RIVERSIDE BOROUGH COUNCIL
 
The Riverside Borough Council met in the Municipal Building, 415 Dewart Street, Riverside on Monday, December 1, 2025 at 7:00pm.  The meeting was called to order by President, Stephen Wagner.
 
Council members present: 
Peter Fleming, John Domanski, Barb Kriner, Jr, Ken Gardner and Mike Steimling Sr.
Also present was Mayor Todd Oberdorf, Kerry Parkes Chief of Police, Dan Gable-Street Department and Secretary Lisa Fritz.
 
Absent:
Delavan Whitenight, Jr and Zoning Officer Brian Anderson.
 
Citizens present:
Brenna Gable, Frank Maciejewski, Rob Rickard, Drew Mumich, Mary Heath & Laurie Fitzpatrick
 
Pledge of Allegiance
 
Citizens to be Heard:  
Resident, Mary Heath asked Council if they have any information on the Solar panels being installed at the airport. Steve Wagner stated the Borough has not been contacted regarding the solar panel installation. Peter Fleming said he was very disappointed that the Borough has not been contacted. Attorney Antonio Michetti stated they will need to go through the Planning and Zoning process. Steve told Mary Heath that the Borough will look into getting some information on the solar panels. Barb stated the airport is supposed to be doing something with the drainage. John stated PennDot is doing the drainage work at the airport.
 
Old business:
John made a Motion to accept the meeting Minutes of 11/3/2025. Peter seconded the Motion. All in Favor.
Barb made a Motion to accept the 11/17/2025 Budget meeting minutes. Mike seconded. All in Favor.
John made a Motion to give the Southside Fire co the 4-wheeler. Ken seconded. All in Favor.
Resident Mary Heath questioned if there would be any liability on the Borough if something happens while the fire company is using the 4-wheeler. Attorney Antonio Michetti stated the fire company is responsible for any issues with the 4-wheeler, no liability on the Borough.
 
Zoning Officer Report:
Council read over the Zoning report. Barb made a Motion to accept the Zoning report. John seconded. All in Favor.
 
Street Department Report:
Dan stated leave season has ended. Any leaves to be collected now must be bagged and put at curbside for collection. They collected a total of 44 loads of leaves this season.
Dan stated they were called out for a sewer blockage on Avenue G. Dan stated people are flushing wipes. He said even though they say you can flush them, they still clog the main under the roadway.
Peter made a Motion to accept the Street Department report. John seconded. All in Favor.
Southside Fire Company Report: None submitted.
 
Police Report:
Kerry read over his report. Kerry reported there were two Western Express trucks within 20 minutes of each that caused damage to signs on Gearhart and Factory Streets. A claim was submitted to the Borough’s insurance carrier. There has been approximately 20 trucks that have caused sign or property damage to date this year.
Ken asked Kerry when the next vehicle would be purchased. Kerry stated in two years, they will start the process next year for a vehicle. Peter asked if an extended warranty is offered on vehicles. Kerry said probably if requested. Mike asked Kerry if he could break down the mileage for each vehicle on his reports. Kerry agreed to do so.
Peter made a Motion to accept the Police Report. Mike seconded. All in Favor.
 
 
Mayor’s Report:
Todd met with the BoroLife committee regarding the 250 celebration to be held on June 13, 2026, at the Danville Airport. The Columbia/Montour Committee will offer free advertising for the event.
Barb made a Motion to accept the report. John seconded. All in Favor.
 
Solicitor Michetti Report:
Ken asked Attorney Antonio Michetti the status of an ordinance on large trucks. He will check into it. Ken also mentioned delinquent sewer accounts, stating there are some that owe thousands of dollars. Attorney Michetti stated there are liens on these properties and they would be paid in the order by date, that the lien was filed. Barb mentioned that reminder letters where discussed at the previous Council meeting. A letter can be drafted and Attorney Michetti would review it.
 
Borough Life:
Barb read over events held by the BoroLife committee to date for this year. She said the committee purchased four games for the Halloween in the Park this year and have stored them for years to come. Pastor Keith Evans and his wife, Jeni set up a table at the Halloween event in the Park and plan to be involved each year. The Parade of Lights will be held on Sunday, December 14, 2025. The BoroLife committee is hoping to raise $40,000.00 during 2026.
John Domanski would like to have a ceremony to take out the corner stone at the former school building to retrieve the time capsule. The stone would then be replaced back into its original position, per the new owners request.
Peter made a Motion to accept the BoroLife report, with Mike seconding. All in Favor.
 
