Sewickley public meetings in 2025

Zoning Hearing Board

The Zoning Hearing Board will hold hearings for three new cases seeking variances from the Sewickley Borough Zoning Ordinance. The board will determine if applicants may deviate from standard setback and structural requirements for residential properties.

• Case 25-08: Variance for 5 foot front and 13 foot rear yard setbacks for an addition at 311 Sprott Way
• Case 25-09: Variances for garage door orientation, a 5 foot front yard fence, and expansion of a nonconforming structure at 520 Pine Road
• Case 25-10: Variances to allow a detached garage in a front yard and the demolition and rebuilding of a nonconforming garage at 244 Bank Street

Borough Council

Borough Council will consider the adoption of the 2026 proposed municipal budget and a resolution to set the 2026 real estate tax millage rate. The meeting includes a public hearing and a vote regarding the rezoning of property at 214 Centennial Avenue.

• Resolution 2025-021 to set the 2026 real estate tax millage rate to 6.25 mills
• Ordinance No. 1395 to rezone 214 Centennial Avenue from R-1 to R-1A Residential District
• Adoption of the 2026 proposed municipal budget
• Payment of $88,366.77 to Dun-Rite Construction for Borough Building parking lot improvements
• Two-year professional service contract with Hoffman’s Boarding Kennels

The Sewickley Borough Council approved the proposed 2026 municipal budget and set the real estate tax millage rate at 6.25 mills for 2026. It also adopted an ordinance rezoning 214 Centennial Avenue to the R‑1A residential district and approved several resolutions and contracts, including board appointments, a police pension exemption, and a two‑year service contract with Hoffman’s Boarding Kennels.

• Approved real estate tax millage rate of 6.25 mills for 2026 (Resolution 2025-021)
• Approved appointments to borough boards/commissions and Sewickley Water Authority (Resolution 2025-022)
• Approved exemption from Police Pension Member contributions for 2026 (Resolution 2025-023)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1395 rezoning 214 Centennial Avenue to R‑1A residential district
• Adopted the 2026 municipal budget
• Approved two‑year professional service contract with Hoffman’s Boarding Kennels
• Approved Change Order No. 4 extending the parking lot improvement contract to June 15, 2026
• Approved payment to Dun‑Rite Construction of $88,366.77 for parking lot work

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a zoning map amendment ordinance for 214 Centennial Avenue. After the hearing, the commission will vote on a motion to recommend the amendment to the Borough Council. The meeting will also consider a conditional‑use application for a professional office at 507 Hegner Way, with a recommendation motion to the council.

• Public hearing on Zoning Map Amendment Ordinance for 214 Centennial Ave
• Motion to recommend the 214 Centennial Ave zoning amendment to Borough Council
• Conditional‑use application for a professional office at 507 Hegner Way
• Motion to recommend the 507 Hegner Way conditional use to Borough Council
• Discussion of zoning ordinances, long‑range planning, and Village Overlay

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission will approve minutes from November 4, 2025, and review the Borough Arborist’s report for winter 2025/2026 tree removal and maintenance. The body will also consider applications for tree work at 315 Henry Avenue and 411 Beaver Street.

• Approval of November 4, 2025 minutes
• Review of winter 2025/2026 tree removal program
• Review of winter 2025/2026 tree maintenance program
• Review of spring 2026 tree planting program
• Applications for tree work at 315 Henry Avenue and 411 Beaver Street

The commission approved the November 2025 meeting minutes without opposition. The arborist report (Attachment A) was also approved unanimously. No other motions were taken.

• Approved November 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Arborist Report (Attachment A) (unanimous)

Borough Workshop

The Borough Council will conduct a workshop to review the 2026 budget and millage. The meeting includes discussions on e-bikes, scooters, and a professional service contract renewal. Various committee reports and project status updates will also be presented.

• 2026 Budget and Millage review
• Renewal of Professional Service Contract with Hoffman Boarding Kennels
• Discussion on E-Bikes and Scooters

The Sewickley Borough Council held a workshop on November 25, 2025 and discussed items such as the 2026 budget, e‑bikes and scooters, and a professional services contract. No substantive actions or approvals were taken on any of these topics. The only formal action was a unanimous motion to adjourn the meeting.

