​August 4th at 10:30 am, Danville Assembly of God, 734 Sixth Street - 
Theatrical Performance:  Resurgent Life https://resurgentlife.org/ a nonprofit of Harbor of Hope Counseling, announces the incredible and powerful one-man spoken dramatic performance of the great Apostle Peter!
 
This wonderful dramatic portrayal of Apostle Peter will be presented by Walter Smith. Feel free to go to https://www.menoftheword.info/about to learn more about his dramatic presentations of not only Biblical persons but also historical persons. You can also view his monologue about Elijah and how he sought to run from depression and anxiety at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W7JqPIeS52E
 
Questions about the performance - please call Jeni at 570-764-6444 option 1.
 
August 5th at 6:30 pm, Danville Assembly of God, 734 Sixth Street
Marriage and Relationship Workshop: 
         Building Relationships That Last
Cost: $10 per couple at the door
Resurgent Life nonprofit and Harbor of Hope Counseling present "Building Relationships that Last".
 
This impactful workshop will be led by Max Harrison who is a certified Life Coach and Licensed Associate Professional Counselor with the state of PA. He has decades of experience working in the mental health field with clients who need marriage and relationship coaching/counseling.
 
This workshop will not only enhance your marriage and relationships but also bring healthy long-lasting passion and love into your home.
 
Questions: Call Jeni at the office - 570-764-6444 option 1
 
 
August 10th at 4:30 pm, Danville Assembly of God, 734 Sixth Street
Community Picnic! Bring a side dish and dessert to share along with chairs for each person in your group - the church will provide meats and all the rest. Text the church at 570-218-9506 with your name and the number of people in your group who plan to attend. No alcoholic beverages are permitted on the church property.
 
 

AGENDA
BOROUGH OF RIVERSIDE COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
July 9, 2024
 
PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
 
CALL TO ORDER
 
CITIZENS TO BE HEARD: 
 
I.        OLD BUSINESS
              A. Appointment of Council Member
           
ADJOURNMENT
NEXT SCHEDULED COUNCIL MEETING IS Monday, August 5, 2024 @ 7:00 P.M.

Hello Riverside Residents,
The third quarter sewer bills will be mailed today, July 5th.
​Please pass the word to folks you know do not use social media.

RIVERSIDE BOROUGH COUNCIL
 
The Riverside Borough Council met in the Municipal Building, 415 Dewart Street, Riverside on Monday, June 3, 2024 at 7:00pm.  Meeting was called to order by President, Stephen Wagner.
 
Council members present: 
Peter Fleming, John Domanski, Barb Kriner and Delavan Whitenight, Jr.
Also present was Solicitor Joseph Michetti Jr. Police Chief Kerry Parkes, Street Department Superintendent Dan Gable, Mayor John LaMotte and Secretary Lisa Fritz.
 
Absent:
Beth Rake, Ken Gardner and Brian Anderson.
 
Citizens present:
Christa Guenther, Michael Kemner, Nate Waite, Drew Mumich and Paris Tennenhouse.
 
Pledge of Allegiance
 
Citizens to be Heard:  
Resident, Nate Waite addressed Council with a sewer challenge he has at his property. When he purchased the property in 2021, it had sewer repairs completed. Brian Anderson issued a “Certificate of Compliance”, stating the repairs were completed. Mr Waite is now selling his property, an inspection found the repairs were not completed.
Solicitor, Attorney Michetti advised Council to gather information and review it, then address the issue.
 
Danville Airport representatives told Council there are several trees on Residents’ property obstructing the end of the runway. Barb Kriner asked when the water runoff will be taken care of, they stated it will be done by November 2024.
 
Old business:
John made a Motion to accept the Minutes of the May 20th Meeting. Barb seconded. All in Favor.
 
Zoning Officer Report:
Council read over Brian Anderson’s report. Barb made a Motion to accept the Zoning Report, Delavan seconded. All in Favor.
 
