RIVERSIDE BOROUGH COUNCIL SPECIAL INSURANCE MEETING MINUTES
 
The Riverside Borough Council met in the Municipal Building, 415 Dewart Street, Riverside on Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 9:00AM for a Special Meeting. 
 
Council members present: 
Stephen Wagner, Peter Fleming, Rob Rickard, Mike Steimling and Ken Gardner.
Also present was Mayor Todd Oberdorf and Secretary Lisa Fritz.
 
Absent:
Barb Kriner and Rebekah Lenig.
 
Citizens present:
No citizens were present.
 
Council President, Steve Wagner said, “we're going to test this new recorder out tonight. So, everybody, you're being recorded. Steve felt it should be posted that meetings are being recorded. Rob Rickard stated he remembers reading about recording meetings and because it was a public meeting, we did not have to announce the meeting was being recorded; but he said he would check into this information. Kerry Parkes suggested to check with the Solicitor at the February second meeting.
 
Steve stated, this special meeting is being held to decide on a replacement for a full-time Police Officer.
Rob made a Motion to accept the resignation of Police Officer, Andrew Rupp. Peter seconded. Ken Gardner opposed, for the reason he would like to investigate hiring two (2) part-time officers, which would be less cost than a full-time officer. Peter said, we don’t know how many part-timers would apply. Kerry stated that a full-time officer would be more loyal, as a part-time officer might have a job somewhere else. Peter feels a full-time officer would be more invested in the community. Rob made a Motion to retain Andrew Rupp as a part-time Police Officer, on as needed basis with the pay rate of $24.00 per hour. Mike seconded the Motion. All in Favor. Ken questioned if there would be benefits for a part-time position. Kerry said there would be no benefits. Kerry said testing will be done at the Church in Riverside. Kerry also said there will be a graduating class in April from the Police Academy. There might be some interested graduates. Right now our requirement states an applicant must be Act 120 certified. A hired officer cannot start working until after graduating from class or within sixty (60) days of application deadline. An officer could be hired without the academy, with the conditions that they are going to complete it within so many months of being hired. Ken Gardner mentioned that the 1989 Police contract referral is outdated. Kerry stated they use it as a guideline for their contracts. Rob made a Motion to looking into applicants from the Police Academy. Peter seconded. All in Favor. A new officer will spend time training with Kerry for many months, as it takes about two (2) years to be completely trained.
 
Kerry said Scott Township requested to buy Andrew Rupp’s bullet proof vest, which would be prorated on the remaining life of the vest. Mike made a Motion to sell the vest. Peter seconded. All in Favor.
 
At 7:19PM, Peter made a Motion to Adjourn. Mike seconded. All in Favor.
 
Respectfully Submitted;
Lisa Fritz, Secretary

AGENDA
BOROUGH OF RIVERSIDE COUNCIL MEETING
February 2, 2026
 
PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
 
CALL TO ORDER
 
CITIZENS TO BE HEARD: 

1. Blue Wave Energy, RE: Solar project at Danville Airport

 
I.        OLD BUSINESS
             A. Minutes of 1/19/2026 Meeting
           B. Minutes of 1/29/2026 Special Meeting
           C. Summary of West End Sewer Project-financial and quality
           D. Pump Station Generator maintenance
           E. Status of TNR proposal for feral cats
           F. Status on East end Sewer Project
           G. Status of PLGIT investment
 
II.       ZONING OFFICER REPORT
III.      STREET DEPARTMENT REPORT          
IV.       SOUTHSIDE FIRE COMPANY REPORT
V.        POLICE REPORT
VI.       MAYOR’S REPORT
VII.     SOLICITOR MICHETTI REPORT
             A. Ordinance for large trucks parking on Borough right-of-way’s
             B. Ordinance for Solar panels and Wind turbines
VIII.   BORO LIFE COMMITTEE          
IX.       NEW BUSINESS
             A. Pennsylvania 811 Safe Digging Month Resolution
 
X.        MOTION TO APPROVE
            A. Vacant Police positions         
XI.     ACTION ITEMS
           A. Electronic recycling          
XII.  EXECUTIVE SESSION
ADJOURNMENT
NEXT SCHEDULED COUNCIL MEETING IS Monday, February 16, 2026 @ 7:00 P.M.

SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
BOROUGH OF RIVERSIDE
January 29, 2026
 
PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
 
CALL TO ORDER
 
CITIZENS TO BE HEARD: 
   
I.         Police Officer Position 
III.     EXECUTIVE SESSION
 
ADJOURNMENT
 

RIVERSIDE BOROUGH COUNCIL
 
The Riverside Borough Council met in the Municipal Building, 415 Dewart Street, Riverside on Monday, January 5, 2026 at 7:00pm.  Meeting was called to order by President, Stephen Wagner.
 
Council members present: 
Peter Fleming, Barb Kriner, Ken Gardner and Mike Steimling Sr.
Also present was Solicitor Attorney Michetti, Police Chief Kerry Parkes, Street/Sewer Lead, Dan Gable, Zoning Officer Brian Anderson and Secretary Lisa Fritz.
 
 
Citizens present:
Gerry Knapp, David Hughes, George Dalious, Scott Cox and Ruth Peck.
 
Pledge of Allegiance
Reorganization Meeting began with the Mayor Swearing in of Elected Officials:
Peter Fleming, Kenneth Gardner, Michael Steimling Sr, Rebekah Lenig, Robert Rickard and Ruth Peck.
Mayor then asked for Nominations for President, Vice President and Pro-Tem.
Barb made a Motion for Stephen Wagner as President; Mike seconded the Motion. All in Favor.
Barb made a Motion for Kenneth Gardner as Vice President. Steve made a Motion for Peter Fleming as Vice President. A show of hands then took place for votes, with Barb voting for Ken Gardner; Peter, Steve, Rebekah and Mike. Rob voting for Peter as Vice President. Ken did not vote.
Barb made a Motion for Kenneth Gardner as Pro-Tem. Steve made a Motion for Michael Steimling as Pro-Tem. A show of hands then took place for votes, with Peter, Barb, Mike Rob and Ken voting for Ken. Steve and Mike voted for Mike Steimling.  All in Favor for Ken Gardner as Pro-Tem.
Stephen Wagner, President, then took over the meeting.
Barb made a Motion to approve all up for re-appointment: Solicitor, Secretary, Engineer, Zoning Officer, Sewage Enforcement Officer, Building Inspection Underwriters as building inspector. Mike seconded. All in Favor.
Barb made a Motion to re-appoint Planning Commission Members: Arthur Chap, Jay Jones, Carl Romanski and John Hockenbrough. Rob seconded the Motion. All in Favor.
Barb made a Motion to re-appoint Zoning Hearing Board Members: R. Craig Hort, Walter Reichen and Carolyn Bausch. Rob Seconded the Motion. All in Favor.
Barb made a Motion to appoint Jordan Klimas to Emergency Management Director. Ken seconded the Motion. All in Favor.
Reorganization meeting adjourned at 7:09pm.
 
