Slatington, Pennsylvania
Slatington Pennsylvania average (US Census ACS)
Population4,277
Per-capita income$24,589
Median home value$177,300
Typical home value $351,243 +5.6% yr/yr · +37.7% 5-yr
Reuniones recientes
Mon Jul 20, 2026
Finance Planning/Zoning, Public Safety, and Human/Community Services Committee
Committee discusses financing options for repaving Shadow Oaks Lane
The Finance/Planning/Zoning subcommittee discussed financing options for repaving Shadow Oaks Lane, utility billing consistency, budgeting, and a Main Street zoning overlay. The Public Safety subcommittee considered hiring an Animal Control Officer and financing options for fire trucks. The Human/Community Services subcommittee held a visioning discussion. No formal decisions were recorded; items were discussed.
- Financing options for repaving Shadow Oaks Lane
- Utility billing consistency for water, sewer, and garbage
- Main Street zoning overlay classification discussion
- Consideration of hiring an Animal Control Officer
- Discussion of fire truck financing and possible discounts
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AGENDA
COMMITTEE WORKSHOP MEETING MONDAY, JULY 20, 2026, 6:30 PM
FINANCE/PLANNING/ ZONING-PUBLIC SAFETY-HUMAN/COMMUNITY WORKSHOP COMMITTEE
MEETINGS
Municipal Building
125 So. Walnut Street
Slatington, PA 18080
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC COMMENT:
A. FINANCE/PLANNING/ZONING
David Schnaars– Chairman; Members: Kevin Steckel, William Schippers
1. Committee Member discussion on listed topics:
a. Discussion of the financing options for the repaving of Shadow Oaks
Lane.
b. Discussion of utility billing (making all billings consistent:
Water/Sewer/Garbage).
c. Budgeting
d. Discussion of agenda/minutes/multi-media adjustments in Council
room (attachment).
e. Main Street Zoning overlay. Discussion of zoning classification
(Residential/Commercial) Jim Macort (KCE) to attend and provide
details.
f. Visioning
B. PUBLIC SAFETY
William Schippers -Chairman; Members: Kevin Steckel, David Schnaars
1. Committee Member discussion on listed topics:
a. Consideration of an Animal Control Officer (refer to the June 1,
2026, minutes from the Special Council Meeting (attachment)).
b. Discussion on fire truck financing and possible discounts.
c. Visioning - Police
d. Visioning - Fire
C. HUMAN/COMMUNITY SERVICES
Kevin Steckel – Chairman; Members: David Schnaars, William Schippers
1. Committee Member discussion on listed topics:
a. Visioning
D. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS:
E. COURTESY TO THE FLOOR:
ADJOURNMENT
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Borough of Slatington
125 South Walnut
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Mon Jul 13, 2026
Borough Council
Slatington Council discusses road studies, zoning, and new resolutions
The Borough Council will consider several resolutions regarding the 100 Steps project, a police training center lease, and a union contract. Discussion items include a pavement study, potential repaving estimates for Shadow Oaks, and a draft ordinance regarding mayor duties.
- Discussion of $20,000 estimate from Acela for Shadow Oaks repaving engineering
- Resolution R-15-26 regarding $220,000 in additional funding for 100 Steps projects
- Resolution R-16-26 to lease 7933 PA Route 873 for a Police Training Center
- Resolution R-17-26 for the SEIU/PSSU Local 668 collective bargaining agreement (2026–2029)
- Draft ordinance regarding discharges to the WWTP and grease traps
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A G E N D A
The Reg ular Meeting of Council, Monday, Ju ly 13 , 20 2 6 , at 7:00 P.M. to be held in the Council Room,
1 25 S. Walnut Street, First Floor , Slatington, PA 18080 (This meeting is being recorded).
1. CALL TO ORDER P resident Mayberry
2. ROLL CALL
3 . PRAYER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG Vice President Schnaars
4 . NOTIFICATION - All public sessions of the Borough Council are electronically recorded, and
such recordings are maintained as part of the meeting record until the minutes are transcribed and
approved by the Board, at which time the recordings shall be erased.
5. APPROVAL OF MINUT ES :
a. Special Council Meeting – June 1, 2026
b. Council Meeting – June 8 , 2026
c. Committee Meetings – June15 , 2026
d. Committee Meetings – June 22, 2026
e. Special Council Meeting – June 29 , 20 2 6
6. SPECIAL PRES ENTATIO N :
7 . PUBLIC PARTICIPATION - (For Agenda/Non-Agenda Items) please use Podium (three
mi nutes per person/ five min utes per group) You will have three (3) minutes to address Council
from the podium. The three (3) minutes applies to your time at the podium. If you exit the
podium, you have yielded the floor and any time you have remaining.
8. PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS, COMMUNICATION : The reports of various committees,
officials and offices are on file.
9 . APPROVAL OF ACCOUNTS PAYABLE/TRANSFER S (Roll Call)
a. Primary Listing
10 . MAYOR ’S/POLICE /FIRE REMARKS Mayor Jeralyn Schoch
Police Chief W. Borst
Fire Chief Justin Frable
Borough M anage
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Mon Jun 29, 2026
Borough Council
El Concejo votará sobre solicitudes de subvenciones para eventos y el embellecimiento de Main Street
El Concejo Municipal de Slatington considerará dos resoluciones que autorizan solicitudes de subvenciones al condado de Lehigh. La Resolución R-13-26 busca una Subvención de Turismo para los eventos municipales de 2027, mientras que la Resolución R-14-26 solicita una Subvención de Calidad de Vida para el Main Street Beautification Project.
- Discusión y posible aprobación de la Resolución R-13-26 para una Subvención de Turismo para los eventos municipales de 2027
- Discusión y posible aprobación de la Resolución R-14-26 para una Subvención de Calidad de Vida para el Main Street Beautification Project
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125 South Walnut Street * Slatington, PA 18080-2099
Phone 610-767-2131 * Fax 610-767-7155
A G E N D A
The Special Meeting of Council, Monday, June 29 , 2026 at 6:30 P.M. to be held in the Council Room,
125 S. Walnut Street, First Floor, Slatington, PA 18080 (This meeting is being recorded).
1. CALL TO ORDER President Ryan Mayberry
2. ROLL CALL
3. PRAYER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG Vice President Schnaars
4. NOTIFICATION - All public sessions of the Borough Council are electronically recorded, and such
recordings are maintained as part of the meeting record until the minutes are transcribed and
approved by the Board, at which time the recordings shall be erased.
5. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION - (For Agenda/Non-Agenda Items) please use Podium (three minutes
per person/five minutes per group) You will have three (3) minutes to address Council from the
podium. The three (3) minutes applies to your time at the podium. If you exit the podium, you
have yielded the floor and any time you have remaining.
6. Discussion and possible approval of Resolution R-13-26, a resolution authorizing the B o rough of
Slatington, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, to apply for and request a Tourism Grant from the
Count y of Lehigh to be used for 2027 Slatington B orough Even ts.
7. Discussion and possible approval Resolution R-14-26, a resolution authorizing the Borough of
Slating ton , Le h igh County, Pennsylvania , to apply for and request a Quality-of-Life Grant from the
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BOROUGH OF SLATINGTON
COUNCIL MEETING
MINUTES
6/29 /26
The Special Meetin g of Council was held on Monday, June 29 , 202 6 , at 6:30 pm in the Council Room,
125 S. Walnut Street, First Floor, Slatington, PA 18080.
Presiding: Ryan Maayberry , President of Council
Recording Secretary: Roy Hambrecht, Borough Manager
The meeting was ca lle d to order by Presiden t Mayberry at 6:3 0 pm following in attendance:
ROLL CALL :
PRESENT ABSENT OTHERS PRESENT VISITORS
Ryan Mayberry Aaron Schoch Ron Hausman Drew Snowberger TV-13
David Schnaars Jeralyn Schoch
Andreas Hassold
Robert Krebs
Kevin Steckel
William Schippers
NOTIFICATION:
Pr esident Mayberry announced that all public sessions of Borough Council are electronically recorded ,
and such recordings are maintained as part of the meeting record until the minutes are transcribed and
approved by the Board, at which time the recordings shall be erased.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION (Agenda and Non-Agenda items) You will have three minutes to address
Council from the podium. The three minutes applies to your time at the podium. If you exit the podium,
you have yielded the floor, and any ti me you have remaining. None
1 . Councilor Schnaars made a motion, duly seconded by Councilor Schippers, the adoption of
Resolution R-13-26, a resolution authorizing the Borough of Slatington, Lehigh County,
Pennsylvania, to apply for and request a Tourism Grant from the County of Lehigh to be used for
2027 Slatington Borough Events. President Mayberry dec
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Mon Jun 22, 2026
Water/Sewer/Highway Workshop Committee
El comité discutirá el estudio de tráfico de PennDOT en 2nd y Main
El Comité de Taller de Agua/Alcantarillado/Carreteras se reunirá para discutir varios temas de infraestructura, incluyendo un estudio de tráfico de PennDOT en las calles 2nd y Main, la finalización del pintado de líneas y la señalización de intersecciones. La planificación de inversiones de capital de alcantarillado y presentaciones del personal también están en la agenda. La reunión se basa principalmente en la discusión y no hay votaciones programadas.
- Discusión del estudio de tráfico de PennDOT de la Lehigh Valley Planning Commission (LVPC) en 2nd y Main
- Reporte de finalización del pintado de líneas
- Discusión sobre la señalización de intersecciones
- Inicio de la planificación de inversiones de capital de alcantarillado
- Presentaciones de John Bolton (Highway), Duane Szczesny (Sewer) y Mike Evans (Water/Special Sewer)
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125 South Walnut Street * Slatington, PA 18080-2099
Phone 610-767-2131 * Fax 610-767-7155
AGENDA
COMMITTEE WORKSHOP MEETIN G MONDAY JUNE 22 , 2026, 6:30 PM
WATER/SEWER/HIGHWAY WORKSHOP COMMITTEE MEETINGS
Municipal Building
125 So. Walnut Street
Slatington, PA 18080
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
A. HIGHWAY
Aaron Schoch – Chairman; Members: Robert Krebs, A ndreas Hassold
1. Committee Member Discussion:
a. John Bolton to present.
b. Line painting is complete.
c. Discussion of Lehigh Valley Planning Commission (LVPC) PennDOT traffic study at 2 nd and
Main (see attached).
d. Intersection signage.
e. Visioning
B. SEWER
A ndreas Hassold - Chairman; Members: Robert Krebs , Aaron Schoch
1. Committee Member Discussion:
a. Duane Szczesny to present.
b. Capital investment planning kickoff.
c. Visioning
C. WATER/SPECIAL SEWER COMMITTEE
Robert Krebs – Chairman; Aaron Schoch, A ndreas Hassold
1. Committee Member Discussion:
a. Mike Evans to present.
b. Visioning
D. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
E. COURTESY TO THE FLOOR
ADJOURNMENT
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BOROUGH OF SLATINGTON
The Water, Sewer/Solid Waste, and Highway Committee Workshop Meetin g s were held o n June
22 , 2026 , in Municipal Building, 125 South Walnut Street, Slatington, PA.
