Sewickley public meetings in 2021

Shade Tree Commission

The Sewickley Shade Tree Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving November minutes, discussing old business like the tree activity sheet and memorial tree plaques, and reviewing the borough arborist's tree inventory and recommendations. They will also consider tree removal and pruning requests and approve bills. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from November 15, 2021
• Discussion of tree removal application revision
• Review of borough arborist's tree inventory and recommendations
• Approval of bills
• Budget status update for Shade Tree Commission accounts

The Shade Tree Commission approved its proposed $125,000 budget for 2022. The commission also noted the completion of a five-tree removal contract by Tall Timber in November 2021. No new tree removal or maintenance applications were submitted. The commission discussed potential ordinance updates, including streamlining approval for in-budget tree work.

• Approved $125,000 STC budget for 2022
• Approved November meeting minutes
• Noted completion of Tall Timber contract for removal of five trees
• No new tree removal/maintenance applications received
• Discussed ordinance updates, including removing multiple advertisement and council approval for in-budget non-emergency tree work

Borough Council

The Sewickley Borough Council will vote on appointing David Mazza as Chief of Police, adopt the 2022 municipal budget, and set the 2022 tax rate via Ordinance No. 1378. The agenda also includes routine approvals, monthly reports, and several board appointments.

• Appointment of David Mazza as Chief of Police
• Adoption of Ordinance No. 1378 setting 2022 tax rate
• Adoption of 2022 proposed municipal budget
• Approval of Tull Theater lease agreement
• Resignation of Todd Renner from Parking Authority; nominations of Ann Willoughby and Larry Rice

Sewickley Borough Council appointed Dave Mazza as Chief of Police, approved the 2022 tax rate and municipal budget, and hired a new solicitor. The council also approved the Tull Theater lease agreement and made several appointments to boards and commissions.

• Appointed Dave Mazza as Chief of Police (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1378 setting 2022 tax rate (6-2, Neff & Renner opposed)
• Adopted 2022 Proposed Municipal Budget (6-2, Neff & Renner opposed)
• Approved Tull Theater Lease Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved and advertised 2022 proposed meeting dates (unanimous)
• Accepted Todd Renner's resignation from Parking Authority Board (unanimous)
• Appointed Anne Willoughby to Parking Authority Board through Dec 31, 2023 (unanimous)
• Appointed Larry Rice to Planning Commission (unanimous, Rice abstained)

Historic Review Commission

The Sewickley Historic Review Commission is meeting to review a residential addition application at 604 Pine Road and may recommend approval to Borough Council. The commission will also discuss old business items including a CLG application, a Duquesne Light mural, the historic ordinance, and application fees. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no correspondence listed.

• 604 Pine Road residential addition application by Matthew Diersen of Midland Architecture for owner Ann Lachenbruch
• Discussion of CLG (Certified Local Government) application
• Discussion of Duquesne Light mural
• Discussion of historic ordinance
• Discussion of application fee

Planning Commission

The Sewickley Planning Commission will consider a land development and lot consolidation application by Red Swing Group at 77 Chadwick Street, and discuss a potential rezoning of Ohio River Boulevard mixed-use areas to R-1 or R-2. The commission will also review a 2014 parking study and consider filling an open seat on the commission.

• Land development/lot consolidation application by Red Swing Group at 77 Chadwick Street
• Consideration to rezone Ohio River Boulevard mixed-use zoning to R-1 or R-2
• Review of 2014 parking study
• Commission seat application by Larry Rice
• Open Planning Commission seat

The commission approved the prior meeting's minutes 6-0, with a correction clarifying the zoning change was not its recommendation. It passed a recommendation 4-2 (Cherock and Germain voting no) for applicant Larry Rice's application. It voted 6-0 to recommend the minor land development for a 2,190 sq ft dental office at 77 Chadwick (Suydam development), with a sidewalk from the curb cut to the Burger King property, and voted 6-0 to recommend the lot consolidation. It also voted 6-0 to recommend updating the 2014 parking study for 2022 with nine bullet points from the November minutes.

• Approved minutes 6-0, with corrections to clarify zoning change and name spelling
• Passed recommendation 4-2 for Larry Rice's application; Cherock and Germain voted no
• Recommended minor land development for dental office at 77 Chadwick with sidewalk, vote 6-0
• Recommended lot consolidation for the property, vote 6-0
• Recommended updating the 2014 parking study for 2022 with November minutes' bullet points, vote 6-0
• Adjourned meeting on a 6-0 vote at 9:02PM

Shade Tree Commission

The Sewickley Shade Tree Commission is meeting to handle routine business: approving October minutes, reviewing tree activity and arborist notes, and considering tree removal/pruning applications for three properties. The commission will also discuss memorial trees, a tree removal application revision, and budget status.

• Tree removal/pruning applications: 755 Fleming Lane, 50 Thorn Street (pruning), 315 Walnut Street (pruning)
• Discussion of tree removal application revision
• Memorial trees & plaques discussion
• Bidding under advisement of borough manager
• Approval of bills and budget status

The Sewickley Shade Tree Commission awarded Tall Timber the contract to remove five trees, including two oaks in front of 250 Ohio River Blvd. The commission also approved the arborist's tree notes, approved a request to use excess 2021 funds to purchase a GPS unit for about $3,100, and discussed developing a 2022 pruning list prioritizing safety concerns. The commission reviewed new tree removal and pruning applications, including a removal request for a private tree at 755 Fleming Lane.

• Approved October minutes unanimously
• Approved payment of invoice for pin oak removal at 530 Academy
• Awarded contract to Tall Timber for removal of five trees
• Approved Arborist's Tree Notes unanimously
• Approved use of excess 2021 funds to purchase a GPS unit
• Approved removal request for private tree at 755 Fleming Lane
• Approved pruning requests for 50 Thorn St, 315 Walnut, and 217 Frederick Ave
• Discussed developing a 2022 pruning list prioritizing safety concerns

Borough Council

Sewickley Borough Council will hold public hearings on a liquor license transfer for Mediterra Café and a Comcast agreement renewal, then consider resolutions for a $52,320 CDBG grant for ADA ramps and a $500,000 RAAC grant for a forcemain. The council will also introduce the 2022 proposed budget, approve several motions including road closures for Light Up Night and the YMCA Turkey Trot, and discuss an easement agreement and a partial payment for the Liberoni project.

• Resolution 2021-027: $52,320 CDBG grant for ADA ramps at Centennial and Grimes
• Resolution 2021-028: $500,000 RAAC grant for a forcemain
• Preliminary adoption of 2022 proposed budget
• Road closures for Light Up Night and YMCA Turkey Trot
• Approve Dave Mazza as acting chief of police Dec 1-14, 2021

Council gave preliminary approval to the 2022 budget with no change in millage rate (6.25), passing 7-2. They also approved several grants, including a $500,000 FAAC grant for a force main and a $52,320 CDBG grant for ramps, plus a 3-year WWTP employee agreement. Various permits, road closures, and appointments were approved, including Dave Mazza as Acting Chief of Police for December 1-14, 2021.

• Approved preliminary 2022 budget with no millage change (7-2)
• Approved Resolution 2021-028 for $500,000 FAAC grant for force main
• Approved Resolution 2021-027 for $52,320 CDBG grant for ramps at Centennial and Grimes
• Approved 3-year WWTP employee agreement (Resolution 2021-029)
• Approved Liquor License Transfer Agreement for Mediterra Café with Thursday extended hours
• Approved road closures for Light Up Night and YMCA Turkey Trot
• Reappointed Cindy Mullins to Parking Board Authority (8-0-1)
• Approved Dave Mazza as Acting Chief of Police for Dec 1-14, 2021

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss potential rezoning for the Ohio River Boulevard mixed use area to R-1 or R-2. The meeting also includes a review of a 2014 parking study and updates on parking requirement recommendations.