• Council adjourned (unanimous)

Borough Council

The borough council will vote on several grant resolutions, including a $1,000,000 local share assessment grant from the Commonwealth Financing Authority for a public works improvement project and a $750,000 Keystone grant for the Sewickley Public Library. It will also consider a $50,000 CDBG request for the Beaver and Broad intersection upgrades and adopt an ordinance to formalize police services with the Borough of Glen Osborne. Additional items include approval of a $16,082.75 payment to J.R. Moran Contracting for demolition work and motions on land‑use applications and other routine business.

• $1,000,000 local share assessment grant request for the Sewickley Public Works Improvement Project (Resolution 2025-020).
• $750,000 Keystone grant disbursement to the Sewickley Public Library (Resolution 2025-017).
• $50,000 CDBG funds request for the Beaver and Broad Intersection Upgrades Project (Resolution 2025-019).
• Approval of payment application No. 1 to J.R. Moran Contracting, Inc. for $16,082.75 for the 860 Nevins Avenue demolition project.
• Ordinance #1394 authorizing an intergovernmental police services agreement with the Borough of Glen Osborne.

The council adopted several resolutions, including a $1,000,000 Local Share Assessment Grant request for the Sewickley Public Works Improvement Project and a $750,000 Keystone Grant disbursement for the public library. It also approved a $50,000 CDBG request for intersection upgrades and adopted an ordinance for a police services agreement with Glen Osborne. All motions were passed unanimously.

• Approved Resolution 2025-017 to disburse $750,000 Keystone Grant to Sewickley Public Library (all in favor)
• Approved Resolution 2025-018 to dispose of zoning and building street files records (all in favor)
• Approved Concurring Resolution 2025-019 requesting $50,000 CDBG funds for Beaver and Broad Intersection Upgrades (all in favor)
• Approved Resolution 2025-020 requesting $1,000,000 Local Share Assessment Grant for Sewickley Public Works Improvement Project (all in favor)
• Approved Ordinance #1394 to execute intergovernmental police services agreement with Glen Osborne (all in favor)
• Approved Lot Consolidation Application for 214 Centennial Avenue (parcel IDs 508-J-117, 508-J-120) (all in favor)
• Approved Lot Line Revision Application for 406 & 408 Peebles Street (parcel IDs 421-F-321, 421-F-312) (all in favor)
• Approved Conditional Use and Land Development Application for 430‑432 Centennial Avenue mixed‑use building (all in favor)

Zoning Hearing Board

The Sewickley Zoning Hearing Board will consider two new applications. Case 25-06 seeks variances to construct a garage in the front yard of 258 Bank Street and to build on a lot that is 49 ft wide, below the 50‑ft minimum. Case 25-07 involves an appeal and variance request for a professional office on 509 Hegner Way (also known as 439 Beaver Street), asking to waive the required three off‑street parking spaces.

• Case 25-06 – Variance request for a front‑yard garage at 258 Bank Street (lot width 49 ft, below 50‑ft minimum)
• Case 25-07 – Appeal and variance request for professional office use at 509 Hegner Way (a/k/a 439 Beaver Street) to allow 0 off‑street parking instead of the required 3

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission will review the October 7, 2025 Arborist’s Report and discuss its tree removal, planting, and maintenance programs for fall 2025 and spring 2026. It will also consider applications for tree work at 527 Hill Street and 414 Grant Street. Additional agenda items include other tree‑related activity such as the American Linden #1802.

• Approval of the October 7, 2025 Arborist’s Report
• Discussion of the Tree Removal Program – Fall 2025
• Discussion of the Tree Planting Program – Spring 2026
• Review of application for tree work at 527 Hill Street
• Review of application for tree work at 414 Grant Street

Historic Review Commission

The Historic Review Commission will meet on November 3, 2025 at 7:00 pm. The agenda includes discussion of a proposal to enclose part of the front and side porch of the property at 47 Woodland Rd to create a new sunroom. The meeting also provides a liaison update and a public‑engagement notice inviting property owners to attend future sessions for historic‑architecture guidance.

• Proposal to enclose front and side porch for a new sunroom at 47 Woodland Rd

Borough Workshop

The Sewickley Borough Council meeting will review old business, including a sidewalk letter, and new business items such as a request for a three‑way stop at Grimes‑Centennial, a Vision Plan and Design Guidelines proposal, and a draft schedule for 2026 meetings. The council will also receive reports from committees, the manager, and discuss budget items related to sewer, liquid fuels, and general fund revenue. An executive session will follow, with any actions on discussed matters taken afterward.

