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What speakers said: Kathy Bear, 421 North Bedford Street, described repeated fireworks beginning before and continuing after July 4, continuing late into the night (as late as 3 a.m. on some nights), and said the noise was harming elderly neighbors, children and animals. She said she contacted the police and was told enforcement resources were limited. She urged the borough to address the problem and expressed safety concerns about pyrotechnics fired near houses.

Eric Smith (121 Southeast Street) told council he supports traffic-calming changes and bicycle parking standards and linked engine revving/drag-racing noise to two-lane, one-way streets; he welcomed the Wagner's Gap path and bicycle-parking rules. He also urged attention to the “coal rolling” practice (trucks deliberately producing heavy black smoke), which he and another commenter said can be a public-health issue; the mayor noted that some municipalities have adopted ordinances specifically banning the practice.

Jeff Adams (137 F Street) raised concerns about flooded basement apartments during a recent storm and asked whether such dwellings are legal and what steps the borough is taking to prevent unsafe units and to hold landlords accountable.

Council response and staff notes: Mayor Schultz and councilors acknowledged the fireworks complaints and said state statute and borough ordinance constrain fireworks use (for example, fireworks are not permitted within a set distance of habitable structures per state law) but that enforcement is challenging. Council members discussed public-education campaigns and modest enforcement approaches, while acknowledging limited police resources. The mayor requested staff to take another look at enforcement procedures and community outreach. On coal rolling, the mayor noted other municipalities have enacted ordinances to prohibit the practice and indicated the borough could research options.

Storm response and trees: Several councilors and the borough manager publicly thanked public-works, emergency services and mutual aid (North Middleton Township) for a quick response to storm-related tree damage; councilors described crews removing downed trees and restoring streets, and residents thanked crews for quick action.

Next steps: Council asked staff to review fireworks enforcement approaches and consider community education; the borough manager and staff will research potential ordinances and enforcement options for practices such as coal rolling. Council also recognized and thanked first responders and public-works staff for storm response and removal of fallen trees.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","July Borough Council Meeting","oneSentenceSummary","Multiple residents raised concerns about fireworks, late-night engine revving, \"coal rolling,\" and storm-related safety at the July 10 council meeting. Councilors and staff acknowledged the concerns and said they would review enforcement and public-education approaches.","taxTitle","Carlisle, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania","taxId",57379,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6510544,"Council enacts zoning changes to allow artisan/manufacturing uses and require bicycle parking",2681,490000,3171000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5374399-aa4464f745b93a5b5a9883e0b4336fb3&start=490&end=3171","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5374399-aa4464f745b93a5b5a9883e0b4336fb3/thumbnail_490000.jpg","/articles/6510544/Carlisle/Cumberland-County/Pennsylvania/Council-enacts-zoning-changes-to-allow-artisanmanufacturing-uses-and-require-bicycle-parking","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6510544-b1e95da4bcdf54d6362177ebaefe2c64/orig.mp4?Expires=1775391990&Signature=Mt2PkBJWFpRj7jeC3Chr10daOPFFBPNk4l7k8IUAhogsWcm2BlcrhL8n97VA2pMs7dBvVIbxdMf1731zNzSmCZiMbRz63WdAiNOdyHfNaW0nsJUmzOGo~tTRgismbwWJUzj7MdJuUnuLI-lzL5Qme1VSMY2wVI47fsJAvB9p2mA6377TMbzr-lGeGdMVFmeW5LzCVNG9wCN5~sz0OmWnfckrIal2qSUJ~xjKIP9D9GwfCxFqfBjwyt9h~RRlRudgCB-8ZOi4UPJXKyZzGXt-dvO5R-lbt-JRyyFu7Ig5TTn92zXeRfb7xA9ajMpTCjKsVB0fynoB1mNlQ5I0pA1rIw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Borough of Carlisle enacted zoning text amendments on July 10 that change definitions and land-use permissions in the zoning code, add minimum bicycle parking requirements and update language for massage therapy uses to comply with state certification rules.

Why it matters: The amendments formally allow artisan and industry uses (up to 10,000 square feet of manufacturing space) in commercial, industrial and urban mixed-use districts. The bicycle-parking requirement applies to parking lots with more than 10 spaces and establishes a minimum number of bicycle parking spaces. The changes are intended to broaden permitted uses in commercial/industrial areas and to support bicycle access and security.

What passed: Planning staff (Jared Willston) explained the package includes: allowing up to 10,000 square feet of manufacturing as an artisan/industry use in commercial, industrial and urban mixed-use districts; establishing a minimum bicycle parking standard for parking lots with more than 10 spaces; and cleaning up massage therapy/parlor text to align with state certification requirements. The amendments were subject to a public hearing earlier in the meeting; no public comments on the zoning amendment were recorded at the hearing. Council then enacted the ordinance by roll call.

