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Coraopolis public works reports heavy winter response, sign replacements and equipment concerns
Summary
Public Works Foreman Larry Tollis told council the crew logged 26 snow/ice callouts in January–February, removed 68 loads of snow from two avenues, replaced multiple reflective signs and began cold patching; the department is exploring options for a backhoe replacement.
Public Works Foreman Larry Tollis reported to council that January and February required 26 callouts for snow and ice removal and that crews removed 68 loads of snow from 5th and 4th Avenues to restore parking.
Tollis outlined additional maintenance: assisting the CWSA with a leak on Wood Street and Hiland Avenue; replacing reflective road signs at intersections including Edgewood and Vine and State Avenue and School Street; replacing a stolen stop sign at Vance and Maple; beginning cold patching on State Avenue, Grace Street and Howard Street; and deploying the street sweeper ahead of the May 1 street-sweeping season.
Council members questioned operations and equipment. Council member Gary Flasco asked about the cost to have parking lines painted; Tollis said the borough paid approximately $2,400 to have the lines painted and noted staff discussed the possibility of purchasing a line painter to share with the police. Tollis also said the borough’s backhoe is at the end of its useful life and staff are seeking trade-in or a decent used replacement; Mr. McCutcheon said locating an acceptable used machine may take time.
Why it matters: The report highlights immediate maintenance activity and an equipment funding decision the borough will need to plan for in the coming budget or capital cycle. Council praised the Public Works crew for their storm response and asked staff to pursue procurement options for the backhoe and potential equipment-sharing arrangements.