The mee ting was called to order by President Mayberry at 6: 30 PM with the following in attendance:
PRESENT ABSENT OTHERS VISITORS
Ryan Mayberry Roy Hambrecht Duane Szczensy
Aaron Schoch Jeralyn Schoch Mike Evans
Robert Krebs Abigail Wieder John Bolton
Andreas Hassold Robert Stettner
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Robert Stettner , 44 So. Walnut St , s igned in and was recognized to speak. Robert is representing
the Northern Lehigh America 250 C ommittee ( “ the NLA250 ” ). The NLA250 was approached
by the Women ’s Club of Slatington (WCS) requesting to plant a “ Franklin Tree ” in town. The
NLA250 spoke with Na n cy Trescot , The Venture Group , to seek approval. The Venture Group
has approved the pla n ting at Memorial Park . The NLA250 is now requesting Borough approval
to plant the tree in the park. Depending upon the size of the tree and where it would be placed,
the Borough Highway Department could assist . The C ommittee also suggested Victory Park if
Memorial Park was not suitable. President Mayberry would like this placed on the next regular
Council agenda.
A. HIGHWAY
Aaron Schoch – Chairman; Members: Robert Krebs, Andreas Hassold
1. Committee Member Discussion:
a. John Bolton , Highway Foreman, to present. Mr. Bolton stated he is currently in the hiring
process to hire a fourth maintenance s
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Mon Jun 15, 2026
Finance Planning/Zoning, Public Safety, and Human/Community Services Committee
El comité discutirá la contratación de un oficial de cumplimiento de códigos a tiempo completo
Esta es una reunión de taller del comité sin votaciones formales. El comité de Finanzas/Planificación/Zonificación discutirá la planificación de capital, incluyendo la instalación de gas cerca de las escuelas, la contratación de un oficial de cumplimiento de códigos a tiempo completo, un estudio de condición del pavimento (propuesta de Acela), el presupuesto de Shadow Oaks Lane y las posibilidades de subvenciones para el desarrollo turístico. El comité de Seguridad Pública considerará un oficial de control de animales y el financiamiento de camiones de bomberos. Todos los puntos son solo discusiones.
- Discusión sobre la contratación de un oficial de cumplimiento de códigos a tiempo completo
- Discusión sobre la instalación de gas cerca de las áreas escolares
- Discusión de la propuesta de Acela para el Estudio de Condición del Pavimento
- Discusión de la propuesta de presupuesto de Shadow Oaks Lane de Acela
- Discusión de las posibilidades de la Subvención para el Desarrollo Turístico (fecha límite 6 de julio)
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125 South Walnut Street * Slatington, PA 18080-2099
Phone 610-767-2131 * Fax 610-767-7155
AGENDA
COMMITTEE WORKSHOP MEETING MONDAY , JUNE 15 , 2026 , 6:30 PM
FINANCE/PLANNING/ ZONING-PUBLIC SAFETY-HUMAN/COMMUNITY WORKSHOP
COMMITTEE MEETINGS
Municipal Building
125 So. Walnut Street
Slatington, PA 18080
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC COMMENT:
A. FINANCE/PLANNING/ZONING
David Schnaars – Chairman; Members: Kevin Steckel, William Schippers
1. Committee Member discussion on listed topics:
a. Capital P lanning
i) Discussion of the possibility of the installation of gas in the area of the schools.
b. Discussion of full-time Code Enforcement Officer to be hired .
c. Discussion of Pavement Condition Study (Acela proposal attached).
d. Discussion of Shadow Oaks Lane (Acela Budget proposal attached).
e. Discussion on Tourism Development Grant possibilities – Deadline is July 6 (attachment).
f. Visioning
B. PUBLIC SAFETY
William S c hippers -Chairman; Members: Kevin Steckel , David Schnaars
1. Committee Member discussion on listed topics:
a. Consideration of an Animal Control Officer.
b. Discussion on fire truck financing and possible discounts.
c. V isioning - Police
d. Visioning - Fire
C. HUMAN/COMMUNITY SERVICES
Kevin Steckel – Chairman; Members: David Schnaars , William Schippers
1. Committee Member discussion on listed topics:
a. Visioning
D. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS:
E. COURTESY TO THE FLOOR:
ADJOURNMENT
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BOROUGH OF SLATINGTON
The Finance Planning/Zoning, Public Safety and Human/Community Services Committee Workshop
M eetings were held on June 15 , 2026 , in Council Room, 125 South Walnut Street, Slatington, PA 18080.
The meeting was called to order by President Mayberry at 6: 3 3 PM with the following in attendance:
PRESENT ABSENT OTHERS PRESENT VISITORS
Ryan Mayberry Jeralyn Schoch Roy Hambrecht Alex Staln ecker
David Schnaars -via phone Williams Borst Gene Stalnecker
Kevin Steckel Justin Frable Ron Hausman
Williams Schippers Mike Waldon Alexa Vreeland
Barbara Vreeland
Keith Weaver
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Gene Stalnecker , 136 Cherry Street , s igned in and was recognized to speak. Mr. Stalnecker informed the
Council that it should draft an ordinance for an Animal Control Officer (ACO) . Mr. Stalnecker suggested
looking at Nesquehoning ’s ordinance as a guide . He stated that Ne squehoning and Slatington are similar,
just needs to be tweaked for Slatington. Mr. Stalnecker pointed out the Nesquehoning ordinance mentions
aggressive/ dangerous dogs. The way it is written, if there are fines , the B orough of Nesquehoning receives
the revenues , not the S tate.
Alexa Vreeland , 247 So. Walnut Street , s igned in and was recognized to speak. Ms. Vreeland asked Police
Chief Borst , “ what the current protocol is for auditing your body camera footage of your officers ” ? Chief
Borst indicated that the regular auditing of body camera recordings is required. Chief Borst stated she is
wel
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Mon Jun 8, 2026
Borough Council
El Concejo decidirá sobre el financiamiento de un nuevo camión de bomberos
El Concejo Municipal de Slatington decidirá sobre el financiamiento para un nuevo camión de bomberos y considerará resoluciones para solicitudes de subvenciones para revitalizar Roosevelt Park y West End Park. Otros puntos incluyen la discusión sobre la inclusión de los empleados de la biblioteca en el programa de salud del municipio y la revisión de solicitudes para un vendedor de comida y un evento de lavado a presión. La reunión incluye participación pública y aprobación de cuentas por pagar.
- Decisión y posible acción sobre el financiamiento del nuevo camión de bomberos (Seguridad Pública)
- Posible aprobación de la Resolución R-11-26 para la subvención de Greenways para la revitalización de Roosevelt Park
- Posible aprobación de la Resolución R-12-26 para la subvención de DCNR para la Fase 1 de West End Park
- Discusión y posible aprobación de la solicitud de subvención del USDA Rural Business Development Grant de Venue22
- Revisión de la solicitud de Northern Lehigh Swimming Pool Assoc. para ventas de Vince's Cheesesteak en Main y Grove el 12 de junio
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A G E N D A
The Reg ular Meeting of Council, Monday, June 8 , 20 2 6 , at 7:00 P.M. to be held in the Council Room,
1 25 S. Walnut Street, First Floor , Slatington, PA 18080 (This meeting is being recorded).
1. CALL TO ORDER P resident Mayberry
2. ROLL CALL
3 . PRAYER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG Vice President Schnaars
4 . NOTIFICATION - All public sessions of the Borough Council are electronically recorded, and
such recordings are maintained as part of the meeting record until the minutes are transcribed and
approved by the Board, at which time the recordings shall be erased.
5. APPROVAL OF MINUT ES :
a. Council Meeting – May 11 , 2026
b. Committee Meetings – May 18, 2026
c. Special Council Meeting – May 26, 20 2 6
d. Committee Meetings – May 26 , 2026
6. SPECIAL PRESENTATIO N :
7 . PUBLIC PARTICIPATION - (For A genda/Non-Agenda Items) please use Podium (three
mi nutes per person/ five min utes per group) You will have three (3) minutes to address Council
from the podium. The three (3) minutes applies to your time at the podium. If you exit the
podium, you have yielded the floor and any time you have remaining.
8. PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS, COMMUNICATION : The reports of various committees,
officials and offices are on file.
9 . APPROVAL OF ACCOUNTS PAYABLE/TRANSFERS (Roll Call)
a. Primary Listin g
10 . MAYOR ’S/POLICE /FIRE REMARKS Mayor Jeralyn Schoch
Police Chief W. Borst
Fire Chief Justin Frable
Borough M anager Roy Hambrecht
11. STANDING COMMITTEES – Reque
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BOROUGH OF SLATINGTON
COUNCIL MEETING
MINUTES
6/8 /26
The Regular Meeting of the Slatington Borough Council (Council) was held on June 8 , 2026, to be held in
the Council Room, 125 S. Walnut Street, First Floor, Slatington, PA 18080.
Presiding: Ryan Mayberry: President of Council
Recording Secretary: Elizabeth Miller
The meeting was ca lle d to order by President Mayberry at 7: 00 PM with the following in attendance:
ROLL CALL :
PRESENT ABSENT OTHERS PRESENT VISITORS
Ryan Mayberry Jerayln Schoch Lisa Young Rob ert Herzog, Jeffrey Hausman
David Schnaars William Borst Justin Frable Ron Hausman , Debbie Strohl
Andreas Hassold Kevin Steckel Abigail Wieder Catherine Wieand, Kris Burek
Robert Krebs Roy Hambrecht Drew Snowberger, Alexa Vree land
William Schippers Robert Stettner, Karl Drummy
Aaron Schoch Gene Stalnecker , Alex Stalnecker
EXECUTIVE SESSION : None
NOTIFICATION :
President Mayberry announced that all public sessions of Borough Council are electronically recorded , and
such recordings are maintained as part of the meeting record until the minutes are transcribed and approved
by the Council , at which time the recordings shall be erased.
MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING – Councilor Sc hnaars made a motion as amended , dul y seconded
by Councilor S c hippers , to approve the following minutes , with corrections as noted below :
a. Council Meeting – May 11, 2026 .
b. Committee Meetings – May 18, 2026 :
o Solicitor Young noted the following corrections .
