Wyomissing, Pennsylvania
Recent meetings
Fire & Police Committee
The Wyomissing Fire & Police Committee reviewed EMS call data for January through May 2026, totaling 1,184 calls for Wyomissing Borough. They also discussed a trade-in of old SCBA and spare bottles, with a refund check expected from Dival.
- 1,184 total EMS calls for Wyomissing Borough from Jan-May 2026
- 244 calls in May 2026, with 121 transported lights/siren
- 45 calls to Highlands Of Wyomissing nursing home
- 7 Narcan administrations in Wyomissing Borough
- Trade-in of old SCBA and spare bottles, refund check from Dival
Fire & Police Committee
The Fire & Police Committee will discuss a previously tabled noise ordinance and may recommend council authorization for its preparation. The committee will also consider approving the Wyomissing School District Mini Thon Club's Color Fun Run on August 29, 2026. Other items include police patrol updates at Happy Hollow and Hills playgrounds, a fire department radio purchase, and the SCBA project update.
- Discussion and potential motion on preparing a noise ordinance (previously tabled)
- Motion to recommend council authorization for the Wyomissing School District Mini Thon Club Color Fun Run on August 29, 2026
- Discussion of police patrol time spent at Happy Hollow and Hills playgrounds in June
- Fire department discussion on purchasing new radios
- Update on the SCBA (self-contained breathing apparatus) project
Recreation Board
The Wyomissing Recreation Board will consider a motion to approve, table, or deny the 2026 Full-Service Concession Agreement and recommend council ratification. They will also review the Nature Play Area project, hear updates on Memorial Day and Independence Day events, and discuss community engagement with the Wyomissing Lacrosse Club. Additionally, the board will vote on May 2026 meeting minutes and financial reports, and discuss Wyomissing Hills Basketball Courts.
- Motion to approve, table, or deny 2026 Full-Service Concession Agreement with recommendation for council ratification
- Review of Nature Play Area project status updates
- Update on Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony sub-committee
- Update on Independence Day Parade & Celebration sub-committee
- Discussion of Wyomissing Hills Basketball Courts
Infrastructure Committee
This meeting of the Infrastructure Committee includes recommendations on several public works contracts and payments. Items include a change order and payment for the West Lawn Interceptor, a recommendation to award the 2026 50/50 Sidewalks contract to Reamstown Excavating for $91,970, final payment for the Berkshire Heights Playground, a payment for Carlino Swale reconstruction, and a presentation on a proposed Nature Play Area at Wyomissing Hills Park.
- Change Order No. 1 for West Lawn Interceptor: $951.08 net increase, extending completion to April 30, 2026
- Recommendation to pay JNS Paving & Excavating $58,719.62 (App. No. 7) for West Lawn Interceptor work
- Recommendation to award 2026 50/50 Sidewalks project to Reamstown Excavating, Inc. at $91,970.00 base bid
- Final payment recommendation of $15,000.84 to Gordon H. Baver for Berkshire Heights Playground (100% complete, $300,017.01 total contract)
- Presentation on establishing a Nature Play Area at Wyomissing Hills Park using volunteer and Public Works resources
Infrastructure Committee
The Infrastructure Committee will discuss the 4th & Oley pump station, where revised EDU costs are set at $2,500 and no new development can occur without upgrading one or both stations. The committee will vote on recommending a change order and payment for the West Lawn Interceptor project, and on awarding the 2026 Street Work contract. Updates on sidewalk projects, park improvements, and a fiber-optic agreement are also on the agenda.
- Revised EDU cost of $2,500 at 4th & Oley Pump Station based on $175,000 from Boiler House, Windsor St, and RM Palmer; no additional development without upgrades
- West Lawn Interceptor: motion needed to recommend Change Order #1 ($951.08) and Pay Application #7 ($58,719.62) from JNS Paving and Excavating Corp.
- 2026 Street Work awarded to G&B Construction for $498,216.64 (Old Mill Road and Meadowlark Road)
- Berkshire Heights Playground: final Pay Application #6 ($15,000.84) from Gordon H. Baver, Inc.