• Review of 2014 parking study
• Consideration to rezone Ohio River Boulevard mixed use area to R-1 or R-2
• Update on parking requirement recommendations to Borough Council
• Discussion regarding an open Planning Commission seat

The Sewickley Planning Commission approved the September meeting minutes (4-0) and discussed updates to the parking study for 2022, including expanding the study area while keeping the baseline, incorporating older studies, and updating tables. The commission also discussed the OMU zone, a vacancy on the commission, and a recommendation to council on parking requirements for conditional use. No formal decisions were made on these items.

• Approved September meeting minutes (4-0)
• Discussed parking study updates for 2022, including expanding area and updating tables
• Discussed reaching out to Elmhurst about rezoning the OMU zone
• Discussed filling the empty planning commission seat from Christine Allan's resignation
• Noted council's decision to extend parking lease distance and include hospital and Walnut street
• Adjourned at 8:05 PM (4-0)

Historic Review Commission

The Sewickley Historic Review Commission will consider applications for exterior work at three properties, potentially recommending approval to Borough Council. The agenda also includes old business items such as the CLG application, Duquesne Light mural, historic ordinance, and application fees.

• 331 Frederick Avenue – residential addition by Travis and Judith Windle
• 324 Broad Street – covered breezeway and attached garage by Kelly Close
• 254 Broad Street – residential addition by Mark and Judith Scioscia
• Old business: CLG application, Duquesne Light mural, historic ordinance, application fee

Shade Tree Commission

The Sewickley Shade Tree Commission is meeting to approve minutes, review tree activity, and discuss old and new business. They will consider tree removal and pruning applications for several streets, approve bills for arborist services, and discuss 2022 budget requests.

• Tree removal/pruning applications for Walnut Street, 920 Centennial Avenue, 905 Thorn Street, 529 Pine Street, 237 Walnut Street, 341 Henry Avenue, 527 Hill Street, 14 Dickson Road, and 630 Grove Street
• Approval of bills for arborist services and Riverfront Park tree work
• Additional expenses for Memorial Tree at Riverfront Park
• 2022 budget requests for the commission
• Tree removal application revision and memorial trees & plaques discussion

The Sewickley Shade Tree Commission approved the arborist's tree notes and discussed upcoming tree removals, including a scheduled removal at 530 Academy. The commission also discussed a proposed $125,000 budget for 2022, which was presented to council but not yet adopted. Several tree removal and maintenance applications were approved, and the commission tabled a detailed discussion on purchasing a GPS unit for tree inventory.

• Approved September minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Arborist's Tree notes (unanimous)
• Approved bills from Borough Arborist and Memorial Tree cost difference
• Tabled detailed discussion on GPS unit purchase for tree inventory
• Approved tree removal at 530 Academy scheduled for Oct 26 (backup Oct 28)
• Approved removal of up to five trees in 2021, bids due Oct 20
• Agreed arborist should limit tree inspections to one day per month
• Approved 2022 budget proposal of $125,000 (not yet adopted by council)

Borough Council

The Sewickley Borough Council will hold a public hearing regarding 929-932 Crescent Avenue, then consider resolutions for stormwater and retaining wall grants, approve routine motions, and discuss zoning and parking changes. The agenda includes several discussion items that may lead to motions, such as removing lease requirements for certain conditional uses and updating the parking inventory.

• Public hearing on 929-932 Crescent Avenue
• Resolution 2021-025: $500,000 RAAC grant for PRP stormwater improvements
• Resolution 2021-026: $400,000 RAAC grant for Crescent Avenue retaining wall
• Motion to purchase 25 luminary kits from Boy Scout Troop 243 for $350
• Discussion on removing lease requirement for six conditional uses in zoning ordinance

Council held public hearings and voted to demolish two houses at 929 and 932 Crescent Avenue due to public safety concerns. The 929 demolition includes removal of the retaining wall; the 932 demolition is contingent on an engineer's assessment. Council also accepted the police chief's retirement, approved grant applications, and tabled a filming ordinance.

• Demolished house at 929 Crescent Avenue and removed retaining wall (all in favor)
• Demolished house at 932 Crescent Avenue after engineer assessment (all in favor)
• Accepted retirement of Chief Richard Manko effective Dec 1, 2021 (all in favor)
• Approved Resolution 2021-025 for $500,000 RAAC grant for PRP Stormwater improvements (all in favor)
• Approved Resolution 2021-026 for $400,000 RAAC grant for Crescent Avenue Retaining Wall (all in favor)
• Approved drafting easement for 149 Walnut Street (all in favor)
• Tabled filming form for further discussion (motion withdrawn)
• Approved purchase of 25 luminary kits from Boy Scout Troop 243 for $350 (all in favor)

Zoning Hearing Board

The Sewickley Borough Zoning Hearing Board will hold its regular meeting on October 5, 2021. The main item is a decision on a variance request for a property at 607 Maple Lane. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other cases or new business.

• Decision on Case No. 21-10: variance request by Rebecca and Nathanael Schaerli for property at 607 Maple Lane (Block & Lot 506-M-017, R-1A district)
• Approval of minutes from September 7, 2021 meeting

The Sewickley Zoning Hearing Board denied the requested variance for a proposed garage at 607 Maple Lane, ruling the owners had not met the requirements. Instead, the board granted rear and side yard setbacks similar to a previously existing garage, allowing construction in that location to be more harmonious with the neighborhood and in greater compliance with zoning regulations.

• Denied variance request for garage at 607 Maple Lane (Case #21-10)
• Granted rear and side yard setbacks similar to prior garage location at 607 Maple Lane
• Approved minutes of September 7, 2021 meeting

Shade Tree Commission

The Sewickley Shade Tree Commission is meeting to approve August minutes, discuss old business including the tree activity sheet and borough arborist, and review new business such as street recommendations for Little Street and Frederick Avenue, plus trees recommended for removal. The commission will also consider five tree removal applications at specific addresses and discuss the 2022 budget requests.

• Tree removal applications for 217 Frederick Avenue, 315 Walnut Street, 904 Beaver Street, 322 Centennial Avenue, and 822 Thorn Street
• Street recommendations for Little Street and Frederick Avenue
• Trees recommended for removal
• 2022 budget requests for the Shade Tree Commission

The Sewickley Shade Tree Commission approved maintenance requests for trees at 217 Fredrick and 315 Walnut, and removal requests for private trees at 904 Beaver and 322 Centennial. It also approved the removal of a healthy Borough tree at 822 Thorn St. at the homeowner's expense, reiterating that it does not remove trees solely for uneven sidewalks. The 2022 budget proposal was tabled for further discussion, and the arborist's tree notes were approved unanimously.

• Approved maintenance request at 217 Fredrick (Michael Dugan)
• Approved maintenance request at 315 Walnut (Philip Reisker)
• Approved removal of private tree at 904 Beaver (Kayla & Brett Bergman)
• Approved removal of private tree at 322 Centennial (Mark Wrigley)
• Approved removal of Borough tree at 822 Thorn St. at homeowner's expense (Heimann)
• Approved arborist's tree notes unanimously
• Tabled 2022 budget proposal
• Approved August minutes

Borough Council

The Sewickley Borough Council approved a five-year solid waste service agreement with Waste Management effective January 2022 and authorized a Keystone grant application for Sewickley Public Library renovations. The body also ratified construction contracts for a new parking authority room and scheduled a public hearing for the demolition of two blighted properties on Crescent Avenue. Additionally, the council accepted a lease amendment for the Tull Family Theater and denied a request for sidewalk repairs on Peebles and Beaver Streets.

