Borough of Alburtis
Meeting Minutes
December 10, 2014
The December 10, 2014 meeting of Borough Council was called to order by Council President,
Steven Hill at 7:00 p.m. in the Borough Hall, 260 Franklin Street, Alburtis, PA.
Council members in attendance:
Steve Hill
Peg McCormack
David Lehr
Associates of Alburtis in attendance:
David Knerr, Solicitor
Kathleen Palmer, Mayor
Kathleen Raines
Cathy Moyer
John Aleszczyk
Sherryann Oels
Sharon Trexler, Executive Secretary
Visitors in attendance: None
MAYOR’S REPORT – The Mayor thanked all of the volunteers for the Holiday Festival on
Sunday. The event was a success and the raffle for the Fire Department raised $1,515.
MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 24, 2014 – Kathleen Raines made a motion to approve the Minutes
of November 24, 2014, Cathy Moyer 2nd and a unanimous vote followed.
BILLS FOR PAYMENT – DECEMBER 10, 2014 – David Lehr made a motion to pay the bills
of December 10, 2014, Kathleen Raines 2nd and a unanimous vote followed.
ADMINISTRATION
Resolution No. 2014-14 – Cathy Moyer made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 2014-14, a
Resolution appointing the Independent Auditor for Fiscal Year 2015, Kathleen Raines 2nd and a
unanimous vote followed.
Resolution No. 2014-15 – Kathleen Raines made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 2014-15, a
Resolution approving the appointment of a deputy tax collector, Sherryann Oels 2nd and a
unanimous vote followed.
Lower Macungie Library – A discussion was held regarding the amount to be given to the Lower
Macungie Library. Several members of Council would like to see the contribution increased to
$12,000 and others would like it to be increased to $11,000. John Aleszczyk made a motion to
increase the contribution to $11,000, Cathy Moyer 2nd. Kathleen Raines and Sherryann Oels
votes yes and Peg McCormack, Steve Hill and David Lehr were opposed. The vote passed 4:3.
588 Thomas Street – This property owner is appealing to the Tax Assessment Appeals Court
regarding his assessment. Borough Council is willing to leave the decision up to the County
Solicitor’s office.
Page 2 – Meeting Minutes of December 10, 2014 (cont.)
MS4 Workshop – Sharon attended an MS4 Workshop at the Lehigh County Planning
Commission. EPA is starting to require more information regarding storm water. Sharon is
working on worksheets for Maintenance for them to chart, not only how many times they sweep
and clean inlets and outlets, but also the lengths completed.
2015 Budget– The budget for 2015 has no tax increase, no water or sewer increase and garbage
will decrease $10.00 per quarter. John Aleszczyk made a motion to advertise the budget, David
Lehr 2nd and a unanimous vote followed.
2015 Meeting Schedule – Sharon prepared the 2015 meeting schedule. Cathy Moyer made a
motion to advertise the meeting schedule, Sherryann Oels 2nd and a unanimous vote followed.
Snow Emergency – The AACC is no longer permitting parking in the AACC lot, but they are
allowing residents to use the pool parking lot. Mayor Palmer has discussed snow emergencies
with the Chief and does not want to call for snow emergencies unless there are 6” or more of
snow. Most homes have parking either in driveways, back yards or garages. John Aleszczyk
made a motion to plow the pool and the Rec Center lots, David Lehr 2nd and a unanimous vote
followed.
Dump Truck – The new dump truck was delivered and then taken to EM Kutz for the dump body
and plow. The invoice for the Chassis is due on January 10. Borough Council would like this
paid in 2015.
Snow blower – Quotes were reviewed for a new snow blower. After review John Aleszczyk
made a motion to purchase the Cub Cadet from Tractor Supply for $799.99, Kathleen Raines 2 nd
and the balance of Council were opposed. Sherryann Oels made a motion to purchase the snow
blower from RH Lorish in the amount of $1,223.20, Cathy Moyer 2nd, John Aleszczyk was
opposed and the balance were ayes.
EXECUTIVE SESSION – An Executive Session was called at 7:30 and ended at 8:50
Health Care – Cathy Moyer made a motion to sign the letter from Capital Blue Cross
acknowledging that there may be timing issues initially with the plan, to enter into the service
agreement with Capital Blue Cross and to enter into the application with Capital Advantage
Assurance Company for the Healthy Benefits PTO 2000.0pd.rx0, the motion was 2nd by Peg
McCormack and a unanimous vote followed.
A motion to adjourn at 8:55 was made by Kathleen Raines, 2nd by Cathy Moyer and a unanimous
vote followed.
Meeting minutes were taken and submitted by Sharon Trexler, Executive Secretary