Riverside Borough

 2018                                      
  December 3 – Borough Council Meeting     
  December 3 - Hanukkah begins
  December 7 - Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
December 10 - Community Singers Program at
                          St   Peter’s UMC, 7 PM 
December 17 – Borough Council Meeting at 7 p    
Dec 20 - Danville Community Band Program - Trinity Methodist at 7:00 pm                 
  December 21 – First Day of Winter 
December 24, 2018– January 2, 2019 - Christmas Break - Schools CloSED
 December 25 - Merry Christmas!      Borough Offices Closed               
  December 26 – First day of Kwanzaa  
  December 31 – New Year’s Eve     
 
 TAX HOURS – Tax office is not open in December
By Appointment only!     Phone 570 764-1393 to meet with Rebecca Steckley

The Riverside Borough Council met on Monday, November 5, 2018 in the Municipal Building, 415 Dewart Street, Riverside, PA.  The meeting convened at 7 PM by President Carolyn M. Bausch.  In attendance tonight in addition to President Bausch, were Vice President Peter T Fleming, Council members Barb Kriner, Beth Rake, John Domanski, Kevin Romansik, Michael Leibel, Mayor Joseph Oberdorf, Solicitor Joseph Michetti Jr and Secretary Deborah Bausch.
 
In the audience this evening were Janet Hummer, Dean McCahan, Anthony Knight, Matt Sudol and Karen Blackledge.
 
Janet Hummer, Villager Realty, addressed council first to discuss the property of Donald Cook on Avenue F.  She is asking for council to hold off on any further legal actions; there is a pending sale.  The sale will be going through once the title of the property is settled.  She anticipates that to take place in about 4 weeks’ time.  She was asked to return to the December 3rd meeting to update council on the status.
 
Matt Sudol, Sudol Paving, then stated the Mainzer Hill Road Project has been completed; no further extensions are needed.  Discussion followed on the project and what it has entailed and what other improvements should be considered by council. Matt stressed that residents were making unnecessary trips on the roadway which has caused some ruts.  Additional improvements shoulld included berms and drainage run off.  Matt Sudol stated it would be $6/ton to haul additional material for an estimated price of $2200 - $2400.   Barb Kriner made a Motion to approve Sudol paving to haul material to the street department for road repairs at a cost of $6/ton.  Seconded by Beth Rake with all voting in favor except John Domanski who voted no; he questioned why we were getting the material now to have to store.
 
Minutes of October 15, 2018 were approved on a Motion by Barb Kriner, seconded by John Domanski and all voted in favor.
 
September Financial Reports were approved on a Motion by Peter Fleming, seconded by John Domanski and approved by all.
 
Brian Anderson then presented his Zoning Report for October 2018.  Sewer inspections are going well and he found one home today with 2 drains going into the sewer line.  Eminent Domain was discussed for the Cook property which was tabled due to the pending possible sale.  Solicitor Michetti discussed how Eminent Domain works and what is involved stating it is a lengthy process.  Report was approved on a Motion by Barb Kriner and seconded by Beth Rake.  All voted for.
 
Chief Kerry Parkes presented the Police Report for October.   Halloween night was a success with no incidents reported.  Chief Parkes inquired about a part timer for next year and stated it would be about $16,000.00 to add a part time officer.  Conversation then ensued about SWAT participation with  a Motion being made by Peter Fleming to not participate in the SWAT team at this time; seconded by John Domanski.  Vote showed no reports from Barb Kriner, Beth Rake, Michael Leibel and Kevin Romansik and a yes from President Bausch.  The motion failed to carry.  Police Report was approved on a Motion by Peter Fleming and seconded by John Domanski.  All voted in favor.
 
Dan Gable, Street Superintendent, then presented his report for the Street Department.   First topic discussed was street signs for no truck traffic.  Signs would be needed for South Mill St, Avenue C and Chestnut Street.  A 24” sign would cost approximately $30.00 and a 30” sign would be $50.00. 
Solicitor Michetti stated before signs could be put up an ordinance would need enacted which would indicate the fines and penalties.  A Motion was made by Peter Fleming to empower the solicitor to draw up an ordinance for the no truck traffic; seconded by Kevin Romansik.  All voted in favor.  Leaf collection was discussed with Dan stating so far only 4 loads have been gathered.  Problems with the t tag truck was put on the table and a request for a replacement was given to council.  John Domanski stated a schedule needed started with the truck to replace as needed rather than in emergency situations.  On a Motion by Barb Kriner, it is requested a truck purchase be put out for bid; motion seconded by John Domanski and all voted in favor.    Another issue is with the Pump Station in the West End; it is being looked at for possible solutions.  Street department report was approved on a Motion by Barb Kriner and Seconded by Kevin Romansik.  All voted in Favor.
 
