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Manager flags DEP-mandated equalizing tank, grant applications and school vehicle purchase; council approves two routine motions
Summary
Manager McCutcheon said the CWSA must build a DEP-mandated equalizing tank near the Montour Trail under the Long Term Control Plan, likely financed with Pennvest loans that could raise sewer rates; he also said the borough will pursue CDBG grant applications and may buy a used vehicle for the Cornell School resource officer. Council approved two routine motions by unanimous voice vote.
Manager McCutcheon told the council the borough received a letter from Lennon Smith regarding the Long Term Control Plan and a DEP requirement that the CWSA build an equalizing tank by the Montour Trail. McCutcheon said the Authority will do the work but the borough must approve the project; he warned it will be expensive and that the Authority will likely seek Pennvest loans, which could increase sewer rates.
McCutcheon also reported the borough will pursue Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding opportunities for demolitions (the borough has used such grants in the past for roughly 10 demolitions over several years) and said he will place two resolutions on the next agenda related to grants. Separately, he said the borough met with Jefferson Hills last year and purchased a used vehicle; another suitable used vehicle may be available for purchase, and Cornell School has agreed to contribute toward the cost while the borough would assume insurance and fuel expenses.
Votes at a glance: Council approved, by unanimous voice vote, a handicapped parking space for Kathleen Benson at 1223 Hiland Avenue (motion by Kim Haskins; second Michael Harris) and granted Riverfront Park use for a community Easter egg hunt on March 29 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (motion by Chuck Spencer; second Kim Haskins). Chuck Spencer moved to adjourn at the meeting’s close; Kim Haskins seconded and adjournment passed unanimously.
Why it matters: The DEP-mandated sewer infrastructure work could carry long-term cost implications for residents through sewer-rate adjustments and will require council review as approvals and financing options are considered. The grant-seeking and vehicle-purchase items are operational updates with possible budgetary effects.