• Approved Resolution No. 2021-023 for a Waste Management service agreement from Jan 1, 2022, to Dec 31, 2026
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-024 authorizing a Keystone grant filing for Sewickley Public Library renovations
• Ratified contracts for parking authority room renovations: $8,834.23 cabinetry, $958.00 painting, $1,050.00 flooring installation, $623.20 materials
• Scheduled public hearing for Oct 12, 2021, regarding demolition of 929 and 932 Crescent Avenue
• Amended Tull Family Theater Land Lease to replace 1% gross revenue addition with a 10% fixed base rent increase effective Jan 2022

The council approved a five-year solid waste and recycling services agreement with Waste Management (Resolution 2021-023) by a 6-1 vote, and unanimously approved several other resolutions, including appointing Donna Kaib to multiple roles and authorizing a library grant application. It also approved the Santa Parade, Trick or Treat, street closures, and a land lease amendment for the Tull Family Theater. Motions to add a Zoom option for meetings and to require masks at council meetings both failed. A request to replace a resident's sidewalk was denied, as property owners are responsible for their own sidewalks.

• Approved Resolution 2021-023: five-year Waste Management contract for solid waste and recycling services (6-1).
• Approved Resolution 2021-019, 2021-020, 2021-021: appointed Donna Kaib as Secretary, Chief Administrative Officer, and Trustee of Deferred Compensation Plan (unanimous).
• Approved Resolution 2021-022: Act 537 update (unanimous).
• Approved Resolution 2021-024: filing for Keystone Library Grant for Sewickley Public Library renovations (unanimous).
• Approved Santa Parade on Dec 4, 2021, and Trick or Treat on Oct 31, 2021 (unanimous).
• Approved street closures for Quaker Valley Reunion, Sons of Italy Street Festival, and Melville Lane block party (unanimous).
• Approved amendment to Tull Family Theater lease: 10% fixed rent increase for 2022-2024 (6-0-1).
• Denied request to replace sidewalk at 736 Beaver Street; residents are responsible for their own sidewalks.

Historic Review Commission

The Sewickley Historic Review Commission is meeting to approve minutes and discuss old business, including a review of an application for a railing installation at 201 Frederick Avenue. The commission may vote to recommend approval to Borough Council. Other old business items include a CLG application, a Duquesne Light mural, and the historic ordinance. No new business or correspondence is listed.

• Review of railing installation application by Andrea Vescio at 201 Frederick Avenue
• Potential motion to recommend approval to Sewickley Borough Council
• Discussion of CLG application
• Discussion of Duquesne Light mural
• Discussion of historic ordinance

The Historic Review Commission upheld its August vote denying the currently installed railing product at 201 Frederick Avenue, despite the property owners' request to reconsider. The owners presented a new option of a black aluminum Trex Transcend railing, but the Commission requested they revise installed products to match the previously issued Certificate of Appropriateness. The Commission also approved minutes from the August 2 and July 8 meetings, and discussed adding an application fee. The CLG application was granted by the state and is now before the National Park Service.

• Approved the August 2, 2021 meeting minutes, motion carried 4-0
• Approved the July 8, 2021 meeting minutes, motion carried 4-0
• Upheld the August vote denying the currently installed railing at 201 Frederick Avenue
• Requested the property owner at 201 Frederick Avenue revise installed products to match the Certificate of Appropriateness
• Discussed adding an application fee to HRC review applications (no decision recorded)

Zoning Hearing Board

The Sewickley Borough Zoning Hearing Board will hold a regular meeting on September 7, 2021. The board will consider two new variance requests, one for a property at 607 Maple Lane and another for 322 Centennial Avenue. No decisions or continuations are listed on the agenda.

• Case No. 21-10: Variance request by Rebecca and Nathanael Schaerli for 607 Maple Lane (Block & Lot 506-M-017, R-1A district)
• Case No. 21-11: Variance request by Mark and Mary Beth Wrigley, applicant Jeffrey DeNinno, for 322 Centennial Avenue (Block & Lot 58-N-151, R-1A district)

The Sewickley Zoning Hearing Board granted a variance to Mark and May Beth Wrigley for a carport and covered patio at 322 Centennial Avenue, reducing side and rear yard setbacks as requested. The board deferred a decision on a variance request for a detached garage at 607 Maple Lane by Rebecca and Nathanael Schaerli until its October meeting. Minutes from the August 3, 2021 meeting were approved.

• Approved variance for 322 Centennial Avenue (Wrigley) for side yard setback reduction to 6 inches and rear yard setback reduction to 6 feet for carport and covered patio
• Deferred decision on variance for 607 Maple Lane (Schaerli) for detached garage until October meeting
• Approved minutes of August 3, 2021 meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved a recommendation to council to remove the parking lease requirement for six conditional-use office uses, aiming to provide temporary relief while a long-term parking solution is developed. They also approved sending a draft driveway ordinance to the borough engineer for review. The June minutes were deferred to October because they were not distributed.

• Approved recommendation to council to remove parking lease requirement for six conditional-use office uses (4-0)
• Approved updating parking inventory of C1/VO district and adding it to 2022 budget (4-0)
• Approved adding daytime residential parking permits for streets with commuter pressure (4-0)
• Approved sending draft driveway ordinance to borough engineer for markup and comment (4-0)
• Deferred approval of June minutes to October meeting

Shade Tree Commission

The Sewickley Shade Tree Commission will review the status of the borough arborist position and a tree removal project at 530 Academy Avenue. The agenda includes new applications for tree removals at 619 Ohio River Boulevard and 151 Walnut Street. The body will also address correspondence regarding properties at 814 Nevin Avenue, 302 Little Street, and 230 Thorn Street.

• Tree Removal Project 530 Academy Avenue (Contract No. 2021-STC-001 with Adler Tree Service)
• Tree removal application for 619 Ohio River Boulevard
• Tree removal application for 151 Walnut Street
• Correspondence regarding 814 Nevin Avenue, 302 Little Street, and 230 Thorn Street

The Shade Tree Commission approved the July minutes, welcomed a new arborist, and awarded the tree removal at 530 Academy to Adler Tree Service, Inc., scheduled for August 26-27. The commission reviewed new tree applications and discussed potential ordinance changes, including removing the requirement for council approval of in-budget tree work. No final decisions were made on the ordinance changes.

• Approved July minutes unanimously
• Awarded tree removal at 530 Academy to Adler Tree Service, Inc.
• Approved plaque inventory for Luke Hotchkiss's Eagle Scout project
• Reviewed three new applications and six verbal requests for tree work
• Discussed ordinance changes but took no final action

Borough Council

The Sewickley Borough Council meeting includes motions to hire Donna Kaib as Borough Manager and to retain the Cohen Law Group for cable franchise negotiations. The agenda also features updates on police department construction and the 2021 roadway improvement program.

• Resolution No. 2021-018 to hire Donna Kaib as Borough Manager
• Appointment of Denny Campbell to a 3-year term on the Historic Review Commission
• Motion to approve a block party for Maple Lane residents on September 19th
• Motion to retain Cohen Law Group for Comcast franchise negotiations and fee audit
• Discussion regarding the 2021 Roadway Improvement Program

Sewickley Borough Council approved a resolution to hire Donna Kaib as Borough Manager, effective August 19, 2021. The council also approved several event permits, including a Halloween parade and a Tuskegee Airmen memorial event, and appointed Denny Campbell to the Historic Review Commission. All votes were unanimous except for the approval of the July 13 meeting minutes, which passed 7-1.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-018 hiring Donna Kaib as Borough Manager (unanimous)
• Approved Halloween parade request by Rotary for Oct 30, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. (unanimous)
• Approved Tuskegee Airmen memorial event at Tull Theater green space on Sept 5 (unanimous)
• Appointed Denny Campbell to Historic Review Commission for 3-year term (unanimous)
• Approved Block Party on Maple Lane for Sept 19 (unanimous)
• Approved Cohen Law Group to negotiate Comcast franchise agreement and fee audit (unanimous)
• Approved filming commercial Aug 18-20 (6-0-1, Rice abstained)
• Approved employee raise and merit increase (unanimous, after executive session)

Zoning Hearing Board

The Sewickley Borough Zoning Hearing Board is meeting to consider two new variance requests, one for a property on Ferry Street and one on Academy Avenue. No decisions or continuations are on the agenda, and no other substantive business is listed.

