Wyomissing public meetings in 2025

Borough Council

The council approved the 2026 budget with a 6-1 roll‑call vote after a motion by Councilmember Brunner and a second by Councilmember Mogel. The council also adopted Ordinance No. 1458‑2025 to set the 2026 tax rate, passing unanimously 7‑0. Councilmember Stanko opposed the budget vote, while all members supported the tax ordinance.

• Adopt 2026 budget (6-1 roll‑call vote)
• Adopt Ordinance No. 1458‑2025 establishing 2026 tax rate (7-0 unanimous vote)

Borough Council

The Borough Council is reviewing a draft tax levy ordinance for the 2026 fiscal year and a preliminary budget. The proposed total tax rate is 6.65 mills, with a projected total budget expenditure of $30,419,000.

• Proposed 2026 tax rate: 5.15 mills for general purposes, 0.50 mills for street improvement, 0.50 mills for emergency services, and 0.50 mills for fire protection
• Preliminary 2026 total expenditures of $30,419,000
• Preliminary 2026 General Fund expenses including $3,559,000 for Police and $1,911,000 for Fire
• Proposed 2026 General Government revenues of $17,978,000
• Ordinance No. 1458-2025 to fix the tax rate for the year 2026

Infrastructure Committee

The Infrastructure Committee will consider approving payments for sewer and sidewalk projects, review the cost of upgrades to the 4th & Oley Pump Station, and discuss delays with State Hill Road improvements.

• Approve payment for Wyomissing Borough – West Lawn Interceptor project
• Approve payment for 50/50 Sidewalk Project
• Review revised EDU cost for 4th & Oley Pump Station
• Discuss delay for Penn DOT State Hill Road Improvements
• Review Wynnewood Pump Station upgrades design

Infrastructure Committee

The Infrastructure Committee will review two payment applications. It will decide whether to approve payment of $20,172.60 to JNS Paving & Excavation Corp. for the West Lawn Interceptor and $55,624.40 to Forino Co., L.P. for the 2025 50/50 Sidewalks Project. Both applications are for the second payment installment and staff have determined the work is in order.

• Recommend payment of $20,172.60 to JNS Paving & Excavation Corp. for West Lawn Interceptor (original contract $539,238.00, 10% complete, retainage $5,341.40)
• Recommend payment of $55,624.40 to Forino Co., L.P. for 2025 50/50 Sidewalks Project (original contract $130,343.50, 84% complete, retainage $10,951.70)

Borough Council

The Wyomissing Borough Council meeting on Dec 15, 2025 includes a discussion of the proposed 2026 budget. Council members may consider a motion to table, approve, or deny the budget. The agenda also lists standard items such as call to order, roll call, and two public‑comment periods.

• Discuss the proposed 2026 budget
• Consider a motion to table, approve, or deny the proposed 2026 budget

The Wyomissing Borough Council held a special budget meeting to review the 2026 budget, insurance savings, and a potential increase in the RAC‑P grant. Councilmember Brunner proposed reducing the road tax increase and motioned to advertise the 2026 budget and tax ordinance, which was seconded by Councilmember Mogel. The minutes do not record a vote or any approved actions, so no substantive decisions were finalized.

Borough Council

The Borough Council will consider two proposed 2026 real estate tax rates, both including a millage increase. The first proposal adds 1.25 mills, while the second adds 1.00 mill. The documents provide tax calculations for properties valued at $100,000, $150,000, $250,000, and $400,000.

• 2026 Proposed Real Estate Taxes + 1.25 Mill
• 2026 Proposed Real Estate Taxes + 1.00 Mill
• School tax rate proposed at 69%
• County tax rate proposed at 18%
• Borough tax rate proposed at 13% or 14%

Borough Council

The Wyomissing Borough Council will hold a public hearing and vote on Ordinance No. 1456-2025 to rezone a 15,821‑square‑foot portion of the property at 5 Wyomissing Boulevard from R1 low‑density residential to TC town‑center residential/office. Council members will also consider minutes from previous meetings, reports from the borough engineer, police chief, fire chief, and various committee reports that include several payment applications and contract adjustments. Additional actions include appointing Cherry Bekaert as the borough’s independent auditor, adopting new water and sewer rates, setting the 2026 tax rate, and amending the non‑uniformed employee pension plan vesting requirements.

• Public hearing and vote on Ordinance No. 1456-2025 to rezone 15,821 sq ft at 5 Wyomissing Boulevard
• Payment Application No. 3 to Construction Masters Services, LLC for $73,058.92 for 2025 street work
• Resolution No. 2025-15 appointing Cherry Bekaert as independent auditor with a $19,450 fee
• Resolution No. 2025-16 adopting new water rates effective Jan 1 2026
• Ordinance No. 1458-2025 establishing the 2026 tax rate

The council adopted Ordinance No. 1456-2025, rezoning a 15,821‑square‑foot portion of 5 Wyomissing Boulevard from R1 low‑density residential to a Town Center residential/office district, with a 6‑1 vote. The council also approved several infrastructure payments, including a $‑8,484.80 change order and payments of $73,058.92, $42,941.00, and $31,623.50 for street work and sidewalk projects, each passing unanimously (7‑0). Additionally, the council approved the Police Department & Mayor’s report and the Fire Chief’s report for November 2025.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1456‑2025 rezoning 5 Wyomissing Blvd (6‑1)
• Authorized Change Order No. 2, –$8,484.80 for 2025 Street Work (7‑0)
• Authorized Payment Application No. 3, $73,058.92 to Construction Masters Services, LLC (7‑0)
• Authorized Payment Application No. 1, $42,941.00 to Forino Co., LP for sidewalk program (7‑0)
• Authorized Payment Application No. 7, $31,623.50 to Construction Masters Services, LLC for Stone House project (7‑0)
• Approved Police Department & Mayor’s report for November 2025
• Approved Fire Chief’s report for November 2025

Borough Council

The Wyomissing Borough Council meeting on Dec 9, 2025 will consider a proposed 2026 budget that includes a $1.25 million tax increase, a water‑fund overhead transfer of $100,000 to $750,000, and a reported deficit of $938,679. Council members will also hold a public hearing on Ordinance 1456‑2025 to rezone a 15,821‑square‑foot parcel at 5 Wyomissing Boulevard from R1 residential to a town‑center residential/office district. Additional items include approvals of infrastructure payments, appointment of an independent auditor, and adoption of water, sewer and fee‑schedule rate changes.

• Public hearing and vote on Ordinance 1456‑2025 to rezone 15,821 sq ft at 5 Wyomissing Boulevard to TC residential/office district
• Approval of Payment Application No. 3 to Construction Masters Services, LLC for $73,058.92 for 2025 street work
• Adoption of Resolution 2025‑15 appointing Cherry Bekaert as independent auditor with an audit fee of $19,450
• Adoption of Resolution 2025‑16 to amend water rates effective Jan 1 2026
• Adoption of Ordinance 1459‑2025 to allow credit‑card payments for borough services and impose convenience fees

Finance & Administration Committee

The Wyomissing Finance & Administration Committee will review the borough's cash and investment balances, including PLGIT investments totaling $8,036,254, and the $5,000,000 Webster 20‑year general‑obligation note. It will also consider budget variances, pending grant reimbursements, reserve allocations, and a construction contract award of $534,212.

