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High School Basketball – Shippensburg @ Gettysburg – 01/09/2026
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Catherine Wallen announces run the 193rd Legislative District seat
Catherine Wallen addressed attendees, during a gathering, at the Dobbin House this morning, to announce her candidacy for the 193rd District seat. Wallen spoke about her roots in Adams County, her family’s long-standing connection to the community, and a life shaped by service and hard work.
A lifelong resident of York Springs, Wallen shared that she and her husband, David, raised their three children locally, with multiple generations graduating from Bermudian Springs. She highlighted her family’s commitment to service, including careers in health care, and the United States military, and expressed pride in the values those experiences represent.
Wallen reflected on her professional background, including 20 years in health care working closely with cancer patients and their families, an experience she said reinforced the importance of compassion, accountability, and being present for others. She also discussed her eight years serving as district director for the 193rd Legislative District with former Rep. Torren Ecker, where her work focused on assisting constituents, supporting local organizations, and working with communities across the region.
Wallen also spoke about owning and operating Orchard Views LLC, a family farm business in York Springs, noting the insight it has given her into the challenges facing small businesses and agriculture. Wallen concluded by thanking attendees and community members for their continued involvement and commitment to Adams County.
A special election will be held on March 17, 2026, to fill the vacant Pennsylvania State Representative seat for the 193rd Legislative District, which includes parts of Adams and Cumberland counties.
The vacancy occurred after the former representative, Republican Torren Ecker, resigned on December 30, 2025, to assume his new role as an Adams County Court of Common Pleas judge, to which he was elected in November 2025
Player of the Game – Breckin Lasher – 01/07/2026
Congratulations to the Player of the Game for Community Media’s Game of the Week – West York @ New Oxford, Breckin Lasher from West York!
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New Mayor Sworn in at Borough of Hanover Reorganization Meeting
Hanover, PA – Newly elected Mayor Heidi Hormel, along with three newly elected, two incumbent Council members and returning tax collector were sworn in during the Borough of Hanover’s biannual reorganization meeting held Monday, January 5, 2026, at the Public Administration Building in Hanover.
A lifelong Hanover resident, Hormel previously served as a Council member from 2006 to 2014 and is the daughter of longtime Hanover resident and former Mayor Maggie Hormel, who served from 1993 to 2007. Mayor Hormel’s term will run for four years, until December 31, 2029.
One of Mayor Hormel’s first official acts was casting deciding votes in the election of Council officers. Returning Council member Tim Kress, representing the First Ward, was elected Council President, while incumbent Council member Dr. Barbara Rupp, representing the Fourth Ward, was elected Vice-President.
Kress has served the Borough Council since December 2020. As Council President, he will preside over monthly Council meetings, which are held on the fourth Wednesday of each month, with the exception of November, when the meeting will be held on the fourth Tuesday.
As Vice President, Dr. Rupp will preside over the Finance and Personnel Committee meetings, held on the third Wednesday of each month. She has served on Council since August of 2018, following her retirement as Superintendent of the Southwestern School District.
Additional Council members sworn in include incumbent Brian Fuentes, First Ward, newly elected Council members Brad Scott, Second Ward, and Matthew T. Funk Third Ward, incumbent Dr. Barbara Rupp, Fourth Ward,; and newly elected Council member Isaac Riston, Fifth Ward, all with four-year terms until December 31, 2029. Incumbent Holly Liska was re-elected as Tax Collector, also serving a four-year term.
Borough staff appointed to official positions include Margaret Lewis (Borough Manager); Dorothy Felix (Borough Secretary through March 2, 2026); Kara Ellison (Assistant Secretary through March 2, 2026, and Borough Secretary effective March 3, 2026); James Shelton (Treasurer); Valerie Meyers (Assistant Secretary effective March 3, 2026); John Tracey (Assistant Treasurer); Holly Liska (Tax Collector); and Timothy J. Shultis (Solicitor).
In addition to their Council duties, ward representatives serve on various Borough boards, committees, and commissions. A complete list of these positions, as well as the calendar of meetings, is available on the Borough’s website at www.HanoverBoroughPA.gov.
Borough of Hanover Vision Statement
“We envision a thriving, welcoming community appealing to individuals, families and businesses where best-practices shape delivery of exceptional municipal services and citizen engagement. By providing efficient, high-quality services, we support a clean and safe environment, inclusive recreation, and a vibrant, drug-free downtown for all.”