• Case No. 21-08: Paul Mulbah requests a variance for 323 Ferry Street (Block & Lot 507-S-289, R-1A district)
• Case No. 21-09: Scott & Jennifer Simonsen request a variance for 540 Academy Avenue (Block & Lot 507-H-151, R-1 district)
• Approval of minutes from July 6, 2021 meeting

The Sewickley Zoning Hearing Board unanimously approved two variance requests. The first granted a two-foot side-yard setback variance for a single-family home at 323 Ferry Street, allowing the structure to be shifted due to an underground pipe. The second granted a rear-yard setback variance from 30 to 20 feet and an additional 200 square feet of building coverage for an in-ground pool at 540 Academy Avenue. Both decisions were made without opposition.

• Granted side-yard setback variance to 2 feet at 323 Ferry Street (unanimous)
• Granted rear-yard setback variance to 20 feet at 540 Academy Avenue (unanimous)
• Granted 200 sq ft building coverage increase at 540 Academy Avenue (unanimous)

Historic Review Commission

The Sewickley Historic Review Commission is meeting to consider an application for a railing installation at 201 Frederick Avenue and may vote to recommend approval to Borough Council. The agenda also includes old business items such as a talent bank application, a CLG application, a Duquesne Light mural, and the historic ordinance.

• Review of railing installation application by Andrea Vescio at 201 Frederick Avenue
• Possible motion to recommend approval to Sewickley Borough Council
• Talent bank application by Dennis Campbell, Jr.
• CLG application discussion
• Duquesne Light mural and historic ordinance as old business

The Sewickley Historic Review Commission denied Andrea Vescio's request to keep an existing deck railing at 201 Frederick that was installed contrary to approved drawings. The commission tabled the July 8, 2021 minutes due to errors and missing details. Other items discussed included a new member appointment, CLG application status, and mural funding.

• Denied request to leave existing deck railing at 201 Frederick (unanimous)
• Tabled July 8, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission will review the Borough Arborist's report and discuss tree activity. The meeting also includes consideration of tree removal applications for specific properties.

• Tree removal application: 302 Little Street
• Tree removal application: 859 Thorn Street
• Review of Borough Arborist's report

The Shade Tree Commission voted to hire Andrew Tomakovic on a temporary basis to handle application reviews and safety inspections, despite concerns about his proposed rate. The commission also approved a tree maintenance request at 302 Little Street and determined a removal request at 859 Thorn Street was outside its jurisdiction. Additionally, they discussed hiring a permanent arborist and reviewed a draft scope of work for the position.

• Approved hiring Andrew Tomakovic as temporary arborist for application reviews and safety inspections.
• Approved tree maintenance/removal request at 302 Little Street, pending arborist inspection.
• Denied jurisdiction over crabapple removal at 859 Thorn Street, allowing homeowner to proceed.
• Discussed options for a permanent arborist, including contacting Tree Pittsburgh and other municipalities.
• Reviewed draft scope of work for future arborist position.
• Discussed unauthorized paving at 611 Broad Street and plantings at 312 Hill Street with zoning department.
• Noted need for additional bids for tree removal at 530 Academy.
• Scheduled next meeting for August 16, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom.

Borough Council

The Sewickley Borough Council is meeting to vote on several resolutions, including a labor agreement with the borough employees' association, amendments to the Quaker Valley Ambulance Authority, and multiple certificates of appropriateness for historic properties. The agenda also includes public comment, approval of minutes and financial reports, and discussion items like a Netflix filming request and the 2021 Harvest Festival.

• Resolution 2021-015: authorize agreement with Borough of Sewickley Employees' Association
• Resolution 2021-016: amend Quaker Valley Ambulance Authority articles to extend term
• Resolution 2021-017: rescind handicap parking space on Mulberry Street for 601 Centennial Avenue
• Approve certificates of appropriateness for 225 Frederick Ave, 341 Henry Ave, and 922-924 Beaver St
• Approve Sundae 5K + Fun Walk on July 25, 2021, and Nevin Avenue block party street closure

Sewickley Borough Council approved Resolution 2021-015, authorizing execution of the agreement with the Borough of Sewickley Employees' Association. The council also rescinded Resolution 2021-014, eliminating a handicap parking space on Mulberry Street for 601 Centennial Avenue. A motion to post the May 11, 2021 meeting recording to the Borough website was defeated in a 4-5 vote.

• Approved Resolution 2021-015, authorizing the agreement with the Borough of Sewickley Employees' Association (unanimous).
• Approved minutes of May 11, 2021 (5-3-12 vote).
• Defeated motion to post May 11, 2021 meeting recording to Borough website (4-5 vote).
• Approved minutes of June 8, 2021 with one correction (unanimous).
• Approved minutes of July 6, 2021 (unanimous).
• Approved Sewickley Chamber of Commerce's Sunday 5K + Fun-walk on July 6, 2021 (unanimous).
• Approved Resolution 2021-016, amending Quaker Valley Ambulance Authority articles to extend term (unanimous).
• Approved Resolution 2021-017, rescinding Resolution 2021-014 and eliminating handicap parking space on Mulberry Street (unanimous).

Historic Review Commission

The Sewickley Historic Review Commission is meeting to review several exterior work applications and decide whether to recommend approval to Borough Council. The commission will also discuss a CLG application, a Duquesne Light mural, and the historic ordinance.

• Review of application by Lane Johnson for deck and driveway replacement at 922-924 Beaver Street
• Review of application by Mario Peluso for a carriage house at 341 Henry Avenue
• Review of application by Kurt Schweiger for an addition at 225 Frederick Avenue
• Discussion of CLG application
• Discussion of Duquesne Light mural and historic ordinance

Zoning Hearing Board

The Sewickley Borough Zoning Hearing Board is meeting to decide a variance request for property at 338 Chestnut Street, owned by SJ Group, LLC and represented by Ries Law. The board will also approve minutes from its June 1 meeting and handle any new or unfinished business.

• Decision on Case No. 21-06: variance request for 338 Chestnut Street (Block & Lot # 421-E-140, R-1A district)
• Approval of minutes from June 1, 2021 meeting
• Affirmation of proper advertising and notice for the meeting

The Zoning Hearing Board ruled that the owner of 338 Chestnut Street had not abandoned the property's non-conforming commercial use, citing the Latrobe Speedway standard. As a result, the applicant's request for a use variance was deemed moot and no decision was made on it. The board also reappointed DJ Nichols as solicitor for the remainder of the year.

• Determined non-conforming commercial use at 338 Chestnut Street was not abandoned (unanimous)
• Declared use variance request moot due to the abandonment ruling
• Reappointed DJ Nichols as board solicitor for the remainder of the year (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Sewickley Borough Council is holding a special meeting to consider appointing a councilperson for Ward 1 to fill the remainder of Christine Allen's term, which ends December 31, 2021. The agenda includes public comment and other routine items.

