Riverside Borough
  • Home
  • About the Borough
    • Borough Secretary
    • Meeting Schedule
  • Fire Department
  • Police Department
    • Police Department History
    • Police Department Vehicle History
  • Street Department
  • Sewer Department
  • History
  • Area Attractions & Facilities
  • Building Permits
  • Ordinances
    • Zoning Map
    • Junk Vehicle Ordinance
    • Burning Ordinance
    • Weed Ordinance
    • Dog Ordinance
    • Throwing Snow on Raodway Ordinance
  • Emergency Management
  • Property Tax Information

December 3, 2018 Minutes

12/18/2018

0 Comments

 
The Riverside Borough Council met on Monday, December 3, 2018 in the Municipal Building, 415 Dewart Street, Riverside, PA.  Meeting was called to Order at 7:00 pm by Vice President Peter T. Fleming; President Carolyn Bausch was serving as Acting Mayor at the beginning of the meeting.  Council members in attendance included Barb Kriner, Beth Rake, John Domanski, Michael Leibel and Kevin Romansik.  Also attending were Solicitor Joseph Michetti Jr and Secretary Deborah Bausch. 
 
Audience this evening consisted of Mayor Candidates, John LaMotte and Brian Whitenight.  Mainzer Hill residents attending were Caitlin Patrow, Stephanie and Dorsey Hauck, Rod and Angie Kerstetter and Lisa Jones; Paula Anderson attended from Avenue D. Nick Fowler from Southside Fire Company and Karen Blackledge from the Danville News were also present.
 
Dorsey Hauck spoke first under Citizens to be heard.  The residents are very unsatisfied with the condition of Mainzer Hill after the roadwork that has been done on it.  There are dangerous spots and materials were put down wet making it not good to travel on.  Dan Gable, Street Department Superintendent, was present and addressed their concerns.  The road has been a problem and the weather was not conducive to the project.  Our County representative, Mr. Mike McCleary, was pleased with the work done on the roadway.  The residents would like to meet with Mr McCleary and Mr Sudol from Sudol Paving to discuss how this will be corrected.    Lisa Jones spoke of a drainage issue near the bridge causing serious erosion issues.   The residents were thanked for coming to the meeting and voicing their concerns. 
 
Paula Anderson asked about the leaf collection be ended with so many leaves still dropping.
Dan Gable explained the problem with collecting and dumping on Bald Top Road.
 
Next order of business was the selection of Mayor.  Questions were posed by Carolyn Bausch to both John LaMotte and Brian Whitenight.  Carolyn Bausch asked the candidates why they wanted the seat?  John LaMotte stated he had been on council for about 6 years and wanted to take the next step up to the office of Mayor.  Brian Whitenight responded that he wanted to become more involved in the community.   John Domanski and Michael Leibel also asked questions of the candidates.  Barb Kriner asked about the term of office; appointee will serve all of 2019 and need to run for reelection for 2020 for a 2 year term.   Beth Rake then made a Motion to Appoint John LaMotte to the Mayor office; seconded by John Domanski.  By show of hands, Barb Kriner, Beth Rake, John Domanski and Kevin Romansik voted for the Motion; Michael Leibel voted No and Peter Fleming Abstained from voting.  Carolyn Bausch was serving in the Mayor seat and not able to vote.  Motion Carried and John LaMotte was sworn into office by Carolyn Bausch. 
 
At approximately 7:47 pm, Carolyn Bausch then resumed her title of President of Council and took over the meeting proceedings.  
 
Minutes of November 19, 2018 were approved on a Motion by Barb Kriner and seconded by Peter Fleming.  All voted in favor.
 
Brian Anderson, Zoning Officer, then presented his report for the month of November.   Discussion followed on the Cook Property.  Brian Anderson stated Janet Hummer of Villager Realty has a buyer but she has been unable to get in touch with Mr. Cook who does not maintain a mailing address.  John Domanski stated we need to go back to citing Mr. Cook if he is not complying. 
 Solicitor Michetti stated he would speak to Attorney Moro who previously represented Mr. Cook.  Report approved on a Motion by John Domanski, Seconded by Barb Kriner and all voted in favor.
 
Chief Kerry Parkes then took the floor with the Police Report for November.  He stated all officers have been recertified with weapons and tasers.  At this point, Solicitor Michetti spoke on a previous concern council had regarding large trucks going on roads and creating problems.  Solicitor provided a copy of a rough ordinance for the council and chief to look over to see if it would fit our needs.  Kevin Romansik stated the roads to be considered were Avenue C, South Mill St and Chestnut Street at Third Street.  Discussion ensued about truck sizes, definite streets involved and fines and penalties to be imposed.
Barb Kriner asked Chief Parkes about the part time officer position.  Chief has spoken to Eamon Shoff, a constable who may be interested in applying for the 40 hrs/month position.   Report was approved on a Motion by Barb Kriner and seconded by Beth Rake; all voted for.
 
Dan Gable, Street Superintendent, addressed council with the Street Department Report.  He explained about the leaf collection issue.  His crew will continue to pick up bagged leaves at any time.  The West End Pump station is still having issues.  Dan then asked for clarification on what Council is seeking as far as a spreadsheet for the truck repairs/maintenance.  John Domanski explained what he thought would be good for truck replacements.  Dan then presented two quotes for a new dump truck.  John Domanski asked if he had gotten a price on a Dodge vehicle; Dan will request a quote for the next meeting. 
Report was approved on a Motion by Barb Kriner; seconded by John Domanski.  All voted in favor.
Solicitor Michetti commended Dan on his answers this evening and how well he handled the questions presented.
 