The Borough of Hanover, York County, Pennsylvania, was incorporated in 1815. The Borough serves the public through stewardship, government, development and improvements of public assets including water/sewer/stormwater & refuse utilities, parks & recreation facilities, the Hanover Market House, the Guthrie Memorial Library, as well as Code Enforcement, Police & Fire Departments. It is governed by the Borough Council, overseen by the Borough Manager, and staffed by administrative, public service, public works, sewer, water, refuse and engineering professionals. Known as the Snack Food Capital of the World, Hanover is home, not only to numerous food industries, but also to manufacturing, technology, commercial sales, and services. Hanover Borough offices, located at 33 Frederick Street, can be reached at 717-637-3877 or by email at Info@HanoverBoroughPA.gov. More information is available at www.HanoverBoroughPA.gov.
West York @ New Oxford – 01/07/2026 – High School Boys Basketball
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Hanover Borough Council Reorganization Meeting – 01/05/2026
Monday, January 5, 2026 7:00 PM
HANOVER BOROUGH COUNCIL REORGANIZATION MEETING
1. Call to Order
1.01 Call Meeting to Order: 7:00 PM
1.02 Pledge of Allegiance
1.03 Moment of Silence
2. Acknowledgement of Executive Session, if any
3. Public Comment
3.01 Hear Citizens concerning items presented in the Council Agenda
4. Reorganization
4.01 Secretary Felix Administers the Oath of Office to Mayor Hormel for a 4 year term until 12/31/29.
4.02 Mayor Hormel presides at this meeting until President is elected.
4.03 Mayor Hormel requests that the Borough Secretary report on receipt of Certificates of Election and Affidavits of Residency.
4.04 Mayor Hormel will administer Oath of Office to the Councilpersons and Tax Collector elected November, 2025:
First Ward: Brian Fuentes – 4 years until 12/31/29
Second Ward: Brad Scott – 4 years until 12/31/29
Third Ward: Matthew T. Funk – 4 years until 12/31/29
Fourth Ward: Barbara A. Rupp – 4 years until 12/31/29
Fifth Ward: Isaac Riston – 4 years until 12/31/29
Tax Collector: Holly Liska – 4 years until 12/31/29
4.05 Roll Call by Borough Secretary
Motion to amend agenda to add an agenda item [Motion to permit Councilwoman Funk to participate by phone in accordance with the Borough Code]
Motion to permit Councilwoman Funk to participate by phone in accordance with the Borough Code
4.06 Nominations and Voting
General Rules for Nominations for the Position of President and Vice President:
Each Council Member can nominate one person
Council members are not required to nominate
Nominations do not need to be seconded
Mayor Hormel asks for a motion to vote on the method by which Council will nominate and vote on the positions of
President and Vice President:
a. Nominations:
i. Floor Nomination: Nomination are made by voice from the floor. Voting on the nominees will be held in the order in which nominations are received from the floor. Voting shall be by roll call vote.
OR
ii. Ballot Nomination: Nominations are made by written ballot. Ballots will be collected and
announced. The Mayor will place one nomination ballot for each nominated person in a box. Votes will be held in the order in which nomination ballots are drawn from a box by the Mayor. Voting shall be by roll call vote.
General Rules for Voting
All voting shall be by roll call vote
Each Council Member shall have 1 vote for each round until a majority vote is obtained
Each nominated Council Member can vote for himself/herself
In the case of a tie vote at any stage, the Mayor shall cast the deciding vote
Motion to revise agenda item 4.06 a. to provide for a third method of Nominations and Voting
Motion to revise agenda item 4.06 a. to provide a third method of Nominations and Voting to permit roll call voting on a Ballot Nominations as a slate of nominees instead of voting individually in the order in which nomination ballots are drawn from a box by the Mayor.
4.07 Mayor Hormel announces that Council is ready to organize for 2026-2027:
a. Mayor Hormel announces that the floor is open for nominations for President by the method approved.
b. Once the President is elected, the Mayor turns the floor over to the President.
4.08 The President announces that the floor is now open for nominations for Vice-President by the method approved.
4.09 The President calls for a motion for appointment of the following officers for 2026/2027: Borough Manager, Borough Secretary, Borough Treasurer, Assistant Borough Secretary, Assistant Borough Treasurer, and Solicitor.
