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Go Joe Coming to Riverside!

7/15/2025

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​REMINDER:
Joe Snedeker and crew from WNEP-TV will be stopping in Riverside at the park next to the Borough building on his 'Go Joe' bike ride the morning of Tuesday, July 22nd from 6:00am to 7:00am.
Stop by for a chance to say Hi to them and enjoy coffee, donuts and water.
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***RIVERSIDE BOROUGH PAVING***

7/9/2025

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The paving project on several Streets in Riverside Borough will begin on Thursday July 10 in the morning. Expect delays.
We do apologize for this short notice, as the paving company just notified us of this start date due to an opening they had.
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June 2, 2025 Meeting Minutes

7/8/2025

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RIVERSIDE BOROUGH COUNCIL
 
The Riverside Borough Council met in the Municipal Building, 415 Dewart Street, Riverside on Monday, June 2, 2025 at 7:00pm.  Meeting was called to order by President, Stephen Wagner.
 
Council members present: 
Peter Fleming, John Domanski, Barb Kriner and Mike Steimling Sr.
Also present was Attorney Michetti, Mayor Todd Oberdorf, Kerry Parkes Chief of Police, Zoning Officer Brian Anderson and Secretary Lisa Fritz.
 
Absent:
Delavan Whitenight, Ken Gardner and Dan Gable with the Street Department
 
Citizens present:
Rob Rickard, Betty Ann Gotschal, Drew Mumich and Jim W. Snyder
 
Pledge of Allegiance
 
Citizens to be Heard:  
Betty Ann Gotschal addressed Council regarding a shed on the Mount Vernon Cemetery property that is falling over, asking if anything can be done. She spoke with Brian Anderson, Brian drove to Catawissa to speak with the owner, but did not reach them. Attorney Michetti stated Riverside Borough has no responsibility or liability for the cemetery, as it is privately owned. Attorney Michetti recommended that Ms. Gotschal contact an Attorney to research the ownership and address the shed issue.
Old business:
John made a Motion to approve the Meeting Minutes of May 19th. Mike seconded. All in Favor.
Zoning Officer Report:
Brian Anderson read over his report. Brian stopped at a group home on Monday, 6/2 and spoke with Jaime Lyons, (Executive Director of Community Options, company that owns the group home), regarding several violations of the Borough’s ordinances. Ms Lyons stated she was employed by the State and does not have to abide by the Borough’s regulations. Attorney Michetti told Brian to have Community Options Attorney contact him. Attorney Michetti asked Brian to prepare a letter to mail to the group home. Kerry mentioned that there was a situation several years ago with a man residing at the group home, whom would take his clothes off and run around outside.
John made a Motion to accept the Zoning report. Peter seconded. All in Favor. 
Street Department Report:
Peter Fleming read over Dan Gables report.
Peter made a Motion to accept the Street Department report. Barb seconded. All in Favor. 
Southside Fire Company Report:
A report for the month of April was submitted. Barb stated the carnival was held the week of May 19th and they made money despite having inclement weather. Mike made a Motion to accept the Southside Fire Company report. Peter seconded. All in Favor. 
Police Report:
Kerry read over his report.
John asked if a notice was sent to the owners with the high grass. Kerry stated a citation went out on Monday, June 2nd.
Citizen, J.W. Snyder said the sign for Lonely Mountain Road has been stolen three times. Kerry will check into it. Kerry stated turnout for the Southside carnival was low this year, most likely due to the rain.
Barb made a Motion to accept the Police Report, with Peter seconding. All in Favor.
Mayor’s Report:
Todd Oberdorf said he participated in the Pet-n-Toy parade at the Southside Carnival. He felt the Memorial Day Service in the Park was successful. He participated in the Memorial Day parade in Danville. Todd stated the Marker dedication of Captain Jacob Gearhart will take place on Saturday, September 6th from 2:00pm – 3:00pm in the area of the English Garden business. Todd met with the Montour County Commissioners to go over economic opportunities that might be available; Code Red for one would permit people to sign up for emergency notices. Montour County is expanding the Geo-coding area to include Riverside at no cost to Riverside Borough for the Code Red program.
Barb made a Motion to accept the Mayor’s report. John seconded. All in Favor.
Solicitor Michetti Report:
None submitted. 
Borough Life:
None submitted.
New Business: None 
Motion to Approve:
Steve got three estimates for pest control in the Municipal building from McKechney, Keystone and Pied Piper. John made a Motion to accept the estimate from McKechney to do the initial treatment, then quarterly treatment for one year. After one year Council will decide if they want to continue service. Peter seconded the Motion. All in Favor.
Peter made a Motion to accept an estimate from Stackhouse & Son, Inc to replace the water pump, Check valve, Pressure tank and well cap, etc. at the Municipal building. John seconded the Motion. All in Favor.
Action Items: None
At 7:45pm, Mike made a Motion to go into Executive Session for personal matters. Barb seconded. All in Favor. 
Council went back into Public Session at 8:06pm.
Peter made a Motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:07pm.  Barb seconded. All in Favor.
 