• Grimes‑Centennial 3‑way stop request
• Vision Plan and Design Guidelines proposal
• Draft of 2026 meeting dates
• Sidewalk letter (old business)
• Budget review – sewer, liquid fuels, GF revenue

Historic Review Commission Workshop

The Historic Review Commission meeting will approve the minutes from June 16, 2025, hear the solicitor's remarks, and review the HRC ordinance. Discussions are informal and non-binding, aimed at informing property owners about historically accurate construction. The commission invites all borough property owners to attend the monthly meetings for guidance.

• Approval of minutes from June 16, 2025
• Solicitor’s remarks
• Review of the HRC ordinance
• Public invitation for property owners to attend monthly meetings

Borough Council

The Sewickley Borough Council will consider several payment applications for recent public works projects, including a $146,257.34 payment to Dun Rite Construction for parking lot improvements at the borough building. Additional applications total $21,000 to Allison Park Contractors for Crescent Avenue wall repairs and $49,424.15 to Palombo Landscaping for Chadwick Park improvements. The council will also decide on a certificate of appropriateness for 254 Broad Street, the 2026 pension obligations for the police and non‑uniformed employee plans, and a temporary closure of Peebles Street for a block party.

• Approve $146,257.34 payment to DUN RITE CONSTRUCTION for borough building parking lot improvements (Aug 1 2024 – Sept 26 2025)
• Approve $21,000.00 payment to ALLISON PARK CONTRACTORS, INC. for Crescent Avenue wall and slope stabilization emergency repair
• Approve $49,424.15 payment to PALOMBO LANDSCAPING, INC. for Chadwick Park improvement work (Sept 3 2025 – Oct 6 2025)
• Vote on certificate of appropriateness for 254 BROAD STREET (options to deny, approve as‑applied, or approve with HRC recommendations)
• Approve 2026 pension obligations: $194,323 for Police Pension Plan and $57,605 for Non‑Uniformed Employees Defined Contribution Plan

The council approved multiple payment applications for ongoing projects, including $146,257.34 to Dun Rite Construction, $21,000 to Allison Park Contractors, and $49,424.15 to Palombo Landscaping. It also approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for 254 Broad Street, the 2026 minimum pension obligations totaling $251,928, and a temporary closure of Peebles Street for a block party on October 25. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved $146,257.34 payment to Dun Rite Construction (unanimous)
• Approved $21,000 payment to Allison Park Contractors (unanimous)
• Approved $49,424.15 payment to Palombo Landscaping (unanimous)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 254 Broad Street (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 pension obligations: $194,323 Police plan, $57,605 non‑uniformed plan (unanimous)
• Approved temporary closure of Peebles Street for block party on Oct 25 (unanimous)

Shade Tree Commission

The commission will consider the borough arborist’s report covering the fall 2025 tree removal, planting, and maintenance programs. It will also review applications for tree work at several residential and public locations, including addresses on Centennial Avenue, Broad Street, Pine Road, and others. The meeting includes routine approval of July 1, 2025 minutes and a response to previous applicants.

• Approval of July 1, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of borough arborist’s fall 2025 tree removal, planting, and maintenance programs
• Consideration of tree work application for 517 Centennial Avenue
• Consideration of tree work application for Sewickley Public Library
• Consideration of tree work application for 518 Academy Avenue

The commission unanimously approved the Arborist Report and the July meeting minutes. No formal votes were taken on individual tree applications, but the commission stated it did not object to several private tree removals pending use of an approved company. The commission also added a few borough trees to the high‑priority removal list.

• Approved Arborist Report (unanimous)
• Approved July meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Did not object to removal of 115 Centennial Sweet Gum tree pending approved company
• Did not object to removal of 520 Pine Rd private trees pending approved company
• Did not object to removal of 254 Broad private White Oak tree pending approved company
• Did not object to removal of 317 Peebles private Silver Maple pending approved company
• Added 1400 Princeton Elm (Chadwick St) to high‑priority removal list
• Added Kousa Dogwoods in Wolcott Park to high‑priority removal list

Historic Review Commission

The Historic Review Commission will consider a new application for an attached garage addition at 254 Broad St. The commission will also continue discussion of several old‑business items, including the HRC ordinance review, the Herbst house, a vacant seat, the HPP, and design guidelines. Public engagement information about the commission’s monthly meetings is also provided.