It would be in order for all these offices to be included as one motion:
Manager.………………………………………………………………Margaret Lewis
Secretary………………………………………………………………Dorothy C. Felix until March 2, 2026
Secretary………………………………………………………………Kara Ellison effective March 3, 2026
Treasurer………………………………………………………………James Shelton
Assistant Secretary………………………………………………Kara Ellison until March 2, 2026
Assistant Secretary………………………………………………Valerie Meyers effective March 3, 2026
Assistant Treasurer………………………………………………John Tracey
Solicitor…………………………………………………………………Timothy J. Shultis
4.10 Consideration of a motion ratifying the following dates and times as regular meetings of Hanover Borough Council
for fiscal year 2026: Monday, January 5, 2026 at 7:00 PM for Reorganization; Fourth Wednesday of January through December at 7:00 PM; with the exception of November which shall be the fourth Tuesday at 7:00 PM.
5. Additional Public Comment
5.01 Hear Citizens concerning all other items relating to Hanover Borough Council
6. Announcements
6.01 Council Photographs
7. Adjournment
McSherrystown Borough Council Reorganization Meeting – 01/05/2026
McSherrystown Borough Council Reorganization Meeting Agenda
Monday January 5, 2026 at 6:30pm
1. Call to Order (The Honorable Catherine Hagerman, Mayor)
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Invocation
4. Attendance Roll Call
5. Nomination and Election of Council President
6. Nomination and Election of Council Vice President
7. Public Comment Period
8. New Business
a. Motion to Appoint Check Signers
b. Motion to Appoint Auditor
c. Motion to Appoint Solicitor
d. Motion to Appoint Labor Attorney
e. Motion to Appoint Engineer
f. Motion to Appoint RTK Officer
g. Motion to Appoint Zoning Officer
9. Call for motion to Adjourn
Gettysburg Borough Council Organization Meeting – 01/05/2026
Borough of Gettysburg
Council Organization Meeting
January 5, 2026 – 5:00 PM
ORGANIZATION OF COUNCIL AGENDA
I. Call to Order
II. Moment of Silence and Pledge of Allegiance
III. Special Business
A. Acceptance of Resignation of Chad-Alan Carr – At Large Member of Council
A motion to accept the resignation of Chad-Alan Carr from the elective office of
member at large of the Borough Council of the Borough of Gettysburg, as tendered in
writing by Mr. Carr on January 5, 2026 immediately prior to the commencement of
this organization meeting, in order to enable Mr. Carr, as the mayor-elect, to qualify
for and to assume the elective office of mayor and to be seated as the Mayor of the
Borough of Gettysburg.
B. Announcement regarding Appointment to Fill Vacancy Created by Resignation of
Council Member Chad-Alan Carr
Upon the acceptance of Mr. Carr’s resignation as a member of Borough Council and
following his swearing in and qualification as Mayor of the Borough of Gettysburg, a
vacancy in the elective office of member at large of the Borough Council of the Borough of
Gettysburg will thereby be created. It is the intention of the Borough Council to make an
appointment of a resident and qualified elector of the Borough of Gettysburg to fill such
vacancy in office at its first monthly general business meeting to be held on Monday, January 12, 2026.
IV. Oath of Office (Mayor Rita C. Frealing and Mayor-Elect Chad-Alan Carr)
• Mayor Frealing and Mayor-Elect Carr stand in front of podium
• Mayor Frealing administers Oath of Office to Mayor-Elect Carr
Mayor Frealing: Please raise your right hand and repeat after me:
“I Chad-Alan Carr do solemnly affirm, — that I will
support, obey, and defend the Constitution of the United
States, — and the Constitution of this Commonwealth, — and
that I will discharge the duties of my office with fidelity”.
V. Mayor Carr assumes Chair and takes the Gavel
• Mayor Carr Remarks
VI. Oath of Office (Borough Council)
• Mayor Carr and Council Members-Elect stand in front of podium
• Mayor Carr administers Oath of Office to Council Members-Elect
A. Christopher M. Berger
Mayor Carr: Please raise your right hand and repeat after me:
“I Christopher M. Berger do solemnly swear, — that
I will support, obey, and defend the Constitution of
the United States, — and the Constitution of this
Commonwealth, — and that I will discharge the
duties of my office with fidelity.”
B. William H. Mooney III
Mayor Carr: Please raise your right hand and repeat after me:
“I William H. Mooney III do solemnly swear, — that
I will support, obey, and defend the Constitution of
the United States, — and the Constitution of this
Commonwealth, — and that I will discharge the
duties of my office with fidelity.”