New Business: None.
 
Motion to Approve:
2026 Budget – Ken made a Motion approve the budget with the transfer of funds as stated. Peter seconded. Barb opposed due to the none hiring of a fourth Police Officer. Steve, John, Ken and Mike agreed with Ken’s Motion. The Motion carried. Ken stated the budget can be amended in January if need be. Barb stated health care might not go up the 15% to 20% projected, but might only go up 10%, which would adjust the deficit in the General account. Mike said we have the ability to make cuts, so we do not have to use the reserve funds. Mike said he would like to get to a point where we can hire more staff.
Ken commented on donations – stating we should have the Solicitor look over the donations for approval. Ken mentioned the Human Society, a donation can be made as long as we have a contract with the business we are donating to.
John made a Motion to appoint Jordan Klimas as the Emergency Management Director for Riverside Borough. Barb seconded the Motion. Allin Favor.
 
Action Items: Delinquent Sewer Letters will be sent out in 2026.
 
At 8:00pm, Steve made a Motion to go into Executive Session for personal matters. Mike seconded. All in Favor.
 
Barb made a Motion to go back into Public Session at 8:30pm. Mike seconded. All in Favor.
Mike made a Motion to approve the 4% raise for the Street Department employees, retroactive to January 1, 2025. John seconded. All in Favor.
John made a Motion to give Secretary, Lisa a 4% raise for 2026. Barb seconded. All in Favor.
Barb made a Motion to start the hiring process for a part-time Police Officer. Barb’s Motion died due to lack of a seconded.
John made a Motion to cancel the December 15th meeting. Barb seconded. Opposed were Peter, Ken and Mike. The 12/15 meeting will be held.
Brenna Gable in the audience asked if the Street Department Union contract was voted on. Attorney Antonio Michetti stated, no action on the Street Department Union contract was taken. It will be discussed at the December 15th meeting.
Mike made a Motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:35pm.  Peter seconded. All in Favor.
  
Respectfully Submitted;
Lisa Fritz, Secretary
 
 
 
 
 

AGENDA
BOROUGH OF RIVERSIDE COUNCIL MEETING
December 15, 2025
 
PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
 
CALL TO ORDER
 
CITIZENS TO BE HEARD: 
 
I.        OLD BUSINESS
              A. Minutes of 12/1/2025 Meeting
II.       NEW BUSINESS
III.      MOTION TO APPROVE
          A. Street Department Union Contract (Ty Sees - Question and Answer)
            B. Annual Traffic Signal Maintenance Agreement           
IV.       ACTION ITEMS
A.Medical Reimbursements
B.Resolution to join PLGIT
C.Employee Rolling Monthly Calendar
D.Solicitor’s Compensation
 
V.        EXECUTIVE SESSION
 
ADJOURNMENT
NEXT SCHEDULED COUNCIL MEETING IS Monday, January 5, 2026 @ 7:00 P.M.

RIVERSIDE BOROUGH COUNCIL BUDGET MEETING MINUTES
 
The Riverside Borough Council met in the Municipal Building, 415 Dewart Street, Riverside on Monday, November 17, 2025 at 7:00pm for a Budget Meeting. 
 
Council members present: 
Stephen Wagner, Peter Fleming, John Domanski, Barb Kriner, Ken Gardner and Mike Steimling Sr.
Also present was Mayor Todd Oberdorf and Secretary Lisa Fritz.
 
Absent:
Delavan Whitenight
 
Citizens present:
C.L. Kriner
 
Resident, C.L. Kriner addressed Council about not filling the vacant Police Officer position.
Ken said there was two Officers on duty during the day, which are not needed. Mr Kriner asked Ken Gardner if Council ever addressed the issue with the Chief of two officers on duty during the day. Ken answered, No.
Mike asked what was the fourth Officer hired at to begin with? Mike also stated, we need to look at the Budget before we hire. Barb stated we have $454,000.00 in Reserve and are waiting for $750,000.00 when the school building closes. Resident, C.L. Kriner stated that if the Office would not have left, you would still be paying him. C. L. Kriner stated the amin purpose of Government is to protect its citizens. Steve Thanked Mr. Kriner and said the position would be discussed after the Final Budget. Discussion held about Merck buying the property would not generate additional revenue, if the sale does not go through with the current buyer.
 