Citizens to be Heard:  
Dave Hughes, President of the Susquehanna Airplane Modelers said he was encouraged to attend the meeting to inquire about the proposed Solar panels on the airport grounds. He said he does agree with solar panels in any way shape or form being placed on the grounds at the airport.  Dave Hughes said the Modelers have not been contacted at all. Steve stated that the Borough knows nothing at this point. Solicitor, Attorney Michetti, stated they will need to comply with local ordinances, planning and zoning. Dave Huges said, “In closing, these solar farms are one ugly sight.” Steve said some residents are also upset about solar panels. Rob Rickard asked Dave Hughes when their lease with the airport expires. Dave said their lease expires in November 2026.
Resident, Dan Haas said he has had chickens coming into his yard since November 2025, they have torn up his yard. Brian Anderson stated he did talk to the neighbors, and they said they would put up a fence. Dan said, “what the neighbor told you was he would repair his fence.” Brian said he would talk with the neighbors again about the chickens.
Old business:
Barb made a Motion to approve the 12/15/2025 meeting minutes. Mike seconded the Motion. All in Favor.
Zoning Officer Report:
Brian Anderson read over his report for December 2025. Brian said the group home on Avenue A was now incompliance with Borough codes/ordinances. The group home on Avenue F and third Street had lighted exit signs installed. Brian will do an inspection the week of January 12th. Ken Gardner said in the past, he has asked for addresses to be listed, Brian said he would do that. Ken also questioned the fees on Brian’s report. Brian stated he is paid $35.00 per hour working with commercial properties vs 20% of the total for the property. Barb made a Motion to accept the report, with Rob seconding. All in Favor.
Street Department Report:
Dan Gable mentioned the Street Department has had several blockages due to wipes being flushed, Dan said Danville Borough has had issues with wipes also blocking their lines. They had a blockage at the Laundromat in Riverside, where traffic had to be controlled by Chief Parkes, in order for the blockage to be cleared. Steve Wagner ‘Thanked’ Chief Parkes for the traffic control while the Street department employees were working to clean out the blockage. Dan would like to let residents know that wipes should not be flushed, even if they say on the package that they can be flushed. Dan also stated that there is lot of grease in the lines that needs to be cleaned out by Adams Sewer & Drain company at least once a year. Rob asked if a basket could be put in manholes to help catch some of the debris. Dan said no, it would slow up the flow. Mike asked if they knew where all the grease came from. Dan said he does not know. Mike suggested installing a grease trap somewhere down the road. Ken asked Attorney Michetti if any other municipalities have an ordinance regarding the flushing of wipes. Attorney Michetti said he was not aware of any.
Leaves that still need to be collected should be bagged and left at curbside. Residents should call the Street Department at (570) 275-5338 to have any bags picked up. Barb made a Motion to accept the Street Department report. Peter seconded. All in Favor.
Southside Fire Company Report:
Barb said the fire company reported there were a lot of trees and wires down due to the high winds. Barb said the fire company will be holding several fundraisers for America’s 250 celebration: a Cash Bash on January 24th and Sportsman Bingo on March 21st.  Barb asked Dan if the fire company trucks could be moved over to the Street Department. Dan said he could work with them on that. Barb will have Jon Stassel contact Dan to coordinate. Rob made a Motion to accept the reports, with Barb seconding. All in Favor.
Police Report:
Kerry read over his report. Mike asked him if he could break down the mileage on each vehicle about once per quarter. Barb made a Motion to upgrade the internet for the municipal building from 300Mbps to 500Mbps for a three-year plan, saving approximately $17.00 per month. Mike seconded the Motion. All in Favor. Peter made a Motion to accept the Police Report, with Barb seconding. All in Favor.
Mayor’s Report:
Todd said he attended the Parade of Light, which was well attended considering how cold it was. Todd swore in the new EMA Director, Jordan Klimas, after this meeting. Todd prepared an informational letter he would like to send out to residents. Barb made a Motion to accept the mayor’s report. Peter seconded. All in Favor.
Solicitor Michetti Report:
Attorney Michetti drew up a Resolution for Riverside Borough to join PLGIT, which permits municipalities to invest monies at higher interest rates. Steve made a Motion to enter the Resolution joining PLGIT. Barb seconded the Motion. All in Favor. Steve made a Motion to authorize the Secretary, Lisa Fritz to be the contact for PLGIT. Peter seconded. All in Favor.
Ken made a Motion for President, Steve Wagner to sign the two ‘Hold Harmless’ Resolutions to indemnify Riverside Borough, regarding Andrew Rupp, Riverside Borough full-time Police Officer, also working in two other municipalities part-time. Peter seconded the Motion. All in Favor.
Mayor, Todd Oberdorf asked the Solicitor if the Borough would be liable for our officer on the Columbia/Montour SWAT? Solicitor Michetti stated, ‘No.’
Solar panels and Wind turbines – Attorney Michetti stated the Borough can adopt ordinances to enhance provision. He also stated that the residential credit expires for solar panel installation. Ken Gardner asked if there is any downside to the Borough for strengthening solar ordinances. Attorney Michetti said, ‘No.’ Ken would like to study and review solar ordinances. Attorney Michetti suggested to speak with an Engineer about types of solar panels. Mike Steimling said, we need to be careful what we allow in, due to the disposal of solar panels. Attorney Michetti provided Council with a solar ordinance to review from another township. Attorney Michetti stated he would get more solar ordinances from other areas for review. Council will discuss it at a future meeting.
Ken said, back in the summer, Council suggested an ordinance on preventing large trucks from parking on streets, he asked if Attorney Michetti had worked on it. Attorney Michetti doesn’t think the Borough should prohibit large trucks from parking in the Borough but could list over a certain length of trucks. The ordinance must be a reasonable one, so the Police can enforce it. Council will investigate options.
Peter made a Motion to accept the Solicitors’ report, Mike seconded. All in Favor.
Borough Life:
Barb said they are continuing to raise money for the America 250 celebration.
Unfinished 2025 Business:
Ken made a Motion to have the Secretary follow the Street Department Union contract, for fringe benefits. Rob Rickard said he would like to table the decision until the next meeting, as he does not feel he can make an informed decision. He would like to read over the Employee Handbook and the Street Department Union contract. Council members decided to table the Secretaries’ sick, vacation and meeting benefits.
Dan is getting information on recycling containers for at the Borough Garage. He said the Borough’s cost would be $100.00 for the container. Barb said people with a Danville address, living in Riverside are taking their recyclables over to Danville’s recycling containers. She reminded Riverside residents that they may not take their recycling over to Danville. Steve said we do need to research recycling for Riverside Borough.
Ken made a Motion for Council Members to attend the boot camp the virtual training held on March 6th and 7th, as it covers many topics. The fee is $150.00. Barb seconded the Motion. All in Favor.
Ken said at the 12/22/2025 Insurance meeting, it was decided to keep the current insurance. In interest to potentially save some money, Ken feels that the liability should only be for three Police Officers, not four.
New Business:
Fire Tax – Barb stated the Southside Fire company paid off their truck, so they do not need the use the fire tax monies for that payment. Attorney Michetti will review the law on Fire Tax to look at the purpose the Fire company will use it for. Barb made a Motion to put the Fire Tax money into a CD. Rob seconded. All in Favor.
Barb made a Motion to go back to two meetings per month, except for the months of May, June, July and August. Rob seconded, stating there are a lot of issues coming up and we should have the second meeting. All in Favor.
Motion to Approve:
Action Items:
Steve said the $312,000.00 Grant must be used by June 2026 on upgrading the sanitary waste and manhole covers on the East End. Steve also stated he would like to pay off the loan on the West End Sewer project if possible. He will contact PennVest to inquire about paying the loan off.
 