- Motion to table, approve, or deny recommending Council authorize amendment to Fastbridge Fiber Right-of-Way Agreement to remove Trent Place
Borough Council
The Wyomissing Borough Council will consider adopting four ordinances: one establishing snow and ice removal regulations, another updating the towing and impoundment process, a third updating the fire code to the 2021 International Fire Code, and a fourth removing snow emergency routes. The council will also vote on multiple contract payments and change orders for infrastructure projects, including $130,343.50 for sidewalk work and $78,533.91 for the Berkshire Heights playground, and consider appointing special counsel for the Berkshire Mall redevelopment project and a resolution to apply for flood mitigation funding.
- Ordinance 1462-2026: Adding snow and ice removal regulations to Chapter 21 (Streets and Sidewalks).
- Ordinance 1463-2026: Amending towing and impoundment procedures for illegally parked vehicles.
- Ordinance 1460-2026: Updating the International Fire Code to the 2021 version.
- Payment of $130,343.50 to Forino Co., LP for the 2025 50/50 Sidewalk project.
- Resolution 2026-22: Applying for CFA Flood Mitigation Program for the High Road flood mitigation project.
Borough Council
Wyomissing Borough Council will consider adopting several ordinances, including new snow and ice removal regulations and updates to towing and fire codes. The council will also vote on applying for a state flood mitigation grant for the High Road project and appointing special counsel for Berkshire Mall redevelopment. Various payments and reports from committees and departments are up for approval.
- Ordinance 1462-2026: new snow and ice removal regulations under Chapter 21
- Ordinance 1463-2026: amending towing and impoundment procedures
- Ordinance 1460-2026: updating to 2021 International Fire Code
- Ordinance 1461-2026: removing snow emergency routes from Chapter 15
- Resolution 2026-22: applying for CFA Flood Mitigation Program for High Road project
Finance & Administration Committee
The Finance & Administration Committee reviewed the Borough's financial status for the period of January 1 to April 30, 2026. The report details total cash and investment balances across various municipal funds including General, Fire Tax, Road Tax, EMS Tax, Water, Sewer, Refuse, and Highway funds.
- Total Cash & Investments balance of $9,987,465
- General Fund YTD revenue of $6,970,128
- General Fund YTD expenditures of $5,326,621
- Water Fund YTD revenue of $755,555
- Sewer Fund YTD revenue of $987,128
Finance & Administration Committee
The Finance & Administration Committee will review cash and investment balances and April 2026 financial results. They will discuss a utility billing discrepancy and consider Resolution No. 2026-20 to appoint representatives to the Berks County Tax Collection Committee Executive Committee. Right to Know requests will also be reviewed.
- Discuss utility billing credit due to recent discrepancy
- Resolution No. 2026-20 to appoint delegates to Berks County Tax Collection Committee Executive Committee
- Review of April 2026 revenues, expenses, and tax collections
- Cash and investment balance update including PLGIT
- Right to Know request log review
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review the preliminary land development plan for a four-story, 30-unit apartment building at 915 Penn Avenue. The Borough engineer's letter identifies numerous zoning, subdivision, and stormwater ordinance violations that must be resolved. The applicant is seeking conditional use relief for parking requirements. No action on the plan can occur until traffic, landscaping, and other impact studies are submitted and reviewed.
- 30-unit apartment building at 915 Penn Avenue (Wrangler Lot)
- Recreation impact fee of $1,500 per residential unit
- Zoning relief needed for paved area percentage and parking
- Stormwater infiltration testing and soil probes required
- Building renderings required before final plan consideration
Planning Commission
The Wyomissing Planning Commission will review and take action on two property applications: a waiver request for plan scale at 915 Penn Avenue and a conditional use application at 1714 State Hill Road. Members will vote on motions to recommend approval, denial, or tabling to the Borough Council. The commission will also discuss Gov. Shapiro's Housing Initiative, with no formal action expected.