• PLGIT investment balance $8,036,254 (4.53% rate)
• Webster 20‑yr general‑obligation note $5,000,000 at 4.095%
• Contract awarded $534,212 for contractor construction
• Capital construction projects: Pedestrian Bridge $128,622; Garage/Admin/Police $538,622; West Lawn Interceptor $630,000
• Reserve allocations: MS4 $530,000; Bike Route Maintenance $64,165

Finance & Administration Committee

The Finance & Administration Committee will review November 2025 financial results and pension payments. The body is deciding on 2026 rate increases for water and sewer services, as well as updates to the general borough fee schedule.

• Proposed 4% wage increases for Administrative staff effective January 1, 2026
• Appointment of Herbein + Company, Inc. as independent auditor with a fee of $19,450
• Resolution No. 2025-16 and 2025-17 to set new 2026 water and sewer rates
• Resolution No. 2025-18 to update the Borough's 2026 fee schedule
• Ordinance No. 1459-2025 to authorize convenience fees for credit card payments

Fire & Police Committee

The Wyomissing Fire & Police Committee will review updates from Western Berks Ambulance and West Side Emergency Management. It will consider hiring two sergeants and one patrol officer for the police department, pending required testing. The committee will also discuss hiring two entry‑level Firefighter/EMTs and proposed changes to fire department run cards. Promotional processes for fire technicians and captains will be outlined, with applications due Dec. 1 and exams Dec. 3.

• Police sergeant promotion: hire top two qualified candidates pending psychological and medical testing
• Police patrol officer hiring: hire one of top three qualified candidates pending background, drug, psychological, polygraph, and academy requirements
• Fire department entry‑level Firefighter/EMT hiring: authorize two candidates pending background, physical, and drug screening
• Proposed changes to fire department run cards requiring a motion to table, approve, or deny
• Technician and Captain promotions: applications due Dec. 1, written exams Dec. 3

Fire & Police Committee

The Wyomissing Fire & Police Committee will review the fire department’s November 1‑20 activity report, which shows 102 responses, an average response time of 1 minute 14 seconds, and a year‑to‑date fire loss of $71,250. The committee will also consider the borough’s EMS call volume of 2,569 calls for 2025 and the fire department’s invoicing totals of $60,187.50 billed to date. Additional discussion will cover Narcan administrations across Berks County jurisdictions.

• Fire Department logged 102 responses (Nov 1‑20) with average response time 1:14
• Year‑to‑date fire loss totals $71,250, including $16,500 vehicle fire loss
• Invoicing summary shows $60,187.50 billed YTD, $37,950 paid, $20,325 balance
• EMS recorded 2,569 total calls in 2025 with detailed disposition counts
• Narcan administered 2 doses in Wyomissing Borough and multiple doses in other Berks zones

Park & Shade Tree Commission

The Park & Shade Tree Commission is reviewing a second draft of trail names. The goal is to pass the names at the November meeting for subsequent council consideration in December.

• Review of trail names draft #2

Park & Shade Tree Commission

The Park and Shade Tree Commission will discuss the implementation of the Parklands Forest Stewardship Study and review proposed trail names. The body will also consider recommendations to Council regarding a memorial tree for Kevin Lutz and the potential start of a memorial bench program.

• Review and potential recommendation of revised trail names for the parklands
• Recommendation to Council for planting a memorial tree for former employee Kevin Lutz
• Discussion of $20,000 budget for invasive removal and educational signs
• Report on $10,000 grant from West Reading-Wyomissing Rotary Club for tree planting
• Report on $10,000 from Berks County Planning Commission and $8,000 from Schuylkill Highlands Mini-Grant

Personnel Committee

The committee will review completed performance reviews and a salary survey. It will consider a motion to recommend to the Finance Committee a 4% wage increase for administrative staff effective Jan 1 2026, and bonuses for four employees to be paid in 2025. Public comments are permitted, and an executive session may be held for personnel matters.

• Review of performance reviews and salary survey
• Motion to recommend a 4% wage increase for administrative staff effective Jan 1 2026
• Motion to recommend bonuses for Phyllis Smith, Greg Capriolo, Melissa Miller, and Michele Bare to be paid in 2025
• Recommendation that the Finance Committee approve and forward the wage and bonus actions to Council
• Potential executive session on personnel matters

Personnel Committee

The Borough Manager is seeking approval for bonuses for four administrative employees, proposing to use $96,221 in unspent funds from the Fire Chief and Deputy Fire Chief budget lines. The meeting also includes a salary survey comparison from the Pennsylvania State Association of Boroughs.

• Proposed bonus of $12,000 for Greg Capriolo
• Proposed bonus of $10,000 for Phyllis Smith
• Proposed bonus of $10,000 for Melissa Miller
• Proposed bonus of $14,500 for Borough Manager Michele Bare
• Review of PSAB Salary Survey comparing Wyomissing positions to regional averages

Recreation Board

The Recreation Board will approve the October 2025 meeting minutes and financial report. It will review revisions to the 2026 fee schedule as part of old business. New business includes a discussion of field usage contracts and fees for community soccer and baseball/softball programs.

• Approve October 2025 meeting minutes
• Approve October 2025 financial report
• Review 2026 fee schedule revisions
• Discuss community sports field usage contracts and fees
• Sub‑committee updates on Halloween carnival, student advisory, summer playground, and holiday marketplace

Recreation Board

The Recreation Board voted to raise daytime Playground fees by $10 and evening fees by $5, and to correct a non‑pool membership fee typo from $600 to $6. The board also removed field rentals from the fee schedule. Separate motions recommended council appointments for three voting members and an alternate member. Minutes and the September financial report were also approved.

• Increase daytime Playground fee by $10 and evening fee by $5
• Correct non‑pool membership fee typo from $600 to $6
• Remove field rentals from the fee schedule
• Recommend council appoint Michael Sharer, Jessica Christman, and Jess Leinbach for five‑year terms starting Jan 1 2026
• Recommend council appoint Liz Toigo to a vacant voting position effective Nov 11 2025

Finance & Administration Committee

The Finance & Administration Committee will discuss drafts of the 2026 budget and consider a request to waive late fees for a property owner at 1235 Penn Avenue. The committee will also hear public comments.

• Discuss fourth and fifth drafts of the 2026 budget
• Authorize 2026 proposed budget for advertisement
• Waive late fees for 2025 real estate taxes at 1235 Penn Avenue
• Allow payment at flat rate for 2025 real estate taxes at 1235 Penn Avenue

Finance & Administration Committee

The Wyomissing Finance & Administration Committee will examine the draft 2026 budget assumptions, including tax rate settings and revenue projections. It will consider unchanged real estate and road tax rates, the enactment of a $0.5 million fire tax and a $0.25 million EMS tax, and 1‑3% increases for other local taxes. The committee will also review operating cost assumptions such as a 35% rise in general insurance, a 3.8% requested increase for library support, and updates to capital projects like fire‑house exterior work, ice‑pond restoration, and library grounds improvements.