Nick Fowler, Southside Fire Company Fire Chief, then addressed council.  He stated the public service hours were higher due to October being Fire Prevention Month.  Nick then revisited the generator issue. Dean McCahan stated a generator was last priced in 2015 at a cost of $212,976.00.  Updated pricing was requested.  Evacuation Center being St Peter’s Church was discussed as well as what Southside could offer as an evacuation point.  Trucks could be moved out and free up bay space as needed.  Dean had confirmed with PPL that there had been 117 interruptions of power at Southside Fire Company.    Report was approved on a Motion by John Domanski, seconded by Beth Rake.  All voted in favor.
 
Mayor Oberdorf stated he had given his report to Dan Gable.  He had nothing to report for the police department.
 
Solicitor Joseph Michetti stated his report was on Blight Redevelopment and Eminent Domain.  The topic has been put aside at this time based on the previous discussion this evening.  Solicitor Report was approved on a Motion by John Domanski, seconded by Barb Kriner and all voted for.

At approximately 8:08 pm, Barb Kriner made a motion to adjourn council to an Executive Session; seconded by John Domanski.  Council adjourned to the Executive Session.
 
8:21 pm Barb Kriner made a Motion to adjourn the Executive Session and resume the Regular Council session; seconded by Peter Fleming.  Executive Session adjourned.
 
Meeting dates for 2019 was put on the table for approval.  Approval done via Motion by Barb Kriner, seconded by John Domanski and approved by all.
 
8:22 pm a Motion was made by John Domanski to adjourn the council meeting of November 5, 2018.
 
Council adjourned.
 
Respectfully submitted:
Deborah Bausch, Secretary

Please note the generator price is incorrectly listed; should be $21,976.00

​Interested in Supporting your Borough?
Riverside Borough is looking for a resident to fill the office of Mayor.
Candidates must be a registered voter in the Borough of Riverside and have
resided in the borough for at least one year.
Candidates interested should submit a Letter of Interest to the Borough Council
By December 2, 2018.
 
 
Riverside Borough Council
415 Dewart Street
P O Box 307
Riverside, PA   17868-0307

The Riverside Borough Council will hold meetings at the Riverside Borough Municipal Building, 415 Dewart Street, Riverside, PA commencing at 7:00 pm on the following dates:
 
January 7                                                      July 1
January 21 (Martin Luther King Day)                             
 
February 4                                                 August 5
February 18 (Presidents Day)                         
 
March 4                                               September 3 (Tuesday)      
March 18                                             September 16
 
April 1                                                  October 7
April 15                                               October 21
 
May 6                                                 November 4
May 20                                                November 18
         
June 3                                                  December 2
                                                          December 16
 
Meetings are open to the Public.
There will be no Second Meetings for the months of June, July and August
 

               November 1 – All Saints Day

November 4 –Daylight Savings Time Ends-Set your clock-  FALL  BACK 1 Hour
 
November 5 – Regular Council Meeting at 7:00 pm
                November 6– Election Day - VOTE 
                       November 11 – Veterans Day
   November 13 – Sewer Bills due in office by 3 PM
  November 19 – Regular Council Meeting -7:00 pm
                 Nov 21 - Leaf Collection Ends 
 November 21 - November 26 - Thanksgiving School Break 
        November 22 – Thanksgiving Day     
                  Borough Offices Closed 
 
 
TAX COLLECTOR HOURS FOR NOVEMBER -  By Appointment only!
Phone 570 764-1393 to meet with Rebecca Steckley

