Reimel to receive service award from PSAB

CRAIG REIMEL

BY REGGE EPISALE
Correspondent

CRAIG REIMEL

CRAIG REIMEL

A long-serving Montrose Borough councilman is being recognized by the state association for his year’s of service. The recognition was announced at the Monday, June 6 borough council meeting.

Craig Reimel has been a member of council since 1985. He is being recognized at the Pennsylvania State Association of Borough annual conference, June 7, in Hershey, for his years of service.

Harrington Street, the paper street found on old maps, has been vacated by the borough.

A subdivision has been approved for Kost Tire and Larry Griffis of Montrose Auto for the mutual utilization of the now available land associated with their businesses.

Jamie Holbert was appointed to serve on council. Holbert will fill the seat vacated by Tony Pickett earlier this year.

Michael Lyden was appointed to serve on the borough’s zoning hearing board.

According to discussion at the meeting, Penelec has announced a 100 percent increase in electric costs. The council is requesting a public hearing, the date to be announced.

Ken DiPhillips, Montrose Street Department, said construction will take place on Prospect Street at the end the summer to replace storm drains, The project is expected to take three to four days.

There will also be improvements made to the storm drain at Maple and Spruce.

The council approved painting curbs.

Julanne Skinner reported a crest on Wilson Street, with cracks in the road and sidewalk, and a sinking of yard, indicating a possible underground water problem.

DiPhillips will be investigating the problem.

PennDOT is transferring ownership of the new traffic lights to the borough. The borough will inspect the lights to make sure they are working and in good condition prior to taking possession.

A long-standing ordinance prohibits the burning of refuse or garbage, including paper and boxes, in the borough. The council encourages residents to report infractions of the ordinance to the police department. Citations will be issued when warranted. This does not include the burning of wood in contained campfires.

Victoria Roberge requested that council approve a plan to close an alley leading to the back of the Tannery Place on Thursdays in order to provide a safe place for vendors and make the Farmers Market safer for residents and children.

The Farmers Market is open every Thursday, 2-7 p.m., and includes multiple vendors and activities for children.

One local restaurant also uses the outdoor space in the lot to host live music and food.

Council suggested the interested parties meet with police to reach mutual terms.

Residents who use the Tannery parking lot should be aware that the traffic flow will change on Thursdays during the summer.

David Darrow, Montrose Borough Emergency Management Coordinator, is surveying for the location of disabled individuals in the borough. The information will be used to provide assistance in case of an emergency.

Residents are asked to contact Darrow with the location of individuals who may be in need of assistance.

Montrose Police Chief Dale Smith reported police activities for May that included: 94 traffic stops resulting in 61 warnings and 33 citations, including one alcohol related DUI and one drug related DUI; six ambulance assists; two motor vehicle accidents; two criminal mischief incidents; 24 other actions.

Two new patrol officers will join the police department. Council approved the hiring of Jessica Zaweski and Joshua Diddick.

Plans are in place to improve Memorial Park and provide residents with more recreational opportunities. Reimel said he would like to turn the current volleyball court into a paved multi-purpose area.

One proposed use would be a Pickle Ball Court. Local residents have been taking Pickle Ball classes at the Adult School and are interested in a suitable location to play. Pickle Ball is much like tennis, but uses a whiffle-ball and racket-ball-like paddles.

There are also plans to improve the current basketball court.

Cynthia Goodman submitted plans for a family night at the park to be held the third Friday of each summer month, beginning in June and running through August, weather permitting.

The evening will open with music at 7p.m., and a movie will be shown on a large screen at dusk.

There will be limited food available for a nominal cost, like pizza, popcorn, water, and lemonade. All families are invited to attend the summer events. More information can be found at www.montroseborough.com.

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