C. Jeffrey M. Rioux
Mayor Carr: Please raise your right hand and repeat after me:
“I Jeffrey M. Rioux do solemnly affirm, — that I will
support, obey, and defend the Constitution of the
United States, — and the Constitution of this
Commonwealth, — and that I will discharge the
duties of my office with fidelity.”
VII. Election of Council President
• Mayor Carr will entertain a motion and a second to nominate and elect one of the
Council Members as President of the Borough Council.
o Discussion of motion after it has been seconded
o Roll Call Vote
VIII. Election of Council Vice-President
• Mayor Carr will entertain a motion and a second to nominate and elect one of the
Council Members as Vice President of the Borough Council.
• Discussion of motion after it has been seconded
• Roll Call Vote
IX. Newly Elected President and Vice-President Seated at Their Chairs
• President of Council takes Gavel and Presides Over the Remainder of the Meeting
X. Announcements
An executive session was conducted by the Borough Council of the Borough of
Gettysburg immediately following the adjournment of its monthly general business public
meeting held on December 8, 2025 consistent with section 708(a)(1) and section 708(a)(5)
of the Sunshine Act.
An executive session of the Borough Council will be conducted immediately
following the adjournment of this evening’s organization public meeting, consistent with
section 708(a)(1) and section 708(a)(5) of the Sunshine Act for the following purposes: (1)
to provide updated information and to discuss matters involving the employment or
appointment of current, prospective or former Borough employees, the terms and conditions of employment; and (2) to review and discuss matters of Borough business which, if conducted in public, could lead to the disclosure of information or confidentiality protected by law.
XI. Council Business and Other Organizational Matters
A motion to adopt Resolution No. 010526:
A. To confirm and ratify the appointment of Charles R. Gable, MPA, as the Borough
Manager and as the Borough Treasurer, and to set the amount of Mr. Gable’s
bond at Two-Hundred Thousand ($200,000.00) Dollars with the Borough of
Gettysburg to pay the premium for said bond;
B. To confirm and ratify the appointment of Sara L. Stull, as the Borough Secretary
and as the Assistant Borough Treasurer, and to set the amount of Ms. Stull’s bond
at Two-Hundred Thousand ($200,000.00) Dollars with the Borough of Gettysburg
to pay the premium for said bond;
C. To confirm and ratify the appointment of Karen M. Mesher as the Assistant
Borough Secretary;
D. To confirm and ratify the appointment of John Whitmore, AICP, CFM, as the
Director of Planning, Zoning, and Code Enforcement and as the Borough Zoning
Officer;
E. To confirm and ratify the appointment of Debra English as the Historic &
Environmental Preservation Coordinator and MS4 Coordinator;
F. To confirm and ratify the appointment of Peter Griffioen as the Code Compliance
Officer;
G. To confirm and ratify the appointment of Sgt. Christopher Evans as the Officerin-Charge of the Gettysburg Borough Police Department;
H. To confirm and ratify the appointment of Robert Harbaugh as the Public Works
Director;
I. To confirm and ratify the appointment of Dave Sanders as the Emergency
Management Coordinator;
J. To confirm and ratify the appointment of Harold A. Eastman, Jr., as the Borough
Solicitor, and Adam D. Boyer, as the Assistant Borough Solicitor, and the
concurrent appointment of their firm of Barley Snyder, LLP, as Solicitor;
K. To confirm and ratify the appointment of Chad M. Claybaugh, P.E, and the firm
of C.S. Davidson, Inc. as Borough Engineers;
L. To confirm and ratify the appointment of Mayor Chad-Alan Carr as a voting
delegate to the Pennsylvania State Association of Boroughs Annual Conference;
and
M. To confirm and ratify the appointment of Patricia A. Lawson as the Chairperson
of the Vacancy Board.
XII. Public Comment
XIII. Motion to Adjourn
XIV. Executive Session
Open House – Matt Sheads
In this special episode of Open House, Ray and Jennie Dillion sit down with Matt Sheads, the recipient of the 2025 Outstanding Citizen of the Year award from the Chamber of Gettysburg and Adams County. Tune in to learn more about Matt’s journey—from his childhood and community involvement to his passion for volunteering and service.
Player of the Game – Liam O’Brien – 12/29/2025
Congratulations to the Player of the Game for Community Media’s Game of the Week – Delone @ Gettysburg, Liam O’Brien from Delone!
Thank you to our Player of the Game Sponsor: Adams Electric Cooperative, Inc.