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Mon Jun 1, 2026
Borough Council
El Concejo Municipal de Slatington discutirá la contratación de un Oficial de Control de Animales
El Concejo Municipal llevará a cabo una reunión especial el 1 de junio de 2026. El punto principal de la agenda es una discusión sobre la contratación de un Oficial de Control de Animales.
- Discusión sobre la contratación de un Oficial de Control de Animales
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A G E N D A
The Special Meeting of Council, Mon day, June 1, 2026 at 6:30 P.M. to be held in the Council Room, 1 25 S.
Walnut Street, First Floor , Slatington, PA 18080 (This meeting is being recorded).
1. CALL TO ORDER P resident Ryan Mayberry
2. ROLL CALL
3 . PRAYER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE T O THE FLAG Vice President Schnaars
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4 . NOTIFICATION - All public sessions of the Borough Council are electronically recorded, and such
recordings are maintained as part of the meeting record until the minutes are transcribed and approved by
the Board, at which time the recordings shall be erased.
5 . PUBLIC PARTICIPATION - (For Agenda/Non-Agenda Items) please use Podium (three mi nutes per
person/ five min utes per group) You will have three (3) minutes to address Council from the podium. The
three (3) minutes applies to your time at the podium. If you exit the podium, you have yielded the floor and
any time you have remaining.
6 . Discussion on hiring an Animal Control Officer
7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
8 . INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
9 . NEW BUSINE SS
1 0 . COURTESY OF THE FLOOR – (Agenda Items Only – You will have two (2) minutes to address
Council from the podium on Agenda Items Only.)
1 1 . EXECUTIVE SESSION
Announcement of items discussed in executive s ession (if necessary)
1 2 . MOTION TO ADJOUR N
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BOROUGH OF SLATINGTON
COUNCIL MEETING
MINUTES
6/1 /26
The Special Meeting of Council was held on Monday, June 1 , 202 6 , at 6:30 pm in the Council Room,
125 S. Walnut Street, First Floor, Slatington, PA 18080.
Presiding: Ryan Maayberry , President of Council
Recording Secretary: Roy Hambrecht, Borough Manager
The meeting was ca lle d to order by Presiden t Mayberry at 6:3 0 pm following in attendance:
ROLL CALL :
PRESENT ABSENT OTHERS PRESENT VISITORS
Ryan Mayberry Jeralyn Schoch William Borst Alex Stalnecker
David Schnaars Andreas Hassold Roy Hambrecht Gene Stalnecker
Robert Krebs Aaron Schoch Lisa Young Jeffrey Hausman
William Schippers Alexa Vreeland
Kevin Steckel Jared Keichel
NOTIFICATION:
Pr esident Mayberry announced that all public sessions of Borough Council are electronically recorded
and such recordings are maintained as part of the meeting record until the minutes are transcribed and
approved by the Board, at which time the recordings shall be erased.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION (Agenda and Non-Agenda items) You will have three minutes to address
Council from the podium. The three minutes applies to your time at the podium. If you exit the podium,
you have yielded the floor, and any time you have remaining.
Gene Stalnecker - 136 Cherry Street. Signed in and was recognized to speak. Mr. Stalnecker
thanked the Council for their efforts to address the a nimal c ontrol o fficer issue. Mr. Stalnecker
has had issues with vicious dogs recently. He cited ordinances that
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Tue May 26, 2026
Borough Council
El concejo de Slatington considerará el compromiso de la subvención de Greenways para Roosevelt Park
Esta reunión especial del Borough Council incluye la discusión y posible aprobación de una Carta de Compromiso para la solicitud de la subvención Greenways 2026 para revitalizar Roosevelt Park. El resto de la agenda es procedimental, abarcando el pase de lista, la participación pública y el cierre de la sesión.
- Discusión y posible aprobación de la Carta de Compromiso para la solicitud de la subvención Greenways 2026 para la revitalización de Roosevelt Park
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✓ Decidido: Council approves grant application for Roosevelt Park revitalization
The council approved a commitment letter for the 2026 Greenways Grant application to revitalize Roosevelt Park. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was brief and largely procedural.
- Approved Commitment Letter for 2026 Greenways Grant application for Roosevelt Park revitalization (roll call vote, all present in favor inferred)
Tue May 26, 2026
Water/Sewer/Highway Workshop Committee
El comité discutirá la solicitud de CDBG para el pavimentado de 2027 y los sobrecostos
El Comité de Taller de Agua/Alcantarillado/Carreteras se reunirá para discutir próximos proyectos viales, incluyendo una solicitud de Subvención en Bloque para el Desarrollo Comunitario (CDBG) para 2026 (pavimentado de 2027) y los sobrecostos asociados en comparación con los porcentajes de trabajo de profundidad total. Las calles específicas bajo consideración incluyen 6th Street desde W. Franklin hasta W. Church St., W. Washington St. desde 873 hasta 4th St., y W. Washington St. desde Hill Alley hasta 7th St. Otros puntos incluyen el pintado de líneas para espacios de estacionamiento, la discusión sobre el repavimentado de Shadow Oaks Rd y la visión para los comités de carreteras, alcantarillado y agua. No se esperan votos formales ya que se trata de una reunión de taller.
- Solicitud de CDBG para carreteras para 2026 (pavimentado de 2027) con discusión de sobrecostos relativos al trabajo de profundidad total
- Ha comenzado el pintado de líneas para espacios de estacionamiento
- Discusión sobre el repavimentado de Shadow Oaks Rd
- Visión para los comités de carreteras, alcantarillado y agua
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✓ Decidido: Slatington committees review road repaving and water meter project
The Water, Sewer/Solid Waste, and Highway Committee held a workshop to discuss infrastructure projects. No formal votes were taken on contracts or ordinances, though the manager approved a notification letter for the new water meter project.
- Determined a stop sign at Field Alley is not necessary
- Approved notification letter to residents and landlords regarding new water meter project
- Discussed Shadow Oaks Road repaving quote of just under $700,000.00 (no action taken)
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125 South Walnut Street * Slatington, PA 18080-2099
Phone 610-767-2131 * Fax 610-767-7155
AGENDA
COMMITTEE WORKSHOP MEETIN G MONDAY MAY 26 , 2026 , 6:30 PM
WATER/SEWER/HIGHWAY WORKSHOP COMMITTEE MEETINGS
Municipal Building
125 So. Walnut Street
Slatington, PA 18080
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
A. HIGHWAY
Aaron Schoch – Chairman; Members: Robert Krebs, A ndreas Hassold
1. Committee Member Discussion:
a. Line painting for parking spaces has begun
b. Discussion of Shadow Oaks Rd repaving.
c. CDBG Road Application for 2026 (2027 paving) . Additional discussion of the cost overrun
compared to the percentage of full-deep work on the roads . See attachment.
6 th St from W. Franklin to W. Church St.
W. Washington St., from 873 to 4 th St.
W. Washington St., from Hill Alley to 7 th St .
d. Visioning
B. SEWER
A ndreas Hassold - Chairman; Member s: Robert Krebs , Aaron Schoch
1. Committee Member Discussion:
a. Visioning
C. WATER/SPECIAL SEWER COMMITTEE
Robert Krebs – Chairman; Aaron Schoch, A ndreas Hassold
1. Committee Member Discussion:
a. Visioning
D. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
E. COURTESY TO THE FLOOR
ADJOURNMENT
Mon May 18, 2026
Finance Planning/Zoning, Public Safety, and Human/Community Services Committee
El comité discutirá la planificación de capital, la atención médica de la biblioteca y el oficial de control de animales
Esta es una reunión de taller de los comités de Finanzas/Planificación/Zonificación, Seguridad Pública y Servicios Humanos/Comunitarios de Slatington Borough. Los temas de discusión incluyen una presentación de planificación de capital, la atención médica de la biblioteca, la aplicación del código, la visión, la consideración de un oficial de control de animales y solicitudes para un vendedor de comida y un evento de lavado a presión. No se anticipan votos ni decisiones formales en este taller.
- Presentación de Planificación de Capital por Steve Carr
- Discusión sobre la atención médica de la Slatington Library
- Consideración de un Animal Control Officer
- Solicitud de Northern Lehigh Swimming Pool Assoc. para ventas de Vince's Cheesesteak el 12 de junio en Main y Grove
- Solicitud del Economic Development Committee para un evento de lavado a presión el 19 de julio en la cuadra 600 de Main Street
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✓ Decidido: Committee discusses capital planning, code enforcement, and animal control
The Finance Planning/Zoning Committee discussed a long-term financial plan and the possibility of hiring a full-time code enforcement officer. The Public Safety Committee tabled the animal control officer proposal and discussed the new police department space. The Human/Community Services Committee approved requests for September 11th memorial signage and a cheesesteak sales event.
- Tabled animal control officer proposal until June 1, 2026
- Approved September 11th National Memorial Trail Alliance signage placement
- Approved Northern Lehigh Swimming Pool Assoc. cheesesteak sales event
- Approved Economic Development Committee power washing event
- Requested Acela estimate for Shadow Oaks repaving on next agenda
- Requested Library healthcare coverage request on next agenda
- Requested code enforcement officer details on next agenda
- Requested USDA Rural Business Development Grant on next agenda
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Borough of Slatington
125 South Walnut Street * Slatington, PA 18080-2099
Phone 610-767-2131 * Fax 610-767-7155
AGENDA
COMMITTEE WORKSHOP MEETING MONDAY , MAY 18 , 2026 , 6:30 PM
FINANCE/PLANNING/ ZONING-PUBLIC SAFETY-HUMAN/COMMUNITY WORKSHOP
COMMITTEE MEETINGS
Municipal Building
125 So. Walnut Street
Slatington, PA 18080
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC COMMENT:
A. FINANCE/PLANNING/ZONING
David Schnaars – Chairman; Members: Kevin Steckel, William S c hippers
1. Committee Member discussion on listed topics:
a. Capital P lanning – Steve Carr Presentation (attachment).
b. Discussion of Slatington Library healthcare.
c. Code Enforcement Officer.
d. Visioning
B. PUBLIC SAFETY
William S c hippers -Chairman; Members: Kevin Steckel , David Schnaars
1. Committee Member discussion on listed topics:
a. Consideration of an Animal Control Officer.
b. V isioning - Police
c. Visioning - Fire
C. HUMAN/COMMUNITY SERVICES
Kevin Steckel – Chairman; Members: David Schnaars , William S c hippers
1. Committee Member discussion on listed topics:
a. September 11 th National Memorial Tri a l Alliance (signage placement).
b. Review request by Northern Lehigh Swimming Pool Assoc. to have Vince ’s Cheesesteak
sales on the corner of Main and Grove on Thursday, June 12 (3-7pm).
c. Review request by Economic Development Committee for power washing event in the 600
block of Main Street for July 19 (9am -12pm).
d. Visioning
D. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS:
E. COURTESY TO THE FLOOR:
ADJOURNMENT
Mon May 11, 2026
Borough Council
El Concejo discutirá la tolerancia para centros de datos pequeños en el plan integral
El Concejo Municipal de Slatington llevará a cabo una reunión regular el 11 de mayo de 2026. Los puntos clave incluyen una discusión sobre la venta de una propiedad propiedad del municipio adyacente al taller de carrocería de Rentschler, una presentación del departamento de bomberos sobre un nuevo camión de bomberos propuesto y actualizaciones sobre el proyecto 100 Steps que podría exceder el presupuesto. El concejo también considerará solicitudes de Caring Hearts para eventos comunitarios y discutirá el Plan Integral Multi-Municipal de Northern Lehigh, incluyendo la tolerancia para centros de datos pequeños.