Respectfully Submitted;
Lisa Fritz, Secretary
 
 
 
 
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Agenda for 7/7 Council Meeting

7/3/2025

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AGENDA
BOROUGH OF RIVERSIDE COUNCIL MEETING
July 7, 2025
 
PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
 
CALL TO ORDER
 
CITIZENS TO BE HEARD: 
 
I.        OLD BUSINESS
              A. Minutes of 6/2/2025 Meeting
            B. Status of School Property Appraisal
           C.  Job Descriptions and Personnel Reviews
 
II.       ZONING OFFICER REPORT
III.      STREET DEPARTMENT REPORT         
IV.       SOUTHSIDE FIRE COMPANY REPORT
V.        POLICE REPORT
VI.       MAYOR’S REPORT          
VII.     SOLICITOR MICHETTI REPORT
VIII.   BORO LIFE COMMITTEE
IX.       NEW BUSINESS
            A. Police Chief Contract
        
X.        MOTION TO APPROVE
            A. Zoning Board Member
          B. Ownership of Alley
 
XI.     ACTION ITEMS
XII.     EXECUTIVE SESSION
 
ADJOURNMENT
NEXT SCHEDULED COUNCIL MEETING IS Monday, August 4, 2025 @ 7:00 P.M.
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Message from Riverside Borough Council President

6/30/2025

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​Wanted to reach out in particular to the West Side Residents. Would like to ‘Thank’ all residents for their patience with the West End Sewer Project. There have been some glitches which was to be expected, but with the help of our Street Department and the construction company, we have quickly remedied all situations. I do want to remind all West End residents that any down spouts or sump pumps should not be attached to your sewer tanks or sewer lines. Again, ‘Thanks for your support in accomplishing this difficult endeavor.’
A couple of upcoming events are the “Go Joe 28” on July 22nd, 6:00am at the Riverside Playground pavilion. Please feel free to attend and support the Cause.
Riverside also has the annual yard sale on July 11th and 12th from 8:00am – 3:00pm at the Southside Fire Company.
Lastly, please feel free to come to our monthly Council Meetings.
Steve Wagner
Council President
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Zoning Hearing Board Member Position

6/26/2025

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Riverside Borough has a Zoning Hearing Board Member position open, interested candidates must be a resident of Riverside Borough. resident of Riverside Borough. Members must follow the Riverside Zoning rules.
Letters of interest accepted through Thursday, July 3, 2025, Applicant will be appointed at the Council Meeting on Monday, July 7th. Letters can be dropped off at the Borough Municipal Building 415 Dewart Street, Riverside
or mailed to: Riverside Borough, P.O. Box 307, Riverside, PA 17868
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Message from Tax Collector, Ruth Peck

6/19/2025

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​Hello, I will be camping at World's End from Friday (noon)June 20th thru Thursday June 26th, without cell service.   Face period, for County and Local Tax ends on Monday June 30th.  If you wish to arrange an apptmt please text or leave a phone message 570-850-5870 and I will be get back to you when I return.   If mailing, please have post marked by June 30th.  
Summer arrives on Sunday. ENJOY! 
 
RUTH PECK,
Riverside Tax Collector
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"GO JOE 28"

6/5/2025

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Picture
​Joe Snedeker from WNEP-TV will be stopping in Riverside at the park next to the Borough building on his 'Go Joe' bike ride the morning of Tuesday, July 22nd from 6:00am to 7:00am.

