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Council updates: sidewalks, recycling pricing, deferred comp, open container draft and part-time officer
Summary
At its Feb. 25 meeting, the borough council reviewed a West Grove Street sidewalk revision, a lower-than-expected recycling fee, a routine deferred-compensation ordinance, an open container draft with event exceptions, and a recommended part-time police hire; most items will return for final action or confirmation.
Council reviewed a series of administrative items at the Feb. 25 meeting that did not result in final policy votes.
Sidewalks: Members discussed an updated West Grove Street sidewalk plan that added north and south sides at a bridge; staff asked for council review before forwarding the plan for signatures.
Recycling: Staff reported a large reduction in anticipated recycling costs. Earlier estimates had forecast a $75-per-ton charge that would have produced a >$13,000 cost; updated quotes for a triaxial load (about 20 tons) put the likely bill at roughly $110 for that load and an estimated borough cost near $1,000; staff will confirm contract requirements.
Deferred compensation: Council reviewed an annual deferred-compensation ordinance (labeled 2026-02457) for council signature; members treated it as routine and did not raise objections.
Open container ordinance: Staff presented a draft open container ordinance for public places that includes exceptions and a special-events permit process (section 5) so permitted events could serve alcohol under conditions; council viewed the draft as a framework to clarify event permitting.
Part-time officer: Council said interview panels recommended hiring a part-time police officer and the chief supported the candidate; council noted the candidate speaks Spanish, which members cited as a community benefit.
What happens next: staff will confirm contract/pricing details for recycling, finalize the deferred-comp ordinance for signature, continue review of the open container draft, and proceed with the recommended part-time hire.