- Review and possible recommendation on a waiver from Sections 401.1 and 403.1 for plan scale at 915 Penn Avenue
- Conditional use application at 1714 State Hill Road – motion to recommend Council approval, denial, or tabling
- Discussion of Gov. Shapiro's Housing Initiative (no decision expected)
Park & Shade Tree Commission
The Park & Shade Tree Commission will discuss and potentially adopt a new memorial bench program for the Parklands of Wyomissing, which includes a $3,000 fee, a five-year warranty, and optional maintenance extensions. The Bird Box Subcommittee also reports on nesting activity and outlines goals for box replacement, heat protection, and predator controls.
- Memorial bench program with a $3,000 cost includes plaque, five-year warranty, and optional $750 three-year maintenance extension
- Bird box report: 8 bluebird nesting attempts, 3 failed; 12 tree swallow attempts; 3 Carolina chickadee nests with hatchlings
- House sparrows non-native competitors observed interfering in 5 boxes; monitors using egg piercing, nest removal, and traps
- Goal to replace remaining 7 older nest boxes in 2027; resident Bill Bellows donated one box and offered to make more
- Plans to evaluate and add second-roof designs and Noel guards to protect against heat and predators
Park & Shade Tree Commission
The commission will discuss updates on parkland and shade tree projects, including a $20,000 budget for invasive species removal and educational signage. It will also review the Memorial Bench Program and the status of the Old Mill Road parking lot, where council denied a request to use $10,000 in street work funds for a driveway apron. Subcommittee reports on bird nest boxes, education, and outreach will be given, and a partnership with PSU Berks will be updated.
- $20,000 budgeted for invasive removal and temporary signs from 2025 budget
- $10,000 grant approved from West Reading-Wyomissing Rotary Club for planting day
- $10,000 funding from Berks County Planning Commission for invasives removal and signage
- $10,000 driveway apron request denied by council for Old Mill Road parking lot
- Review of Borough-developed Memorial Bench Program
Fire & Police Committee
The committee will review three draft cost estimates for replacing police/fire radios, ranging from $134,520 to $252,991. Also included is a proposed ordinance to delete the list of snow emergency routes from the borough code, and a notice from the Court of Common Pleas about eliminating Magisterial District 23-2-02 and realigning districts in Berks County. The agenda also contains a PennDOT technical sheet on crosswalk marking standards.
- Radio replacement options: partial replacement ($134,520), total replacement of hand units ($160,125), or triband radios ($252,991)
- Proposed ordinance (No. 1461-2026) to delete Section 406 (Snow Emergency Routes) from Chapter 15 of the Borough Code
- Court notice proposing elimination of Magisterial District 23-2-02 and realignment of Districts 23-2-01 and 23-2-04, adding West Reading Borough to 23-2-01
Fire & Police Committee
The Fire & Police Committee will discuss and vote on recommending advertisement of Ordinance 1461-2026 to delete snow emergency routes. They will also consider a proposed change to Magisterial Districts in Berks County and pedestrian safety on State Hill Road. New radio costs for police and fire will be reviewed, and a noise ordinance may be prepared.
- Ordinance 1461-2026 to remove snow emergency routes (recommendation for advertisement)
- Discussion on proposed change to Magisterial Districts within the Twenty-third Judicial District (Berks County) – possible public comment
- Pedestrian safety along State Hill Road – procedural actions to begin addressing
- Upcoming costs for new radios for Police and Fire – review of spreadsheet and old system
- Noise ordinance preparation – previously tabled discussion based on sample review
Recreation Board
The Wyomissing Recreation Board tabled a motion to recommend Council adopt an ordinance establishing subcommittee parameters, and approved the February 2026 meeting minutes and January 2026 financial report. The board received updates on pool membership (39 memberships, 152 members), egg hunt preparations (over $3,000 in-kind donations), Earth Day partnerships (including Hawk Mountain raptor educators), and capital projects (Berkshire Heights playground guardrail over budget).