Nick Fowler, Southside Fire Company Chief, offered the Southside Fire Company report.  He said Christmas tree sales are progressing.  They have not gotten an updated quote for a generator.    John Domanski made a Motion to accept the report and it was seconded by Barb Kriner.  All voted in favor.
 
Solicitor Michetti has requested an Executive Session for his report.
 
Next agenda item was to nominate a President Pro Tem; position was vacant due to Caressa Compton moving from the Borough and the seat had not been filled.  Peter Fleming made a Motion to nominate Barb Kriner to fill the position; seconded by John Domanski; all voted in favor. 
 
The 2019 Budget was adopted on a Motion by John Domanski, seconded by Barb Kriner.  All voted for.
 
A One Mill Increase Resolution was signed to balance the 2019 Budget.  Approved on a Motion by Beth Rake and seconded by John Domanski with all voting in favor.
 
A final action item on the agenda was the reappointment of James Sanders as Sewage Enforcement Officer for the Borough with an Alternate Appointee of Kevin Young.  Fees were also approved.
Barb Kriner made the Motion for the reappointments and fee approval; seconded by Beth Rake.  All voted in favor.
 
At approximately 8:30 pm, Barb Kriner made a Motion to Adjourn the Council Session to an Executive Session.  Seconded by Peter Fleming.        Council Adjourned.
 
A Motion to return to the Regular Council Session was made at approximately 8:44 pm by Beth Rake and seconded by Barb Kriner.       Regular Council Session Back in Order.
 
A Motion to Adjourn was made by John Domanski at 8:45 pm; seconded by Barb Kriner. 
Council meeting of December 3, 2018 adjourned.
 
Respectfully Submitted:
Deborah Bausch
Secretary
 
0 Comments

Your comment will be posted after it is approved.


Leave a Reply.

    Police Department
    570-275-4305
    Emergency Dial 911

    Non Emergency Dispatch
    570-784-6300


    Street Department 570-275-5338


    Borough Office
    570-275-1751

    Quick Info

    External Links

    Demographics (CityData.com)
    Susquehanna River Level
    PA State Website
    PA State Senate Website
    US Senate Website
    PA House of Representatives Website
    US House of
    Representatives Website

    Northumberland County Website


    Categories

    All

    Archives

    June 2025
    May 2025
    April 2025
    March 2025
    February 2025
    January 2025
    December 2024
    November 2024
    October 2024
    September 2024
    August 2024
    July 2024
    June 2024
    May 2024
    April 2024
    March 2024
    February 2024
    January 2024
    December 2023
    November 2023
    October 2023
    September 2023
    August 2023
    July 2023
    June 2023
    May 2023
    April 2023
    March 2023
    February 2023
    January 2023
    December 2022
    November 2022
    October 2022
    September 2022
    August 2022
    July 2022
    June 2022
    April 2022
    March 2022
    February 2022
    January 2022
    December 2021
    November 2021
    October 2021
    September 2021
    August 2021
    July 2021
    June 2021
    May 2021
    April 2021
    March 2021
    February 2021
    January 2021
    December 2020
    November 2020
    October 2020
    September 2020
    August 2020
    July 2020
    June 2020
    May 2020
    April 2020
    March 2020
    February 2020
    January 2020
    December 2019
    November 2019
    October 2019
    September 2019
    August 2019
    July 2019
    June 2019
    May 2019
    April 2019
    March 2019
    February 2019
    January 2019
    December 2018
    November 2018
    October 2018
    September 2018
    August 2018
    July 2018
    June 2018
    May 2018
    April 2018
    March 2018
    February 2018
    January 2018
    December 2017
    November 2017
    October 2017
    September 2017
    August 2017
    July 2017
    June 2017
    May 2017
    April 2017
    March 2017
    February 2017
    January 2017
    December 2016
    November 2016
    October 2016
    September 2016
    August 2016
    July 2016
    June 2016
    May 2016
    April 2016
    March 2016
    February 2016
    January 2016
    December 2015
    November 2015
    October 2015
    September 2015
    August 2015
    July 2015
    June 2015
    May 2015
    April 2015
    March 2015
    February 2015
    January 2015
    December 2014
    November 2014
    October 2014
    September 2014
    August 2014
    July 2014
    June 2014
    May 2014
    April 2014
    March 2014
    February 2014
    January 2014
    December 2013
    November 2013
    October 2013
    September 2013
    August 2013
    July 2013
    June 2013
    May 2013
    April 2013
    March 2013
    February 2013
    January 2013
    December 2012
    November 2012
    October 2012
    August 2012
    April 2012
    March 2012
    January 2012
    December 2011
    October 2011

    RSS Feed

Powered by Create your own unique website with customizable templates.
Photos from amsfrank, ell brown, BaileyRaeWeaver, Son of Groucho, QUOI Media, waitscm
  • Home
  • About the Borough
    • Borough Secretary
    • Meeting Schedule
  • Fire Department
  • Police Department
    • Police Department History
    • Police Department Vehicle History
  • Street Department
  • Sewer Department
  • History
  • Area Attractions & Facilities
  • Building Permits
  • Ordinances
    • Zoning Map
    • Junk Vehicle Ordinance
    • Burning Ordinance
    • Weed Ordinance
    • Dog Ordinance
    • Throwing Snow on Raodway Ordinance
  • Emergency Management
  • Property Tax Information