Implementation and context: The amendments change the list of permitted uses in specified districts and add a clear bicycle-parking standard to be applied when property owners modify parking or when new developments are reviewed. Staff will codify the changes and post updated ordinance text; enforcement and application will occur through the borough's planning and building permit processes.","Following a public hearing, council passed zoning text amendments to add definitions, allow artisan/industry uses up to 10,000 square feet in specified districts, require minimum bicycle parking for lots with over 10 spaces, and update massage therapy language for state compliance.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6510549,"Council adopts 2025 CDBG budget; staff highlights Littore Park lighting and co-responder funding",3069,43000,3112000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5374399-aa4464f745b93a5b5a9883e0b4336fb3&start=43&end=3112","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5374399-aa4464f745b93a5b5a9883e0b4336fb3/thumbnail_43000.jpg","/articles/6510549/Carlisle/Cumberland-County/Pennsylvania/Council-adopts-2025-CDBG-budget-staff-highlights-Littore-Park-lighting-and-co-responder-funding","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6510549-9b47a9c09fa966b45fa5d13c7e95db74/orig.mp4?Expires=1775391990&Signature=hNBpXmNZvnxMYtwQ1a3k-nGeTnF36ZnosS938lsEPjUWAVRazEN-KBSni0BE2K66BxBo44ORsq2odVaGzU4tWFhQM3bMz6lPh~JM5XIArP5WcQ3mFSas5VGrTNN-PojxISF24SJ1mwq6soqtHbLKPbe5SthozqILssW-Aoj82C8xH5RnCluPxyP4ROOcUKMMUhdzKfr6JBN9px5Am4bPzv1GCFCJWlYSckqioB00f~6PmG327qqdAgXKFa2JQtRnqFsCBIoir3gFTXeIay7gMzB7vQX1MwPbgfr38PQ2O6UtleeHCvNG4b6B1q-8uxPJ460OHROXbabdJphJo~wtQQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Borough of Carlisle held a public hearing and then adopted its program year 2025 Community Development Block Grant budget (for fiscal year 07/01/2025 through 06/30/2026) at the July 10 council meeting.

Why it matters: CDBG funds are federal resources that support housing, community development and public services that meet federal eligibility criteria. Council adoption allows staff to finalize allocations and begin program-year activities, including contracting and eligible reimbursements.

What staff presented: Borough staff (Richard) provided an overview, describing the 2025 allocations as “pretty similar to prior years.” He identified two primary changes: funding for lighting at Littore Park and adding elements of the borough's co-responder program to receive partial CDBG support. Staff also noted that Coke Station Community Services is included again among funded programs. The staff estimate was that the total budget is $670 less than the prior year; allocations were received later than usual this year and the borough sought an extension to submit the application.

Public comment and council discussion: During the hearing councilors asked about timing of the HUD allocation and the variability of allocations year to year. Councilors and staff discussed the borough's history of reprogramming funds during a program year when needs arise and drawing on program income (e.g., loan repayments). Council emphasized CDBG's eligibility constraints and the need to ensure projects meet federal criteria.

Outcome: After the public hearing and brief discussion, council approved the proposed CDBG budget as presented. Staff will implement the program and may reprogram funds later in the year as needs arise and as program income becomes available.","Following a public hearing, the Borough of Carlisle council adopted the program year 2025 Community Development Block Grant budget, with largely similar funding to the prior year and two primary changes: lighting for Littore Park and partial CDBG support for the borough's co-responder program.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6510554,"Carlisle approves design contract and applies for $3 million to build Wagner's Gap shared-use path",136,2783000,2919000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5374399-aa4464f745b93a5b5a9883e0b4336fb3&start=2783&end=2919","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5374399-aa4464f745b93a5b5a9883e0b4336fb3/thumbnail_2783000.jpg","/articles/6510554/Carlisle/Cumberland-County/Pennsylvania/Carlisle-approves-design-contract-and-applies-for-3-million-to-build-Wagners-Gap-shared-use-path","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6510554-02c0370fb2ea5dd7fcb6dbdb9ac5fce5/orig.mp4?Expires=1775391990&Signature=EsyVes6iHretjF9WCN7KQRNb8oVBruIgqtUwVQWL3BI0PrM2ETPFrItMrWTHUYqcicvO2DKyVJVzxJx6bJBDV50QhL~oWOXSnwtOwgZwS9~~0mYbfJ0xlYoFn~wK3-Igr~m9fwM9OD828q1jEi~FXnEIHita0wZQdCwrjPXZs1UI239cbJl-u3Aeitl6mEjudbftSRniu0PS5tZESiLDOwpYsUWr6XaR2izsFh3ISjcIv7P1obINa1p4f1Ab37HauIKPRGxgH8L~dkF3GUmWmdchdPSr1vzspCqgpv0Il77GoQQlylfIUpNAkhdVfi6kKWao5vy4ScncH5ShFlKGSw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Borough of Carlisle voted on July 10 to hire Dawood Engineering Inc. for design services and to pursue a multimodal construction grant for the Wagner's Gap Road shared-use path.