- Motion to table recommending Council approve an ordinance to establish subcommittee rules for boards and commissions.
- Pool membership at 39 (152 members); opening June 6 with hours 12-8 pm until August 9.
- Egg hunt budget reduced from $2,500 to $1,800; over $3,000 in-kind donations received.
- Earth Day will feature Hawk Mountain raptor educators, library story time, scout cleanup, and more.
- Berkshire Heights playground guardrail came in over budget, only Public Works repairs proceeding.
Recreation Board
The Wyomissing Borough Recreation Board will meet to approve minutes from April 2026 and financial reports for February through April 2026. They will receive updates from sub-committees on the pool, Earth Day Fair & Farmer's Market, and upcoming parades. New business includes a discussion on community engagement with the Wyomissing Area Garden Club and a presentation on The Nature Play Zone at Wyomissing Hills Memorial Park.
- Approval of April 2026 meeting minutes
- Approval of financial reports for February, March, and April 2026
- Pool Sub-Committee update (Mike Sharer)
- Earth Day Fair & Farmer's Market recap (Jessica Christman)
- Presentation and discussion on The Nature Play Zone at Wyomissing Hills Memorial Park
Infrastructure Committee
The Infrastructure Committee will consider a payment recommendation of $60,359.47 to JNS Paving & Excavating Corp. for the West Lawn Interceptor project. They will also receive a Public Works report covering playground repairs, a fuel tank removal with contaminated soil, and a proposal for a nature play zone at Wyomissing Hills Park.
- Payment application No. 6 for $60,359.47 to JNS Paving & Excavating Corp. for West Lawn Interceptor (79% complete)
- Lead and Copper Rule update: Borough reduced required inspections from 5,000 to 1,200, now targeting 124 in-home and 67 pothole inspections
- Underground fuel tank removal at public works garage detected contaminated soil, reported to DEP; USTIF fee issue with Leffler Fuel
- Proposal for a nature play zone at Wyomissing Hills Park to replace invasive plants with logs, stumps, and wood chips
- Cost comparison for road work on 1500 block Rose Virginia Road: borough cost $4,759.52 vs contractor $10,812
Infrastructure Committee
The Infrastructure Committee will discuss the 4th & Oley pump station, where a revised EDU cost of $2,500 has been set based on $175,000 from Boiler House, Windsor St, and RM Palmer. No new development can occur without upgrading the stations. The committee will also vote on a pay application for the West Lawn Interceptor sanitary sewer project ($1.585M budget) and other contract approvals.
- Revised EDU cost $2,500/EDU for 4th & Oley pump station; no new development without upgrades
- Motion on pay application #6 ($60,359.47) for West Lawn Interceptor sanitary sewer project ($539,238 contract)
- Change Order #1 ($20,826.40 credit) and final pay application for 2025 Sidewalk Project ($130,343.50)
- 2026 Street Work awarded to G&B Construction for $498,216.64 (Old Mill Road and Meadowlark Road)
- Berkshire Heights Playground change order #6 ($8,128) and pay application #5 ($78,533.91)
Zoning Hearing Board
The Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing on a variance request from Dennis and Nicole Mularkey for their property at 1315 Dauphin Avenue. The applicants seek to construct a 12.5' x ? deck that would increase building coverage from the allowed 25% to 51%, exceeding the maximum by 26%. The property is in an R-1 Low Density Residential district and currently has non-conforming status for lot area and building coverage. The board will decide whether to grant the variance from Sections 404 and 701.3 of the Zoning Ordinance.
- Variance requested from Section 404 (Area, Yard and Height Regulations) and Section 701.3 (Non-Conforming Lots of Record)
- Proposed deck would increase building coverage to 51%, exceeding the 25% maximum by 26%
- Property located at 1315 Dauphin Avenue, Tax Parcel ID #96439607689205
- Public hearing scheduled for May 13, 2026 at 3:00 PM at Wyomissing Borough Hall
- Applicants must present testimony and evidence; all interested parties may be heard
Zoning Hearing Board
The Zoning Hearing Board will conduct a conditional use hearing to consider a variance request from Dennis and Nicole Mullarkey for property at 1315 Dauphin Avenue. The variance seeks to allow a proposed deck that would exceed the maximum building coverage of 25% by 26%, for a total of 51%, contrary to Sections 404 and 701.3 of the Zoning Ordinance. The meeting will include procedural reviews, swearing in of parties, examinations, public comment, and a motion to table, approve, or deny the variance.