- Colocación de señal de pare en Field Alley y W. Church St.
- Presentación del departamento de bomberos sobre el nuevo camión de bomberos propuesto
- Discusión y posible aprobación de la venta de la propiedad adyacente al taller de carrocería de Rentschler
- Actualización del proyecto 100 Steps – potencialmente sobre el presupuesto
- Tolerancia para centros de datos pequeños (10k-20k sq ft) en el plan integral
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✓ Decidido: Council approved a $90,612.90 payment for the Fifth Street road project
The council voted to pay G & B $90,612.90 as a partial payment for the Fifth Street road construction. Additional payments were approved for lab services ($11,120) and a $125 sewer bill. The council also declined a proposal for small data centers and authorized advertising for CDBG projects pending county approval.
- Approved $90,612.90 payment to G & B for Fifth Street road construction (roll call passed)
- Approved $11,120 payment for Toxic Reduction Evaluation lab services (roll call passed)
- Approved $125 payment for March 9, 2026 Sewer Authority bill (roll call passed)
- Declined proposal for small data centers (10k‑20k sq ft) in the Northern Lehigh Multi‑Municipal Comprehensive Plan
- Authorized advertising for CDBG projects on South Street and East Washington Street, contingent on Lehigh County approval (voice vote, all in favor)
- Approved 10th Annual Project Warm & Cozy and 4th Annual Adopt‑A‑Tree fundraiser (voice vote, all in favor)
- Approved Park & Food Truck Festival for September 19 (voice vote, all in favor)
- Approved minutes of previous meeting with listed corrections (voice vote, all in favor)
Mon Apr 27, 2026
Water/Sewer/Highway Workshop Committee
El taller cubre inspecciones de alcantarillado, estacionamiento para discapacitados y proyectos de la planta de agua
Esta es una reunión de taller de comité para el Comité de Agua/Alcantarillado/Carreteras. Los miembros discutirán varios puntos, incluyendo la pintura de líneas de estacionamiento para discapacitados, informes de inspección de líneas de alcantarillado, una actualización sobre la subvención de alcantarillado y los próximos proyectos de la planta de agua. No hay votos ni decisiones formales programadas; la reunión es para discusión y planificación.
- Discusión sobre las regulaciones de estacionamiento para discapacitados y la prioridad de la pintura de líneas (Chapter 175, Article VI)
- Revisión del informe de inspecciones de líneas de alcantarillado y siguientes pasos
- Actualización sobre el estado de la subvención de alcantarillado
- Discusión sobre los próximos proyectos de la planta de agua
- Visión para los comités de carreteras, alcantarillado y agua
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✓ Decidido: Committee workshop discusses road paving, sewer repairs, water plant projects
The Water/Sewer/Highway Workshop Committee met for discussion only; no formal votes or approvals were taken. Topics included prioritizing Shadow Oaks Lane paving, considering bond financing for roadwork, reviewing sewer line inspection reports, and emergency water pump repairs.
Mon Apr 20, 2026
Finance Planning/Zoning, Public Safety, and Human/Community Services Committee
Taller para discutir el oficial de control animal, la atención médica de la biblioteca y solicitudes de eventos
Los comités de Slatington Borough llevarán a cabo una reunión de taller para discutir múltiples puntos del orden del día, incluyendo una solicitud de la Slatington Library sobre el uso de la atención médica del Borough, la consideración de un Animal Control Officer y solicitudes de Denise Martinez/Caring Hearts para próximos eventos. No se esperan votos finales; esta es una sesión de discusión.
- Solicitud de Slatington Library sobre el uso de la atención médica del Borough (adjunto)
- Consideración de un Animal Control Officer
- Revisión de las solicitudes de Caring Hearts: 10th Annual Project Warm & Cozy y 4th Annual Adopt-A-Tree Fundraiser el 5 de diciembre
- Revisión de la solicitud de Caring Hearts para el Park & Food Truck Festival el 19 de septiembre
- Discusiones de planificación de capital y visión para los servicios de policía, bomberos y comunitarios
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✓ Decidido: Committee approves phased West End Park revitalization plan
The Finance Planning/Zoning Committee authorized a phased approach for the West End Park revitalization, splitting the $350,000 project into two phases to improve grant approval chances. The committee also discussed the Slatington Library's healthcare needs and agreed to place several items on the next regular council agenda.
- Authorized phased West End Park revitalization plan (split into 2027 and 2028 phases)
- Discussed Slatington Library healthcare coverage request (placed on next agenda)
- Agreed to place property sale with Rentschler's Chevrolet on next agenda
- Agreed to place PPL easement payment agreement on next agenda
- Agreed to place West End Park grant plan on next agenda
- Agreed to place Caring Hearts events on next regular council agenda
- Agreed to place Park & Food Truck Festival on next agenda with conditions
- Discussed hiring an Animal Control Officer (placed on next agenda for solicitor review)
Mon Apr 13, 2026
Borough Council
El Concejo llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre tres ordenanzas propuestas
El Concejo de Slatington Borough llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre tres ordenanzas propuestas: la creación de un comité de Desarrollo Económico y Embellecimiento del Pueblo (Ordenanza 729), el establecimiento de requisitos y tarifas de conexión de agua y alcantarillado (Ordenanza 730), y la modificación del capítulo del departamento de bomberos para crear el cargo de Comisionado de Bomberos y Oficial de Cumplimiento de Códigos (Ordenanza 731). La reunión está programada para el 13 de abril de 2026, a las 7:00 PM en el Council Room en 125 S. Walnut Street.
- Audiencia pública sobre la propuesta de la Ordenanza No. 729 para crear un comité de Desarrollo Económico y Embellecimiento del Pueblo
- Audiencia pública sobre la propuesta de la Ordenanza No. 730 que establece requisitos de conexión de agua y alcantarillado, permisos y tarifas de inspección
- Audiencia pública sobre la propuesta de la Ordenanza No. 731 que modifica el capítulo del departamento de bomberos para crear el cargo de Comisionado de Bomberos y Oficial de Cumplimiento de Códigos
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✓ Decidido: Council approves committees and water/sewer rules, delays fire department changes
The Slatington Borough Council adopted ordinances creating an Economic Development and Town Beautification Committee and establishing water and sewer connection requirements. The council voted to delay a vote on amending the Fire Department chapter to create a Fire Commissioner position.
- Adopted Ordinance 729 creating Economic Development and Town Beautification Committee
- Adopted Ordinance 730 establishing water and sewer connection requirements
- Tabled Ordinance 731 to amend Fire Department chapter and create Fire Commissioner position
- Voted 7-0 to adopt Ordinance 729
- Voted 7-0 to adopt Ordinance 730
- Voted 7-0 to table Ordinance 731
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A G E N D A
PUBLIC HEARING
The Meeting of Council, Monday, April 13, 2026, at 7:00 P.M. to be held in the Council Room,
125 S. Walnut Street, First Floor, Slatington, PA 18080 (This meeting is being recorded).
1. CALL TO ORDER President Mayberry
2. ROLL CALL
3. PRAYER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG Councilor Schnaars
4. NOTIFICATION - All public sessions of the Borough Council are electronically recorded,
and such recordings are maintained as part of the meeting record until the minutes are
transcribed and approved by the Board, at which time the recordings shall be erased.
5 . Hearing proposed Ordinance No. 729, an ordinance adding Chapter 41 to the codified
Ordinances of the Borough of Slatington, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, to create the
Economic Development and Town Beautification committee and establish the
responsibilities, membership, appointment, terms, officers and annual report for the
committee.
6 . Hearing proposed Ordinance No. 730, an ordinance of the Brough of Slatington, Lehigh
County, Pennsylvania, to create the requirements for the connections to the water system
and sewer system and to set for th the requirements for the permits, the powers and authority
of inspectors and payment for inspection fees; repealer, severability and effective date.
7. Hearing proposed Ordinance N o . 731, an ordinance amending the fire department chapter
of the Codified Ordinances of the borough of Slatington, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, to
create the positron of Fire C
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Mon Apr 13, 2026
Borough Council
El Concejo considerará la venta de dos camiones de bomberos para compensar el costo de un nuevo camión de rescate
El Concejo Municipal de Slatington celebra una reunión ordinaria con varios puntos de acción, incluida la posible venta de dos camiones de bomberos para financiar un nuevo camión de rescate previsto para la primavera de 2027. El concejo también discutirá el diseño y el presupuesto para la renovación de West End Park, con una solicitud de subvención que vence a finales de abril. Otros puntos incluyen una propuesta de modificación del permiso NPDES que extiende el límite de cobre hasta diciembre de 2028, y una moción para aprobar un Memorando de Entendimiento con Venue22 LLC.
- Venta de camiones de bomberos de 1993 y 1996 para compensar el costo de un nuevo camión de bomberos de rescate (entrega primavera 2027)
- Discusión y posible aprobación del diseño y presupuesto de renovación de West End Park; solicitud de subvención vence en abril de 2026
- Consideración de la modificación del permiso NPDES solicitando la extensión del límite de cobre hasta el 1 de diciembre de 2028
- Moción para aprobar el Memorando de Entendimiento entre el Borough y Venue22 LLC
- Aprobación de la Resolución R-10-26 para corregir la designación de la subvención LSA a 'Statewide'
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✓ Decidido: Borough Council approves CDBG 2026 project plans and new handicapped parking application
Council approved design plans for CDBG 2026 projects on South Street and E. Washington Street. The board also accepted a revised handicapped parking application and approved the payment of bills and transfers. Several items regarding fire trucks were tabled.
- Approved CDBG 2026 design plans for E. Washington Street and South Street
- Accepted new handicapped parking application (Voice Vote, All in Favor)
- Approved payment of bills and transfers (Roll Call)
- Approved minutes from March 9, March 16, and March 23, 2026 meetings (Voice Vote, All in Favor)
- Tabled sale of 1993 and 1996 fire trucks
- Tabled discussion on new rescue fire truck
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A G E N D A
The Reg ular Meeting of Council, Monday, April 13 , 20 2 6 , at 7:00 P.M. to be held in the Council
Room, 1 25 S. Walnut Street, First Floor , Slatington, PA 18080 (This meeting is being recorded).