Why it matters: Wagner's Gap Road (PA 74) was identified by council and staff as having safety issues for pedestrians and cyclists; approving design and seeking construction funding advances a project intended to add a mixed-use path and other safety enhancements along a corridor used by the school campus and local traffic.

What council approved and why: Council approved issuing a notice of intent to award and negotiating a contract with Dawood Engineering for design work. Councilors clarified that the design contract (item 5 on the agenda) is funded from the borough's budget (including a previously awarded federal grant requirement to have design completed), whereas the separate multimodal grant application (item 4) would fund construction costs if awarded. Staff said the RFQ for design received 13 submissions and that professional services procurement differs from public works bidding.

Grant details and next steps: The resolution authorizes staff to apply to the Commonwealth Financing Authority for up to $3,000,000 toward construction. If awarded, the borough would use the design prepared under Dawood's contract to procure construction services; staff was directed to negotiate contract terms acceptable to the borough manager and solicitor and then issue a notice to proceed after signatures.

Council and public comments: Councilors asked for clarification on sequencing (design before construction funding) and procurement. Staff and council explained that design budgets were already in place and that the grant would fund construction if successful. One councilor noted prior experience with a design firm on a separate project (East and Bedford) and urged clarity to avoid redesign after extensive design work.

Implementation: Staff will negotiate the Dawood Engineering contract, issue a notice of award and proceed with design deliverables. The borough will submit the multimodal grant application on the schedule required by the Commonwealth Financing Authority.","Council approved selection of Dawood Engineering for design services and authorized a grant application to the Commonwealth Financing Authority for up to $3 million to construct a shared-use path and safety improvements on Wagner's Gap Road (PA 74).",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":104,"_47":116,"_49":117,"_51":118,"_53":119,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":120,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":121,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6510559,"Council approves grant applications, contracts, zoning and multiple routine measures",2919,0,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5374399-aa4464f745b93a5b5a9883e0b4336fb3&start=0&end=2919","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5374399-aa4464f745b93a5b5a9883e0b4336fb3/thumbnail_0.jpg","/articles/6510559/Carlisle/Cumberland-County/Pennsylvania/Council-approves-grant-applications-contracts-zoning-and-multiple-routine-measures","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6510559-7f29643e0f0d7813030d346f8167c3b5/orig.mp4?Expires=1775391990&Signature=GnKwUOhpnezBB3rHEzrf3axAzVFFDrWmy34bM-kcQH6pswTGvBVcawQD2OGwXQzTk5Sa5AFvGItU3OwtFJJOkXV0MYHiQk049kLvc4B-1Jofv3JRSM7fmq5ygNMAye~fKbT5CQpOKpk8h-IjgP6EVSXKEFypvXY9dDSIV0iEFM6lpFVdz2vptKhF4fmyRqwk8qBE-f6SljECxqkSrBxpI02hxSRO2EFs2XtZx1sFiEd8BTVx6EORbLJjmqyBsTLeR2c6l8MS86yEOMdD6d22Qo8RTC4OkuGEisrc8vldakbIWs08ey0de0YpBUpGjz8cZ5edrwFY5dUtLeWRwrE78Q__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Borough of Carlisle Council on July 10 adopted a series of routine and substantive measures, including the borough's 2025 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) budget, a multimodal grant application for Wagner's Gap Road, selection of a consultant for the Wagner's Gap shared-use path design, zoning text amendments to add artisan and industry uses and minimum bicycle-parking requirements, and several subdivision and procurement actions.

Why it matters: The package of actions advances near-term infrastructure and planning work (design and procurement for the Wagner's Gap pedestrian/bike improvements), clarifies zoning to allow artisan-manufacturing uses in certain districts, funds community services through CDBG and disposes of surplus borough equipment as authorized by council.

Key council actions and outcomes (sorted roughly by agenda grouping):
• CDBG program year 2025 budget — Approved. Council heard a public hearing and then approved the proposed program year 2025 CDBG budget as presented. Staff said allocations are “pretty similar to prior years” with two noted changes: lighting for Littore Park, and partial CDBG support for elements of the borough's co-responder program. Staff estimated the total budget is $670 less than the prior year. (Action: approval; see provenance.)

• Letter opposing SB 780 — Approved. Council voted to send a letter to Representative Gleim and Governor Shapiro urging opposition to Senate Bill 780 (described in council comment as legislation addressing homeless encampments, private right-of-action within 1,600 feet, and waiving municipal immunity in some circumstances). (Action: approval; notes: council described the bill as treating unhoused people as nuisances.)

