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Plum Boro Council Work Session Meeting - July 2026
Published: Jul 7, 2026
Plum Borough Proposes Banquet Hall Rental Fee Increase Due to High Demand and Operating Costs
The council is considering a rate increase for banquet hall rentals. The rental program, launched in April 2023, has seen high demand, prompting a review of operating costs. Analysis by the finance director indicated that the current price was too low to cover utilities, staffing, cleaning, maintenance, and insurance. The proposed increase would raise the weekend rental rate from $575 to $750, before a 25% resident discount. Comparable facilities in the area were reviewed, and pricing has not changed since the program's inception.
Geotechnical Studies Planned for Ross Hollow and Elliker Roads to Address Structural Issues
The council received two proposals from KU Resources for geotechnical studies on Elliker Road and Ross Hollow Road to assess existing problems. While Elliker Road may be addressed later this year, immediate attention is needed for Ross Hollow Road due to signs of leaning. The study for Ross Hollow will involve placing survey nails in the asphalt to monitor movement and drilling to identify bedrock depth for slab repairs. This process is similar to studies conducted on Barnes Road and Warren Fred. The data gathered will help determine repair costs and budgeting for future projects.
Fire Study Nears Completion, Data Collection and Departmental Review Ongoing
Resident Vicki Rossler inquired about the status of the fire study. The borough manager stated that the study is not yet complete, and a draft copy was received last week. The process is in its early stages, involving survey information from fire departments. Additional data collection is needed from departments that may have overlooked requests. Following data collection, meetings will be held with departments to discuss the results. While an ideal timeframe would be before budget season, no firm commitment on a completion date was given, emphasizing the importance of thorough discussion with departments.
Plum Borough Council Reviews Lot Line Revision for Municipal Property Transfer to PBMA
The council discussed a lot line revision for the old municipal property to accommodate a request from the Plumborough Municipal Authority (PBMA) for 0.79 acres. This revision, previously approved as a subdivision last month, requires a formal inter-municipal agreement via an advertised ordinance. Minor revisions, such as updating 'Plum Township' to 'Plum Borough' on older acquired property deeds, were also noted.
Resident Seeks Designated Monday Evening Slot for Plum Pickleball Club
A resident, Vicki Rossler, requested permission to use the pickleball courts on Monday evenings from 6 to 9 PM for an organized pickleball club for Plum residents. She stated she has about 15 people interested and can advertise through community Facebook pages. The borough manager indicated that while there isn't a formal reservation process, a sign could be posted, and any walk-up players should be welcomed to join. The resident confirmed she would keep the borough informed and manage the group's participation. The request was generally approved with the understanding that it's a public facility and new players should be accommodated.
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