Check out some highlights from their game:
Delone @ Gettysburg – 12/29/2025 – High School Boys Basketball
Community Media’s Game of the Week
High School Basketball – Delone @ Gettysburg – 12/29/2025
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Player of the Game – Evan Needham – 12/29/2025
Congratulations to the Player of the Game for Community Media’s Game of the Week – Red Land vs South Western, Evan Needham from Red Land!
Thank you to our Player of the Game Sponsor: Adams Electric Cooperative, Inc.
Check out some highlights from their game:
Red Land vs South Western – 12/29/2025 – High School Boys Basketball
Community Media’s Game of the Week
High School Basketball – Red Land vs South Western – 12/29/2025
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Hanover Borough Council – 12/23/2025
Tuesday, December 23, 2025 HANOVER BOROUGH COUNCIL MEETING
Committee meetings of Hanover Borough Council shall be held at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, Administration Building, 33 Frederick Street, Hanover, Pennsylvania. Please enter through the alley side door and proceed up the stairs and to the left to Council Chambers. Any person who needs accommodation in order to gain access to or participate in the meetings should call 717-637-3877 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting they desire to attend.
1. Call to Order
1.01 Call Meeting to Order: 7:00 PM
1.02 Pledge of Allegiance
1.03 Moment of Silence
1.04 Roll Call
2. Acknowledgement of Executive Session, if any
3. Presentations and Proclamations
3.01 Certificates of Appreciation for Outgoing Elected Officials (Tim Kress)
· Bill Reichart
· Carol Greenholt
· Edward D. Lookenbill, Jr.
· Sueann Whitman
4. Public Comment
4.01 Hear Citizens concerning items presented in the Council Agenda
5. Consent Agenda
5.01 Approve Minutes:
a. Council Meeting November 25, 2025
5. Consent Agenda, (cont.)
5.02 Finance Reports:
a. Approve Bills for Payment
b. Accept Monthly Financial Statement
c. Accept Report of Monthly Investments
5.03 2026 Budget:
a. Approve Resolution No. 1453 adopting the Budget for fiscal year 2026 for all Hanover Borough accounts
5.04 2026 Tax Rates:
a. Approve Resolution No. 1454 levying taxes for the fiscal year 2026 and fixing collection rates thereon
5.05 Fire Commission Budget:
a. Approve 2026 Fire Commission budget as amended
5.06 2026 Non-Union Compensation and Health Insurance:
a. Approve Resolution No. 1455 for 2026 Compensation & Health Insurance for Non-Union Employees
5.07 General Liability and Workers Compensation:
a. Approve 2026 General Liability and Workers Compensation Insurance
5.08 Miscellaneous Fees:
a. Approve Miscellaneous Fee Resolution No. 1456
5.09 AFSCME Blue
a. Approve AFSCME Blue Memorandum of Understanding to modify paygrade for the RWWTP lead operator
5.10 715 Blossom Drive – Sewer Credit:
a. Approve sewer credit for Robner Rijo in the amount of $2,140.54, according to Resolution No. 1067
5.11 Appointment and Reappointment Policy:
a. Approve amended policy to include optional recommendation from respective Commission or Board prior to Council approval
5.12 Approve Appointments and Reappointments:
Board or Commission
Term
Potential Appointees
Zoning Hearing Board
3 years
Spencer Shirk*† Gerald Funke*†
Planning Commission
4 years
Anne Baker*† Margaret Miller (Peggy)