• Motion to appoint a Ward 1 councilperson for the remainder of Christine Allen's term (through Dec 31, 2021)

Council held a special meeting and voted to fill the vacant Ward 1 council seat. Brian Bozzo was appointed over Craig Waller by a 5-3 roll call vote and was immediately sworn in. Council also approved a settlement agreement with the former Borough Manager by an 8-0-1 vote, with Bozzo abstaining. No action was taken on a discussion about planning and zoning autonomy.

• Appointed Brian Bozzo to fill the Ward 1 council vacancy, 5-3 vote over Craig Waller
• Swore in Brian Bozzo immediately after the vote
• Approved settlement agreement for former Borough Manager, 8-0-1 with Bozzo abstaining
• Took no action on planning and zoning autonomy discussion

Shade Tree Commission

The Sewickley Shade Tree Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving prior minutes, reviewing old business items, and discussing new matters such as the borough arborist's report and liability clarification. They will also consider tree removal applications for specific properties and review budget status.

• Tree removal applications for 632 Blackburn Road, 807 Hill Street, and 240 Linden Court
• Clarification of liability at 530 Academy Avenue
• Review of 2021 Shade Tree Commission brochure (corrected)
• Discussion of licensed tree experts list
• Budget status and STC accounts review

The Shade Tree Commission unanimously approved the May minutes and the arborist's report. The commission discussed the impending resignation of the borough arborist and considered hiring Andrew Tomakovic, an independent consulting arborist, at a rate of $150/hour, which would require a budget increase from the current $6,000. No formal action was taken on hiring. The commission also reviewed the tree activity sheet and discussed potential ordinance changes.

• Approved May minutes unanimously
• Approved arborist report unanimously
• Discussed hiring new arborist; no action taken
• Reviewed tree activity sheet
• Discussed ordinance changes; no action taken

Borough Council

The Sewickley Borough Council will vote on several motions, including accepting a resignation, appointing an alternate delegate, and approving two certificates of appropriateness for historic properties. They will also consider a lease purchase for the Pierce Pumper and a request from the Presbyterian Church to place trailers. The agenda includes routine financial and monthly reports, plus discussion items on a noise ordinance and other topics.

• Motion to accept Christine Allen's resignation from council
• Motion to approve Resolution No. 2021-013 appointing Larry Rice as Assistant Secretary
• Motion to approve Resolution No. 2021-014 for lease purchase of Pierce Pumper
• Certificate of Appropriateness for new roof at 526 Cochran Street
• Certificate of Appropriateness for foundation work at 225 Frederick Avenue

Sewickley Borough Council approved a $52,770 project to remodel the first floor of the Borough Building for police and public use, and authorized seeking bids for construction. The council also approved the Fall Festival, accepted a council resignation, and tabled the May 11 minutes. Several other routine approvals and committee formations were made.

• Approved police department first-floor remodel project (~$52,770) (unanimous)
• Authorized seeking bids for design, painting, and electrical work (unanimous)
• Approved Fall Festival event (7-1)
• Tabled approval of May 11, 2021 minutes (6-2)
• Accepted Councilperson Allen's resignation (unanimous)
• Approved Tom Rostek as Alternate Representative to QVCOG (unanimous)
• Approved Larry Rice as Assistant Secretary to Council (7-0-1, Rice recused)
• Approved $3,000 expenditure to re-write Act 537 plan (unanimous)

Historic Review Commission

The Sewickley Historic Review Commission will review three applications for exterior changes to properties within the historic district. The body will vote on whether to recommend approval to the Borough Council for a carriage house, a porch roof, and a residential addition. Additionally, the commission will discuss the status of a grant application, a mural project, and efforts to fill open commission seats.

• Application by Mario Peluso for a carriage house at 341 Henry Avenue
• Application by Tierney Barnes for a new porch roof at 526 Cochran Street
• Application by Kurt Schweiger for an addition at 225 Frederick Avenue
• Status update on CLG grant application submitted to Harrisburg
• Discussion of Duquesne Light mural project funding and planning review

The Sewickley Historic Review Commission recommended approval of a roof addition over an existing porch at 526 Cochran Street and foundation work at 225 Frederick Avenue, both with Certificates of Appropriateness to Borough Council. A carriage house addition at 341 Henry Avenue was deferred for further review. The commission also approved the May 3 meeting minutes.

• Approved May 3, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Recommended roof addition at 526 Cochran Street for approval and Certificate of Appropriateness (4-0)
• Recommended foundation work at 225 Frederick Avenue for approval and Certificate of Appropriateness (3-0-1, Wildman abstained)
• Deferred 341 Henry Avenue carriage house addition to July meeting for more detailed plans

Planning Commission

The Sewickley Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes and discuss two old business items: conditional use parking requirements and the use of motorized garden equipment in relation to noise ordinances. The agenda includes relevant ordinance excerpts on noise and building permits, but no new business is listed.

• Approval of May 5, 2021 minutes
• Discussion of conditional use parking requirements
• Discussion of motorized garden equipment and noise ordinances
• Review of noise ordinance sections (§ 240-15, § 240-21, § 330-1104)
• Review of building permit regulations (§ 330-1501)

Zoning Hearing Board

The Sewickley Borough Zoning Hearing Board will meet via Zoom to decide on two variance requests. One seeks a commercial use variance for a property at 338 Chestnut Street, and the other requests variances for a porch and carport at 822 Thorn Street. The board will also approve minutes from the May 4 meeting.

• Case 21-06: SJ Group, LLC seeks variance for commercial use at 338 Chestnut Street (R-1A district)
• Case 21-07: Heimanns request variances for front porch and attached carport at 822 Thorn Street
• Both cases involve properties in R-1A residential zoning district
• Meeting held via Zoom due to COVID-19 emergency declarations

The Sewickley Zoning Hearing Board unanimously granted a dimensional variance to Kristen and Phillip Heinman for a porch and car-port at 822 Thorn Street, with conditions on stormwater compliance and tree removal approval. The board also heard testimony on a request by SJ Group, LLC for a use variance at 338 Chestnut Street but deferred its decision to the July meeting. No other cases were decided.

• Approved dimensional variance for 822 Thorn Street porch and car-port (unanimous)
• Deferred decision on 338 Chestnut Street use variance to July meeting
• Approved minutes of May 4, 2021 meeting

Shade Tree Commission

The Sewickley Shade Tree Commission is meeting to approve minutes, discuss old business including spring planting and a letter from Mr. and Mrs. Sherry, and hear the borough arborist's report. The agenda is mostly routine administrative items with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from April 19, 2021
• Discussion of spring planting activities
• Review of Mr. and Mrs. Sherry's letter sent to borough manager
• Update on 2021 Shade Tree Commission brochure
• Borough arborist's report

The Sewickley Shade Tree Commission approved the removal of a street tree at 822 Thorn St, contingent on zoning approval for a car port, at the applicant's expense. The commission also accepted the arborist's report, which included recommendations for several tree removals and pruning, and noted the arborist's intention to resign by July 1, 2021, recommending Andrew Tomaskovic as his replacement. No other substantive decisions were made; several items were tabled pending formal applications.

• Approved removal of street tree at 822 Thorn St, subject to zoning approval (unanimous)
• Approved arborist report as qualified (unanimous)
• Approved April minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Sewickley Borough Council is meeting electronically to vote on several resolutions and agreements, including a $300,000 grant request for the War Memorial Park stream restoration, a new pumper purchase from Pierce Mfg., and multiple street closures for community events. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, financial reports, and monthly departmental reports.