• Fire tax enacted for $0.5 million
• EMS tax enacted for $0.25 million
• Other local taxes projected to rise 1‑3%
• Library support increase request of 3.8%
• General insurance costs projected to increase 35%

Infrastructure Committee

The Infrastructure Committee will review the West Lawn Interceptor project, which has a total budget of $1,585,584, includes $300,000 from The Highlands, a $700,000 H20 PA Grant, and a $539,238 contract awarded to JNS Paving and Excavating Corp. The committee will also discuss upgrades to the 4th & Oley pump stations, cost‑share proposals with Western Berks Water Authority, and several street and park improvement contracts. Motions will be taken on payments and change orders for ongoing projects.

• West Lawn Interceptor: $1,585,584 budget; $300,000 from The Highlands; $700,000 H20 PA Grant; $539,238 contract to JNS Paving and Excavating Corp.
• 4th & Oley Pump Station: Revised EDU cost $2,500 per EDU based on $175,000 to be received from Boiler House, Windsor St and RM Palmer.
• 2025 Streets Improvements: Change Order #2 for -$8,484.80; Pay application #3 of $73,058.92 received from Construction Masters Services LLC.
• Stone House Park Project: $460,000 grant awarded; $129,076 match required; contract to Construction Masters Services LLC for $534,212.20; Pay application #7 of $31,623.50 received.
• Fast Bridge Fiber: Motion to approve, deny, or table recommendation to Council for execution of the right‑of‑way occupancy agreement.

Infrastructure Committee

The Infrastructure Committee will review the October 2025 permit and inspection report, including 22 building permits issued with a total estimated cost of $593,149. It will consider property maintenance complaints from Kraft Codes and recommend payments for three public‑works contracts: $73,058.92 for the Streets Project, $42,941.00 for the 50/50 Sidewalks Project, and $31,623.50 for the Stone House Park Improvements.

• Recommend payment of $73,058.92 to Construction Masters Services for the 2025 Streets Project (original contract $615,317.45, change order $5,373.16).
• Recommend payment of $42,941.00 to Forino Co., L.P. for the 2025 50/50 Sidewalks Project (original contract $130,343.50).
• Recommend payment of $31,623.50 to Construction Masters Services for Stone House Park Improvements (original contract $534,212.20, change order $27,946.87).
• Report of 22 building permits issued in October 2025 with total estimated cost $593,149.
• Property maintenance complaints report from Kraft Codes (attached).

Borough Council

The Joint Finance & Administration Committee and Council will review the fourth and fifth drafts of the 2026 proposed budget. The body will decide whether to authorize the budget for advertisement. Additionally, they will consider a tax penalty waiver for a specific property owner.

• Review of fourth and fifth drafts of the 2026 proposed budget
• Vote to authorize 2026 proposed budget for advertisement
• Request to waive 2025 real estate tax penalties for 1235 Penn Avenue

The council voted 5-1 to adopt the 2026 proposed budget, which includes a $1.25 million tax increase, an additional $100,000 water‑fund overhead transfer (total $750,000), and a projected deficit of $938,679. The council also voted 6-0 to deny the 1235 Penn Avenue property owner’s request to pay the 2025 real‑estate taxes at a flat rate. Both motions were carried.

• Approved 2026 budget with 1.25 million tax increase, $100,000 water fund transfer, $938,679 deficit (5-1)
• Denied 1235 Penn Avenue flat‑rate real‑estate tax payment request (6-0)

Borough Council

The Borough Council is reviewing draft budget assumptions for 2026, including proposed tax millage increases and utility rate adjustments. The documents outline various draft scenarios for revenue generation and expenditure management.

• Proposed 2026 real estate tax millage increase to 6.650 (Draft #4)
• Proposed enactment of a .5 mil fire tax and .25 mil EMS tax
• Estimated 31% increase in sewer rates and 10% increase in water rates
• Proposed 12.3% decrease in refuse fees to $504.00 annually
• Proposed funding for fire house exterior renovations and ice pond restoration

Borough Council

The Wyomissing Borough Council will review and vote on multiple reports, including the Engineer, Police, Fire, and Finance reports, and on the October meeting minutes. It will consider several financial payments and contracts, such as payments to Construction Masters Services LLC and Gordon H. Baver, Inc. The council will also act on ordinances affecting parking on Hill Avenue and a zoning amendment to rezone 5 Wyomissing Boulevard to a town‑center district. Additional items include hiring decisions for fire and police personnel and pension plan revisions.

• Approve or deny payment of $426,609.36 to Construction Masters Services LLC for 2025 Street Improvements
• Approve or deny payment of $154,753.20 to Gordon H. Baver, Inc. for the Berkshire Heights Playground retaining wall
• Approve or deny Ordinance No. 1456-2025 to rezone 5 Wyomissing Boulevard from R1 residential to TC town‑center district
• Approve or deny Ordinance No. 1455-2025 to modify parking restrictions on Hill Avenue, Northside
• Approve or deny hiring of two entry‑level Firefighter/EMT candidates pending background and health checks

The council voted unanimously to approve a $426,609.36 payment to Construction Masters Services LLC for 2025 street improvements. It also approved payments for a playground retaining wall, a professional‑center swale project, and purchase of animal‑control vouchers. Additional actions included authorizing a fiber‑installation right‑of‑way agreement, hiring two entry‑level firefighter/EMTs, denying a tax‑discount request for 151 Woodland Road, and adopting a grant resolution for fire‑department station renovation.

• Approved $426,609.36 payment to Construction Masters Services LLC for 2025 Street Improvements (7-0)
• Approved $154,753.20 payment to Gordon H. Baver, Inc. for Berkshire Heights Playground retaining wall (7-0)
• Approved $22,457.05 payment to Construction Masters Services LLC for Wyomissing Professional Center swale project (7-0)
• Approved purchase of 10 Trap, Vaccinate, Neuter, Release vouchers for $500 for Animal Rescue League program (7-0)
• Authorized execution of Right‑of‑Way Occupancy agreement with Fast Bridge Fiber for fiber installation (7-0)
• Approved hiring of two entry‑level Firefighter/EMT candidates (7-0)
• Denied 151 Woodland Road owner’s request for discounted 2025 real estate taxes (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑19 to submit Statewide Local Share Account grant for fire‑department station renovation (7-0)

Borough Council

The Wyomissing Borough Council will vote on a zoning map amendment that would change a 15,821‑square‑foot parcel at 5 Wyomissing Boulevard from R1 low‑density residential to a Town Center residential/office district. The meeting also includes approvals for several payment applications totaling over $600,000 for street improvements, a playground retaining wall, and a swale project, as well as motions to hire two entry‑level Firefighter/EMT candidates and to advance police promotion lists. Additional items are the adoption of a state grant for fire department renovations and the advertisement of temporary parking changes on Hill Avenue.