• 254 Broad St – attached garage addition (new business)
• HRC ordinance review (old business)
• Herbst house (old business)
• Vacant seat (old business)
• Design guidelines (old business)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a land development application for a new two-story mixed-use/conditional use building. The body will also continue discussions on zoning ordinances, long range planning, and the Village Overlay.

• Land development application for a 2 story mixed use/conditional use building at 430-432 Centennial
• Discussion of zoning ordinances
• Discussion of long range planning
• Discussion of Village Overlay

Borough Workshop

The Sewickley Borough Council will hold a workshop to review project updates, committee reports, and specific items including sidewalk letters, final restoration, and outdoor seating permits. The meeting will also address an HRC vacancy and a parking ambassador opening.

• Review of Sidewalk Letter
• Final Restoration discussion
• Outdoor Seating and Permitting Letter Review
• HRC vacancy
• Parking Ambassador Opening

The Sewickley Borough Council discussed several items, including sidewalk restoration and outdoor seating permits. The council decided that sidewalk letters will be mailed on November 1 and that outdoor seating letters will be sent out immediately. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous vote.

• Sidewalk letters scheduled for mailing on November 1
• Outdoor seating letters to be sent out immediately
• Council adjourned the meeting (unanimous vote)

Borough Council

The Sewickley Borough Council will hold public hearings on two conditional‑use applications for mixed‑use projects at 524 Locust Place and 514 Beaver Street. The council will vote on a resolution to transfer a restaurant liquor license to LPJ SPEAKS, LLC at 424 Broad Street. It will also consider grant requests for the Beaver and Broad Intersection Improvement ($174,042), the 2025 Sewer Repair Program ($150,000), and the War Memorial Trail and Connector ($500,000). Additional items include change‑order approvals and several temporary street‑closure requests.

• Public hearing – conditional use application for mixed‑use residential/commercial at 524 Locust Place
• Public hearing – conditional use application for mixed‑use retail/office at 514 Beaver Street
• Motion to approve liquor license transfer to LPJ SPEAKS, LLC for 424 Broad Street, Suite 1
• Motion to approve grant request for War Memorial Trail and Connector project – $500,000
• Motion to approve grant request for Beaver and Broad Intersection Improvement – $174,042

The Sewickley Borough Council unanimously approved the transfer of Restaurant Liquor License No. R-8678 to LPJ Speaks, LLC. It also approved grant requests for the Beaver and Broad Intersection Improvement Project ($174,042), the 2025 Sewer Repair Program ($150,000), and the War Memorial Trail and Connector Project ($500,000). Additional actions included approving a construction change order, a certificate of appropriateness, a payment application, and a conditional‑use mixed‑use project at 524 Locust Place.

• Approved transfer of Restaurant Liquor License No. R-8678 to LPJ Speaks, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved grant request for Beaver and Broad Intersection Improvement Project – $174,042 (unanimous)
• Approved grant request for 2025 Sewer Repair Program – $150,000 (unanimous)
• Approved grant request for War Memorial Trail and Connector Project – $500,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order No. 3 with Dun Rite Construction & Paving – $36,388.75 (unanimous)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 243 Frederick A/C condenser units (unanimous)
• Approved payment application No. 4 to Osiris Enterprises – $15,957.63 (unanimous)
• Approved conditional‑use mixed‑use project at 524 Locust Place (7‑yes, 1‑no)

Borough Workshop

The council voted to approve an agreement with the SHACOG Purchasing Alliance to supply and deliver rock salt to the borough from August 1 2025 through June 30 2026 at $88.32 per ton. The motion was made by Todd Hamer, seconded by Donna Kaib, and passed with all members in favor. The council then adjourned the meeting unanimously.

• Approved rock‑salt supply agreement with SHACOG (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous vote)

Borough Council

The council adopted Resolution 2025-012 to purchase new firearms for the Sewickley Borough Police Department. It approved several payment applications and change orders for ongoing park and road projects. The borough awarded contracts for the 2025 Road Program and the 860 Nevin demolition project. It also authorized temporary road closures for the 9th Annual Turkey Trot and a street picnic.

