Tyrone Borough Council Meeting - May 12, 2025 Agenda

Meeting Overview

The Tyrone Borough Council is scheduled to hold its regular meeting on May 12, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The agenda covers standard procedural items, a public hearing regarding zoning changes, and several departmental reports.

Key Agenda Items

Public Hearing: Zoning Amendment

A public hearing will be convened by Solicitor Stants to discuss an amendment to Chapter 205 (Zoning) of the Borough Code.

• Specific Change: The hearing focuses on Article IV, Section 205-12 ("T-C Town Center Commercial District").
• Purpose: To allow drive-thru windows for eating and drinking establishments.
• Outcome: The hearing will also address the ratification of Chapter 205 and the repeal of inconsistent ordinances.

Public Comment

The following individuals and groups are scheduled to speak:

• Tom Templeton: Samaritan’s Promise
• Pastor Keith Deal: Community Worship Center Church
• Tyrone Percussion: Presentation of Accomplishment
• Donna Reese: Pickleball

Borough Manager’s Report & Motions

The manager's report (Tab 4) includes several motions for approval:

• Awarding the sale of Procaster Plows to G & R Excavating.
• Awarding a bid for improvements to Railroad Park.
• Approving the 2025 Street Paving Program.
• Discussion on removing a parking space.
• Approving the sale of lands to PennDOT.
• Approving a pipeline easement agreement with PNG.
• Approving RFPs for a Pension Attorney.

Solicitor’s Report (Tab 5)

The solicitor will present proposed ordinances and resolutions:

• Ordinance No. 1485: Amend Zoning Ordinance.
• Ordinance No. 1486: Selling properties to PennDOT (Right-of-Ways).
• Ordinance No. 1487: Amending the Parking Meter Ordinance.
• Resolution No. 2025-03: Supporting the US Semi-quintcentennial.

Departmental Reports

Reports will be received from the following departments:

• Consulting Engineer (Tab 6)
• Code Enforcement (Tab 7)
• Police Department (Tab 8): Includes a motion to approve a private handicap parking space for Dean.
• Sewer Department (Tab 9)
• Water Department (Tab 10)
• Highway Department (Tab 11)

Administrative Items

• Approval of Minutes: From the April 14, 2025 meeting.
• Approval of Financials: For the period ending April 30, 2025.