1. CALL TO ORDER P resident Mayberry
2. ROLL CALL
3 . PRAYER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG Councilor Schnaars
4 . NOTIFICATION - All public sessions of the Borough Council are electronically recorded, and
such recordings are maintained as part of the meeting record until the minutes are transcribed and
approved by the Board, at which time the recordings shall be erased.
5. APPROVAL OF MINUT ES :
a. Council Meeting – March 9 , 2026
b. Committee Meetings – March 16 , 202 6
c. Water/Sewer/Highway – March 23 , 2026
6. SPECIAL PRESENTATIO N :
a. Ab el Boyer to present a contribution to the Slatington PD.
b. Recognition of Kevin Torres
7 . PUBLIC PARTICIPATION - ( For Agenda/Non-Agenda Items) please use Podium (three
mi nutes per person/ five min utes per group) You will have three (3) minutes to address Council
from the podium. The three (3) minutes applies to your time at the podium. If you exit the
podium, you have yielded the floor and any time you have remaining.
8. PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS, COMMUNICATION : The reports of various committees,
officials and offices are on file.
9 . APPROVAL OF ACCOUNTS PAYABLE/TRANSFERS (Roll Call)
a. Primary Listing
10 . MAYOR ’S/POLICE /FIRE REMARKS Mayor Jeralyn Schoch
Police Chief W. Borst
Fire Chief Justin Frable
Borough
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Mon Mar 23, 2026
Water/Sewer/Highway Workshop Committee
Discussion of CDBG road project cost overruns on Slatington streets
The Water/Sewer/Highway Workshop Committee will discuss highway improvements, focusing on a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) road application and related cost overruns for work on 6th Street, West Washington Street, and other locations. Additional highway topics include handicapped parking line painting, a proposed no‑right‑turn sign on First Street, and hiring a temporary worker to install cameras on Main Street. Sewer members will review a sewer line inspection report and consider next steps. The water/special sewer committee will engage in visioning discussions.
- Handicapped parking line painting (Chapter 175, Article VI)
- CDBG road application for 2026 (2027 paving) with cost‑overrun discussion for 6th St from W. Franklin to W. Church St, W. Washington St from 873 to 4th St, and W. Washington St from Hill Alley to 7th St
- Proposed no‑right‑turn sign from East Center Alley onto First Street
- Consideration of hiring a temporary worker to install cameras on Main Street
- Review of sewer line inspections report
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✓ Decidido: Committee discussed road, sewer, and water projects but made no formal decisions
The Water/Sewer/Highway Workshop Committee reviewed concerns about truck parking, CDBG road repaving cost overruns, possible signage at E. Center Alley, a temporary worker for Main St. camera installation, and grant applications for sewer and water projects. It also discussed the water‑meter modernization mailer and visioning ideas for West End Park. No approvals, denials, or votes on these items were recorded; the committee recommended placing them on the next regular Council agenda. The meeting was adjourned by a motion that passed unanimously.
- Motion to adjourn passed (all in favor)
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AGENDA
COMMITTEE WORKSHOP MEETING MONDAY, MARCH 23, 2026, 6:30 PM
WATER/SEWER/HIGHWAY WORKSHOP COMMITTEE
MEETINGS
Municipal Building
125 So. Walnut Street
Slatington, PA 18080
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
A. HIGHWAY
Aaron Schoch – Chairman; Members: Robert Krebs, Andreas Hassold
1. Committee Member Discussion:
a. Handicapped Parking (Chapter 175 (Article VI)). Attachment
a. Line painting for parking spaces?
b. CDBG Road Application for 2026 (2027 paving). Additional
discussion of the cost overrun compared to the percentage of full
depth work on the roads. See attachment.
• 6th St from W. Franklin to W. Church St.
• W. Washington St., from 873 to 4th St.
• W. Washington St., from Hill Alley to 7th St.
c. Construction of CDBG road for 2026 (Acela to present).
d. Discussion on adding a no right turn sign from east center alley
onto First Street.
e. Discussion on hiring temporary worker for the road crew for the
purpose of installing cameras on Main Street
f. Visioning
B. SEWER
Andreas Hassold- Chairman; Members: Robert Krebs, Aaron Schoch
1. Committee Member Discussion:
a. Sewer Line Inspections report and next steps (attachment).
b. Visioning
C. WATER/SPECIAL SEWER COMMITTEE
Robert Krebs – Chairman; Aaron Schoch, Andreas Hassold
1. Committee Member Discussion:
a. Visioning
D. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
E. COURTESY TO THE FLOOR
ADJOURNMENT
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125 South Walnut Street * Slatington, PA 18080-
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BOROUGH OF SLATINGTON
The Water, Sewer/Solid Waste, and Highway Committee Workshop Meetin g s were held o n March
23, 2026 , in Municipal Building, 125 South Walnut Street, Slatington, PA.
The mee ting was called to order by President Mayberry at 6: 30 PM with the following in attendance:
PRESENT ABSENT OTHERS VISITORS
Ryan Mayberry Jeralyn Schoch Roy Hambrecht Frank Hoffman
Andreas Hassold Abiga il Wieder Alexa Vreeland
Robert Krebs
Aaron Schoch
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Frank Hoffman – Mr. Hoffman s igned in and was recognized to speak. Mr. Hoffman cited a parking
ordinance for trucks, (section 175 -46 ) with a limit of 1 1 ,000 lbs . and no greater than 20 feet. He stated
that there is often a class A recreational vehicle (RV) parked on Franklin Street.
Mr. Hoffman also pointed out that there is a vehicle up on jacks on Second Street (at the Church St
intersection) that has been there all winter.
Finally, Mr. Hoffman s tated that the snowbank at Railroad and Main, which was discussed at the
February Council meeting, had not been remedied in a timely manner .
Alexa Vreeland – Ms. Vreeland s igned in and was recognized to speak. Ms. Vreeland informed the
C ommittee that she has acquired 24 tickets for a Fire Department fund raiser from the Texas Roadhouse .
This fund raiser will provide for free kid meals for local children.
Ms. Vreeland asked about public recording ordinances , specifically, recording the P olice in public
spaces . Also, since the Police received a grant in the a
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Mon Mar 16, 2026
Finance Planning/Zoning, Public Safety, and Human/Community Services Committee
Committee will discuss video live streaming proposal (Q‑119117‑1)
The Finance/Planning/Zoning, Public Safety, and Human/Community Services Committee will discuss several topics, including a video live‑streaming proposal (Q‑119117‑1) and its related statement of work (Q‑115520‑1), code‑enforcement record keeping, police and fire public outreach, and the West End Park exhibit plan. The meeting consists of member discussions for each sub‑committee area and includes a public comment period.
- Video live‑streaming proposal (Q‑119117‑1) discussion
- Statement of work for video live‑streaming (Q‑115520‑1) discussion
- Code‑enforcement record‑keeping discussion
- Police and fire public outreach/engagement discussion
- West End Park exhibit discussion (Acela to provide exhibits)
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✓ Decidido: Committee adjourned with no substantive decisions made
The Finance Planning/Zoning, Public Safety, and Human/Community Services Committee met on March 16, 2026. Members discussed grant applications, public safety outreach, and park planning, but no motions were approved or denied. The meeting was concluded with a motion to end business and was adjourned at 8:03 PM.
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125 South Walnut Street * Slatington, PA 18080-2099
Phone 610-767-2131 * Fax 610-767-7155
AGENDA
COMMITTEE WORKSHOP MEETING MONDAY , MARCH 16 , 2026 , 6:30 PM
FINANCE/PLANNING/ ZONING-PUBLIC SAFETY-HUMAN/COMMUNITY WORKSHOP
COMMITTEE MEETINGS
Municipal Building
125 So. Walnut Street
Slatington, PA 18080
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC COMMENT:
A. FINANCE/PLANNING/ZONING
David Schnaars – Chairman; Members: Kevin Steckel, Bill Shippers
1. Committee Member di scussion on listed topics:
a. Discussion of agenda and meeting management Select proposal
b. Discission of video live streaming (Q-119117-1) with agenda management without video live
streaming (Q-115520-1 ) statement of work
c. D iscussion on code enforcement record keeping
d. Visioning
B. PUBLIC SAFETY
William S c hippers -Chairman; Members: Kevin Steckel , David Schnaars
1. Committee Member discussion on listed topics:
a. D iscussion on public outreach/engagement between police and fire
b. V isioning - Police
c. Visioning - Fire
C. HUMAN/COMMUNITY SERVICES
Kevin Steckel – Chairman; Members: David Schnaars , Bill Shippers
1. Committee Member discussion on listed topics:
a. Discussion of West End Park. Acela to provide exhibits for discussion.
b. NL Recreation Authority – Summer Event Schedule (Attachment).
c. Visioning
D. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS:
E. COURTESY TO THE FLOOR:
ADJOURNMENT
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BOROUGH OF SLATINGTON
The Finance Planning/Zoning, Public Safety and Human/Community Services Committee
Workshop M eetings were held on March 16, 2026 , in Council Room, 125 South Walnut Street,
Slatington, PA 18080.
The meeting was called to order by President Mayberry at 6: 3 0 PM with the following in
attendance:
PRESENT ABSENT OTHERS PRESENT VISITORS
Ryan Mayberry Jeralyn Schoch Roy Hambrecht Robert Stettner
David Schnaars Abigail Wieder
Kevin Steckel William Borst
William Schippers Justin F rable
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Robert Stettner - 44 S. Walnut Street. Signed in and was recognized to speak. Mr. Stettner
attended the Committee meet ing on behalf of the Slatington Parks & Recreation Commission ( “ the
Commission ” ). Mr. Stettner informed the C ommittee that it will be holding its annual clean up on
Saturday, April 18 th , 2026. Since this year is the 250 th anniversary of the founding of America , th e
organization that oversees the cleanup in Pennsylvania , Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful , is
encourag ing communities to do some special clean ups or beautification projects this year. The
Commission ’s proposed project is to clean up the graffiti o n the Tressel B ridge which is behind the
maintenance building on the Slate Heritage Trai l. Additionally, the Commission is requesting the
materials and supplies to paint the bridge be donated by the Borough .
