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Page |1 Borough of Steelton Council Agenda June 1, 2015 Call Meeting to Order: Vice President Maria Marcinko Pledge of Allegiance: Vice President Maria Marcinko Moment of Silence: Mayor Thomas F. Acri There were no executive sessions held between meetings. Public Comment on Agenda Items Only Presentations: Mayor Acri Oath of Office to Casey McMillan Mayor Acri Oath of Office to Dory Thompson Communication: None Unfinished Business: Mr. Wion Ordinance amending the Tobacco Free Zone Ordinance New Business: None Audience Participation Council Concerns Executive Session Other Business Adjournment  Page |2 Borough of Steelton Council Agenda June 1, 2015  Page |1 Steelton Borough Council Meeting June 1, 2015 The regular monthly meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm, by Vice President, Maria Marcinko, with the pledge of allegiance, followed by a moment of silence. In Attendance: Michael Albert Maria Marcinko Brian Proctor Steve Shaver Denae House Mayor Thomas Acri David A. Wion, Solicitor Sara Gellatly, Borough Manager King Klinepeter Absent: Mary Jo Szada Jeffery Wright PRESENTATIONS: Mayor, Thomas F. Acri – Oath of Office to Casey McMillan Mayor Thomas F. Acri administered the Oath of Office as a police officer to Casey McMillan. Mayor, Thomas F. Acri – Oath of Office to Dory Thompson Mayor Thomas F. Acri administered the Oath of Office as a police officer to Dory Thompson. Ms. Marcinko congratulated and welcomed the officers to the Borough. PUBLIC COMMENT: AGENDA ITEMS ONLY None COMMUNICATION: Letter from Tony and Mary Goles and Kitty Kocevar thanking Chief King, Niki Salov and two borough employees for their prompt and efficient action in a code enforcement matter. A motion was made by Ms. Marcinko to place the letter in the personnel file of Niki Salov and John King, seconded by Ms. House and approved unanimously by all present.  Page |2 Steelton Borough Council Meeting June 1, 2015 UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Mr. Wion, Ordinance amending the Tobacco Free Zone Ordinance – Mr. Wion stated that the Borough considered, through a committee discussion last month, to revise a portion of its Steelton Code, Chapter 77 Parks and Recreational Facilities. The revisions are: first, to delete all reference to the Steelton Highspire Recreation Commission, which is no longer in existence, and second, to change the provision of 77-3 Prohibited Conduct, Sub-Section 819 from its previous provisions dealing with fire arms, to a new section prohibiting the consumption or use of tobacco, including without limitation, smoking, which is then defined, or chewing tobacco products in areas clearly posted with signage and designated as tobacco free zones. Smoking and use of tobacco products are also prohibited within a reasonable distance of not less than 20 feet from areas that are posted with signage and designated tobacco free zones. These revisions are contained in a new Ordinance which also provides for the removal of persons who are violating that section. That is Ordinance #2015-3 for Council’s consideration. A motion was made by Mr. Proctor for the approval of Ordinance #2015-3 seconded by Mr. Albert and approved unanimously by all present. NEW BUSINESS: None AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION: Diane Miller, 448 Swatara Street Ms. Miller thanked the police and the acting code enforcement officer for their help cleaning up the neighborhood. She suggested that the Borough needs the tenants that live there to get involved. Markis Millberry, 349 Spruce Street Mr. Millberry asked about the status of his Right to Know requests that he submitted. Mr. Powell, 321 Lebanon Street Mr. Powell asked questions about a news segment he saw on TV about an application regarding water samples. Mr. Acri stated that there was a segment on TV about a Right to Know request which the TV station had submitted for paperwork. The station was were looking for how funds were being allocated and distributed.  Page |3 Steelton Borough Council Meeting June 1, 2015 Kelly Kratzer, 320 Spruce Street Ms. Kratzer asked what the curfew hours are for the Borough. Chief King advised that the curfew for persons 17 and under is 11:00 p.m. and 16 and under is 10:00 p.m. Ms. Kratzer asked about the use of motorized scooters, bikes. Ms. Kratzer stated that there are some issues with young children coming down the board walk into traffic. Markis Millberry, 349 Spruce Street Mr. Millberry asked when the potholes will be fixed in the Borough. A response was given that the Public Works Department will check the locations indicated by Mr. Millberry. COUNCIL’S CONCERNS: Mr. Proctor – On June 27th at 3:00 p.m. there will be a Dedication Ceremony at the Midget Baseball Field. Mr. Albert – asked Chief King to explain the nature and operation of Junior Police Academy. Detective Minium provided a brief overview of the academy. Mr. Acri – thanked the police department for the academy this year and thanked everyone for coming to the meeting, especially the family of the two new police officers. Ms. Gellately – the UGI project began today and is expected to last six weeks. Mohn Street Park is still moving along and that is expected to be finished on time. The vehicle for the fire chief is in process. The issue with one of the cell phones was resolved. There are changes to the fire company By-Laws needed. Invoices are being turned in late, past the due-date. Chief King – welcomed the new police officers. Ms. Marcinko – welcomed new police officers. The John Marcinko’s Memorial Fund will be used partially for the Junior Police Academy.  Page |4 Steelton Borough Council Meeting June 1, 2015 EXECUTIVE SESSION At 6:56 p.m. a motion was made by Mr. Albert to enter into Executive Session for a personnel matter seconded by Mr. Proctor and approved unanimously by all present. OTHER BUSINESS None ADJOURNMENT: There being no other business before Council, on a motion made by Ms. House, seconded by Mr. Albert, the meeting adjourned at 8:02 pm. Respectively Submitted: __________________________________ Sara Gellatly Borough Secretary 14008-001/FL*43229