• Resolution 2021-011: $300,000 grant request for War Memorial Park stream restoration
• Agreement with Pierce Mfg. for purchase of a new pumper
• Resolution 2021-012: Rescinding handicap parking space at 721 Washington Street
• Street closures for St. Paul's 'Blessing of the Bikes', Fountain Street block party, SVCC Night Marts, Wine Walk, and St. James School Field Day
• Filing extension with ACHD for NPDES permit violations

Council denied the borough manager's 2020 compensation bonus and later voted 5-4 to terminate her employment with 60 days notice, after a motion for 90-day probation failed. The council also approved reopening the Borough Building on June 1, 2021, and authorized several contracts and grants.

• Approved reopening Borough Building on June 1, 2021 (7-2)
• Approved agreement with Pierce Mfg. for new pumper truck (7-1-1)
• Approved Service Order Authorization for Hoey's Run Culvert Location Project (8-1)
• Authorized application for extension with Allegheny Health Department on NPDES permit enforcement (unanimous)
• Approved pursuing separate force main to Leetsdale Municipal Authority plant (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-011 for $300,000 Watershed Restoration and Protection Grant (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-012 rescinding handicap parking space at 721 Washington St. (unanimous)
• Denied borough manager's 2020 compensation bonus (5-4)

Planning Commission

The Sewickley Planning Commission will consider a conditional use application from Michael Cherock, owner of AE Works, to add a third floor of professional office space to the approved mixed-use building at 418 Beaver Street. The proposal maintains the same use character as the previously approved two-story building, with the new floor serving as a 'touch down' space for meetings. The commission will also receive updates on the driveway ordinance, comprehensive plan, and village overlay on-lot parking incentive.

• Conditional use application by AE Works for a third-floor professional office at 418 Beaver Street
• Proposed building height would be 38'-1" to top of parapet, within the 40-foot zoning limit
• Parking requirement for the new office space is 5 spaces, to be leased if needed
• Approval of April 7, 2021 meeting minutes
• Status updates on driveway ordinance, comprehensive plan, and village overlay parking incentive

The Planning Commission voted 5-0 (with one abstention) to recommend approval of a conditional use application by Michael Cherock, owner of AE Works, for a third-floor professional office at 418 Beaver Street, including an elevator. The recommendation includes conditions that there be no office space on the first floor and that parking requirements be met. The commission also discussed the village overlay on-lot parking incentive and driveway ordinance status, but took no formal action on those items.

• Recommended approval of third-floor office conditional use at 418 Beaver St (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Condition: no office space on first floor
• Condition: parking requirements must be met

Zoning Hearing Board

The Zoning Hearing Board will review several requests for variances and the resignation of the ZHB Solicitor. A primary focus is a new case regarding the use of a structure at 338 Chestnut Street for commercial purposes in a residential district.

• Variance request for SJ Group, LLC to allow commercial use at 338 Chestnut Street
• Decision on Case No. 2/03: Variance request for 309-311 Elizabeth Street
• Decision on Case No. 21-04: Variance request for 617 Broad Street
• Resignation of ZHB Solicitor, DJ Nichols

The Sewickley Zoning Hearing Board denied a variance for Gatesman Properties to subdivide a duplex at 309-311 Elizabeth Street, ruling the request was not the minimum relief needed since the units could be legally separated under Pennsylvania's Uniform Condominium Act. The board granted a variance to Andrea Hopkins and Cornell Green Jr. for an addition at 617 Broad Street, allowing the existing left side-yard setback but denying two proposed balcony decks. The board also accepted the resignation of Solicitor D.J. Nichols and continued a hearing for SJ Group LLC's variance request at 338 Chestnut Street to a future meeting.

• Denied variance for duplex subdivision at 309-311 Elizabeth Street (Case 21-03)
• Granted variance for addition at 617 Broad Street, maintaining existing setback (Case 21-04)
• Denied balcony deck extensions at 617 Broad Street (Case 21-04)
• Accepted resignation of Board Solicitor D.J. Nichols
• Continued hearing for variance at 338 Chestnut Street (Case 21-06)

Historic Review Commission

The Sewickley Historic Review Commission will review an application by John Schneider for a screening structure (fence/wall) at 905 Beaver Street. If the commission agrees, they will motion to recommend approval to Borough Council. The agenda also includes updates on the CLG application, Duquesne Light mural, historic ordinance, and open commission seats.

• Application by John Schneider for a fence and retaining wall at 905 Beaver St.
• CLG application update
• Duquesne Light mural update
• Historic ordinance review
• Open commission seat(s)

The Sewickley Historic Review Commission reviewed a proposed retaining wall and fence at 905 Beaver Street and requested revised plans with a smaller scale, changes to the Nevin Avenue structure, and confirmation of the clear sight line. The commission also approved the April 5, 2021 meeting minutes, noted the CLG application was submitted, and discussed the Duquesne Light mural project. No formal decisions were made on the wall proposal; it was tabled pending revisions.

• Approved April 5, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Requested revised plans for 905 Beaver Street wall with reduced scale and clear sight line confirmation
• Noted CLG application submitted to Harrisburg for preservation planner grant
• Discussed Duquesne Light mural project, with funding to be reviewed in July/August

Shade Tree Commission

The Sewickley Shade Tree Commission is meeting to approve prior minutes, review old business including tree activity and response letters, and consider new business such as the borough arborist's report and tree removal applications for four properties. The commission will also discuss a landscape project at Washington and Logan and review budget status. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Tree removal applications for 14 Beaver Street, 530 Academy Avenue, 506 Grove Street #1, and 506 Grove Street #2
• Landscape corner of Washington & Logan
• Borough arborist's report
• Budget status / STC accounts
• Approval of minutes from March 15, 2021

The Shade Tree Commission approved the March minutes and the arborist's report. The spring tree planting was delayed because a previously unknown borough ordinance requires advertisement and council approval for proposed plantings, pushing the work to June. The commission discussed a resident's verbal request to prune trees near Thorn Street, with the arborist noting one tree was already scheduled for pruning. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural and administrative.

• Approved March minutes (unanimous)
• Approved arborist report (unanimous)
• Spring tree planting delayed to June due to newly discovered ordinance requiring council approval
• Arborist to inspect trees at Little and Thorn Streets following resident pruning request

Borough Council

The Sewickley Borough Council is meeting virtually to hold a public hearing and vote on a mixed-use request for 424 Beaver Street, and to consider several resolutions and contracts. They will also discuss community events, glass recycling, and short-term rental regulations.

• Public hearing and Resolution 2021-005 for mixed-use at 424 Beaver Street (office/retail)
• Award Contract No. 21-R01 to A. Liberoni, Inc. for $497,298.74 (roadway improvements)
• Resolution 2021-006 adopting Allegheny County 2020 Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Resolution 2021-010 declaring structures as slums and blight
• Certificates of Appropriateness for 227 Walnut St and 324 Broad St

The council approved a mixed-use request for 424 Beaver Street, allowing professional office space on the second floor and retail on the ground floor, conditioned on a satisfactory parking plan. The council also awarded a road improvement contract, adopted several resolutions, and approved certificates of appropriateness. A motion to have the Planning Commission review short-term rental regulations failed.

• Approved mixed-use at 424 Beaver St (Resolution 2021-005) 7-0-1, Figley abstaining
• Awarded Contract 21-R01 Roadway Improvement to A. Liberoni, Inc. for $497,298.74 (6-2)
• Adopted Allegheny County 2020 Hazard Mitigation Plan (Resolution 2021-006) 7-0-1, Rice abstaining
• Appointed QVCOG Board of Appeals as Borough's Board of Appeals (Resolution 2021-007) 7-0-1, Rice abstaining
• Authorized participation in 2021 joint solid waste bid (Resolution 2021-008) 6-2
• Authorized filing for ACT 152 funds (Resolution 2021-009) 8-0
• Declared structures as slums and blight (Resolution 2021-010) 8-0
• Approved Certificates of Appropriateness for 227 Walnut St and 324 Broad St, both 8-0

Planning Commission

The Sewickley Planning Commission will consider a conditional use application by Denise Shirley, owner/operator of Gather, to convert the second floor of the building at 424 Beaver Street into offices. The meeting also includes updates on the driveway ordinance, comprehensive plan, and village overlay on-lot parking incentive. The agenda is otherwise routine, with approval of minutes and correspondence.