• Approved Resolution 2025-012 to purchase new police firearms (all in favor)
• Approved payment application #1 to Allison Park Contractors, $399,000 (all in favor)
• Approved change order #1 to C. Crump, Inc., $1,600 (all in favor)
• Approved payment application #1 to C. Crump, Inc., $161,611.80 (all in favor)
• Awarded Youngblood Paving contract $377,485.10 for 2025 Road Program – Contract A (all in favor)
• Awarded El Grande Industries contract $55,098.75 for 2025 Road Program – Contract B (all in favor)
• Awarded J.R. Moran Contracting contract $16,082.74 for 860 Nevin Demolition Project (all in favor)
• Approved road closures for 9th Annual Turkey Trot on Nov 27, 2025 (all in favor)

Borough Council

The Sewickley Borough Council voted unanimously to approve conditional use applications for a business office on the 2nd floor of 436 Beaver Street and a business office on the 1st floor of 421 Walnut Street. The council also approved a change order for $16,560.90 and a payment of $137,371.18 for the Chadwick Park Improvements Project. A resolution to revise the Official Sewage Facilities Plan for 432 Centennial Avenue was adopted, and the certificate of appropriateness for 520 Pine Road was withdrawn by the applicant.

• Approved consent agenda (all in favor)
• Approved monthly reports (all in favor)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-011 for sewage plan revision (all in favor)
• Approved conditional use for 436 Beaver St business office (all in favor)
• Approved conditional use for 421 Walnut St business office (all in favor)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Chadwick Park Improvements ($16,560.90) (all in favor)
• Approved Payment #3 to Palombo Landscaping ($137,371.18) (all in favor)
• Certificate of appropriateness for 520 Pine Rd withdrawn (application withdrawn)

Shade Tree Commission

The commission unanimously approved the Arborist Report and the June meeting minutes. It approved several tree removal applications, including a Borough Silver Linden at 248 Linden Ct and two Borough Crab Apple trees at 920 Centennial Ave. The commission also approved removal of private trees at 248 Linden Ct, 106 Centennial Ave, and 140 Bradley Ln, pending use of an approved removal company, and authorized distribution of a street‑tree planting pamphlet.

• Approved June meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Arborist Report (unanimous)
• Approved removal of Borough Silver Linden tree at 248 Linden Ct (unanimous)
• Approved removal and pruning of two Borough Crab Apple trees at 920 Centennial Ave (unanimous)
• Approved removal of three private Spruce trees at 248 Linden Ct (no objection, pending approved removal company)
• Approved removal of private Crab Apple tree at 106 Centennial Ave (no objection, pending approved removal company)
• Approved removal of private Norway Maple at 140 Bradley Ln (no objection, pending approved removal company)
• Authorized forwarding of street‑tree planting pamphlet to homeowners (Tyler to send to Donna & Diane)

Borough Workshop

The council voted unanimously to approve a Certificate of Appropriateness for 100 Centennial Avenue to allow new and replacement fencing. It also voted unanimously to approve a Certificate of Appropriateness for 500 Thorn Street for new exterior landscape lighting. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 100 Centennial Avenue (fencing) – unanimous
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 500 Thorn Street (exterior lighting) – unanimous
• Adjourned meeting – unanimous

Borough Council

The Sewickley Borough Council approved three resolutions authorizing emergency repairs to the Crescent Avenue wall, acquisition of vacant parcels, and a grant request with matching funds. It also authorized several agreements, payments, and street closures for community events. All motions passed unanimously or with all members in favor.

• Approved Resolution 2025-008 for emergency repairs to Crescent Avenue Wall and Slope Stabilization (all in favor)
• Approved Resolution 2025-009 for acquisition and disposition of vacant parcels at 508-N-14, Beaver Street (all in favor)
• Approved Resolution 2025-010 to request a grant and provide local matching funds (all in favor)
• Authorized agreement with Chief Mazza for use of a therapy certified canine (all in favor)
• Authorized Gateway Engineers to prepare documents for the 2025 Road Paving Project (all in favor)
• Approved payment #2 to Palombo Landscaping, Inc. of $45,804.60 for Chadwick Park Improvements (all in favor)
• Approved payment #4 and final to El Grande Industries, LLC of $64,239.11 for 2024 Sewickley Road Program (all in favor)
• Approved consolidation of lots at 311 Sprott Way as submitted by owners Jamie and David Wipkowski (all in favor)

Shade Tree Commission

The commission unanimously approved the May 2025 meeting minutes. The Arborist Report was also approved without dissent. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous motion.