The Riverside Borough Council met on Monday, October 1, 2018 in the Municipal Building, 415 Dewart Street, Riverside, Pa.  The meeting was called to order by President Carolyn M. Bausch at 7:00 pm.  In attendance this evening were Council Members Barb Kriner, Beth Rake, and Kevin Romansik.  Solictor Joseph Michetti and Secretary Deborah Bausch also attended.  Absent this evening were Vice President Peter Fleming, Council Members Michael Leibel and John Domanski as well as Mayor Joseph Oberdorf.
The audience this evening consisted of Angie and Rod Kerstetter, Anthony Knight, Rebekah Lenig, Nick Fowler, Matt Sudol and Karen Blackledge, Danville News reporter.
Rod Kerstetter of Mainzer Hill Road addressed Council first with an issue regarding the road work being done on that road.  He stated the way it is now, his yard will be inundated with water runoff and requested an additional  cross pipe be placed to divert the water issue.  He also spoke of crowning the roadway away from his driveway area.  Dan Gable of the Street Department responded that we do have pipe available that could be used.  Matt Sudol who is doing the current project was also present and said it would be an additional $1250.00 to add the pipe and repair work.  Matt suggested that the Kerstetter’s put a swale in their yard to also help in water diversion.
Rebekah Lenig that spoke on the stray cat issue.    Zoning states a home is allowed to have 5 cats and she is dealing with about 9 at this time as well as a new litter of 4.  She was advised to speak with the homeowner to ascertain ownership of the cats.  She will work with the Zoning Officer regarding the problem.
Matt Sudol then spoke about the Mainzer Hill Project and the roadblocks he has run into,i.e., not being able to get in touch with the DCNR representative and additional rainfall.  He asked for an extension of the contract.  On a Motion by Beth Rake and Seconded by Kevin Romansik, extension was granted for the work to be completed by November 5, 2018 as well as the extra pipe work for $1250.00 previouly discussed.  All voted in favor.  Dan Gable then told Council Sudol’s Paving should be commended for going above and beyond on the work they have done so far.
Old Business included approval of the minutes of September 17,2018 ; this was done on a Motion by Kevin Romansik and seconded by Beth Rake.  All voted for.
Prohibited truck signage was the last old business for discussion.  Kevin Romansik stated the signs he had seen and shared with Dan Gable were not PennDot signs.  Dan will look into these signs and see how many we would need in the borough.
Brian Anderson then presented the September Zoning Report.  There were 2 Zoning Variance Hearings held in August, Christine Lee and Keith McRee.  Both projects were approved.  Brian spoke of Eminent Domain for blighted properties.  Solicitor Michetti explained the procedures for proceeding with this course of action which does take months.   He will look into this further and report at the next meeting.  Zoning Report was approved on a Motion by Beth Rake and seconded by Kevin Romansik.  All voted for.
Chief Kerry Parkes presented the Police Department report for September.  He recapped the monthly report including the sale of the Crown Vic vehicle and our 1st Riverside DUI checkpoint.  He is interested in hiring at least one part time officer next year and will work on the budget for that.  Report approved on a Motion by Kevin Romansik and seconded by Barb Kriner.  All voted in favor.
Dan Gable, Street Department Superintendent, updated council on their activities in September.  Bridge lights were replaced by Seidel and Cero.   Gas line restorations are complete and the gas company is starting a new phase of gas line on Avenue F to Beishline and Riverhill developments.  He was told they would be boring rather than trenching the new lines.  He discussed the truck maintenance being done in preparation of leaf collection.  On a Motion by Barb Kriner and seconded by Kevin Romansik, leaf collection will take place in the Borough during the period of October 22 to November 21, 2018.  All voted in favor.   Street Department report was approved on a Motion by Barb Kriner and seconded by Beth Rake.  All voted for.
Nick Fowler gave the Southside Fire Company report.   He reviewed his report of calls for the month.  He also stated a visit had been made to Hower Road and there is no longer an issue there.   They will be getting a new heavy duty lock to replace the one currently in place.  He also requested consideration be made at budget time to assist with a generator purchase.  This would be housed at the fire company.  St Peter’s church is the current evacuation center but they have no generator.  Todd Oberdorf, EMA, is to meet with St Peter’s next week to discuss the issue.  Report approved on a Motion by Barb Kriner and seconded by Kevin Romansik.  All voted for.
Due to the Mayor’s absence this evening, there was no report given.
Solicitor Michetti then advised council he is working on the Railroad Tax Appeal. He explained the process and what will happen going forward.  Report was approved on a Motion by Beth Rake and seconded by Kevin Romansik.
For New Business, Kevin Romansik inquired about business conducted in homes.  Brian Anderson, responded to the question and said business cannot be held in certain districts of the Borough.
Last New Business was approval of the date and time for Halloween Trick or Treating.  On a Motion by Beth Rake and seconded by Barb Kriner, Trick or Treating will be allowed in the Riverside Borough on Wednesday, October 31st from 6 – 9 pm.
At approximately 7:46 pm, Barb Kriner made a Motion to Adjourn.
Council meeting adjourned for the evening.
Respectfully Submitted,
Deborah Bausch
Secretary