• Letter supporting increase to Local Services Tax cap — Approved. Council approved sending a letter requesting support for increasing the Local Services Tax cap to $156 and joining a bipartisan cosponsorship memo. Staff outlined background on the LST, its original $52 cap (2004), and the $12,000 exemption level. (Action: approval.)

• Resolution: return of asset to service and sale/disposition of equipment — Approved. Council adopted a resolution to return one asset to service and authorize sale/disposition of listed vehicles and equipment (exhibit A) by auction. (Action: approval.)

• Ordinance amend Chapter 212 (solid waste & recyclables) — Approved. Council enacted an ordinance amending Chapter 212 to add definitions for “community activities” and “third-party collector” and to delete references to licensed haulers. (Action: enacted; roll call recorded.)

• Contract: Gregory W. Myers Masonry LLC — Approved. Council approved a contract, not to exceed $25,000, for masonry repairs to the stone wall at the Old Graveyard (Mully Pitcher Cemetery). (Action: approval.)

• Purchase: replacement spur gear drives for wastewater clarifiers — Approved. Council authorized purchase and installation of two replacement spur gear drives for secondary clarifiers at the wastewater treatment plant from Blooming Glen Contractors Inc., $148,000, procured through the Commonwealth cooperative purchasing program (CoStars #016-E23-281). (Action: approval.)

• Grant application: Commonwealth multimodal grant (Wagner's Gap) — Approved. Council authorized staff to apply to the Commonwealth Financing Authority for up to $3,000,000 in multimodal grant funds for construction of a shared-use path and safety improvements along Wagner's Gap Road (PA 74). (Action: approval.)

• Consultant selection: Dawood Engineering Inc. (Wagner's Gap design) — Approved. Council approved selection of Dawood Engineering Inc. to provide design services for the Wagner's Gap shared-use path project, directed staff to issue a notice of intent to award, and authorized execution of a negotiated contract acceptable to the borough manager and solicitor. Councilors clarified that item 5 (design contract) funds were already budgeted and that item 4 (grant application) would fund construction, not design. (Action: approval.)

• Ordinance: zoning chapter amendments (artisan/industry use, bicycle parking, massage therapy cleanup) — Approved. Following a public hearing earlier in the evening, council enacted zoning text amendments to allow artisan and industry uses (up to 10,000 square feet of manufacturing space) in commercial, industrial and urban mixed-use zoning districts, to establish minimum bicycle parking requirements for lots with more than 10 spaces, and to update massage therapy/parlor language to comply with state certification. (Action: enacted; roll call recorded.)

• Property maintenance ordinance (demolition procedures, urban mixed-use district) — Re-advertised/Delayed. Council withdrew the immediate ordinance vote and instead voted to advertise consideration of an amendment to Chapter 183 (property maintenance) governing demolition procedures; the advertised hearing will be considered at the October 9, 2025 council meeting at the applicant's request to allow time for environmental due diligence by the site's owner. (Action: delay for October 9, 2025 consideration.)

• Subdivisions/land development approvals — Approved. Council approved multiple subdivision and land development items, including Hidden Meadows Phase 2 (H Street and Northwest Street), Lot 9 Carlisle Auto Industries subdivision (former IAC site) final plan, and a minor subdivision for 101 and 120 G Street. Council also denied a requested waiver from Chapter 197 (sewers) referenced in the agenda and approved the minor subdivision for 808 Walnut Lane, subject to applicant acceptance and resolution of listed conditions. (Action: approvals/denial as stated.)

Procedural notes: Several items were approved by voice vote or roll call; where the meeting recorded a roll call it was noted in the agenda minutes. Individual vote tallies were not consistently reported in the public transcript. For legislative or regulatory references, council referenced state statute and borough code chapters as they appeared on the agenda.

Next steps: Staff will proceed with contract negotiation and notice-of-award steps for the Dawood Engineering contract, file the multimodal grant application, implement the CDBG program as adopted, and move forward with the listed subdivisions and procurements; the property-maintenance ordinance will be re-advertised for an October hearing per council direction.","At its July 10, 2025 meeting, the Borough of Carlisle Council approved the fiscal year 2025 CDBG program budget, multiple contracts and design selections, zoning amendments, subdivision approvals and sent letters to state lawmakers on two bills.","actionData","errors"]

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Residents urge stricter fireworks and noise enforcement; council discusses education and enforcement options

Council enacts zoning changes to allow artisan/manufacturing uses and require bicycle parking

Council adopts 2025 CDBG budget; staff highlights Littore Park lighting and co-responder funding

Carlisle approves design contract and applies for $3 million to build Wagner's Gap shared-use path

Council approves grant applications, contracts, zoning and multiple routine measures