- Variance request by Dennis and Nicole Mullarkey for 1315 Dauphin Avenue to exceed maximum building coverage from 25% to 51% for a deck
- Review of Conditional Use Hearing procedural steps
- Swearing in of parties for examination and cross-examination
- Public comment period limited to matters before the Borough Council
- Motion to table, approve, or deny the variance
Borough Council
Wyomissing Borough Council will decide on a conditional use application for a 30-unit apartment building at 915 Penn Avenue without required ground-floor commercial uses and with fewer parking spaces. The council will also consider multiple contracts and ordinances, including a $214,468.67 fire station façade award, a $41,613 traffic circle wall repair, and a new snow and ice removal ordinance. Several committee reports and financial approvals are on the agenda.
- Conditional use decision for 30-unit apartment building at 915 Penn Avenue, LLC without first-floor commercial and with only 32 parking spaces instead of 45
- Awarding fire station façade work to Premier Building for $214,468.67
- Awarding Wyomissing traffic circle wall damage repairs to New Castle Lawn and Landscape for $41,613.00
- Ordinance No. 1462-2026 amending Chapter 21 to add snow and ice removal regulations
- Resolution No. 2026-19 revising the Borough fee schedule, including business privilege license renewal fees
Borough Council
The Wyomissing Borough Council will vote on a conditional use application for a 30-unit apartment building at 915 Penn Avenue, which includes reduced parking and no first-floor commercial space. The council will also consider ordinances on snow removal, towing storage garages, and updating the fire code to the 2021 International Fire Code. Additional actions include awarding contracts for fire station façade work ($214,468.67) and traffic circle wall repairs ($41,613.00), and adopting a revised fee schedule.
- Conditional use decision for 30-unit apartment at 915 Penn Ave with reduced parking and no first-floor commercial space
- Ordinance No. 1462-2026 – snow and ice removal regulations
- Ordinance No. 1463-2026 – towing and storage garage designation
- Ordinance No. 1460-2026 – update to 2021 International Fire Code
- Award of fire station façade work to Premier Building for $214,468.67
Finance & Administration Committee
The Finance & Administration Committee is reviewing the Borough's financial statements for the first quarter of 2026, including cash and investment balances and revenues and expenditures across all funds. The agenda is purely informational and procedural, with no action items, public hearings, or proposed ordinances.
- Total cash and investments across all funds: $8,295,388 as of March 31, 2026
- General Fund revenues YTD $4,982,762 (26% of budget) vs expenditures YTD $3,767,494 (19% of budget), leaving a surplus of $1,215,269
- Water Fund revenues YTD $704,143 vs expenditures YTD $721,623, a deficit of $17,480
- All-funds revenue YTD $7,652,919 versus expenditures YTD $5,766,782, a net surplus of $1,886,137
- Year-end budget projects a deficit of $983,000 across all funds
Finance & Administration Committee
The Wyomissing Borough Finance & Administration Committee will review March 2026 financial results, cash balances, and the 2025 municipal audit. Members will vote on approving the audit, amending the late business privilege license renewal fee to $50 plus a $10 late charge, and authorizing a $3,246 unbudgeted expense for a Fire Chief vehicle cabinet. The committee will also discuss standard terms for third-party contractor agreements and the sale of public works equipment.