• Ordinance No. 1456‑2025: rezone 5 Wyomissing Blvd (15,821 sq ft) from R1 to TC district
• Approve payment of $426,609.36 to Construction Masters Services LLC for 2025 Street Improvements (Payment Application #2)
• Approve payment of $154,753.20 to Gordon H. Baver, Inc. for Berkshire Heights Playground retaining wall (Payment Application #2)
• Approve payment of $22,457.05 to Construction Masters Services LLC for Wyomissing Professional Center swale project (Payment Application #1)
• Authorize hiring of two entry‑level Firefighter/EMT candidates pending background, physical and drug checks

Finance & Administration Committee

The Finance & Administration Committee is reviewing draft financial reports for October 2025. The documents detail current cash positions, revenue variances, and expenditures across general, water, sewer, refuse, and highway funds.

• Total cash and investments as of 9/30/2025: $9,008,779
• October 2025 total revenues: $951,182
• October 2025 total expenditures: $2,880,841
• Construction contract with Masters completed at $562,159.07
• Unreserved fund balance with pending reimbursements: $7,983,563

Finance & Administration Committee

The Finance & Administration Committee will review cash and investment balances and October 2025 financial results, discuss the third draft of the 2026 budget and vote on recommending it for advertisement, and consider several individual motions including a flat‑rate tax payment for 151 Woodland Road, a $434 sewer credit for 919 Franklin Street, and acceptance of Resolution No. 2025-19 for a fire‑department station renovation grant. Each item will be voted on to table, approve, or deny. The committee will also set the 2026 meeting dates.

• Review cash and investment balances (cash update).
• Discuss third draft of the proposed 2026 budget (motion to table/approve/deny).
• Motion to allow the property owner at 151 Woodland Road to pay 2025 real estate taxes at a flat or discounted rate.
• Motion to issue a $434 sewer credit for 919 Franklin Street due to a leak.
• Motion to accept Resolution No. 2025-19 for the Statewide Local Share Account grant for fire‑department station renovation.

Finance & Administration Committee

The committee will examine the borough’s 2025 year‑end financial projections and fund balances, and review the draft 2026 budget’s expenses, revenues, rate assumptions, and capital item requests. Members will discuss possible additions, removals, or adjustments to the budget, and a motion may be required for Business Manager Phyllis Smith to implement any changes.

• Review 2025 year‑end projection and fund balances
• Review 2026 draft budget expenses and revenues
• Review major assumptions with rates
• Review capital item requests
• Discuss additions, removals, or adjustments to the budget

Finance & Administration Committee

The Finance & Administration Committee will review the draft 2026 budget for the Borough of Wyomissing, covering revenues, expenses, and net positions for General Government, Police, Fire, and other departments. The agenda includes proposed changes such as a $2,271,000 increase in the General Obligation Note principal, adjustments to real estate tax revenues, and pending negotiations on several contracts. The committee will compare projected 2026 figures with actual and budgeted 2025 numbers.

• Proposed $2,271,000 increase in General Obligation Note principal (incl. Webster pre‑payment by 06/01/2026)
• Real estate taxes projected at $5,300,000 for 2026 (up from $5,020,903 in 2025)
• Library operating support request increased 3.8% to $220,000
• Police department net budget proposed at $3,859,517 with police revenue of $142,500
• Fire department career firefighter expense proposed at $1,672,000 (CBA 3.5%)

Fire & Police Committee

The committee will review resignation and hiring requests for police officers and fire department personnel. Members will also discuss a potential parking ordinance change on Hill Avenue and receive updates on emergency management and a traffic study.

• Resignation of Officer Barr
• Hiring of up to two Sergeant candidates and two Patrol Officer candidates
• Amending the Ordinance to allow temporary parking in the 900 block of Hill Avenue
• Recommendation for a Fire Chief candidate and two entry-level Firefighter/EMT candidates
• Traffic study for Lawndale Road and vicinity by Pennoni

Fire & Police Committee

The Fire & Police Committee will examine year‑to‑date EMS call statistics for Wyomissing Borough, including monthly totals and call dispositions. It will also review Narcan administration counts across Berks County zones. The meeting includes discussion of Patrol Officer Shannon Barr’s resignation effective Oct. 31, 2025, and the results of the 2025 Wyomissing Police Sergeant promotion exam.

• EMS call volume for Wyomissing Borough: 2,264 calls year‑to‑date, with 1 call recorded in Oct 2025
• EMS call dispositions show 109 transports with lights/siren and 70 transports without lights/siren
• Narcan administrations in 2025 include 2 doses in Wyomissing Borough and additional doses in other Berks County zones
• Patrol Officer Shannon Barr submitted a resignation letter effective Oct. 31, 2025
• 2025 Wyomissing Police Sergeant promotion results list final scores and ranks for candidates

Finance & Administration Committee

The Finance & Administration Committee will consider the draft 2026 budget for the Borough of Wyomissing. The proposal includes revenue and expense projections for General Government, Police, Fire, and other departments. It shows a $5,023,354 decrease in the General Fund net position compared with the 2025 budget. Specific line items such as library operating support and pension payments are also presented.

• General Government net proposed 2026: $7,272,344 (deficit), a $5,023,354 reduction from 2025
• Police Department net proposed 2026: $3,717,017 deficit, down from $3,546,000 in 2025
• Fire Department net proposed 2026: $184,000 surplus, up from $117,132 in 2025
• Library operating support increase request to $220,000 (3.8% increase)
• General Obligation Note principal payment of $2,271,000 included in 2026 budget

Finance & Administration Committee

The Finance & Administration Committee will discuss the 2025 year‑end projection and fund balances, review the draft 2026 budget’s expenses, revenues, and rate assumptions, and consider any additions, removals, or adjustments. A motion will be taken to either table, approve, or deny authorizing Business Manager Phyllis Smith to make necessary changes to the draft budget.

• Review 2025 year‑end projection and fund balances
• Review 2026 draft budget expenses and revenues
• Review major assumptions with rates
• Discuss any additions, removals, or adjustments to the budget
• Motion to authorize Business Manager Phyllis Smith to modify the draft budget

Personnel Committee

The committee will interview fire chief candidates and consider a motion to appoint the top candidate. It will review performance reviews and propose a 4% wage increase for all administrative staff and a 1.5% ($0.48) raise for part‑time employee Kathy Yoder. The agenda includes a proposal for $10,000 bonuses for Phyllis Smith, Greg Capriolo, Melissa Miller, and Michele Bare. The committee will also review and vote on revised Receptionist and Administrative Support position descriptions.

• Motion to appoint the top fire chief candidate after 1st and 2nd panel interviews
• Proposed 4% wage increase for all administrative staff in the 2026 budget
• Proposed $0.48 (1.5%) raise for PT employee Kathy Yoder, bringing her rate to $28
• Proposed $10,000 bonuses for Phyllis Smith, Greg Capriolo, Melissa Miller, and Michele Bare
• Review and vote on revised Receptionist and Administrative Support position descriptions

Personnel Committee

The committee is reviewing proposed 2026 compensation increases for non-collective bargaining unit staff. The meeting also includes draft position descriptions for the Administrative Support and Receptionist roles.