Councilor Schippers asked Mr. Stettner if he has spoken to the new Ace H ardware , Boyer
Hardware , and a few places over
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Mon Mar 9, 2026
Borough Council
Council to consider ordinance requiring residents to contract for water and sewer services
The Slatington Borough Council meeting will review and possibly approve several ordinances and agreements, including a new requirement for residents to contract for water and sewer services, a tax exemption for a disabled veteran, and a vegetation grant with PPL. The council will also consider appointments to the Zoning Hearing Board, a draft 2023 financial audit, and a memorandum of understanding with Venue22. Additionally, the council will approve accounts payable totaling $20,063.66 and hear mayor and department remarks.
- Discussion and possible approval of ordinance requiring residents to contract for water and sewer connection services
- Discussion and possible approval of Disabled Veterans Real Property Tax Exemption form for Mr. Unangst
- Discussion and possible approval of Vegetation Grant with PPL, restricting spray area to 75 ft on either side of lines
- Discussion and possible approval of MOU between the Borough and Venue22
- Discussion and possible action on appointing members to the Zoning Hearing Board
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✓ Decidido: Council approved creation of Economic Development and Town Beautification Committee
The council approved several ordinances, including Ordinance 729 to create an Economic Development and Town Beautification Committee, Ordinance 730 covering water and sewer connection requirements, and Ordinance 731 establishing a Fire Commissioner position. It also adopted a grant to PPL Utilities, a disabled veterans property‑tax exemption, and a memorandum of understanding with Venue22. Additional actions included approving the borough’s accounts payable, transferring funds, and appointing members to the Zoning Hearing Board.
- Approved Ordinance 729 creating Economic Development and Town Beautification Committee (voice vote)
- Approved Ordinance 730 setting water and sewer connection requirements (roll call)
- Approved Ordinance 731 establishing Fire Commissioner and Code Enforcement Official position (roll call)
- Adopted Resolution R‑09‑26 granting supplemental vegetation grant to PPL Utilities (roll call)
- Approved Disabled Veterans Real Property Tax Exemption for Mr. Unangst (roll call)
- Approved borough accounts payable and transfers presented by Treasurer (roll call)
- Appointed three members to the Zoning Hearing Board (roll call)
- Adopted MOU between the Borough and Venue22 (roll call)
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A G E N D A
The Reg ular Meeting of Council, Monday, March 9 , 20 2 6 , at 7:00 P.M. to be held in the Council
Room, 1 25 S. Walnut Street, First Floor , Slatington, PA 18080 (This meeting is being recorded).
1. CALL TO ORDER P resident Mayberry
2. ROLL CALL
3 . PRAYER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG Councilor Schnaars
4 . NOTIFICATION - All public sessions of the Borough Council are electronically recorded, and
such recordings are maintained as part of the meeting record until the minutes are transcribed and
approved by the Board, at which time the recordings shall be erased.
5. APPROVAL OF MINUT ES :
a. Special Meeting – Hearing – February 2, 2026
b. Council Meeting – February 9 , 2026
c. Committee Meetings – February 16 , 202 6
d. Water/Sewer/Highway – February 23 – canceled
6. SPECIAL PRESENTATIO N :
7 . PUBLIC PARTICIPATION - ( For Agenda/Non-Agenda Items) please use Podium (three
mi nutes per person/ five min utes per group) You will have three (3) minutes to address Council
from the podium. The three (3) minutes applies to your time at the podium. If you exit the
podium, you have yield ed the floor and any time you have remaining.
8. PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS, COMMUNICATION : The reports of various committees,
officials and offices are on file.
9 . APPROVAL OF ACCOUNTS PAYABLE/TRANSFERS (Roll Call)
a. Primary Listing
10 . MAYOR ’S/POLICE /FIRE REMARKS Mayor Jeralyn Schoch
Police Chief W. Borst
Fire Chief Jusin Frable
Borough M anager Roy Hambrecht
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11. STANDI
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BOROUGH OF SLATINGTON
COUNCIL MEETING
MINUTES
3/9 /26
The Regular Meeting of the Slatington Borough Council (Council) was held on March 9 , 2026,
Presiding: Ryan Mayberry: President of Council
Recording Secretary: Elizabeth Miller
The meeting was ca lle d to order by President Mayberry at 7: 00 PM with the following in attendance:
ROLL CALL :
PRESENT ABSEN T OTHERS PRESENT VISITORS
Ryan Mayberry Andreas Hassold Justin Frable Giovanni Rom ero, Ron Hausman
David Schnaars Robert Krebs Abiga il Wieder Robert Herzog, Jr ., Roberth Reph
William Schippers Roy Hambrecht Lisa Youn g K ris Burek, Drew Snowberger
Aaron Schoch Jeralyn Schoch -via phone Thomas Bartholowmew, Frank Hoffman
Kevin Steckel William Borst Alexa Vreeland, Susan Smith
Steffany Martinez, William Smith
EXECUTIVE SESSION : None
NOTIFICATION :
President Mayberry announced that all public sessions of Borough Council are electronically recorded , and
such recordings are maintained as part of the meeting record until the minutes are transcribed and approved
by the Council , at which time the recordings shall be erased.
MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING – Councilor Sc hnaars made a motion as amended , dul y seconded
by Councilor S ch ippers , to approve the following minutes : with corrections :
a. Special Meeting – Hearing – February 2, 2026
Solicitor Young noted corrections: s hould be covenant, not co nvent
b. Council Meeting – February 9, 2026
Solicitor Young noted the following corrections:
Page 3 police car informatio
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Mon Feb 23, 2026
Water/Sewer/Highway Workshop Committee
Slatington committee discusses road paving and handicapped parking
The Water/Sewer/Highway Workshop Committee will discuss handicapped parking regulations and a Community Development Block Grant road application for 2026 paving projects. The committee will also hold visioning sessions for the sewer and water departments.
- Handicapped parking regulations (Chapter 175)
- CDBG Road Application for 2026 paving
- 6th St from W. Franklin to W. Church St.
- W. Washington St. from 873 to 4th St.
- W. Washington St. from Hill Alley to 7th St.
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✓ Decidido: Water/Sewer/Highway Committee meeting cancelled
The scheduled Water/Sewer/Highway Committee meeting for Monday, February 23, 2026 was cancelled. No decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded.
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Borough of Slatington
125 South Walnut Street * Slatington, PA 18080-2099
Phone 610-767-2131 * Fax 610-767-7155
AGENDA
COMMITTEE WORKSHOP MEETIN G MONDAY, FEBRUARY 23 , 2026 , 6:30 PM
WATER/SEWER/HIGHWAY WORKSHOP COMMITTEE MEETINGS
Municipal Building
125 So. Walnut Street
Slatington, PA 18080
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
A. HIGHWAY
Aaron Schoch – Chairman; Members: Robert Krebs, Aaron Hassold
1. Committee Member Discussion:
a. Handicapped Parking (Chapter 175 (Article VI)). Attachment
b. CDBG Road Application for 2026 (2027 paving). See attachment.
6 th St from W. Franklin to W. Church St.
W. Washington St., from 873 to 4 th St.
W. Washington St., from Hill Alley to 7 th St
c. Visioning
B. SEWER
Aaron Hassold - Chairman; Members: Robert Krebs , Aaron Schoch
1. Committee Member Discussion:
a. Visioning
C. WATER/SPECIAL SEWER COMMITTEE
Robert Krebs – Chairman; Aaron Schoch, Andy Hassold
1. Committee Member Discussion:
a. Visioning
D. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
E. COURTESY TO THE FLOOR
ADJOURNMENT
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125 South Walnut Street * Slatington, PA 18080-2099
Phone 610-767-2131 * Fax 610-767-7155
The Water/Sewer/Highway Commit tee
meeting scheduled for Monday,
February 2 3 , 2026 , is cancelled .
Roy Hambrecht
Borough Manager
Tue Feb 17, 2026
Finance Planning/Zoning, Public Safety, and Human/Community Services Committee
✓ Decidido: Handicap parking sign requests for 209 E. South St. were denied
The committee denied the applications for a handicap parking sign at 209 E. South St. No vote tally was recorded. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn that was adopted. Several items were discussed, including keeping the water‑sewer tapping fee unchanged, drafting a new ordinance to make property owners responsible for connection work, and reviewing fire‑gear purchase agreements.
- Denied handicap parking sign applications for 209 E. South St. (no vote recorded)
- Motion to adjourn adopted; meeting ended (no vote recorded)
- Decided to keep water‑sewer tapping fee unchanged and reevaluate every 10‑15 years (no vote)
- Proposed drafting a new ordinance placing connection responsibility on property owners (pending)
- Planned review of fire‑gear purchase agreement with the Fire Department (planned)
- Manager Hambrecht to review siren repair contract for possible coverage (planned)
- Manager Hambrecht to contact Solicitor Young about disabled veterans tax exemption certification (planned)
- Vice President Schnaars suggested adding parking line markings to next Water/Sewer/Highway Committee agenda (proposed)
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AGENDA
COMMITTEE WORKSHOP MEETING TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2026, 6:30 PM
FINANCE/PLANNING/ ZONING-PUBLIC SAFETY-HUMAN/COMMUNITY WORKSHOP COMMITTEE
MEETINGS
Municipal Building
125 So. Walnut Street
Slatington, PA 18080
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC COMMENT:
A. FINANCE/PLANNING/ZONING
David Schnaars– Chairman; Members: Kevin Steckel, Bill Shippers
1. Committee Member discussion on listed topics:
a. Water and Sewer tapping fees. Potential for residents to contract
these services with a fee paid to Borough. Attached for discussion
are Ordinances 298, 308, and 537. Mike Waldron from ACELA to
discuss fee study.
b. Visioning
B. PUBLIC SAFETY
William Schippers -Chairman; Members: Kevin Steckel, David Schnaars
1. Committee Member discussion on listed topics:
a. Handicapped Parking (Chapter 175 (Article VI)). Attachment
b. Visioning - Police
c. Visioning - Fire
C. HUMAN/COMMUNITY SERVICES
Kevin Steckel – Chairman; Members: David Schnaars, Bill Shippers
1. Committee Member discussion on listed topics:
a. Disabled Veterans Real Property Tax Exemption Certification
(attachment).
b. Visioning
D. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS:
E. COURTESY TO THE FLOOR:
ADJOURNMENT
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Borough of Slatington
125 South Walnut Street * Slatington, PA 18080-2099
Phone 610-767-2131 * Fax 610-767-7155
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BOROUGH OF SLATINGTON
The Finance Planning/Zoning, Public Safety and Human/Community Services
Committee Workshop Meetings were held on February 17, 2026, in Council
Room, 125 South Walnut Street, Slatington, PA 18080.