- Approve or table the 2025 municipal audit results and management letter
- Amend the fee schedule for late business privilege license renewals to $50 plus a $10 late fee
- Authorize a $3,246 unbudgeted expenditure for a Fire Chief vehicle command cabinet
- Review third-party contractor agreements and develop standard contract terms
- Sale of miscellaneous public works equipment via Municibid (closing April 28, 2026)
Economic Development Committee
The Wyomissing Economic Development Committee is meeting to discuss a news article on Governor Josh Shapiro's plan to address Pennsylvania's housing shortage. The plan outlines proposals to increase home construction, expand renter protections, and reduce homelessness. The committee will consider the implications for local economic development.
- Plan aims to add 185,000 housing units by 2035
- Proposed changes to local zoning laws to allow accessory dwelling units and eliminate minimum parking requirements
- Pitched $1 billion debt-funded infrastructure investment, with 'lion's share' for housing
- Tenant protections: cap application fees, seal eviction records, limit criminal record use
- Expand Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program eligibility for housing projects
Economic Development Committee
The Wyomissing Economic Development Committee will discuss a Spotlight PA article on Gov. Shapiro's Housing Initiative and consider whether to recommend revisions to the borough's zoning regulations. The committee will also receive an update on commercial properties of interest.
- Discussion of Spotlight PA article on Gov. Shapiro's Housing Initiative
- Discussion of possible revisions to borough zoning regulations related to housing
- Update on commercial properties of interest (old business)
Fire & Police Committee
The Fire & Police Committee is reviewing a Berks County Department of Emergency Services letter outlining a radio fleet refresh program with a 7-year financing package for municipalities. The agenda also includes EMS call volume data for Wyomissing Borough and surrounding areas from January to April 2026. The committee is expected to discuss participation and response to the county's April 13 deadline.
- County offering 7-year financing for radio replacements, similar to 2013 program, with principal plus financing cost passed through to municipalities
- Private non-profit emergency service agencies are not eligible for financing; municipalities must assume the cost or guarantee the loan
- Deadline for agencies to indicate likely participation and percentage of fleet to replace is April 13 at 0800
- EMS call data shows Wyomissing Borough had 265 calls in March 2026, highest in the region
- Narcan administered 5 times in Wyomissing Borough system-wide during the reported period
Fire & Police Committee
The Wyomissing Fire & Police Committee will discuss the cost of new radios for police and fire, consider a motion to limit parking at the intersection of Upland and Upland, and review two proposed ordinances: one amending the process for designating approved storage garages and towing, and another designating snow emergency routes. The committee will also consider a $3,246 purchase for a command drawer in the Fire Chief's vehicle and receive updates from emergency services.
- Discussion on upcoming cost for new radios for police and fire
- Motion to table, approve, or deny limiting parking at Upland and Upland intersection
- Ordinance No. 1463-2026 amending Chapter 15 on approved storage garages, bonding, towing, and storage
- Ordinance No. 1461-2026 designating snow emergency routes and outlining the snow emergency process
- Proposed purchase of a command drawer with accessories for the Fire Chief's vehicle for $3,246
Borough Council
At this special meeting, Wyomissing Borough Council will discuss and vote on appointing a fire chief candidate and approving the corresponding contract. An agenda amendment to combine both actions into one motion passed unanimously (5-0).
- Discussion of fire chief candidate qualifications and contract terms
- Motion to table, approve, or deny the fire chief appointment and contract as a single item
- Council voted 5-0 to amend the agenda to combine the appointment and contract vote
Borough Council
The Borough Council is considering an employment agreement for Eric Needle as Fire Chief, effective August 3, 2026 through December 31, 2027, then at-will. The agreement sets a base salary of $125,000 prorated for 2026, with annual adjustments tied to union fire officer increases. Benefits include a defined contribution pension, health insurance opt-out payment of $15,000 per year, and a one-time relocation payment of $15,000 after two years.
- Base salary of $125,000 per year, prorated for 2026, with yearly adjustments based on collective bargaining agreement
- One-time relocation payment of $15,000 if employee relocates within 35 miles after 2 years
- Pension: defined contribution plan with 10% employer contribution, vested at 2 years
- Health insurance opt-out payment of $15,000 per year if employee declines coverage
- Consultant rate of $70/hour for work performed before official start date
Recreation Board
The Board reviewed updates for upcoming community events including Earth Day, the pool season, and the Memorial Day parade. Members also discussed playground maintenance at Berkshire Heights and financial reports regarding donations and rentals.