Hanover Economic Development
Corporation
3 years
Douglas Becker*†
Mindy Crawford*†
Police Pension Committee
2 years
John J. Riley, Jr.*† Larry Bream*†
C. Edward Good*†
Civil Service Commission
6 years
Joseph E. Erb, Jr.*†
Sewage Enforcement Officer
2 years
Douglas Stambaugh*†
Dean Shultz, Alternate*†
Property Maintenance Code Appeals Board
2 years
Eric Kenworthy *†
Vacancy Board
2 years
Brian O’Neill *†
*Indicates incumbent †Indicates proposed reappointment for new term
5. Consent Agenda, (cont.)
5.13 CDBG Grant Extensions:
a. Approve amendatory Community Development Block Grant contracts #45572779 and #45572675 for a time extension until June 30, 2026 for the East Hanover Street Curb and Sidewalk Improvements
5.14 Police Eligibility List:
a. Direct Civil Service Commission to establish a promotional eligibility list for the positions of Sergeant and Lieutenant
5.15 Tuition Reimbursement Request:
a. Approve Tuition Reimbursement Course Approval from Sergeant Joshua Brady to pursue a
Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice/Police Administration and Operations with Southern New
Hampshire University
5.16 Utility Service Insurance Program:
a. Authorize engagement with NLC Service Line Program for voluntary coverage of service laterals / plumbing
5.17 Real Time AI Wastewater Optimization:
a. Authorize Rhule, LLC to identify and secure grant funding for pilot project to optimize water and wastewater treatment operations
5.18 Elm Avenue – PennDOT Cost Reim
Player of the Game – Braelynn Pearson-Moore – 12/22/2025
Congratulations to the Player of the Game for Community Media’s Game of the Week – Waynesboro @ Gettysburg, Braelynn Pearson-Moore from Waynesboro!
Thank you to our Player of the Game Sponsor: Adams Electric Cooperative, Inc.
Check out some highlights from their game:
Waynesboro @ Gettysburg – 12/22/2025 – High School Girls Basketball
Community Media’s Game of the Week
High School Basketball – Waynesboro @ Gettysburg – 12/22/2025
Special thanks to our sports sponsors:
Ira E. Lady American Legion Post 262
State Farm agents Mike Ball and Lyle Pitner
Player of the Game – Maci Losego – 12/18/2025
Congratulations to the Player of the Game for Community Media’s Game of the Week – Littlestown @ Gettysburg, Maci Losego from Littlestown!
Thank you to our Player of the Game Sponsor: Adams Electric Cooperative, Inc.
Check out some highlights from their game:
Hanover Borough Finance & Personnel/Council Workshop – 12/17/2025
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
HANOVER BOROUGH FINANCE AND PERSONNEL COMMITTEE MEETING
1. Call to Order
1.01 Call Meeting to Order: 7:00 PM
2. Public Comment
2.01 Hear Citizens concerning items presented in the Borough Finance and Personnel Agenda
3. Acknowledgement of Executive Session, if any
4. Presentations and Interviews
4.01 Service Award – Senator Kristin Phillips-Hill
5. Consent Agenda
5.01 Minutes: Approval of Minutes of November 19, 2025
5.02 Finance Reports:
a. Approve Bills for Payment
b. Accept Monthly Financial Statement c. Accept Report of Monthly investments
5.03 Approve Miscellaneous Fee Resolution Updates:
a. Approve RETTEW professional engineering land development service fees (pass thru)
5.04 2026 Compensation and Health Insurance Premium Share for Borough Officials and Non-Union Employees
a. Approve Resolution for 2026 Compensation and Health Insurance Premium Share for Borough Officials and Non-Union Employees
5.05 AFSCME Blue
a. Approve AFSME Blue Memorandum of Understanding to modify paygrade for the RWWTP lead operator
5.06 715 Blossom Drive – Sewer Credit: a. Approve sewer credit for Robner Rijo in the amount of $2,140.54
5.07 Appointment and Reappointment Policy:
a. Approve amended policy to include optional recommendation from respective Commission or Board prior to Council approval
5.08 CDBG Grant Extensions:
a. Approve amendatory Community Development Block Grant contracts #45572779 and #45572675 for a time extension until June 30, 2026 for the East Hanover Street Curb and Sidewalk Improvements
5.09 Police Eligibility List:
a. Direct Civil Service Commission to establish a promotional eligibility list for the positions of Sergeant and Lieutenant 5.10 Tuition Reimbursement Request:
a. Approve Tuition Reimbursement Course Approval from Sergeant Joshua Brady to pursue a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice/Police Administration and Operations with Southern New Hampshire University
6. Department of Water Resources
6.01 Utility Service Insurance Program:
a. Authorize engagement with NLC Service Line Program for voluntary coverage of service laterals / plumbing
6.02 Real Time AI Wastewater Optimization:
a. Authorize Rhule, LLC to identify and secure grant funding for pilot project to optimize water and wastewater treatment operations
6.03 Elm Avenue – PennDOT Cost Reimbursement:
a. Authorize the execution of a reimbursement agreement for the replacement of an existing 12″ diameter water main on Elm Avenue.
