Meeting Minutes – July 2025
August 11,2025
The July 14 meeting of the Yorkana Borough Council was called to order followed by the pledge of allegiance and an invocation given by Lyn McElhenny. Present were: President Steve Daugherty, Vice President Christine Grosh, Secretary/Treasurer Juanita Smith and council members Lyn McElhenny, Dave Bardo, Marvin Henise, Ruthann Palacios, and Jolene Kirsch. Absent was Mayor McElhenny.
The minutes of the June meeting were read and accepted on a motion by Ruthann and 2nd by Lyn.
The treasurer’s report was given and approved on a motion by Jolene and 2nd by Marv.
Old Business: The new property on Frey’s Avenue is hooking up to the town’s water supply. Christine was given permission to have work done on our website problems. After discussion it was decided that decisions on borough business should not be made outside of an official meeting. If necessary a special meeting can be called if cannot wait until the next scheduled meeting.
As far as the weed problems in the town, 69 Main St., is to be handed over to the district justice and fined $600.00 (not first warning). 21 Main St. also given to district justice and fined $200.00, 81 Main St. there is a sheriff sale scheduled in August and complaints must go through the realtor right now. Lastly, 72 and 79 Main St should again receive a letter about weeds on their properties.
The Block Party scheduled for September was discussed in length, Katie Bradenberg was not present but prepared a thorough report on costs and rental items for the event. Marv is to approach the landfill and see if they would contribute anything towards the party for the Borough.
The Community Yard Sale is on September 6th this year.
New Business: Fall cleanup is on Saturday November 7th., this year and Spring cleanup is scheduled for May 2nd., 2026.
Water runoff at the properties (5800 – 5806 Valley View Road) was discussed. The driveways and being eroded from runoff of rainwater. C.S. Davidson Engineers are to be contacted to see what steps can be taken to correct the problem,
A motion to pay bills was made by Jolene and 2nd by Christine.
A motion to adjourn was made by Ruthann and 2nd by Dave.
Next meeting is August 11,2026.
Respectfully Submitted Jolene Kirsch