• Conditional use application for second-floor offices at 424 Beaver Street
• New glass door, awning, and address signage at the entry
• No new exterior lighting, cladding, landscaping, or fencing
• Parking: tenants plan to walk; spaces leased if needed
• Interior demolition and new office layout with four offices and shared spaces

Zoning Hearing Board

The Sewickley Borough Zoning Hearing Board will meet via Zoom to decide on a variance request for 327 Sprott Way, continue a case for 309-311 Elizabeth Street, and hear new variance requests for 617 Broad Street and 615 Mulberry Street. The 617 Broad Street application seeks relief from side yard setback requirements to build a 2.5-story addition with an attached garage and deck, with an estimated cost of $125,000.

• Case 21-02: Variance for 327 Sprott Way (R-1A district)
• Case 21-03: Continued variance for 309-311 Elizabeth Street (R-1A)
• Case 21-04: New variance for 617 Broad Street: 2.5-story addition, garage, deck; seeks 2 ft left and 3.6 ft right side yard setback relief; cost $125,000
• Case 21-05: New variance for 615 Mulberry Street (R-1A)

The Sewickley Zoning Hearing Board approved three variance requests: for a property at 327 Sprott Way (Case 21-02), for a parking pad at 615 Mulberry Street (Case 21-05), and for a two-story addition at 617 Broad Street (Case 21-04). The board continued Case 21-03 for a subdivision at 309 & 311 Elizabeth Street, taking testimony but not issuing a decision. All decisions were made with only two board members present, as the applicants waived their right to a continuance.

• Granted variance for 327 Sprott Way (Case 21-02) for building coverage and side yard setback relief
• Granted variance for 615 Mulberry Street (Case 21-05) for off-street parking pad, with stormwater runoff conditions (unanimous)
• Granted variance for 617 Broad Street (Case 21-04) for side-yard setback and balcony encroachment
• Continued Case 21-03 for 309 & 311 Elizabeth Street; no decision made
• Approved minutes of March 2, 2021 meeting

Historic Review Commission

The Sewickley Historic Review Commission will review two applications for exterior work in the historic district: a window replacement at 227 Walnut Street and a major addition, swimming pool, and garage at 324 Broad Street. The commission may vote to recommend approval to Borough Council. The agenda also includes updates on the CLG application, Duquesne Light mural, historic ordinance, and open commission seats.

• Window replacement at 227 Walnut Street by Keith & Elise Rothfus
• Addition, swimming pool, and garage at 324 Broad Street by Kelly Close
• CLG application update
• Duquesne Light mural update
• Historic ordinance update

The Historic Review Commission recommended approval of a window replacement and resize at 227 Walnut Street, issuing a Certificate of Appropriateness to Borough Council. The commission also recommended approval of an addition, pool, and detached garage at 324 Broad Street, with one member recused. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included only procedural items and updates.

• Approved minutes of March 1, 2021 meeting (3-0).
• Recommended approval of window replacement at 227 Walnut Street and Certificate of Appropriateness to Borough Council (3-0).
• Recommended approval of addition, pool, and detached garage at 324 Broad Street and Certificate of Appropriateness to Borough Council (2-0-1, with one recusal).

Shade Tree Commission

The Sewickley Shade Tree Commission is meeting to discuss old business including the tree activity sheet, response letters, the shade tree ordinance, and a list of licensed tree experts. They will also review the borough arborist's report, consider tree removal applications for three properties, and check budget status.

• Tree removal applications for 904 Beaver Street, 318 Broad Street, and 540 Academy Avenue
• Review of Sewickley Shade Tree Ordinance
• Discussion of licensed tree experts list
• Borough Arborist's report
• Budget status and STC accounts

The Shade Tree Commission approved the arborist's report and the associated spring planting list. The commission also noted that two tree removals were completed and discussed updates to the STC ordinance. Meeting times were changed to the third Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m.

• Approved the arborist report and spring planting list (unanimous).
• Approved the minutes of the previous meeting (majority vote; one abstention).
• Noted completion of two tree removals (tracking No. 100 and 101).
• Changed meeting time to third Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m.

Borough Council

The Sewickley Borough Council will hold a public hearing and consider approving the transfer of a restaurant liquor license into the borough. The council will also vote on adopting a joint comprehensive plan, approve meeting minutes, and consider requests for street closures for events. Several routine financial and departmental reports are scheduled for acceptance.

• Public hearing and resolution to approve transfer of Restaurant Liquor License No. R-2565 into Sewickley Borough
• Resolution No. 2021-003 adopting the Joint Comprehensive Plan for Aleppo Township, Sewickley Borough, and Glen Osborne Borough
• Request for Division Street closure between Broad Street and Hegner Way for Lula Wednesday's, Saturdays, 4-11 p.m., May 1 through October 30, 2021
• Request for road closure on June 19, 2021 from Sewickley Community Center to end of Chadwick Street, 12-5 p.m.
• Discussion item: Crescent Avenue road repairs

Council approved Resolution 2021-004 transferring restaurant liquor license R-2565 to Fady & Baba, LLC for The Hotel, with a 9-0 vote. They also adopted the Joint Comprehensive Plan with Aleppo and Glen Osborne (7-2), approved street closures for Division St and Chadwick St, and moved forward with a Sheriff's sale of three Orchard Terrace parcels. Several reports and financial statements were accepted.

• Approved liquor license transfer for The Hotel (9-0)
• Adopted Joint Comprehensive Plan with Aleppo and Glen Osborne (7-2)
• Approved Division St closure for Lula, May-Oct (7-2)
• Approved Chadwick St closure for June 19 event (8-1)
• Approved participation in QVCOG glass recycling events (6-2-1)
• Approved Sheriff's sale of three Orchard Terrace parcels (8-1)
• Accepted financial and monthly reports (9-0)
• Approved February 9, 2021 minutes with correction (9-0)

Planning Commission

The Sewickley Planning Commission is meeting to discuss updates to the driveway ordinance, the comprehensive plan, and a village overlay on-lot parking incentive. No new business is listed. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Driveway ordinance update
• Comprehensive plan updates
• Village overlay on-lot parking incentive

The Sewickley Planning Commission met and discussed the comprehensive plan, including clarifying that no changes are intended to current single-family or multi-family zones. They also discussed a potential rezoning of the former Country Inn site, which was previously zoned for mixed use but has since been developed as residential. No formal decisions or votes were made during the meeting.

• Discussed comprehensive plan updates, no action taken
• Discussed potential rezoning of former Country Inn site, no action taken
• Discussed incentivizing usages via point system, no action taken
• T. Wingens to follow up on SharePoint space for Planning Commission

Zoning Hearing Board

The Sewickley Borough Zoning Hearing Board will meet via Zoom to decide on two variance requests. The first, Case 21-02, seeks a variance for property at 327 Sprott Way. The second, Case 21-03, requests relief from the minimum lot size requirement to subdivide property at 309-311 Elizabeth Street. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and other routine items.