• Proposed 4.0% salary increase for salaried personnel including Babb, Bare, Miller, Smith, Capriolo, and McKinley
• Proposed 4.0% to 5.5% salary increases for hourly personnel Sam, Weniger, Snyder, and Yoder
• Draft position description for Administrative Support
• Draft position description for Receptionist

Recreation Board

The Wyomissing Borough Recreation Board will review the proposed 2026 Fee Schedule for recommendation to the Finance & Administration Committee. The board will also consider the reappointment of three voting members and the appointment of an alternate to a vacant voting position.

• Discussion and potential recommendation of the 2026 Fee Schedule
• Reappointment of Michael Sharer, Jessica Christman, and Jess Leinbach to 5-year terms
• Appointment of Liz Toigo to a vacant voting position
• Field naming request update from Wyomissing Area Softball & Baseball President Jason Eisenhower
• Reports on Spooky Hollow Halloween Carnival, Student Advisory Committee, Summer Playground Program, and Lighting of the Greens & Holiday Marketplace

Recreation Board

The Wyomissing Recreation Board will examine the 2025 gross revenue generated by its programs and the recommended fee amounts for several services. Items include tennis lesson fees, playground registration fees, pavilion and stone house rentals, and pool memberships. The board will discuss any adjustments to these fees based on the presented revenue figures.

• Tennis Lessons recommended fee $1,470.00 for 2025 (down from $1,625.00 in 2024)
• Playground Registration Fees generated $71,497.00 in 2025
• Pavilion Rental revenue $4,000.00 in 2025
• Stone House Rental revenue $4,200.00 in 2025
• Pool Memberships generated $111,150.00 in 2025

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will consider certifying candidate lists and recommending hires for police and fire department positions. The body will also discuss starting the promotional process for fire department technicians and captains.

• Certification and promotion recommendations for up to two police Sergeants
• Certification and hiring recommendations for up to two police Patrol Officers
• Certification and hiring recommendations for up to two Firefighters
• Commencement of promotional process for Fire Department Technician
• Commencement of promotional process for Fire Department Captain

Civil Service Commission

The Wyomissing Civil Service Commission unanimously approved a request to allow a police officer to take the written sergeant promotion exam before the scheduled September 12, 2025 date. The early exam will be administered on a date to be set, either September 2"4 or 3*4, according to the record. No additional cost beyond the chief's time was identified. The commission discussed concerns about setting a precedent but decided to handle future accommodation requests on a case‑by‑case basis.

• Approval of accommodation request for early sergeant promotion exam
• Original written exam scheduled for September 12, 2025
• Early exam date to be determined (either September 2"4 or 3*4)
• No extra cost associated with the early exam
• Commission noted precedent concerns but approved the request

Infrastructure Committee

The Infrastructure Committee will consider several financial motions, including payment for the 2025 street improvements contract and purchase of ARL TVNR vouchers. It will also discuss sewer pump station upgrades, a cost‑share proposal for the Tulpehocken Road water line, and updates on park improvement grants. Additional items include a right‑of‑way agreement for Fast Bridge Fiber and updates on various ongoing projects.

• Motion to approve $426,609.36 payment for Streets Improvements (Construction Masters Services LLC).
• Purchase of 10 ARL TVNR vouchers for $500.
• Stone House Park grant of $460,000 with required $129,076 match and $534,212.20 contract award.
• Payment recommendation of $154,753.20 for Berkshire Heights Playground contract (Gordon H. Baver, Inc.).
• Motion to approve execution of right‑of‑way occupancy agreement for Fast Bridge Fiber.

Infrastructure Committee

The committee is reviewing payment applications for several infrastructure projects, including street work and playground improvements. Additionally, the body is considering a right-of-way agreement for fiber optic cable installation.

• Recommended payment of $426,609.36 to Construction Masters Services, LLC for 2025 Streets Project
• Recommended payment of $154,753.20 to Gordon H. Baver, Inc. for Berkshire Heights Playground
• Recommended payment of $22,457.05 to Construction Masters Services, Inc. for Carlino Swale Reconstruction
• Proposed right-of-way occupancy agreement with Fastbridge Fiber, LLC including a $150,000.00 bond
• Change order request of $12,894.00 for regrading and rip rap check dams at 845 Berkshire Blvd

Refuse & Recycling Committee

The Refuse & Recycling Committee will vote on a motion to table, approve, or deny a proposed ordinance that would ban businesses from using single‑use plastic bags. It will also receive updates on contracts for 2026‑2028 refuse, recycling, and yard‑waste hauler services and discuss any program changes. The board will review suggested revisions to the Borough Refuse and Recycling Ordinance dated August 6 2015. Additional items include analysis of waste tonnage and hauler performance.

• Motion on single‑use plastic bag ban ordinance (table/approve/deny)
• Update on contracts with winning bidders for 2026‑2028 hauler services
• Discussion of suggested revisions to the 2015 Borough Refuse and Recycling Ordinance
• Review of monthly tonnage totals for refuse, recycling, landfill, and yard waste
• Review of hauler performance issues (missed stops, communication, bulk collection)

Refuse & Recycling Committee

The Wyomissing Refuse and Recycling Committee will discuss proposed changes to several sections of the borough's Refuse & Recycling Ordinance. Items include clarifying where bulky rubbish may be stored, expanding the definition of non‑residential properties that must arrange private recycling, setting a 60‑day overdue threshold before service termination, and removing contradictory language about fee enactment. The committee will vote on whether to adopt these amendment suggestions.

• Revise Section 112 H to specify bulky rubbish may not accumulate on the exterior of residential or commercial properties.
• Update Section 123 to list non‑residential properties such as multi‑family dwellings of 5+ units, apartments, condominiums, office buildings, restaurants, retail, manufacturers, schools, and service providers.
• Change Section 134 to allow termination of service only after a payment is at least 60 days overdue.
• Delete the contradictory portion of Section 135 that conflicts with Section 131 regarding annual fee reenactment.

Borough Council

The Wyomissing Borough Council will review reports from the engineer, police, fire, and several committees. Council members will consider allocating $606,575.87 of state aid to fund pension plans and approving payments for infrastructure projects totaling over $150,000. Planning Commission items include waiver requests for Atonement Lutheran Church and Metropolitan II related to subdivision and stormwater ordinances. Additional motions cover personnel letters of intent, resolutions honoring community members, and routine financial statements.

• Approve allocation of $606,575.87 state aid to fund borough pension plans
• Approve payment of $27,900 to JNS Paving & Excavating Corp. for West Lawn Interceptor project
• Approve payment of $121,022.33 to Construction Masters Services LLC. for 2025 Street Improvements
• Approve waiver for Atonement Lutheran Church to submit a combined Preliminary/Final plan and use a 1"=30' scale
• Approve waivers for Metropolitan II to modify stormwater management ordinance requirements

The council approved the minutes from the September 9, 2025 meeting and the Police and Fire reports for September 2025. It authorized several infrastructure payments, including $27,900 to JNS Paving & Excavating and $121,022.33 to Construction Masters Services. The council allocated $606,575.87 of state aid to fund pension plans and amended the 2026 MMO calculation to $1,536,734 using the 2025 valuation. It also approved waivers for a subdivision plan and the revised Masano Bradley solicitor engagement letter.