"Sport a mustache and drop some cash!"
Donation checks can be made payable to: St. Joseph's Center, noted on check "Go Joe 28".
There will be a donation can inside the Borough office for those wishing to donate.
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Flags at Half-Staff

6/3/2025

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"TODAY, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE UNITED STATES FLAG CODE, Governor Josh Shapiro ordered Commonwealth Flags on all Commonwealth​​ Facilities, Public buildings and grounds across the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, at half-staff immediately today, June 3, 2025, to Honor DCNR Forest Supervisor and Fire Warden and Fire Chief of Carsonville Volunteer Fire Company, David L Warfel, who died on Thursday, May 29, 2025. The Flags shall be lowered to half-staff until sunset on Friday, June 6, 2025. All Pennsylvania residents are invited to participate in the Tribute."
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May 19, 2025 Meeting Minutes

6/3/2025

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RIVERSIDE BOROUGH COUNCIL
 
The Riverside Borough Council met in the Municipal Building, 415 Dewart Street, Riverside on Monday, May 19, 2025 at 7:00pm.  Meeting was called to order by President, Stephen Wagner.
 
Council members present: 
Peter Fleming, John Domanski, Barb Kriner, Delavan Whitenight, Ken Gardner and Mike Steimling Sr.
Also present were Mayor Todd Oberdorf and Secretary Lisa Fritz
 
Absent:
Citizens present:
Drew Mumich
 
Pledge of Allegiance
 
Citizens to be Heard:  
 
Old business:
John Domanski made a Motion to approve the 5/5/2025 meeting minutes. Mike Steimling seconded the Motion. All in Favor. Barb questioned if the paving bid amounts were printed in minutes, they are not printed.
 
Appraisal of front 7 acres school property – Discussion was held regarding the appraisal of the front seven (7) acres of the former school property. John does not feel the building should be torn down, sell ‘As Is’. Steve agreed. Barb stated the school property was initially purchased with an overage in the sewer and tax accounts; stating ‘we’, the Borough, bought the property to give back to the community. Barb suggested a park with a playground, walking trail and picnic area. John said, yes, we own the property, but where is all the money going to come from to do anything with the property. Barb suggested asking the Grant writer to look for grants. Mike said he is not opposed to reviewing Barb’s suggestions. Steve stated an estimate was given to demolish the former school building in the amount of $149,000.00. John made a Motion approving Beverly Attkisson to do two (2) appraisals, one for 60’ right-of-way and one for the land with building on it. Motion approved. Barb voted, No.
 
New Business:
Pest control for the Borough building – Steve said there are pests coming in through the deteriorated window frames in the Borough office, there are newer windows in the police station and in the zoning office. Peter made a Motion to get three (3) estimates for pest control. Ken seconded. All in Favor.
Steve mentioned other areas of the municipal building that need repaired: sewer line is crushed, water quality is at a bad level, well pump needs replaced, roof is leaking in the police station, and window wells to the basement are leaking. Steve also mentioned there are shutters in the basement that could be painted and put onto the building. Barb asked how much money are we, the Borough, willing to put into this building.
 
Motion to Approve:
Discussion was held on funding to pay for the backhoe; with funds coming from the following accounts, Liquid Fuels-20% of allocated money received, $100,000.00 from the school land sale and approximately $13,000.00 from the Sewer account. All Council Members were in Favor of the monies from three (3) accounts to pay for the backhoe.
Discussion held on payment for the storm sewer pipe replacement, money will come out of the sewer account, until the Street department CD matures next year, then the monies will be replaced from the Street Department CD. Street paving will be paid out of the Money Market account in the amount of $51,000.00. All in Favor of using funding out of the Sewer CD and the Platinum CD.
 
Action Items:
Mayor, Todd Oberdorf said he was contacted by the Moose Administrator asking if the Borough would be interested in placing Veteran’s flags on poles. Todd will get more information and present it at the next Council meeting. Todd also mentioned the signs being placed at the English Garden, two trees will be cut down for the sign placement. There will be a ceremony during the week of the Iron Heritage Festival in Danville.
  
At 7:38pm, Mike made a Motion to go into Executive Session to discuss Personnel issues. Barb seconded. All in Favor.
 
Council moved back into the public session at 9:05pm.
No further business was discussed.
John made a Motion to adjourn at 9:06pm. Ken seconded. All in Favor.                                                 
 
Respectfully Submitted:
Lisa Fritz, Secretary
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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