Collector. The council discussed but did not decide on developing Well #14, Hodgson Street curbs, and crossing guard shortages.

• Approved Resolution 1309-2021 setting water tapping fee at $4,522 per EDU and connection fee at $4,208.40.
• Approved extension request for John Walsh Project to March 15, 2022.
• Accepted resignation of crossing guard Willard McKim.
• Approved outsourcing printing/mailing of water bills to Freedom Systems.
• Approved professional services agreement with ARRO Consulting for interim borough manager services.
• Approved financial security modification for Sycamore Crossing Phases 3, 5A, 5B reflecting new developer name Star Road Farms LLC.
• Approved development and financial security agreements for Sycamore Crossing Phases 2 and 4.
• Approved purchase of camera for Transit Center and appointed Marybeth Rizzo-Moore as Tax Collector.

Borough Council

The Oxford Borough Council will vote on several items, including accepting resignations, supporting a state grant, and approving a payment for the North Second St. Utility Improvement Project. They will also discuss a conditional use hearing for a physical therapy clinic and an access agreement for Sycamore Crossing Phase 3.

• Payment No. 1 of $72,918.00 to BP Patterson for North Second St. Utility Improvement Project
• Resolution #1306-2021 supporting PA Dept. of Transportation Multimodal Transportation Fund award
• Conditional use hearing for Daniel B. Neff's physical therapy clinic at 46 South Third Street
• Access agreement with Starr Road Farms, Inc. for Phase 3 Sycamore Crossing
• Resignations of Planning Commission Secretary Donna Patrick-Roten and Tax Collector Joy Davis

Borough Council

The Oxford Borough Council is meeting to vote on several new business items, including a $395,677.80 payment for the 2020 repaving curb and sidewalk project, an extension for Sycamore Crossing Phases 6 & 7, and the hiring of two part-time officers. The council will also hold hearings on two proposed ordinances and consider accepting or rejecting a bid for the sale of 401 Market Street. Discussion items include policies on recording public meetings, hiring part-time officers, and a traffic calming policy update.

• Approve Application for Payment No. 2 to Gessler Construction for 2020 Repaving Curb and Sidewalk Project - $395,677.80
• Grant extension to Sycamore Crossing Phases 6 & 7 through April 20, 2021
• Hearing on Ordinance #940-2021 amending sidewalk construction and repair rules
• Hearing on Ordinance #941-2020 amending appointed officials chapter
• Motion to accept or reject bid for sale of 401 Market Street

The Oxford Borough Council approved the sale of 401 Market Street to Juarez Property Management, LLC for $225,000 in a 4-3 roll call vote. The council also adopted two ordinances, approved a $395,677.80 payment for a repaving project, and hired two part-time officers to replace those promoted to full-time.

• Approved sale of 401 Market Street to Juarez Property Management, LLC for $225,000 (4-3)
• Adopted Ordinance #940-2021 amending Chapter 21 (Sidewalk Construction and Repair) to replace references to Borough Manager/Codes Official with Codes Enforcement Officer
• Adopted Ordinance #941-2021 amending Chapter 1, Part 3 (Appointed Officials) regarding Borough Manager authority and bond amount
• Approved Application for Payment No. 2 for 2020 Repaving Curb and Sidewalk Project to Gessler Construction for $395,677.80
• Granted extension to Sycamore Crossing Phases 6 & 7 through April 20, 2021
• Approved hiring of two part-time officers to replace officers promoted to full-time
• Approved search committee to pursue hiring an Interim Borough Manager
• Approved 2021 ECON Partner Consultant Agreement with correction

Borough Council

The Oxford Borough Council is holding its regular virtual meeting on January 4, 2021. They will vote on a resolution regarding appointments and consider adding Martin Luther King Day as a borough holiday. The agenda also includes updates on traffic calming and board appointment policies, plus public comment periods.

• Motion to adopt Resolution #1305-2021 regarding appointments
• Motion to add Martin Luther King Day as a Borough holiday effective January 1, 2021
• Update on Traffic Calming Process Policy
• Update on Policy for Appointed Representative to Boards

Oxford Borough Council approved hiring Kenneth Massey and Paul Frie as full-time police officers, despite one council member's budget concerns, and added Martin Luther King Day as a borough holiday. The council also adopted Resolution #1305-2021 regarding appointments, with a change extending appointments through December 31, 2021. Discussion items on traffic calming and board representation policy were tabled or continued.

• Adopted agenda as amended (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of December 21, 2020 (motion carried)
• Adopted Resolution #1305-2021 on appointments with change (motion carried)
• Added Martin Luther King Day as borough holiday effective January 1, 2021 (motion carried)
• Hired Kenneth Massey as full-time police officer (motion carried)
• Hired Paul Frie as full-time police officer (motion carried; one opposed)
• Tabled traffic calming process policy update until next meeting
• Agreed to allow LCH to purchase reserved parking spots in garage (discussion)