Ken Gardner suggested to contact PA Local Government Investment Funding to inquire about CD’s. He stated some have interest rates of 3.8, 3.88 or 4.04. Steve Wagner said the .65% interest is not acceptable and we need to shop around. John Domanski stated Mahoning Township is getting 4% interest. Mike Steimling would like to set up layered CD’S, so money would be more readily available without penalty if needed.
 
Steve stated we will be moving onto the East End Sewer project in 2026 and will need a Grant and a loan.
 
Delinquent Sewer: Barb suggested mailing letter out in January 2026 for those who are behind in sewer payments. Steve stated it will be discussed at the December 1st Council Meeting.
 
At 7:53PM, Barb made a Motion to move into Executive Session for personnel issues. Mike seconded. All in Favor.
 
At 8:32PM, Mike made a Motion to move back into Regular Session. Peter seconded the Motion. All in Favor.
Ken Motioned to approve the tentative General, Sewer and Liquid Budgets; using money out of the Platinum CD to cover the General Fund Deficit and using money out of the Sewer General Fund to cover the Sewer Deficit. Peter seconded. John and Mike approved the Motion.
Barb opposed due to not hiring a fourth Police Officer. Should denote in the Minutes, the Motion carried.
 
At 8:35PM, Mike made a Motion to Adjourn. Barb seconded. All in Favor.
Respectfully Submitted;
Lisa Fritz, Secretary

RIVERSIDE BOROUGH COUNCIL
 
The Riverside Borough Council met in the Municipal Building, 415 Dewart Street, Riverside on Monday, November 3, 2025 at 7:00pm.  The meeting was called to order by President, Stephen Wagner.
 
Council members present: 
John Domanski, Barb Kriner, Delavan Whitenight, Jr, Ken Gardner and Mike Steimling Sr.
Also present was Mayor Todd Oberdorf, Kerry Parkes Chief of Police, Zoning Officer Brian Anderson and Secretary Lisa Fritz.
 
Absent:
Peter Fleming and Dan Gable, Street Department
 
Citizens present:
Drew Mumich and JW Snyder.
 
Pledge of Allegiance
 
Citizens to be Heard:  
None spoke.
 
Old business:
John made a Motion to accept the meeting Minutes of 10/6/2025. Barb seconded the Motion. All in Favor.
 
Zoning Officer Report:
Brian Anderson presented Council Members with a letter addressed to Community Options, he drafted regarding non- compliance with Borough Codes. Council President, Stephen Wagner stated the letter will be sent to our Solicitor for review. Brian also presented another letter he would like to mail to residents who have visual obstructions in the line-of-sight. John Domanski stated there is a walnut tree on Avenue E and Avenue F that needs trimmed, as it is leaning. Brian Anderson said ‘Canopy trees’ cannot be touched. Mike Steimling suggested Dan identify trees that need trimmed and call PPL to trim. Barb said trees near Kipps Run area need looked at, as there have been power outages there.
Barb made a Motion to accept the Zoning report. Delavan seconded. All in Favor.
 
Street Department Report:
Steve read over Dan Gables report. Steve said he will ask Dan to find out when the gas line will be installed to the generator in the Municipal Building. Leaf collecting continues through Wednesday, November 26th. There was some damage from a big truck and also some minor property damage at the Shade residence from the truck. John made a Motion to accept the Street Department report. Barb seconded. All in Favor.
 
Southside Fire Company Report:
Barb read over the reports for August and September. There were three structure fires during the month of August, none in September. Delavan made a Motion to accept the reports. Mike seconded. All in Favor.
 
Police Report:
Kerry asked Council if they have talked about replacing the vacant position in his department. Steve said they will discuss it and get back to him. Kerry said Halloween night went well, he felt numbers of people were low, which might be due to the football game that night. The Police had several time consuming investigations last month.  Delavan made a Motion to accept the Police Report. Mike seconded. All in Favor.
 
Mayor’s Report:
Todd participated in the Danville Halloween parade. He said some large trucks, mainly Western Express have caused damage to signs and properties. Todd said we need to ask our Solicitor where he is at regarding the Ordinance on large trucks parking on Borough Streets. John made a Motion to accept the report. Barb seconded. All in Favor.
 
Solicitor Michetti Report:
None submitted.
 