Executive Session:
None held.
 
Peter made a Motion to adjourn the meeting at 9:06pm. Barb seconded. All in Favor.
Respectfully Submitted,
Lisa Fritz
Secretary

AGENDA
BOROUGH OF RIVERSIDE COUNCIL MEETING
January 19, 2026
 
PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
 
CALL TO ORDER
 
CITIZENS TO BE HEARD: 
 
I.        OLD BUSINESS
              A. Minutes of 1/5/2026 Meeting
            B. Minutes of 12/22/2025 Special Insurance Meeting
            C.  Secretary Benefits
            D. 2025 Budget Review
            E. Non-Uniform Employee Handbook Revision
 
II.       NEW BUSINESS
           A. Borough Calendar, 3-year and 5-year plans
 
III.      MOTION TO APPROVE
           A. Money to match leftover Grant money
           B. Recycling Container
           C. Door closure device for office entrance door
           D. Storage cabinet for the bathroom
 
IV.       ACTION ITEMS
            A. Delinquent Sewer bills
 
V.        EXECUTIVE SESSION 
ADJOURNMENT
NEXT SCHEDULED COUNCIL MEETING IS Monday, February 2, 2026 @ 7:00 P.M.

 
The Riverside Borough Council met in the Municipal Building, 415 Dewart Street, Riverside on Monday, December 15, 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 was Mayor Todd Oberdorf and Secretary Lisa Fritz.
 
Absent:
 
Citizens present:
Rebekah Lenig, Danny & Brenna Gable, Drew Mumich, Ty Sees and Chris Henrie.
 
Pledge of Allegiance
 
Citizens to be Heard:  
None spoke.
 
Old business:
John made a Motion to accept the meeting Minutes of 12/1/2025. Delavan seconded the Motion. All in Favor.
Steve Thanked exiting Council Members, John Domanski and Delavan Whitenight for their years of service on Council.
Steve stated we have accomplished a lot in the last two years’, and he is very proud of this Council. Other remaining Council members also thanked John and Delavan.
 
New Business: None.
 