7. Planning Commission
7.01 Geotechnical Boring: a. Approve access agreement with Mid-Atlantic, LLC to permit a limited geotechnical investigation on property at 319 Wilson Ave
7.02 128 Moul Avenue:
a. Approve Preliminary/Final Subdivision plan for two single family residential lots at 128 Moul Avenue 7.03 1091 Eichelberger Street:
a. Approve Preliminary/Final Subdivision plan for one commercial lot at 1091 Eichelberger Street
8. Finance, Personnel and Administration
8.01 Recommended Appointments and Reappointments: Board or Commission Term Potential Appointees Zoning Hearing Board 3 years Spencer Shirk*† Gerald Funke*† Planning Commission 4 years Anne Baker*† Margaret Miller (Peggy) Hanover Economic Development Corporation 3 years Douglas Becker*† Mindy Crawford*† Police Pension Committee 2 years John J. Riley, Jr.*† Larry Bream*† C. Edward Cool*† Civil Service Commission 6 years Sewage Enforcement Officer Joseph E. Erb, Jr.*† 2 years Douglas Stambaugh*† Dean Shultz, Alternate*† Property Maintenance Code Appeals Board 2 years Vacancy Board Eric Kenworthy *† 2 years *Indicates incumbent Brian O’Neill *† †Indicates proposed reappointment for new term ‡Indicates Council representative
8.02 Fire Commission Sustainability:
a. Update from Council Representatives to Hanover Area Fire and Rescue Commission
9. Reports of Council Members, Council Committees and Other Public Bodies
10. Management Reports
11. Correspondence and Information
12. Additional Public Comment
12.01 Hear Citizens concerning all other items relating to the Finance and Personnel Committee
13. Announcements, if any
• Please plan to exit the building within 15 minutes following adjournment so staff may secure the building and depart for the evening.
14. Adjournment
A Gettysburg Christmas Festival 2025: Santa Tree Lighting
Main Street Gettysburg, Gettysburg Area Retail Merchants Association and Gettysburg Railway made the start of this years A Gettysburg Christmas Festival Merry and Bright by including the annual Tree Lighting.
We followed Santa as he got off the train at Gettysburg Railway and rode into the square, thanks to Horse Tours of Gettysburg. Santa was greeted by hundreds before the call to lite the tree!
Littlestown @ Gettysburg – 12/18/2025 – High School Girls Basketball
Community Media’s Game of the Week
High School Basketball – Littlestown @ Gettysburg – 12/18/2025
Special thanks to our sports sponsors:
Ira E. Lady American Legion Post 262
State Farm agents Mike Ball and Lyle Pitner
Open House – Main Street Hanover
In this episode of Open House, Ray sits down with Moriah Tyler, Executive Director of Main Street Hanover, to discuss how the organization supports downtown Hanover, the events they host, volunteer opportunities, and much more.
Wren and Bluebird Boutique Awarded $1,500 BLOOM Grant for Woman-Owned Small Businesses
Hanover, PA – Main Street Hanover is proud to announce that downtown Hanover’s own Wren and Bluebird Boutique, owned by Jen Thomason, has been selected as a recipient of a $1,500 BLOOM Grant through the 2025 Woman-owned Small Business BLOOM Grant Program. This competitive micro-grant program supports women-owned small businesses across York County that are working to enhance productivity, expand services, and reach the next level of growth.
The BLOOM Grant program awards micro-grants ranging from $500 to $1,500 for tangible business improvements such as interior or exterior renovations, equipment upgrades, lighting and safety enhancements, marketing and advertising expenses, and other material improvements that contribute to business growth and community impact. Grants cannot be used for operating expenses, payroll, or debt payments.
Wren and Bluebird Boutique, located at 110 Broadway, has quickly become a beloved part of the Hanover downtown community. Thomason opened the boutique in the winter of 2024 as a deeply personal passion project. After more than 20 years of teaching second grade, she faced the heartbreaking loss of a student, Kinleigh, who passed away from a brain tumor. The grief and emotional toll eventually led Thomason to step away from teaching for her mental health.
As she sought healing and purpose, the idea for Wren and Bluebird was born—a boutique rooted in creativity, compassion, and community. The shop offers women’s clothing and accessories, but has also grown into a space of connection through clothing and food drives, activity nights for teachers and community members, and a warm, welcoming environment for all women. Inside the boutique, Thomason created a kids craft corner dedicated to Kinleigh, a joyful space always ready to welcome young visitors who want to color, create, and embrace their inner child.
The BLOOM Grant funds will support the launch of Wren and Bluebird’s new e-commerce store, allowing Thomason to expand her reach, offer online shopping to customers near and far, and continue growing the boutique’s impact in the community.