• Approved September 9, 2025 Council minutes (7-0)
• Approved Police Department & Mayor’s report for September 2025 (7-0)
• Authorized payment of $27,900 to JNS Paving & Excavating for West Lawn Interceptor (7-0)
• Authorized payment of $121,022.33 to Construction Masters Services for 2025 Street Improvements (7-0)
• Allocated $606,575.87 state aid to fund pension plans (7-0)
• Amended 2026 MMO to $1,536,734 using Jan 1 2025 valuation (7-0)
• Granted waiver to Atonement Lutheran Church for subdivision plan submission (7-0)
• Approved revised Masano Bradley solicitor engagement letter (7-0)

Borough Council

The Wyomissing Borough Council will consider routine reports and approve several contracts and waivers. Council members will vote on payment applications totaling over $150,000 for street and water projects, and on a $15,000 lighting contract for Warren Street and West Shore Bypass. They will also allocate $606,575.87 of state aid to fund pension plans and consider subdivision and stormwater waivers for Atonement Lutheran Church and Metropolitan II.

• Approve Payment Application No. 1 from JNS Paving & Excavating Corp. for $27,900 for the West Lawn Interceptor project
• Approve Payment Application No. 1 from Construction Masters Services LLC. for $121,022.33 for 2025 Street Improvements
• Allocate $606,575.87 state aid to fund the borough's pension plans
• Authorize up to $15,000 payment to CM High for luminaires and conduit work on Warren Street and West Shore Bypass
• Approve waivers for Metropolitan II under the Stormwater Management Ordinance

Finance & Administration Committee

The committee is reviewing draft financial reports for September 2025, including cash positions, revenue, and expenditures. The documents track budget variances and fund balances across general, road, water, sewer, refuse, and highway accounts.

• Total cash and investments as of 9/30/2025: $10,527,443
• September 2025 total revenues: $2,707,131
• September 2025 total expenditures: $2,085,809
• Unreserved fund balance with pending reimbursements: $9,928,726
• Contractor construction for Masters awarded at $534,212 with a final completed amount of $558,458.49

Finance & Administration Committee

The Wyomissing Finance & Administration Committee will review cash and investment balances, September 2025 financial results, and the preliminary 2025 year‑end and 2026 budget updates. It will consider pension plan valuation results and 2026 MMO options, including a motion on state aid. The committee will also vote on a $3,530.58 quote for graphics on the Fire Chief’s vehicle and on accepting the engagement letter for the appointed Borough Solicitor, Masano Bradley.

• Review cash and investment balances (item 4)
• Review September 2025 revenues, expenses, and tax collections (item 5)
• Update on preliminary 2025 year‑end projections and 2026 budget status (item 6)
• Motion to approve or deny the $3,530.58 fire chief vehicle graphics quote (item 8)
• Motion to approve or deny the engagement letter for Masano Bradley as Borough Solicitor (item 9)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review plans and engineering letters for two projects. The body will decide whether to recommend that Council grant specific ordinance waivers for Atonement Lutheran Church and Metropolitan II.

• Atonement Lutheran Church: Proposed waiver from Sections 304 and 306 of the Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance to submit a combined Preliminary/Final plan
• Metropolitan II: Proposed waiver from Section 305 Stormwater Management Ordinance regarding groundwater recharge
• Metropolitan II: Proposed waiver from Section 306 Stormwater Management Ordinance regarding water quality
• Metropolitan II: Proposed waiver from Section 307 Stormwater Management Ordinance regarding streambank erosion

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review waiver requests submitted by C2C Design Group on behalf of Atonement Lutheran Church (Project ALC-WYO-01) and Metropolitan LLC (Project MET-WYO-08). The requests seek to combine preliminary and final plan submissions under SALDO and to waive specific stormwater management ordinance sections because the projects reduce impervious surfaces. The Commission will forward the requests to the Borough Council for placement on its next agenda.

• Waiver of SALDO Section 403 – Preliminary Plan Submission, Plan Requirements for Project ALC-WYO-01
• Waiver of SALDO Section 404 – Final Plan Submission, Plan Requirements for Project ALC-WYO-01
• Waiver of SALDO Sections 401.1, 403.1, 509.5.A, 509.5.B previously recommended for Project MET-WYO-08
• Waiver of SWM Sections 305, 306, and 307 for Project MET-WYO-08 due to reduced impervious surfaces
• Requests to place all waivers on the next Borough Council meeting agenda

Fire & Police Committee

The Wyomissing Fire & Police Committee will discuss updates from the Western Berks Ambulance and West Side Emergency Management. Members will consider a motion on the revised Safety Stick contract and review hiring updates for the police and fire departments. The agenda also includes a discussion of a $1 million LSA grant application for fire station renovations and announcements of upcoming community events.

• Motion on the revised Safety Stick contract
• Discussion of LSA grant application requesting $1 million for fire station renovations
• Update on hiring of police officer Steven Hernandez
• Update on Fire Chief hiring process
• Fire Department Open House scheduled for October 8, 6‑8 pm

Fire & Police Committee

The Fire & Police Committee will review 2025 EMS call statistics, including call dispositions, unit response counts, and Narcan administrations. It will also consider a Parking Services Agreement with Municipal Parking Services, Inc. that would provide the borough with up to 5 00 SafetySticks and related software for parking enforcement over a five‑year term.

• Review of 2025 EMS call volume and disposition totals (e.g., 119 transports with lights/siren)
• Review of EMS unit response counts (e.g., M6521 responded to 111 calls)
• Review of Narcan administration numbers across multiple zones (e.g., 9 administrations in BERKS - TULPEHOCKEN TOWNSHIP)
• Consideration of Parking Services Agreement with Municipal Parking Services, Inc. for up to 5 00 SafetySticks
• Agreement term of five years with automatic renewal unless 90‑day notice is given

Park & Shade Tree Commission

The Park & Shade Tree Commission will discuss summer and fall park projects, tree disease concerns, and a possible wildflower donation for the Logan Avenue swale. It will review 2026 budget requests for borough parks, parklands, the Tree Department, and commission subcommittees. The commission will also report on funding and volunteer activities for the Parklands Forest Stewardship Study, including grants and a donation totaling $48,000.

• Discuss summer/fall park projects, tree disease issues, and a wildflower donation for Logan Avenue swale
• Review 2026 budget requests for borough parks, parklands, Tree Department, and commission subcommittees
• Subcommittee reports: bird nest box data and volunteer limb removal in the Enchanted Forest
• Implement Parklands Forest Stewardship Study with $20,000 budget allocation, $10,000 Rotary grant, $10,000 Berks County funding, $8,000 Schuylkill Highlands grant, and $6,000 donation from Bimbo Bakery
• Provide update on partnership discussions with PSU Berks

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will consider accepting letters of intent from Police Chief John Phillips and Lieutenant Paul Baur to enter the Borough's DROP retirement program. The committee will also review job descriptions for non-lead Public Works positions.