Street Department Report:
Dan Gable read over his report. Dan stated there is an unused Lateral in the Borough which needs repaired. Barb made a Motion for Dan to contact Adams Sewer & Repair to plug the unused lateral. John Domanski seconded the Motion. All in Favor.
Delavan asked if the retention pond in Sabra Way has been cleaned, Dan said it has not cleaned by the property owners. Attorney Michetti will send another letter to the owners regarding clean-out of the retention pond on their property. Dan touch base on Dumpster Day being held on Saturday, June 8th; Dan said people are asking what to do with TV’s and electronic devices, as they are not accepted at Dumpster Day. John LaMotte stated there are transfer stations in the area that do accept such devices.
Barb made a Motion to accept the Street Department report. John seconded. All in Favor.
 
Southside Fire Company Report:
No report submitted.
 
Police Report:
Kerry presented his report. Kerry asked Council if he could have a cleaning service do a thorough office cleaning. John Domanski made a Motion for Kerry to get three (3) cleaning estimates. Barb seconded. All in Favor.
Barb made a Motion to accept the Police Report. Delavan seconded the Motion. All in Favor.
 
Mayor’s Report:
Nothing to report.
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Solicitor Michetti Report:
Sewer Laterals - Attorney Michetti stated he researched sewer laterals and in his opinion, Council will have to look at the Ordinances and take action; recommending an Amendment of the Ordinance. It would take an Engineer to re-write the whole ordinance and would take longer that an amendment. The service line is end of the Right-of-Way to the home. A discussion was held on the Amusement Tax ordinance. John Domanski suggested Council schedule a workshop to discuss updating several ordinances’. A Workshop will held on Monday, June 24 at 7:00pm in the Borough Office. Barb made a Motion to accept the Solicitors report, with Delavan seconding the Motion. All in Favor.
 
Borough Life:
Nothing to Report.
 
New Business:
Elizabeth (Beth) Rake submitted a letter resigning as Council Vice President, effective immediately. She also turned in a letter resigning from Council, Effective Monday, June 10, 2024. Beth is moving and will not be able to serve on Riverside Borough Council. Barb made a Motion to accept Beth’s letter of resignation as Vice President, effective immediately. Delavan seconded. All in Favor.
Peter Fleming nominated himself for Vice President. Barb Kriner nominated herself for the seat of Vice Presidency. Peter, John D. and Steve Wagner voted for Peter as Vice President. Barb and Delavan voted for Barb as Vice President. Peter made a Motion to close the nominations for Vice President. John Domanski seconded the Motion. All in Favor. Peter won as Vice President in a 3 to 2 vote. Barb made a Motion to accept Peter for Vice President, with Delavan seconding the Motion. All in Favor.
 
Motion to Approve:
PennVest – John Domanski suggested to apply for another loan and/or a Grant. Barb stated there is enough money to match the one million dollar grant. Barb made a Motion to approve the PennVest loan. Peter seconded. All in Favor.
Pump Station – A discussion held about moving forward with the generator project. Peter feels Council should move forward with the generator project. The County grants have to be matched before any money can be used. Council discussed using the PennVest loan as the matching amount. Barb suggested using $500,000.00 from the sewer account to match one (1) grant to get started on the generator.
Subdivision Plan for the former School Property. Attorney Michetti authorized Council President, Steve Wagner and Secretary, Lisa Fritz to execute the Subdivision Plan.
 
Action Items:
None.
Executive Session:
John made a Motion to move into Executive Session at 8:35pm. Barb seconded. All in Favor.
Council reconvened back into Regular Session at 9:08pm.
 
Peter made a Motion to adjourn at 9:08pm. Delavan seconded. All in Favor.
Respectfully Submitted:
 Lisa Fritz
Secretary

***FROM THE DESK OF THE MAYOR, JOHN LaMOTTE***
Although the overwhelming generosity of the residents of Riverside is greatly appreciated, the 'Sharing Kiosk" was not intended for household items.
The original intent was for Residents to share their bountiful harvest(s) throughout the summer months. Also, it is a Community bulletin board. Household items and toys would be better served going to the Salvation Army. Inappropriate and potential dangerous items have been found in the Kiosk and removed.