The meeting was called to order by President Mayberry at 6:30 PM with the
following in attendance:
PRESENT ABSENT OTHERS PRESENT
VISITORS
Ryan Mayberry Jeralyn Schoch Roy Hambrecht
Floyd Carter
David Schnaars Michael Waldron
Hassana Sessoms
Kevin Steckel William Borst
William Schippers Justin Frable
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Floyd Carter – 209 E. South St. Was recognized to speak. Mr. Carter
stated that his neighbor has a handicap spot and feels that handicap space
is strictly hers. Council indicated that although the “neighbor” thinks its
hers, anyone with a handicap placard may park there.
There has been friction between the Carters and the neighbor over the
handicapped parking spot as Mr. Carter and Mrs. Sessoms (also residing at
209 E. South St., both fall into the handicapped population.
Mr. Carter and Ms. Sessoms have applied to have a handicap sign posted at
their address but they were denied. Manager Hambrecht stated if we start
approving all the handicap requests, then the people that do not fall into
the handicapped population will have fewer parking options. Chief Borst
added that there cannot be more than one (1) handicap space designated per
block.
Chief Borst stated the handicap application form is confusing. Manager
Hambrecht suggested clarifyin
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Mon Feb 9, 2026
Borough Council
Borough Council to discuss 2026 Budget and garbage rate increase
The Borough Council will consider the 2026 Budget and a resolution to increase quarterly garbage rates. The body will also discuss the start of a new rental inspection program and the addition of a fourth highway crew member.
- Resolution R-07-26 to adjust quarterly garbage rates from $90 to $110
- Approval of yearly $5,500 contribution to Slatington Public Library
- Payment to Bracalenta for paving of Willow St. and Cherry St.
- Resolution R-08-26 to adjust the 2026 Fee Schedule
- Discussion and possible approval of the 2026 Budget
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AMENDED
A G E N D A
The Regular Meeting of Council, Monday, February 9, 2026, at 7:00 P.M. to
be held in the Council Room, 125 S. Walnut Street, First Floor, Slatington,
PA 18080 (This meeting is being recorded).
1. CALL TO ORDER
President Mayberry
2. ROLL CALL
3. PRAYER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
Councilor Schnaars
4. NOTIFICATION - All public sessions of the Borough Council are
electronically recorded, and such recordings are maintained as part of
the meeting record until the minutes are transcribed and approved by
the Board, at which time the recordings shall be erased.
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
a. Re-Organization Meeting – January 5, 2026
b. Council Meeting – January 12, 2026
c. Committee Meetings – January 20, 2026
d. Water/Sewer/Highway – January 2 – canceled
6. SPECIAL PRESENTATION:
7. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION - (For Agenda/Non-Agenda Items) please use
Podium (three
minutes per person/five minutes per group) You will have three
(3) minutes to address Council from the podium. The three (3) minutes
applies to your time at the podium. If you exit the podium, you have
yielded the floor and any time you have remaining.
8. PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS, COMMUNICATION: The reports of various
committees, officials and offices are on file.
9. APPROVAL OF ACCOUNTS PAYABLE/TRANSFERS (Roll Call)
a. Primary Listing
10. MAYOR’S/POLICE/FIRE REMARKS Mayor Jeralyn
Schoch
Acting
Police Chief W. Borst
Fire
Chief Austin Berger
Borough Manager Roy
Hambrecht
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BOROUGH OF SLATINGTON
COUNCIL MEETING
MINUTES
2/9 /26
The Regular Meeting of the Slatington Borough Council (Council) was held on February 9 , 2026,
Presiding: Ryan Mayberry: President of Council
Recording Secretary: Roy Hambrecht
The meeting was ca lle d to order by President Mayberry at 7: 00 PM with the following in attendance:
ROLL CALL :
PRESENT ABSEN T OTHERS PRESENT VISITORS
Ryan Mayberry William Borst Justin Frable Giovanni Rom ero, Ron Hausman
David Schnaars Abigal Wieder Robert Herzog, Jr ., Karen Moyer
Andreas Hassold Lisa Youn g Kim Cooper, Erica Woodland
Robert Krebs Jeralyn Schoch Karl Drumm, Pat Rabenold
Kevin Steckel Roy Hambrecht Bryon Ree d , Frank Hoffman
Aaron Schoch Nancy Treskot, Bob Treskot
William Schippers Kim Neff, Thomas Bartholomew
EXECUTIVE SESSION : None
NOTIFICATION :
President Mayberry announced th at all public sessions of Borough Council are electronically recorded , and
such recordings are maintained as part of the meeting record until the minutes are transcribed and approved
by the Council , at which time the recordings shall be erased.
MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING – Councilor Schippers made a motion as amended , dul y seconded
by Councilor S chnaars , to approve the following minutes : with corrections :
a. Re-Organization Meeting – January 5, 2026 : Solicitor Young noted Councilo r Schippers
seconded the nomination for Councilor Mayberry for President; Page 2 - should be
appointment of the Fire Police Captain ; Page 3, #8 should be Vic
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Mon Feb 2, 2026
Borough Council
Council to consider issuing $993,340 note for water meter modernization
The Slatington Borough Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 728, which would allow the borough to issue a guaranteed revenue note of up to $993,340 to fund a water‑meter modernization project. The ordinance also sets the note’s form, interest rate, maturity, debt‑service payment method, filing requirements, and appoints a sinking‑fund depository and authorized signatories. Additional business includes the Zoning Hearing Board accepting letters of interest for a vacant position.
- Ordinance 728: authorize a guaranteed revenue note up to $993,340 for water‑meter modernization
- Specify note terms – form, dates, interest, maturity, debt‑service payment, filing with the Department of Community and Economic Development
- Appointment of a sinking‑fund depository and authorized signatories for the note
- Public hearing on the ordinance at 7:00 PM in the Council Room, 125 S. Walnut Street
- Zoning Hearing Board soliciting letters of interest for a vacant board position
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✓ Decidido: Council adopted Ordinance 728 to issue $993,340 water‑meter loan
The council voted to adopt Ordinance 728, which authorizes a guaranteed revenue note of up to $993,340 to fund the water meter modernization project. The motion was passed following a roll‑call vote. The meeting was then adjourned by a voice‑vote motion.
- Adopted Ordinance 728 authorizing a $993,340 guaranteed revenue note for water meter modernization (passed by roll‑call vote)
- Adjourned the meeting (passed by voice vote)
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SPECIAL MEETING
AMENDED
A G E N D A
Hearing on the proposed Ordinance 728; An ordinance increasing the
indebtedness of the Borough of Slatington, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, by
the issue of the guaranteed revenue note in the maximum principal amount of
$993,340 for purposes of the water meter modernization project; fixing the
form, dates, interest, and maturity thereof; making a convent for he
payment of the debt service on the note; providing for the filing of the
required documentation with the Department of Community and Economic
Development to incur additional debt of the governmental unit; providing
for the appointment of a sinking fund depository for he note; providing for
the authorized signatories and authorizing execution, sale and delivery
thereof.
A public hearing being held by Slatington Borough Council, Monday, February
2, 2026, at 7:00 P.M. to be held in the Council Room, 125 S. Walnut Street,
First Floor, Slatington, PA 18080 (This meeting is being recorded).
CALL TO ORDER
President Ryan Mayberry
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC COMMENT
ADDITIONAL BUSINESS
The Slatington Zoning Hearing Board will be accepting letters of interest
for its vacant position.
MEETING ADJOURNED
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BOROUGH OF SLATINGTON
SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETI NG
MINUTES
2/2/26
The Special Meeting of the Slatington Borough Council (Council) was held on February 2, 2026 ,
Presiding: Ryan Mayberry: President of Council
Recording Secretary: Roy Hambrecht
The meeting was ca lle d to order by President Mayberry at 7: 00 PM with the following in attendance:
ROLL CALL :
PRESENT ABSEN T OTHERS PRESENT VISITORS
Ryan Mayberry Jerayln Schoch
David Schnaars Roy Hambrecht No ne
Andreas Hassold -via phone Lisa Youn g
Robert Krebs -via phone
Kevin Steckel
Aaron Schoch
Wil liam Schippers
President Mayberry started the hearing on the proposed Ordinance 728;
An ordinance increasing the indebtedness of the Borough of Slatington, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, by
the issue of the guaranteed revenue note in the maximum principal amount of $993,340 for purposes of the
water meter modernization project; fixing the form, dates, interest, and maturity thereof; making a covenant
for the payment of the debt service on the note; providing for the filing of the required documentation with
the Department of Community and Economic Development to incur additional debt of the governmental
unit; providing for the appointment of a sinking fund depositor for the note; providing for the authorized
signatories and authorizing execution, sale and delivery thereof.
President Mayberry asked if there was any public comment on this ordinance. There were none.
Attorney Young stated that the Bo rough is scheduled for a March 16 th
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Mon Jan 26, 2026
Water/Sewer/Highway Workshop Committee
Scheduled Water/Sewer/Highway Committee meeting cancelled
The Water/Sewer/Highway Committee meeting that was scheduled for Monday, January 26, 2026, has been cancelled. No agenda items or decisions will be considered at this time.
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The Water/Sewer/Highway Committee meeting scheduled for Monday, January
26, 2026, is cancelled.
Roy Hambrecht
Borough Manager
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Borough of Slatington
125 South Walnut Street * Slatington, PA 18080-2099
Phone 610-767-2131 * Fax 610-767-7155
Tue Jan 20, 2026
Finance Planning/Zoning, Public Safety, and Human/Community Services Committee
Slatington committees to discuss 2026 fees and rental license requirements
The Finance, Planning, Zoning, Public Safety, and Human/Community Services committees will meet to discuss borough staffing and fee schedules. The body will consider a $5,000 donation to the library and potential changes to rental registration and water/sewer tapping fees.
- Proposed $5,000 donation to the Library
- Discussion of 2026 fee schedule and rental license vs registration costs
- Review of water and sewer tapping fees and Ordinances 298, 308, and 537
- Discussion of increasing Highway Department staff to four people
- Request from Moyer-Cooper families for a memorial along the D&L Trail
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✓ Decidido: Committee agreed to meet with Venue22 to discuss partnership details
The Finance, Planning/Zoning, Public Safety and Human/Community Services Committee agreed to sit down with Venue22 to discuss program details and a possible memorandum of understanding. A motion to adjourn with no further business was made, seconded and adopted, ending the meeting at 7:40 PM. No other items were formally approved; several proposals were noted for future council consideration.
- Agreed to meet with Venue22 to discuss partnership and possible MOU
- Motion to end meeting adopted (no further business)
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Borough of Slatington
125 South Walnut Street * Slatington, PA 18080-2099
Phone 610-767-2131 * Fax 610-767-7155
AGENDA
COMMITTEE WORKSHOP MEETING TUESDAY, JANUARY 20 , 2026 , 6:30 PM
FINANCE/PLANNING/ ZONING-PUBLIC SAFETY-HUMAN/COMMUNITY WORKSHOP
COMMITTEE MEETINGS
Municipal Building
125 So. Walnut Street
Slatington, PA 18080
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC COMMENT:
A. FINANCE/PLANNING/ZONING
David Schnaars – Chairman; Members: Kevin Steckel, Bill Shippers
1. Committee Member discussion on listed topics:
a. Discussion of possibly requiring rental licenses vs registration costs (increasing costs).