• Case 21-02: Variance request for 327 Sprott Way (Block & Lot 508-J-191, R-1A district)
• Case 21-03: Variance request by Gatesman Properties, LLC for 309-311 Elizabeth Street to subdivide, seeking relief from minimum lot size of 5,500 sq ft
• Public hearing via Zoom: dial (253) 215-8782, meeting ID 837 4673 8377
• Approval of minutes from February 2, 2021 meeting

The Sewickley Zoning Hearing Board held a virtual meeting with no decisions on cases. It continued Case No. 21-02, a variance request for an addition at 327 Sprott Way, to its April 6 meeting after hearing revised plans and testimony. It also continued new Case No. 21-03, a variance request to subdivide a duplex property at 309-311 Elizabeth Street, to the same date. The board approved the minutes from the February 2, 2021 meeting.

• Approved minutes of February 2, 2021 meeting
• Continued Case No. 21-02 (variance for 327 Sprott Way) to April 6 hearing
• Continued Case No. 21-03 (variance for 309-311 Elizabeth Street) to April 6 hearing

Historic Review Commission

The Sewickley Historic Review Commission is meeting to approve minutes from December 2020 and February 2021, and to receive an update on the Certified Local Government (CLG) application. No new business is listed. The meeting is procedural with a single substantive update.

• Approval of December 7, 2020 and February 1, 2021 meeting minutes
• Update on CLG application status

The Sewickley Historic Review Commission met via Zoom and approved the minutes from its December 7, 2020, and February 1, 2021, meetings, both by 4-0 votes. No new business or public comment was presented. The commission discussed ongoing items, including the CLG application status, the Duquesne Light mural repair, the Historic Ordinance update, and open commission seats, but took no substantive action on these items.

• Approved December 7, 2020 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved February 1, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)

Borough Council

The Sewickley Borough Council is meeting virtually to discuss and potentially approve several items, including a resolution adopting a joint comprehensive plan with Aleppo and Glen Osborne townships, a request from Netflix to use borough streets, and a contract proposal for the Cochran Hose Company. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, financial reports, and monthly departmental reports, as well as a discussion on the Historic Review Commission ordinance.

• Resolution No. 2021-003 adopting the Joint Comprehensive Plan for Aleppo Township, Sewickley Borough, and Glen Osborne Borough
• Netflix request to use borough streets for a program
• Cochran Hose Company apparatus/contract proposal
• Motion to appoint delegate and alternate to QVCOG Board of Directors
• Tax assessment appeals and sheriff's sale (solicitor's report)

The council approved a plan allowing Netflix to film 'The Chair' in the borough on March 15, 2021, with a 7-2 vote. The plan includes street closures and parking arrangements, but some members raised concerns about traffic and business impact. The council also authorized Cochran Hose Company to prepare specifications for a new fire engine and tabled a resolution adopting a joint comprehensive plan after discussion.

• Approved Netflix filming plan for March 15, 2021 (7-2)
• Authorized Cochran Hose Company to prepare specs for new engine (9-0)
• Tabled Resolution 2021-003 adopting Joint Comprehensive Plan
• Approved minutes of January 12, 2021 (9-0)
• Appointed Ms. Barnes as QVCOG delegate, Ms. Allen as alternate (8-1)
• Accepted financial reports (9-0)
• Accepted monthly reports (9-0)
• Authorized consultant quote for unstable area review (9-0)

Shade Tree Commission

The Sewickley Shade Tree Commission is meeting to discuss old and new business, including response letters for properties on Hill and Thorn Streets, a tree removal application for 540 Academy Avenue, and a fallen tree incident on Ohio River Blvd. They will also review the borough shade tree ordinance and the arborist's report.

• Response letters for 818 Hill Street and 847 Thorn Street
• Tree removal application for 540 Academy Avenue
• Fallen tree on February 5, 2021 at 312 Ohio River Blvd
• Review of Sewickley Shade Tree Ordinance
• Budget status and STC accounts

The Shade Tree Commission unanimously approved the arborist's report and the January 2021 meeting minutes. The commission discussed a tree failure on Ohio River Blvd. and planned inspections of nearby oaks. No major policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural and informational.

• Approved January 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved arborist report (unanimous)
• Discussed tree failure at 312 Ohio River Blvd., planned inspections of nearby oaks

Planning Commission

The Sewickley Planning Commission will meet to discuss a proposed driveway ordinance and receive updates on the borough's comprehensive plan. The meeting includes approval of the December 2, 2020 minutes. No old business is listed. The driveway ordinance discussion is based on state guidelines for driveway design and access.

• Discussion of driveway ordinance, referencing state regulations (67 PA Code § 441)
• Comprehensive plan updates
• Approval of December 2, 2020 minutes

Historic Review Commission

The Sewickley Historic Review Commission is holding a regular meeting with no new business on the agenda. They will approve the December 7, 2020 minutes and receive updates on the Certified Local Government (CLG) application and the Duquesne Light mural status.

• Approval of December 7, 2020 meeting minutes
• Update on CLG application
• Update on Duquesne Light mural status

Borough Council

The Sewickley Borough Council will conduct interviews for mayoral candidates and consider a resolution for the mayoral appointment. The council will also vote on several ordinances and resolutions, including a parks and recreation ordinance update, playground regulations, and a joint comprehensive plan update. Additionally, they will consider appointments to the zoning hearing board and water authority board, and accept various financial and monthly reports.

• Resolution 2021-001 mayoral appointment
• Ordinance No. 1377 amending Chapter 233 (parks and recreation)
• Resolution 2021-01 adopting rules for Chadwick Street & Maple Lane playgrounds and Wolcott Park
• Resolution 2021-02 adopting joint comprehensive plan update for Aleppo Township, Sewickley Borough, and Glen Osborne Borough
• Certificate of Appropriateness for 520 Pine Road (carriage house addition and swimming pool)

Council appointed George Shannon to fill the unexpired mayoral term of Brian Jeffe until the next municipal election, with an 8-1 vote. Council also adopted Ordinance No. 1377 (parks and recreation) and Resolution No. 2021-002 (playground and park rules), but tabled Resolution No. 2021-003 (Joint Comprehensive Plan Update) for further review. Several appointments and financial reports were approved, and a motion to rejoin the Quaker Valley Council of Governments passed 7-2.

• Appointed George Shannon as Mayor (8-1)
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-01 mayoral appointment (9-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1377 amending parks and recreation code (9-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-002 playground and park rules (8-1)
• Tabled Resolution No. 2021-003 Joint Comprehensive Plan Update (9-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 520 Pine Road (7-1-1)
• Reappointed Clark Webb to Zoning Hearing Board (9-0)
• Rejoined Quaker Valley Council of Governments (7-2)

Shade Tree Commission

The Sewickley Shade Tree Commission is meeting to elect officers for the coming term, approve prior minutes, and review the borough arborist's report. The commission will also consider tree removal applications for four residential properties and discuss budget status and correspondence.

• Election of chairperson, vice chairperson, and secretary
• Approval of minutes from November 9, 2020
• Tree removal applications at 414 Grant Street, 847 Thorn Street, 607 Maple Street, and 816 Hill Street
• Borough arborist's report and tree activity sheet
• Budget status and STC accounts

Zoning Hearing Board

The Sewickley Borough Zoning Hearing Board will meet via Zoom on January 5, 2021, to consider one variance request. Eric and Jennifer Pogue seek relief from the zoning ordinance's building envelope requirement to add a swimming pool at 520 Pine Road. The meeting will also include routine items like approving the previous minutes.

• Case 21-01: Variance request by Eric and Jennifer Pogue for a swimming pool at 520 Pine Road (Block & Lot 507-M-255, R-1 district)
• Relief sought from Chapter 330, Section 601(A.6) requiring accessory structures within the building envelope
• Public hearing via Zoom; call-in number (253) 215-8782, meeting ID 876 0595 9534
• Property is in Historic District #1
• Notice to residents mailed December 22, 2020; property posted December 29, 2020