• Police Chief John Phillips to enter DROP effective December 13, 2025
• Lieutenant Paul Baur to enter DROP effective October 31, 2025
• Review non-lead job descriptions for Public Works departments
• Public Works job descriptions for Tree, Streets, and Sewer departments
• Public Works job descriptions for Buildings and Grounds, Parks, and Mechanics

Recreation Board

The Wyomissing Borough Recreation Board will consider a motion to amend the Wyomissing Area Little League lease so the fields at Berkshire Heights Playground can be named. The board will also vote on the August 2025 meeting minutes and financial report, and discuss preparation of the 2026 fee schedule. Sub‑committee overviews and the Recreation Director report will be presented before any votes.

• Motion to approve, deny, or table amendment of the Wyomissing Area Little League lease for field naming at Berkshire Heights Playground
• Motion to approve or deny the August 2025 meeting minutes
• Motion to approve or deny the August 2025 financial report
• Discussion and motion on the 2026 fee schedule preparation
• Sub‑committee reports: Pool, Student Advisory, and Independence Day activities

Recreation Board

The Wyomissing Recreation Board approved the July 2025 meeting minutes and financial report, which showed swimming pool fees of $143,151 and playground fees of $71,497. The board discussed the possibility of allowing the Wyomissing Softball and Baseball Association to name a field at Berkshire Heights Playground but tabled the request to review plaque guidelines.

• Approved July 2025 meeting minutes and financial report
• Tabled request to amend lease for naming rights at Berkshire Heights Playground
• Discussed moving Earth Day to April 25, 2026
• Reviewed revenue and expenditures for pool and playground programs
• Noted success of midnight swim and Movies in the Park series

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will consider the proposed job descriptions for two non‑lead positions in the Public Works Department: Tree Maintenance and Street and Storm Sewer Maintenance. Both positions are classified as non‑exempt and report to the Public Works Director or Assistant Director. The descriptions outline duties such as tree care, street and sewer repairs, equipment operation, and 24/7 emergency response, as well as required qualifications and licensing.

• Tree Maintenance position – duties include tree pruning, removal, pesticide application, equipment operation, data entry, and 24/7 emergency response.
• Street and Storm Sewer Maintenance position – duties include street repair, catch‑basin work, manhole lid replacement, snow/ice removal, equipment operation, and 24/7 emergency response.
• Both positions require a valid PA driver’s license; CDL‑A with endorsements is preferred.
• Both positions are non‑exempt and covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
• Both require background, child‑abuse and FBI fingerprint checks, pre‑employment physical, drug screen, and Hepatitis B vaccine documentation.

Infrastructure Committee

The Infrastructure Committee will review the Zoning and Codes Report and discuss upgrades to the 4th & Oley pump stations. It will consider motions to approve payments for the West Lawn Interceptor sewer contract, street improvement contracts, and the Oley Street water main replacement. Updates on the Western Berks Water Authority, park grant projects, and a study of borough facilities will also be presented.

• West Lawn Interceptor sewer project: $1,585,584 budget, $539,238 contract to JNS Paving & Excavating Corp., $27,900 pay application #1
• 2025 Streets Improvements: $615,317.45 contract to Construction Masters Services LLC, $121,022.33 pay application #1
• Oley Street Water Main Replacement: $162,558 contract to KBC Construction, LLC, $1,460 Change Order #1, $17,715.90 pay application #2
• Stone House Park: $460,000 grant with $129,076 match required, $534,212.20 contract to Construction Masters Services LLC
• Berkshire Heights Playground: $237,623 contract to Gordon H. Baver, Inc.

Infrastructure Committee

The Wyomissing Infrastructure Committee will review and vote on payment applications for several public‑works contracts, including JNS Paving & Excavation ($27,900), Construction Masters Services for the 2025 Streets Project ($121,022.33), KBC Construction for the Water Main Replacement ($17,715.90), and Construction Masters Services for the Carlino Swale Reconstruction ($22,457.05). The agenda also includes a change order that adds $1,460 to the Water Main Replacement contract for additional paving at the Park Rd intersection. All items are presented with recommendations to approve the payments and change order.

• Approve payment of $27,900 to JNS Paving & Excavation for West Lawn Interceptor (6% complete).
• Approve payment of $121,022.33 to Construction Masters Services for the 2025 Streets Project (22% complete).
• Approve payment of $17,715.90 to KBC Construction for Water Main Replacement (final payment, 100% complete).
• Approve payment of $22,457.05 to Construction Masters Services for Carlino Swale Reconstruction (final payment, 100% complete).
• Approve change order adding $1,460 to Water Main Replacement contract for additional paving at Park Rd intersection.

Borough Council

The Wyomissing Borough Council will consider several reports and motions, including approvals for infrastructure contracts, personnel actions, and financial obligations. A key item is the adoption of Ordinance No. 1454-2025 that would prohibit use of borough playgrounds between one hour after sunset and one hour before sunrise. The council will also vote on payments and contracts ranging from sewer work to a $1.6 million 2026 municipal maintenance obligation.

• Adopt Ordinance No. 1454-2025 to restrict playground use from dusk to dawn
• Authorize payment of $74,137.15 to Sewer Specialties Services, Inc. for televising and cleaning work (Payment Application No. 2)
• Award 2025 50/50 Sidewalk Program contract to Forino, Co., LP for $130,343.50
• Approve $1,623,352 for the 2026 Municipal Maintenance Obligation (MMO)
• Conditional offer of employment to Steven Hernandez for Police Officer and reimbursement up to $10,000 for training expenses

The council approved the Sewage Planning Module for the Windsor Street Subdivision and awarded the 2025 Sidewalk Program contract to Forino, Co., LP. It hired a new police officer, revised the fire chief job description, and increased education benefit payments for administrative staff. The council denied an RFP for the 2026 solicitor position and adopted Ordinance No. 1454‑2025 restricting playground use from one hour after sunset to one hour before sunrise.

• Approved Sewage Planning Module Adoption Resolution for Windsor Street Subdivision (7‑0)
• Awarded 2025‑50/50 Sidewalk Program to Forino, Co., LP for $130,343.50 (7‑0)
• Authorized conditional employment offer to Police Officer Steven Hernandez and up to $10,000 training reimbursement (7‑0)
• Ratified revised Fire Chief job description with reduced experience requirements (7‑0)
• Increased college degree benefit to $1,000 (bachelor) and $1,500 (master) for administrative employees (7‑0)
• Denied issuance of an RFP for the 2026 Borough Solicitor position (4‑3)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1454‑2025 restricting playground use from dusk to dawn (unanimous)
• Authorized $10,000 payment to WBWA for the Borough’s share of Route 12 water pipe repair (7‑0)

Borough Council

The Wyomissing Borough Council will consider several financial authorizations, contract approvals, and a new ordinance. Items include payments for sewer cleaning, sidewalk work, winter road maintenance, and fuel tank installation. The council will also vote on Ordinance No. 1454‑2025, which limits playground use to daylight hours. All motions will be recorded for approval, denial, or amendment.