Manager Hambrecht informed the Council the Borough requires a $10.00 for registration for
rentals. A second request is sent certified at a cost of $10.00 (see attachment) .
b. Discussion of all fees for 2026 (attachment – 2025 Fee Schedule).
c. General conversation about Borough staffing (Hwy, Water, Sewer). Potential for four (4)
staff in the Hwy Dept for safety reasons.
d. Water and Sewer tapping fees. Potential for residents to contract these services with a fee
paid to Borough. Attached for discussion are Ordinances 298, 308, and 537.
e. Motion to approve Library donation $5,000.00
f. Discussion of partnering with Venue22 for community programming via grants.
g. Visioning
B. PUBLIC SAFETY
William Shippers -Chairman; Members: Kevin Steckel , David Schnaars
1. Committee Member discussion on listed topics:
a. V isioning - Police
b. Visioning - Fire
C. HUMAN/COMMUNITY SERVICES
Ke
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BOROUGH OF SLATINGTON
The Finance Planning/Zoning, Public Safety and Human/Community Services
Committee Workshop Meetings were held on January 20, 2026, in Council Room,
125 South Walnut Street, Slatington, PA 18080.
The meeting was called to order by President Mayberry at 6:30 PM with the
following in attendance:
PRESENT ABSENT OTHERS PRESENT
VISITORS
Ryan Mayberry Roy Hambrecht
Kimberly Cooper, Karen Moyer
David Schnaars Jeralyn Schoch
Eric Woodfand, Ron Hausman
Kevin Steckel William Borst
Alexa Vaceland, Steffany Martinez
William Schippers Justin Frable
PUBLIC COMMENT: None
A. FINANCE/PLANNING/ZONING
David Schnaars– Chairman; Members: Kevin Steckel, William Shippers
1. Committee Member discussion on listed topics:
a. The Committee discussed the possibility requiring rental licenses
vs registration costs (increasing costs). Manager Hambrecht
informed the Council the Borough requires a $10.00 for registration
for rentals. A second request is sent certified at a cost of
$10.00 (see attachment). Manager Hambrecht provided a fee schedule
from another borough for consideration. The fee would be according
to property identification number, not specifically units, ex., 1-3
units - $50.00; 4-8 units $125.00, extra. The cost of the
inspection will be determined. Councilor Schnaars would like this
placed on the next Council agenda.
b. The Committee discussed all fees for 2026 (attachment – 2025 Fee
Schedule). The Committee discussed the garbage fee. Currently,
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Mon Jan 12, 2026
Borough Council
Council to approve settlement consent order for wastewater treatment plant
The Slatington Borough Council will consider several resolutions, including appointing a new auditor, establishing police pension fund payments, and approving a consent order that settles litigation over the NPDES permit for the borough's wastewater treatment plant. They will also vote on a $61,042 payment for paving Maple Spring Road and discuss revising off‑street parking and loading regulations. Additional items include appointing a delinquent tax collector and reimbursement for drinking‑water improvements.
- Resolution R-02-26 – appoint Campbell, Rappold & Yurasits as FY 2026 auditor
- Resolution R-03-26 – establish payments into the police pension fund by members for 2026
- Resolution R-06-26 – approve consent order settling litigation on the NPDES permit for the wastewater treatment plant
- Approval of payment for Maple Spring Road paving ($61,042.00)
- Discussion/approval of Ordinance 727 – revision of off‑street parking and loading rules
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✓ Decidido: Council adopts new off‑street parking ordinance and approves multiple finance resolutions
The council approved Ordinance 727, repealing and replacing Article V of the zoning ordinance, by roll call. It also adopted several finance resolutions appointing an auditor, establishing police pension payments, selecting a delinquent‑tax collector, and authorizing reimbursements for water‑system improvements. Additional actions included approving payments for Hill Street CDBG work and Maple Spring Road paving, and confirming a three‑year term for Joyce Thompson on the public library board.
- Approved Ordinance 727 (off‑street parking and loading) – passed (roll call)
- Adopted Resolution R‑02‑26 appointing Campbell, Rappold & Yurasits as FY 2025 auditor – passed (roll call)
- Adopted Resolution R‑03‑26 establishing police pension fund payments for 2026 – passed (roll call)
- Adopted Resolution R‑04‑26 appointing Elite Revenue Solutions as delinquent tax collector – passed (roll call)
- Adopted Resolution R‑05‑26 intent to reimburse water‑system improvement costs – passed (roll call)
- Approved payment of $59,046.75 for Hill Street CDBG project – passed (roll call)
- Approved payment of $61,042.00 for Maple Spring Road paving – passed (roll call)
- Approved Joyce Thompson to a three‑year term on the Slatington Public Library Board – passed (voice vote)
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AMENDED
A G E N D A
The Regular Meeting of Council, Monday, January 12, 2026, at 7:00 P.M. to
be held in the Council Room, 125 S. Walnut Street, First Floor, Slatington,
PA 18080 (This meeting is being recorded).
1. CALL TO ORDER
President Mayberry
2. ROLL CALL
3. PRAYER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
Councilor Schnaars
4. NOTIFICATION - All public sessions of the Borough Council are
electronically recorded, and such recordings are maintained as part of
the meeting record until the minutes are transcribed and approved by
the Board, at which time the recordings shall be erased.
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
a. Council Meeting – December 8, 2025
b. Committee Meetings – December 15, 2025 - canceled
c. Water/Sewer/Highway – December 22, 2025 – canceled
d. Special Meeting – December 22, 2025
6. SPECIAL PRESENTATION:
Giovanni Romero – Venue22
Norman Handwerk – Land adjacent to the Water Plant.
7. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION - (For Agenda/Non-Agenda Items) please use
Podium (three
minutes per person/five minutes per group) You will have three
(3) minutes to address Council from the podium. The three (3) minutes
applies to your time at the podium. If you exit the podium, you have
yielded the floor and any time you have remaining.
8. PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS, COMMUNICATION: The reports of various
committees, officials and offices are on file.
9. APPROVAL OF ACCOUNTS PAYABLE/TRANSFERS (Roll Call)
a. Primary Listing
10. MAYOR’S/POLICE/FIRE REMARKS Mayor Jeralyn
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BOROUGH OF SLATINGTON
COUNCIL MEETING
MINUTES
1 /12/26
The Regular Meeting of the Slatington Borough Council (Council) was held on January 12, 2026,
Presiding: Ryan Mayberry: President of Council
Recording Secretary: Roy Hambrecht
The meeting was ca lle d to order by President Mayberry at 7: 00 PM with the following in attendance:
ROLL CALL :
PRESENT ABSEN T OTHERS PRESENT VISITORS
Ryan Mayberry William Borst Giovanni Rom ero, Ron Hausman
David Schnaars Abigal Wieder Robert Reph, Robert Herzog, Jr
Andreas Hassold Lisa Youn g Steffany Martinez, Susan Smith
Robert Krebs Jeralyn Schoch Kris Burek, Norman Han dwerk , Jr
Kevin Steckel Roy Hambrecht Bryon Reed
Aa ron Schoch Justin Frable
William Schippers
EXECUTIVE SESSION : None
NOTIFICATION :
President Mayberry announced that all public sessions of Borough Council are electronically recorded , and
such recordings are maintained as part of the meeting record until the minutes are transcribed an d approved
by the Council , at which time the recordings shall be erased.
MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING – Councilor Schippers made a motion as amended , dul y seconded
by Councilor S chnaars , to approve the following minutes : with corrections :
a. Council Meeting – December 8 , 2025 ;
b. Committee Meeting – December 15 , 2025 Canceled ;
c. Committee Meeting – December 22 , 2025 Canceled ; and
d. Special Meeting – December 22, 2025 .
President Mayberry declared the motion passed following a Voice Vote, All in Favor .
SPECIAL PRESENTATION:
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Mon Jan 5, 2026
Borough Council
Council reorganizes leadership, appoints officials, and approves holidays
The Slatington Borough Council will hold a re‑organization meeting to elect its President, Vice President and President Pro Tem. Council members will consider motions to appoint a range of borough officials, including the solicitor, manager, engineer, fire chief and others. The council will also vote on approving its bank deposit accounts, a list of municipal holidays, and a revised 2026 meeting schedule.
- Election of Council President, Vice President, and President Pro Tem
- Motions to appoint borough officials such as Solicitor, Manager/Secretary/Treasurer, Engineer, Fire Chief, Health Inspector, Zoning Officer, Emergency Management Director, Police Chief, etc.
- Approval of borough deposit accounts with Key Bank, Wells Fargo Advisors, Truist, and Principal
- Approval of municipal holidays for 2026: Martin Luther King Day, President’s Day, Juneteenth, Veterans Day
- Approval and advertisement of revised 2026 meeting schedule
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REVISED
COUNCIL MEETING
A G E N D A
JANUARY 5 , 20 2 6
The Re-Organization Meeting of Sl atington Borough Council, Tuesday, January 5 , 20 2 6 , at
7:00 P.M. to be held in the Council Chambers, 125 S. Walnut Street, First Floor, Slatington, PA
18080.
1. CALL TO ORDER Jeralyn Schoch , Mayor
2. ROLL CALL Roy Hambrecht , Manager
3 . PRAYER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG Ryan Mayberry
4. ELECTION OF COUNCIL OFF ICERS Jeralyn Schoch , Mayor
President - Mayor calls for nominations ; C ouncil polled until President selected (no second is
needed) .
Vice President - Mayor calls for nominations ; C ouncil polled until Vice President selected (no
second is needed) .
President Pro Tem – Mayor calls for nominations; C ouncil polled until President Pro Tem
selected (no second is needed) .
MAYOR TURNS MEETING CHAIR OVER TO NEWLY ELECTED COUNCIL PRESIDENT
5. VISITORS - (For Agenda/Non-Age nda Items) please use Podium (three minutes per
person/five minutes per group)
You will have three minutes to address Council from the podium. If you reach the three-
minute limit, you will be given thirty seconds to conclude your remarks. The three minutes
applies to your time at the podium. If you exit the podium, you have yielded the floor and
any time you have remaining.
6. APPOINTMENTS - ( present holders are listed)
a. Motion to appoint Borough Solicitor – (currently Lisa Young )
b. Motion to appoint Borough Manager /Secretary/Treasurer , (currently Roy Hambrecht )
c. Motion to appoint B
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