Meeting Minutes – September 2025

October 13, 2025

The September meeting of Yorkana Borough council was called to order by President Steve Daugherty. The pledge to the flag was followed by Chris Kraft with the invocation. Members present in addition to the president were Nita Smith, Dave Bardo, Ruthann Palacios, Chris Grosh, Marv Henise. Jolene Kirsch and Mayor McElheny. Absent was Lyn McElheny.

A motion to accept the previous minutes was made by Ruthann and 2nd by Marv after a correction was made to add a donation of $500 to be made to the church towards the block party.

The treasurer’s report was read and accepted on a motion by Ruthann and 2nd by Chris.

Old Business: It was decided to send a letter to Kefauver’s in reference to the weed problem on their property, It was reported that letters already sent to residents about weeds have resulted in properties being cleaned up.

Chris Kraft from CS Davidson was present at the meeting and advised the water problem on Yorkana Road needs a resolution from the borough to apply for funds. A motion from Ruthann and 2nd by Marv was made to do so.

Regarding the Hildebrand property, the state is only responsible for the grate on the road, everything else must be removed and replaced. A contractor Mike Lehey, who looked at the project, recommended we contact the landfill to help financially because it is a safety issue.

 New Business: Keith Flayharty will now be responsible for the snow plowing on roads belonging to the borough.

Hopple was here to represent Safer station 13. We were informed the fire apparatus is installed with units which registers the speed and safety infraction of the equipment and reports directly to an official. There were 944 calls year to date for all stations in Safer 13.

Trick or Treat is set for October 31st from 6pm to 8pm.

It was reported that the water line was installed on Frey’s Ave.

Michelle Klugh was approved for animal control on a– motion from Chris and 2nd by Marv.

A motion to pay bills was made by Jolene and 2nd by Dave.

Motion to adjourn made by Ruthann and 2nd by Marv.

Respectfully submitted Jolene Kirsch