• Approved May meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Arborist Report (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Borough Workshop

The council voted to authorize a First Amendment to the Developer’s Agreement with Hoey’s Run LLC for the properties at 400 and 420 Centennial Avenue, with all members in favor. A proposal to install sunscreen dispensers in War Memorial Park was declined. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous vote.

• Authorized First Amendment to Developer’s Agreement for 400 & 420 Centennial Ave (unanimous)
• Declined proposal for sunscreen dispensers in War Memorial Park
• Adjourned council meeting (unanimous)

Borough Council

The council appointed Steven Berg and Celina Kelly as Patrol Officers, each by unanimous vote. It approved four contractor payments totaling $244,959.97 for sewer repairs, landscaping, and road work. The borough approved hosting a PurpleAir air‑quality monitor on the borough building. The council also approved closing Ferry Street and Emery Street for a neighborhood picnic on May 26.

• Appointed Steven Berg as Patrol Officer (all in favor)
• Appointed Celina Kelly as Patrol Officer (all in favor)
• Approved payment #2 to Insituform Technologies, LLC – $63,492.30 (all in favor)
• Approved payment #3 to Osiris Enterprises – $13,680.00 (all in favor)
• Approved payment #1 to Palombo Landscaping, Inc. – $46,182.15 (all in favor)
• Approved payment #3 to El Grande Industries, LLC – $120,705.52 (all in favor)
• Approved hosting a PurpleAir monitor on the borough building (all in favor)
• Approved closing Ferry Street and Emery Street for a picnic on May 26, 2025 (all in favor)

Shade Tree Commission

The commission unanimously approved the April meeting minutes and the attached arborist report. It approved removal applications for private trees at 719/727 Thorn and a borough maple at 891 Thorn St, with the latter given a priority level of 2. The commission also agreed to proceed with spring tree planting and to coordinate GIS license access with the borough manager.

• Approved April meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved arborist report (unanimous)
• Approved removal of private trees at 719/727 Thorn (pending approved tree service)
• Approved removal of borough maple at 891 Thorn St (priority 2)
• Agreed to proceed with spring tree planting in May
• Agreed to coordinate GIS license access with borough manager

Borough Workshop

The Sewickley Borough Council held a workshop on April 22, 2025. No formal approvals, denials, or policy changes were adopted; the meeting consisted mainly of reports and discussions. The council adjourned at 8:07 PM by a unanimous motion.

• Adjourned unanimously (motion by Bates, second by Hamer)

Borough Council

The borough council adopted Resolution 2025-007 to request a $291,330 Non‑Motorized Train Program grant for improvements to the War Memorial Park trail and bridge. It also approved several development agreements, change orders, and traffic safety measures, including leading pedestrian intervals at five intersections. Additional approvals covered street closures for community events throughout 2025.

• Approved Consent Agenda (motion passed)
• Approved Monthly Reports (motion passed)
• Approved Resolution 2025-007 requesting $291,330 grant for War Memorial Park trail and bridge (all in favor)
• Approved developer agreement for 328 Beaver Street (all in favor)
• Approved change order $254,800 for parking canopy project at Borough Building (all in favor)
• Approved leading pedestrian intervals at five signalized intersections (all in favor)
• Awarded C. Crump contract for War Memorial Park Stream Restoration Phase 2, $163,310 (all in favor)
• Approved multiple street closures for events (May Mart, block parties, motorcycle show, etc.) (all in favor)

Shade Tree Commission

The commission unanimously approved the March meeting minutes and the arborist report. Applications for the Sewickley Library landscaping plan, private pine tree removal at the former Cole funeral home site, and pruning of an oak at 330 Frederick were all approved. The commission also assigned the arborist to add memorial trees to the planting list and to coordinate spring planting and GIS license access with the borough manager.

• Approved March meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved arborist report (unanimous)
• Approved landscaping plan for Sewickley Library (application approved)
• Approved removal of private pine trees at former Cole funeral home site (application approved)
• Approved pruning of oak at 330 Frederick (application approved)
• Action: Add planting of memorial trees to planting list (assigned to arborist)
• Action: Coordinate spring planting and GIS license access with borough manager (assigned to arborist)

Borough Workshop

The Sewickley Borough Council held a workshop on March 25, 2025, hearing public comments and reviewing several reports. No formal approvals, denials, or policy changes were recorded. The meeting concluded with a unanimous motion to adjourn.

• Adjourned unanimously (motion by Hamer, second by Bates)