Meeting Minutes – November 10, 2025

December 8,2025

The November 10th meeting of the Yorkana Borough Council was called to

order by President Steve Daugherty. After the pledge of allegiance an

invocation was given by Lyn McElhenny. Members present in addition

To Steve and Lyn were: Nita Smith, Dave Bardo, Marv Henise, Chris

Grosh, Ruthann Palacios and Jolene Kirsch. Absent was Mayor

McElhenny.

The minutes of the October meeting were read and approved on a motion

from Ruthann and 2nd by Lyn.

The treasurer’s report was approved on a motion from Jolene and 2nd by

Marv.

Old Business: The Kefauver’s are still working on cleaning up their

property. 

Hildebrand property. We received an estimate from Michael Leahy to fix the

storm drain on the street in front of the property of between $8500.00 –

$10,000.00. The landfill has agreed to pay up to $4500.00.

The work by Servpro did not pass inspection, there is still a mold

problem. They have agreed to re-do the work. The manager will meet next

week with Marv and will re-inspect. A motion was made by Ruthann and

2nd by Chris to pay $280.00 for the re-inspection.

Marv contacted two businesses for estimates to re-do the basement. We

only received one reply before the meeting. Hildebrand gave an estimate

for insulation, drywall, framed, foam board and 2 outside doors for

$10337.00. Add ons would include 2 windows and another door for a total

of $12893.19.

Christmas tree lighting is set for December 6th from 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. Set

up will begin at 3:30p.m.

Lyn offered to donate a gift card to the winner of the cookie contest.

New Business: The 2026 proposed budget was presented to council by

Nita. There will be no tax increase. The tax rate will remain the same at

.250, the total proposed budget is $52,000.00. The budget is open for

inspection with an appointment. A motion was made by Lyn and 2nd by

Marv to accept

Nita is to send letters for all unpaid tax bills

A motion to pay bills was made by Chris and 2nd by Marv.

The next meeting will be December 8th.

Adjourn 1st Ruthann and 2nd Dave.

Respectfully Submitted

Jolene Kirsch