• Authorize payment of $74,137.15 to Sewer Specialties Services, Inc. for televising and cleaning work
• Award $130,343.50 to Forino, Co., LP for the 2025 50/50 Sidewalk Program
• Approve a 5‑year PennDOT contract for winter maintenance on Penn Avenue, Park Road, Papermill Road, and North Wyomissing Boulevard
• Authorize payment of $109,508.50 to Spatco Energy Solutions for two 2,000‑gallon fuel tanks
• Adopt Ordinance No. 1454‑2025 restricting playground use from one hour after sunset to one hour before sunrise

Recreation Board

The Wyomissing Recreation Board will approve July 2025 meeting minutes and financial reports. The board will also discuss amending a lease agreement to allow the Wyomissing Area Softball & Baseball Association to name fields at the Berkshire Heights Playground.

• Approval of July 2025 meeting minutes and financial report
• Discussion on amending Wyomissing Area Little League Lease Agreement
• Field naming request for Berkshire Heights Playground
• Reports from Playground Program, Student Advisory, and July 4th committees
• Review of programs, facilities management, rentals, and maintenance

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee is meeting to review a request to hire a new Patrol Officer and propose changes to the Fire Chief job description. The committee will also consider increasing college degree benefit payments for administrative employees.

• Proposal to hire a Patrol Officer from the CSC eligibility list with a reimbursement to Central Berks Police Department likely under $4,000
• Proposed revision of Fire Chief job description to reduce required experience from 10 years to 5-8 years and remove Fire Officer IV requirement
• Proposed increase in college degree payments for administrative employees: bachelors from $400 to $1,000 and masters from $650 to $1,500
• Estimated $2,650 additional cost to the Borough for degree benefit increases

Borough Council

The council approved a $22,001.25 change order to replace guardrail at Berkshire Heights Playground and denied a designated street‑sweeping day for Dauphin Avenue (5‑1). It also approved the 2026‑2028 waste collection contracts totaling $2.55 million, denied a lion statue donation, and authorized a new ordinance limiting playground use after sunset. Additional actions included ratifying an ambulance feasibility study and revising the zoning map for 5 Wyomissing Boulevard.

• Approved Change Order No. X-003 for guardrail replacement $22,001.25 (6‑0)
• Denied designating a day of the week for Dauphin Avenue street sweeping (5‑1)
• Approved Hollenbaugh’s Trash and Recycling, LLC as lowest bidder for weekly refuse contract $1,673,100 (6‑0)
• Approved Hollenbaugh’s Trash and Recycling, LLC for recycling contract (glass) $638,820 (6‑0)
• Denied lion statue donation (6‑0)
• Authorized advertisement of Ordinance No. 1454‑2025 restricting playground use after sunset (5‑1)
• Ratified Western Berks Ambulance Association participation in capital‑campaign feasibility study (6‑0)
• Authorized steps to revise the Zoning Map for 5 Wyomissing Boulevard (6‑0)

Borough Council

The council approved the resignation of Fire Chief Ethan Holmes, effective September 9, 2025, with all members in favor. It also approved commencing the hiring process for a new Fire Chief and pausing the Deputy Fire Chief hiring, with a 7‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved resignation of Fire Chief Ethan Holmes effective Sep 9, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved commencing hiring process for Fire Chief and pausing Deputy Fire Chief hiring (7-0)

Borough Council

The council approved the termination of badge 29 of the Wyomissing Police Department. The motion was made by Councilmember Barnett, seconded by Councilmember Mogel, and passed unanimously with a 7-0 vote. No other agenda items were acted upon.

• Approved termination of badge 29, Wyomissing Police Dept (7-0)

Borough Council

The council adopted Resolution No. 2025-08, changing the custodian for the borough's fire, police, and non‑uniformed pension plans from Nationwide Financial to Charles Schwab Trust Bank. It also approved several financial items, including payments for infrastructure work, a police vehicle purchase, and an intergovernmental equipment agreement, all by unanimous roll‑call votes.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-08 to change pension custodian to Charles Schwab (7‑0)
• Authorized payment of $126,146.94 to Spring Township for West Lawn Interceptor (7‑0)
• Approved reduction in rank of Police badge 11 from Sergeant to Patrol Officer (6‑1)
• Authorized $6,934.48 payment to Construction Masters Services for Cambridge Ave stream work (7‑0)
• Approved intergovernmental agreement with Spring Township for equipment and manpower sharing (7‑0)
• Approved purchase of Police department vehicle for $44,655 (7‑0)
• Approved installation of “Cross Traffic Does Not Stop” signs on Reading Blvd at Forest Ave (7‑0)
• Approved Accounts Payables report for June 2025 (7‑0)

Borough Council

The council approved the minutes from the May 13 meeting. It denied Berkshire PA Holdings' request to defer installation of eight storm‑water manholes (6‑0). It awarded the West Lawn Interceptor project to JNS Paving and Excavating for $539,238 (6‑0) and approved hiring of two new police patrol officers pending testing (6‑0). The council also adopted an intergovernmental agreement for the Berks County MS4 Steering Committee and a resolution to destroy selected 2004 incident records (both 6‑0).

• Approved May 13, 2025 council minutes (unanimous)
• Denied Berkshire Mall request to defer eight storm‑water manholes (6‑0)
• Awarded West Lawn Interceptor contract to JNS Paving, $539,238 (6‑0)
• Approved list of police officer candidates (6‑0)
• Approved hiring of top two police patrol candidates, contingent on testing (6‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑06 to join Berks County MS4 Steering Committee (6‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑07 to destroy specified 2004 incident records (6‑0)
• Authorized moving $4,000,000 PLGIT investments into the PLGIT prime account (6‑0)

Borough Council

The May 13, 2025 borough council meeting recorded a written request from Gregory Krutoyarsky detailing alleged breaches by J.P. Mascaro & Sons. The minutes contain no recorded votes, approvals, or resolutions regarding the issues. No decisions were documented; the council only noted the request for the public record.

Borough Council

The council voted 6‑0 to adopt Ordinance No. 1453‑2025 amending large‑vehicle parking rules. It also approved the PennDOT crosswalk and signage plan for the 1000 block of Penn Avenue by a 4‑3 vote, with the mayor breaking the tie. A street‑improvement contract was awarded to Construction Master Services for $615,317.45, and several waivers for the RM Palmer building addition project were granted unanimously. Additional actions included adopting fire‑department rules and updating pension and public‑comment policies.

• Approved Ordinance No. 1453‑2025 large‑vehicle parking amendment, 6‑0
• Approved PennDOT crosswalk and signage plan for 1000 block Penn Ave, 4‑3 (Mayor tie‑breaker)
• Approved Ordinance No. 1452‑2025 property‑maintenance code amendment, 6‑0
• Authorized award of 2025 street improvements to Construction Master Services, $615,317.45, 6‑0
• Approved Change Order No. 3 for Cambridge Avenue culvert work, 6‑0
• Approved payment of $67,998.07 to Construction Masters Services for Cambridge Avenue culvert, 6‑0
• Adopted revised Deputy Fire Chief position description, 6‑0
• Granted multiple waivers for RM Palmer building addition project (Subdivision & Land Development, Stormwater Management Ordinances), 6‑0