Work Session of Council

Town of Greenville Work Session Minutes 02/04/26 www.greenvilleborough.com MINUTES OF A WORK SESSION MEETING OF THE BOROUGH OF GREENVILLE COUNCIL HELD IN COUNCIL CHAMBERS WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. 1. Call to Order Jean Carr-Fisher, Mayor If you are a visitor to council, we ask you to please sign in at the door and turn off all cellular telephones. The public was reminded they may be audio or video recorded during the meeting. 2. Roll Call: Jean Carr-Fisher, Mayor Brian Shipley, Deputy Mayor Linda Zuschlag, President Pro Tempor – via Phone Chad Bromley, Councilor Anne Butcher, Councilor Joshua Stephens, Councilor Trey Wilt, Councilor Jasson W. Urey, Borough Manager Solicitor, Douglas, Joseph & Olson Also present: Frank Vanderslice Frank Luciani Joel Rinella – audio recording Niki Knauf Aryiana Knauf Dr. Mary Jane Hirt – via Teams Brian Albaugh Tracy Beil Andrew Hofing Paul Hamill Joe Cushman Becky Savchuk Staff: Media: Amy Hollowell, Assistant Borough Manager Caleb Stright, The Record-Argus – audio recording Rosalynn Reagle, Assistant Borough Manager Hailey Rogenski, Sharon Herald – audio recording Dave Hetrick, Financial Assistant Matthew Breedlove, Director of Community Development 3. Invocation: Deacon Frank Luciani, St. Michael Church Flag Salute led by Councilor Chad Bromley 4. Public Comments – (3-minute time limit) Residents: Ms. Becky Savchuk, 119 East Avenue, commented on the sales of water and sewer systems. Page 1 of 4 Town of Greenville Work Session Minutes 02/04/26 Mr. Joel Rinella, 424 South Main Street, asked why informational items are not posted on the website. He also commented on filling the Assistant Borough Manager position. He questioned why the position was not advertised, what the person’s qualifications were, and her employee evaluations. Mrs. Tracy Beil, 6 Ferguson Way, questioned the council committee assignments, noting there are currently two council members on almost every committee, influencing every decision, when some are completely left out of the process. Mr. Joe Cushman, 56 South Second Street, asked why he was being refused communications. Non-Residents: None 5. Unfinished Business A. Council was advised of the need to adopt Ordinance 1675, increasing the indebtedness of the Borough of Greenville by issuing a General Obligation Note in the amount of $350,000.00 for sundry purposes. Mayor Carr-Fisher clarified that this is borrowing for a fire truck. There was no deliberation. 6. New Business A. Council was advised of the need to enter into a transfer agreement for the donation of the R W Sidley properties (55 518 090, 55 518 097, 55 518 094, 55 518 093, 55 518 092, 855518 091, and 55 518 089), plus all closing costs that will be incurred. Mayor Carr-Fisher asked if the cost was known, and Councilor Butcher asked about title work. Solicitor Douglas replied that the closing cost will not be known until closing. There was no deliberation. B. Council was advised of the recommendation from the Personnel Committee to enter into an employment agreement with Amy Hollowell as Assistant Manager for a two-year term with a starting wage of $71,000.00 and a 2.5% increase in 2027. Councilor Stephens questioned the salary, asking why it was not the same as Mrs. Reagle’s salary. Councilor Wilt noted that, even with the slightly lower ($750.00) salary, this employee does not require as much training, and we should give her the same salary as Mrs. Reagle. Councilor Butcher agreed, saying it is minuscule. Councilor Wilt asked if any changes were needed for the motion on Monday’s agenda. The solicitor recommended that the motion stay as written, and if a councilor wanted to change it at the meeting, they could do so then. There were no further deliberations. C. Council was advised of the recommendation from the Mayor to apply for the Keystone Historic Preservation Planning Grant for the train station located at 306 Main Street (across the tracks from the Railroad Museum). Mayor Carr-Fisher explained that she and Mr. Urey met with Senator Brooks, State Representative Park Wentling, and representatives from Norfolk Southern and the Historical Commission to discuss applying for grants to preserve the building. The Senator outlined some discussion points and said the borough could apply for this grant, and that if a lease agreement is not worked out with the railroad, the borough could decline the grant award. There is a 50% match for this specific grant. Councilor Butcher questioned a lease with the railroad, wondering whether we could sublet the building. She also questioned the terms of the lease. The Senator and Mayor Carr- Fisher feel this is an important part of our town and are asking for Mr. Urey to apply for the grant. Page 2 of 4 Town of Greenville Work Session Minutes 02/04/26 Mr. Urey noted this specific grant would be used for a study of property rehabilitation feasibility and could be $5,000-$25,000 grant with a like match. Councilor Wilt feels the borough should apply; the only time invested is Mr. Urey’s time completing the application. Councilor Shipley was uneasy about leasing the building, noting the current lease between the railroad and the borough for the Railroad Museum property and the increase over the last couple of years. Councilor Butcher asked if the Senator’s office could assist in writing the grant. Mayor Carr-Fisher noted that the Senator is looking into grants for the required fencing that will need to be installed around the property for safety. There were no further deliberations. D. Council was advised of the need to award the Municipal Building Boiler Replacement to Renick Brothers Construction with the low bid of $61,000.00. There was no deliberation. E. Council was advised of the need to appoint _________ (two (2) seats) to the Airport Commission with a term ending December 31, 2026. These are one-year terms. The two candidates are Chris Kirkland and Darren Johnson. There was no deliberation. F. Council was advised of the Mayor’s changes to the standing council committees. Councilors were advised of the assignment changes and the consolidation of the Strategic Management and Personnel committees. Councilor Shipley expressed displeasure with the consolidation of these two committees. Mayor Carr-Fisher noted this was information for the board. There were no further deliberations. 7. Public Comments – (Agenda items only) Residents: Mr. Joel Rinella, 424 South Main Street, discussed item A and asked about the environmental studies, wanting to ensure the borough is not left with problems. Mr. Joe Cushman, 56 South Second Street, discussed item C, asking why the borough is picking properties to help. What is the difference between his property and the railroad property? Non-Residents: None 8. Council Comments Councilor Butcher stated regarding Item B that blanket raises are not uncommon, job descriptions are available, and employee evaluations are conducted. Amy will be a fantastic replacement for Roz. She has worked side by side with her for years and is the best choice to fill the assistant manager position. Councilor Bromly thanked everyone for coming and urged Mr. Cushman to have his legal counsel contact our solicitor due to the litigation filed by Mr. Cushman. Councilor Stephens thanked everyone for attending tonight and said he has worked with Amy on many projects over the years, and that the borough should be happy with Amy stepping into this position. He said he will always support our administration staff and have their backs. Councilor Wilt spoke regarding the R.W. Sidley property, which had been vacant his entire life. This is an opportunity to give it new life. As to administrative costs, we have an extraordinarily qualified candidate to promote, and by doing this, we are saving time and money by not having to search for and train a new person. He also supports the grant to save historical buildings. Page 3 of 4 Town of Greenville Work Session Minutes 02/04/26 9. Mayor's Comments – She thanked Councilor Wilt for his excitement. She also hopes this council will work well together. We are on our way to good things. It takes time to get better. 10. Borough Manager's Comments – To Mr. Rinella’s points, fourteen years ago, there was no succession plan to be found. We’ve implemented them, which is the best business practice. Promoting from within is the best way. 11. Adjournment– Councilor Shipley requested to adjourn to executive session to discuss a personnel matter. This session of council was adjourned at 7:28 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Jasson W. Urey Borough Manager Page 4 of 4