- Earth Day event scheduled for April 25th at Happy Hollow Playground
- Pool opening set for June 6th with seasonal hours through Labor Day
- Egg Hunt in-kind donations totaling more than $3,000
- Berkshire Heights ballfield maintenance includes $18,000 for Diamond-Tex and recrowning
- Year-to-date fundraising total of $8,750
Recreation Board
This regular meeting includes approval of the March 2026 minutes and February 2026 financial report, sub-committee updates on the playground, Earth Day Fair, Egg Hunt recap, and parade planning for Memorial Day and Independence Day. New business features community engagement with the Wyomissing Area Soccer Club (WASC). The Recreation Director will report on programs, facilities management, rentals, and maintenance.
- Approval of March 2026 meeting minutes
- Approval of February 2026 financial report
- Playground Sub-Committee update
- Egg Hunt recap
- Community engagement with Wyomissing Area Soccer Club (WASC)
Personnel Committee
The Personnel Committee will discuss a job classification request for a Public Works employee, moving from junior to senior operator. The wage would increase from $34.46 to $38.46. The request is not in the 2026 budget, but cost savings of $4,400 in line 454-740 and $2,640 in line 454-130 cover the increase without additional funds.
- Reclassification of employee Jake from junior operator to senior operator
- Wage increase from $34.46/hour to $38.46/hour
- Cost savings of $4,400 from code line 454-740 and $2,640 from line 454-130 offset the increase
- Request not included in the 2026 budget but funded through existing savings
- Next scheduled wage increase for Jake is 3/25/2027
Personnel Committee
The Wyomissing Personnel Committee will discuss the hiring process for the Fire Chief and Director of Finance positions, review a resignation from a firefighter, and consider job classification adjustments for three public works employees. Council authorized a conditional offer for the fire chief candidate contingent on salary and benefits. The committee may take action on the resignation and job classification requests.
- Discuss hiring process for Fire Chief position; conditional offer authorized contingent on salary/benefits
- Discuss hiring process for Director of Finance position
- Review and consider accepting resignation of Firefighter Blaze Yasso effective July 22, 2026
- Consider job classification adjustments for public works employees Cory Fererri, Jake Rebholz, and Christopher Conlon
Infrastructure Committee
The Infrastructure Committee is considering Ordinance No. 1462-2026, which would add snow and ice removal regulations to Chapter 21. The ordinance requires property owners to clear sidewalks within 24–36 hours depending on location, with penalties starting at $25 and escalating to $1,000. The committee also discusses a payment recommendation of $140,849.62 for the West Lawn Interceptor project and reviews bids for the Firehouse Restoration Project.
- Ordinance 1462-2026 adds snow/ice removal duties: 36-inch path (48-inch on Penn Ave), 24-hour removal on Penn Ave and at school bus stops, 36-hour elsewhere.
- Fines: $25 first offense, $50 second, $100 third or subsequent; failure to pay leads to prosecution with fines up to $1,000 plus costs.
- Payment recommendation of $140,849.62 to JNS Paving & Excavating Corp. for West Lawn Interceptor (original contract $539,238; 66% complete).
- Bid tabulation for Firehouse Restoration Project shows multiple contractors: Premier Building Restoration, Caretti Restoration, JONES MASONRY RESTORATION CORPORATION, Joseph Dugan, Inc.
- Property owners must not deposit snow/ice in streets or on storm drains; deposit on lawn or half sidewalk.
Infrastructure Committee
The Infrastructure Committee will consider several motions, including approving Kraft Municipal Group to take over IPMC citation filing, advertising a snow removal ordinance, and recommending payment of $140,849.62 for the West Lawn Interceptor project. Discussions include pump station capacity restrictions, a cost-share proposal for the Tulpehocken Road Interconnect, and updates on the Wyomissing Fire House bids and Berkshire Heights Playground.
