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Red Lion officials raise safety and cleanup concerns ahead of summer events
Summary
At the June 2 work session, public-safety lead Mark Holloway flagged faded traffic markings, visibility concerns at an E. High St. intersection, recurring property maintenance violations and trash problems; council discussed enforcement consistency and preparations for summer parades and the street fair.
Mark Holloway, the borough’s public-safety report author, told council on June 2 that traffic markings in the square are “almost invisible” and said drivers are missing lane-direction signs. He recommended consideration of a “no turn on red” restriction at the E. High Street intersection coming from Windsor, citing limited sight lines.
Holloway also raised neighborhood-maintenance concerns, praising the recent codes report while warning that persistent trash and property disrepair reflect poorly on the borough. “Poor people can still pick up trash,” he said, urging consistent enforcement rather than selectively ticketing individual vehicles on a street. Holloway and Dennis Klinedinst said they had discussed recurring cases with the magistrate’s office and that those cases were in process.
Council members discussed weeds and tall grass along parade routes and advised getting them cut before summer events. Ian Montgomery offered to help with weed control; Holloway shared a homemade weed-control recipe (vinegar, dish soap, water and salt) for localized use.
Amy Lau, reporting for Parks & Recreation, said the borough’s new trash totes should ease pickup compliance and that officials expect to see benefits after about one year as residents adjust to the new service. Council also flagged derelict properties (including a small building near the community building, Keener Kitchen and a rear opening at 336 N. Main St.) that require follow-up from codes staff.
Dennis Klinedinst said only two council members have completed NIMS emergency-management training, limiting eligibility for some grants; he urged other members to complete the training so the borough can pursue additional funding.
The council did not record any formal motion or vote on these items during the work session; staff and code enforcement were directed to continue follow-up and pursue ongoing magistrate referrals.