As approved at the 10/1/18 meeting the minutes of 9/17/18 follow:
The Riverside Borough Council met on Monday, September 17, 2018 in the Municipal Building, 415 Dewart Street, Riverside.  Meeting was called to order by President Carolyn Bausch at 7:00 pm.  Present these evening were Vice President Peter Fleming and council members Beth Rake, John Domanski, Michael Leibel and Kevin Romansik.  Mayor Joseph Oberdorf and Secretary Deborah Bausch were present also.  Absent this evening was council member Barb Kriner.
 
In the audience this evening were Rick, Jen and Evan Warren as well as Karen Blackledge, news reporter for the Danville News.
 
Rick Warren addressed council with concern over his son’s ATV riding on their property being an issue for neighbors.  He had read the newspaper article on the last meeting and wanted council to know his son does not ride an altered vehicle; it is a 2012 Yamaha Raptor vehicle and he only rides on their property at 46 Blue Hills Court.  He does not ride all hours; during school has an 8 pm curfew and 9 pm at other times.  He also does not ride before 8 am.  Evan had talked to several neighbors when he got the vehicle and none had any issues with him riding it.  Jen Warren stated she had conversations with Chief Parkes and there was no violation taking place.  It was suggested the Warrens speak with the neighbors who have the issue and hopefully they can work out the concerns.
 
Minutes of September 4, 2018 were approved on a Motion by John Domanski; seconded by Beth Rake.
All voted in favor.
Financial Reports for July 2016 were approved on a Motion by Beth Rake and seconded by Peter Fleming.  All voted In favor.
 
Dan Gable, Street Superintendent, then addressed council concerning the purchase of a new bucket truck to replace our failing machine.  He has looked at and test driven a 1996 vehicle that is for sale.  It has 3 small things to be fixed but it has a new transmission and would be a good investment for their department.  Asking price is $4500.00.  The boon on the vehicle does need inspected.  On a Motion by John Domanski and seconded by Beth Rake, Dan was given permission to purchase the vehicle.  All voted in favor.
 
John Domanski inquired about the status of Mainzer Hill project.  Sudol paving has milled off the old tar and chip surface.  Again the weather has not been cooperating with the completion of the project.
Discussion then went to the problem with large trucks going on streets in the borough such as 3rd Street, and recently S. Mill Street onto 10th Street.  Properties are being damaged.  Kevin Romansik stated there is a nice sign in Danville and is going to get a photo of it for council to see if it would work in our areas.  Dan will take note of areas that would need signs posted. Will discuss at 10/1/18 meeting.
 
At 7:28 pm, John Domanski made a Motion to Adjourn.  Seconded by Kevin Romansik.
Riverside Borough Council meeting adjourned.
 
Respectfully submitted:
Deborah Bausch
Secretary

​4th Quarter Sewer Bills were mailed today so watch for your blue card to arrive. Please pay amount on the left hand column if paying prior to November 13th. After November 13, amount will be the one on the right hand column. Payments may be placed in the after hours door slot in the office.
Payments must be in the office before close of business on November 13 to avoid the late fee; those placed in the after hours drop slot will be charged the late fee if left after 11/13/18. Forms are available in the office for those wishing to do automatic bank withdrawls for your sewer bill. For those residents using bill payer, please be sure to allow time for mailing to the office. If you have any questions regarding your sewer bill, please call the office, 570 275-1751. If you have a sewer emergency, contact the Street Department at 570 275-5338.

 October 1 - Borough Council Meeting at 7:00 pm      
Oct 4 – 7 Covered Bridge Festival, Knoebel’s                                                   Grove, Elysburg   
​   
 October 8 – Columbus Day 
 
 October 15- Borough Council Meeting
 
October 11 - Southside Fire Company Open House, 6 pm – 9 pm
                                                  
October 22 - Leaf Collection begins in the Borough(pending Council approval)

October 25 – Danville Halloween Parade at 7:00 pm     (rain date:  Oct 28 @ 3 pm)
 
  October 31 –HALLOWEEN
  Trick or Treat observed from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Homeowners should leave a light  on if you want Trick or Treaters to visit!
 
TAX COLLECTOR HOURS FOR OCTOBER
By Appointment only!
Phone 570 764-1393 to meet with Rebecca Steckley