Motion to Approve:
John made a Motion to accept the Street Department Union Contract. Ken seconded. All in Favor.
Barb said she had a question on the job description; her question, “Is everyone on the Street Department able to complete the job description in the contract?” Ty Sees, Union Representative, stated that Mike, Peter, and Ken worked with the Street Department on job descriptions. Barb said she had trouble in the past asking the Street Department to use a jack hammer to remove manholes. Dan Gable from the Street Department stated they told Barb the manholes could use a jack hammer to remove manholes. Mike also stated that you cannot use a jack hammer in manholes. Steve tabled that discussion as it is regarding a sewer issue.
 
Delavan made a Motion to sign the annual traffic signal maintenance agreement with TRA Electric. Peter asked Dan if electric maintenance is a problem. Dan said “No, the Street Department does not have the capabilities to work on the light poles, that is why we subcontract out.” John seconded the Motion. All in Favor.
 
Action Items:
Barb rescinded her Motion from the November Council meeting to pay out the medical reimbursements in the month of November each year; due to the fact in the Police Contract, it states they can request the medical reimbursement at any time of their choice. Ken seconded the rescinded Motion. All in Favor.
Ty Sees suggested to pay the reimbursement on a monthly basis. Chris Henrie stated he would rather have it all in one lump sum. Barb made a Motion to pay the medical reimbursement when the employee desires. Delavan seconded. All in Favor.
John made a Motion to join (PLGIT), ‘Pennsylvania Local Government Investment Trust’. Mike seconded. All in Favor. Steve appointed Ken and Peter to work with Lisa to join PLGIT. Attorney Michetti will be asked to draw up a Resolution for PLGIT.
Employee Rolling Monthly Calendar – Ken wants a calendar showing all employees’ vacation time. He would Lisa to email to all Council Members each month. Lisa currently does write down days off on a desk calendar for Steve that is available for all Council members to look at. Rebekah Lenig suggested to use the Outlook Calendar.
Solicitors compensation – Ken stated that we do not receive a bill for the Solicitors services until the end of the year and it makes it a guess when working on the budget. Steve said he has a base of $8,000.00. Steve suggested Council talks to Attorney Michetti when he is at a meeting, regarding his billing.
 
At 7:32pm, Barb made a Motion to go into Executive Session for personal issues. John seconded. All in Favor.
 
Council went back into Public Session at 8:00pm.
Ken made a Motion for Lisa’s health insurance payments to be the same as the in the Street Department Union Contract. Peter seconded. All in Favor.
John made a Motion to stay with Highmark insurance. Barb seconded. All in Favor.
 
John made a Motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:05pm.  Delavan seconded. All in Favor.
 
Respectfully Submitted;
Lisa Fritz, Secretary
 
 

AGENDA
BOROUGH OF RIVERSIDE COUNCIL MEETING
January 5, 2026
 
PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
 
CALL TO ORDER
 
CITIZENS TO BE HEARD: 
 
I.        OLD BUSINESS
              A. Minutes of 12/15/2025 Meeting
            B. Swearing in of Mayor and new Council Members
           C. Re-Organization of President, Vice President and Pro-Tem
           D. Unfinished business from 2025.

• Secretary Benefits, not including Medical Insurance
• Recycling of Electronics
• Council Members Training
• Employees Workman’s Comp and Liability Insurance

II.       ZONING OFFICER REPORT
III.      STREET DEPARTMENT REPORT           
IV.       SOUTHSIDE FIRE COMPANY REPORT
V.        POLICE REPORT
VI.       MAYOR’S REPORT
VII.     SOLICITOR MICHETTI REPORT
           A. PLGIT Resolution
           B. Hold Harmless Agreement
           C. Ordinance for Solar Panels and Wind Turbines
   
VIII.   BORO LIFE COMMITTEE         
IX.       NEW BUSINESS
           A. Fire Tax
X.        MOTION TO APPROVE
            A. 2026-2027 General Consulting Services Contract with Larson Design Group
            B. Re-Appointment of Zoning and SEO Officers
XI.     ACTION ITEMS         
XII.     EXECUTIVE SESSION
ADJOURNMENT
NEXT SCHEDULED COUNCIL MEETING IS Monday, February 2, 2026 @ 7:00 P.M.