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07072026 Council Meeting
Published: Jul 8, 2026
City Contracts for Water Treatment Plant Residual Disposal
The City Council approved a resolution authorizing an agreement with Custom Ag Services LLC for the removal, transportation, and disposal of residuals from two water treatment plant lagoons over a two-year period. The contract cost is $206,250 per year for 2026 and 2027, with an option to renew for six additional years, potentially reaching a maximum value of $1,650,000. The residuals are described as benign solids from the water filtration process, distinct from biosolids from wastewater treatment.
Retired Police Officers to Acquire Duty Handguns
The City Council approved resolutions authorizing the transfer of city-issued duty handguns to two retired police officers: Captain Nicholas Lechman and Sergeant John Casella. This action is in accordance with the third-class city code, which allows retired officers to purchase their duty firearms at fair market value. Councilwoman Kuiotak voted 'Nay' on both resolutions.
City Council Advances Zoning Amendments, Budget Updates, and Shelter Project
The City Council held a public hearing on proposed zoning text amendments related to hotels, short-term rentals, workforce housing, and lot usage. Following public comment, the proposed ordinances were introduced. Bill Number 19, 2026, amending inspection and real estate transfer ordinances, passed 5-1. Bill Number 20, 2026, amending the general fund budget, and Bill Number 21, 2026, amending the capital budget, both passed 6-0. Additionally, resolutions related to use permits for various events, handgun transfers for retired officers, and design services for a family shelter were approved.
City Council Approves Capital Budget Amendment for Greenway Projects
The City Council approved an ordinance amending the 2026 capital budget for non-utilities. This amendment recognizes revenue from a $250,000 grant from DCNR and a $103,000 transfer from the general fund. The total amount of these revenue sources will be appropriated to the South Greenway and South Bethlehem Greenway accounts.
City Council Amends 2026 General Fund Budget for Tempo LLC Agreements
The City Council approved an ordinance to amend the 2026 general fund budget. This amendment recognizes revenue generated from two previously approved agreements with Bethlehem Tempo LLC and appropriates these funds to specific expense accounts. The first agreement increases revenue by $1,000, which is appropriated to public works grounds maintenance. The second agreement increases revenue by $103,000, which will be transferred to the Greenway account.
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