Borough Life:
Barb said there was a good turn-out for Halloween in the Park on Friday, October 31st this year. They went through 200 hotdogs. Grace Church also set up a table. The Christmas Parade of Lights will be held in December.
 
New Business:
Personnel Reviews – Ken suggests two Council Members do reviews for each the Police Department and the Street Department. Steve stated he would be doing the Secretary’s review. John said the reviews should have subjectives & goals, along with strengths and weaknesses. John would like to see quarterly reviews for goals set.
 
Motion to Approve:
Barb made a Motion to provide said resident a key to the electrical panel box at the pavilion for use of lighting on tennis courts after dark., on three month trial basis. Mike seconded. All in Favor. Barb made a Motion to accept the Danville Municipal Authority Sewer Pump Station Service Contracts. Delavan seconded. Ken opposed. The remaining Council Members were in Favor. Barb made a Motion to pay both the invoices received for a sewer issue at the Romansik property. Ken seconded. All in Favor. Appointment of EMA Director was tabled.
 
Action Items:
Ken would like to prorate the time an employee uses the Health Service for payback to the Borough. No decision was made by Council. Barb made a Motion to pay employees their medical reimbursement in the month of November each year. Mike seconded the motion. All in Favor.
Delinquent Sewer Payments – Ken feels the citizens that do pay diligently, are being cheated by those that do not pay their sewer bills on a timely basis. Council will talk to Solicitor, Attorney Michetti about a delinquent collection agency.
 
At 8:10pm, Barb made a Motion to go into Executive Session for personal matters. Mike seconded. All in Favor.
 
Barb made a Motion to go back into Public Session at 8:57pm. Delavan seconded. All in Favor.
 
A discussion was held on the hiring of a fourth Police Officer to replace the vacant position. Barb made a Motion to start the hiring process for a full-time Police Officer. Delavan seconded. Mike stated he would like to revisit the hiring after the contract ends in December 2026. John questioned if they should start the hiring process before the Budget is finalized to approve the position. John, Barb and Delvan approve the hiring of a Police Officer. Steve, Ken and Mike opposed. Due to a tie in votes, the Mayor suggested to wait until January to hire.
Barb changed her Motion to start the hiring process for a part-time Police Officer. John seconded. Delavan was in Favor. Steve, Ken and Mike opposed. Mayor stated to wait on the hiring of a Part-time Police Office until the Budget is balanced.
 
Barb made a Motion to adjourn the meeting at 9:15pm.  Delavan seconded. All in Favor.
Respectfully Submitted;
Lisa Fritz, Secretary
 
 

AGENDA
BOROUGH OF RIVERSIDE COUNCIL MEETING
December 1, 2025
 
PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
 
CALL TO ORDER
 
CITIZENS TO BE HEARD: 
 
I.        OLD BUSINESS
              A. Minutes of 11/3/2025 Meeting
            B. Minutes of 11/17/2025 Budget Meeting
            C. Status of 4-Wheeler
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        
X.        MOTION TO APPROVE
            A. 2026 Budget
B. Street Department Contract
C. Police Officer Position
D. EMA Director Appointment
XI.     ACTION ITEMS
A.Delinquent Sewer Letters
 
XII.     EXECUTIVE SESSION
 
ADJOURNMENT
NEXT SCHEDULED (BUDGET) MEETING IS Monday, December 15, 2025 @ 7:00 P.M.

Riverside Borough Residents:
Online Sewer Bill payment is now available. 
Scan the QR code below to pay your bill.
​This code will be printed on the first quarter bill in January 2026.

COUNCIL BUDGET MEETING
BOROUGH OF RIVERSIDE
November 17, 2025
 
PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
 
CALL TO ORDER
 
CITIZENS TO BE HEARD: 
             
I.         BUDGET
II.     EXECUTIVE SESSION
 
ADJOURNMENT
NEXT SCHEDULED COUNCIL MEETING IS Monday, December 1, 2025 @ 7:00 P.M.
 

BUDGET WORKSHOP
BOROUGH OF RIVERSIDE
November 10, 2025
 
PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
 
CALL TO ORDER
 
CITIZENS TO BE HEARD: 
             
I.         BUDGET
         
III.     EXECUTIVE SESSION
ADJOURNMENT
NEXT SCHEDULED BUDGET MEETING IS Monday, November 17, 2025 @ 7:00 P.M.