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Council flags multiple properties for code action; orders measurements for 8 Howard St
Summary
Council members raised structural and nuisance concerns at several properties — a failing retaining wall at 152 Keener, dumping near the JC building, a nonrepairable shed at 639 Broadway, and possible incorrect setbacks at 8 Howard St — and instructed staff to take measurements and follow up.
Public-safety and code-enforcement issues dominated part of the work session, with multiple council members and staff identifying properties that need follow-up. "Mr. Holloway noted 152 Keener on the Franklin St side has a retaining wall that is going to fail with more rainfall," a concern that the borough said it will investigate. Council also discussed ongoing dumping at the JC building by the community center, a resident seeking a demolition permit for the 639 Broadway shed, and two trailers added at 254 W Broadway that prompted staff to investigate inspection and occupancy rules.
On the matter of 8 Howard St, President Musso "requested the measurements be taken by next week" so council can determine whether a permit was signed in error and whether setbacks were applied correctly; Borough Manager Michelle Poole objected to an implication she had knowingly allowed incorrect setbacks. Council members asked staff to review ordinance language and property lines, and to present findings at the next council meeting.