- Motion to approve Kraft Municipal Group assuming writing and filing of IPMC citations effective May 1, 2026
- Motion to advertise Ordinance No. 1462-2026 adding snow and ice removal regulations to Chapter 21
- Revised EDU cost of $2,500 for 4th & Oley pump station; no additional development without upgrades
- Pay application #5 from JNS Paving for $140,849.62 on the West Lawn Interceptor project (budget $1,585,584)
- 2026 Street Work awarded to G&B Construction for $498,216.64 on Old Mill and Meadowlark Roads
Borough Council
The Wyomissing Borough Council will review committee reports and vote on the resignation of Borough Manager Michele Bare and the hiring of an interim replacement. Council will also decide on major infrastructure contracts, including a $498,216.64 street work award to G&B Construction and a $86,672.62 payment for the West Lawn Interceptor. The body will consider policy updates such as adopting a revised emergency operations plan, advertising a fire code update to the 2021 International Fire Code, and moving forward with a new landscaping ordinance. These decisions will affect local government leadership, road and sidewalk maintenance schedules, and residential building and safety regulations.
- Resignation of Borough Manager Michele Bare (last day June 8, 2026) and authorization to hire an interim manager
- Awarding $498,216.64 for 2026 street work to G&B Construction, with $55,000 reallocated for sidewalk and street patchwork
- Payment of $86,672.62 to JNS Paving and Excavating for the West Lawn Interceptor
- Advertising Ordinance No. 1460-2026 to update the International Fire Code to the 2021 version
- Adopting Resolution No. 2026-17 to implement the revised West Side Regional Emergency Management Operations Plan
Borough Council
The Wyomissing Borough Council will consider the resignation of Borough Manager Michele Bare, effective June 8, 2026, and authorize the hiring process for an interim and permanent manager. Other actions include awarding $498,216.64 in 2026 street work to G&B Construction, authorizing payment of $86,672.62 to JNS Paving for the West Lawn Interceptor, and adopting an updated Emergency Operations Plan. The council also will discuss updates to the International Fire Code and a conditional preliminary plan approval for Metropolitan II.
- Resignation of Borough Manager Michele Bare, last day June 8, 2026
- Award $498,216.64 for 2026 street work to lowest bidder G&B Construction
- Authorize payment of $86,672.62 to JNS Paving for West Lawn Interceptor (Payment Application No. 4)
- Adopt Resolution No. 2026-17 for revised West Side Regional Emergency Management Operations Plan
- Advertise Ordinance No. 1460-2026 updating International Fire Code to 2021 version
Finance & Administration Committee
The Finance & Administration Committee is reviewing the draft audited financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2025. The audit found that total net position decreased by approximately $1.35 million, from $8.36 million to $7.01 million. Governmental activities saw a net expense of $15.14 million, while business-type activities had net revenues of $691,042.
- Unqualified audit opinion issued by independent auditor on modified cash basis financial statements
- Total net position as of Dec 31, 2025: $7,011,524 (down from $8,358,403)
- General fund property taxes: $5,892,532; earned income taxes: $3,467,299
- Police department expenses: $3,523,021; fire department: $1,958,564
- Business-type activities: water distribution ($2.3M expenses), wastewater ($2.5M), solid waste ($1.7M)
Finance & Administration Committee
The Finance & Administration Committee will consider several motions, including approving a request for proposals for all borough banking services and accepting the 2025 audit results. They will also discuss changing meeting times, posting zoning hearing board decisions publicly, and participating in an emergency repair contract through Spring Township with low bidder AH Moyer. A retainer agreement for legal services is up for a vote.
- Motion to approve RFP for all Borough banking services
- Motion to accept 2025 audit results and management letter from Herbein
- Motion to recommend participating in emergency repair contract with AH Moyer as low bidder
- Discussion on moving Council and committee meetings to 6:00 pm on different days
- Motion to post final Zoning Hearing Board decisions publicly