“It has been an absolute honor working with Jen from day one,” said Moriah Tyler, Executive Director of Main Street Hanover. “I never would have thought that an email sent to our Main Street account asking about rental locations downtown would blossom into such an incredible friendship. But that is what Main Street is all about—connection. I have learned so much about Jen and her passions, and I learn something new each and every day. She is a blessing to have in our downtown landscape.”
Main Street Hanover congratulates Wren and Bluebird Boutique on this well-deserved award and looks forward to continuing to support Thomason’s vision, growth, and inspiring work within the community.
About BLOOM Business Empowerment Center
The 2025 Woman-owned Small Business BLOOM Grant Program supports York County’s entrepreneurial women by funding projects that enhance business capacity, foster economic resilience, and improve the local business environment. Eligible projects include façade improvements, interior upgrades, equipment purchases, marketing efforts, and other tangible investments that support business development.
Player of the Game – Destiny Gassert – 12/15/2025
Congratulations to the Player of the Game for Community Media’s Game of the Week – Middletown @ Gettysburg, Destiny Gassert from Middletown!
Thank you to our Player of the Game Sponsor: Adams Electric Cooperative, Inc.
Check out some highlights from their game:
Gettysburg Planning Commission Meeting – 12/15/2025
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
Monday, December 15, 2025, at 7:00pm
1. Convene Meeting
2. Review and Approve Agenda
3. Review and Approve Meeting Minutes
A. November 17, 2025, Planning Commission Meeting Minutes
4. Public Comment Restricted to Items on the Planning Commission Meeting Agenda
5. Tabled Old Business
A. SLD-240003 / Gettysburg Station / 108 North Stratton Street
B. SLD-250002 / Simrat, LLC / 351 East Water Street Extension Request – Extension to March 16, 2026.
C. SLD-250003 / Beyond All Boundaries, Inc. / 26 East High Street Review and vote to approve a minor subdivision / parcel boundary adjustment for property located at 26 E. High Street.
6. New Business
A. ZHB-250003 / Keystone Inn / 231 Hanover Street Recommendation to the Zoning Hearing Board regarding a request for a Special Exception to permit for an extension of an legal, pre-existing, nonconforming Inn land-use at 231 Hanover Street, parcel 16008-0162-000, zoned R-2, Moderate Density Residential District and SE, Streetscape Enhancement Overlay District.
B. 2026 Planning Commission Meeting Calendar
Tuesday, January 20th Monday,
February 16th Monday,
March 16th Monday,
April 20th Monday,
May 18th Monday,
June 15th Monday,
July 20th Monday,
August 17th Monday,
September 21st Monday,
October 19th Monday,
November 16th Monday,
December 21st*
7. Announcements
A. The next Planning Commission meeting is the Organizational Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
8. Additional Comments from Planning Commission Members
9. Public Comment
10. Adjourn
Middletown @ Gettysburg – 12/15/2025 – High School Girls Basketball
Community Media’s Game of the Week
High School Basketball – Middletown @ Gettysburg – 12/15/2025
Special thanks to our sports sponsors:
Ira E. Lady American Legion Post 262
State Farm agents Mike Ball and Lyle Pitner
Gettysburg Civic Chorus – Love Came Gently – 12/14/2025
The Gettysburg Civic Chorus 2025 Christmas Concert: Love Came Gently.
Learn more about the Civic Chorus here:
www.gettysburgcivicchorus.com
Player of the Game – Tanner Haugh – 12/12/2025
Congratulations to the Player of the Game for Community Media’s Game of the Week – Kennard-Dale @ New Oxford, Tanner Haugh from New Oxford!
Thank you to our Player of the Game Sponsor: Adams Electric Cooperative, Inc.
Check out some highlights from their game:
Kennard-Dale @ New Oxford – 12/12/2025 – High School Boys Basketball
Community Media’s Game of the Week
High School Basketball – Kennard-Dale @ New Oxford – 12/12/2025
Special thanks to our sports sponsors:
Ira E. Lady American Legion Post 262
State Farm agents Mike Ball and Lyle Pitner
God’s Meal Barrel Combats the Increased Community Need in 2025 & Launches Annual Appeal to Support Growing Demand
Hanover, PA – God’s Meal Barrel, a nonprofit food pantry, has announced its 2025 annual appeal letter. Following one of the most demanding years in history, it’s essential to keep receiving donations. This year, the organization provided food assistance to more than 2,400 families, including over 10,000 children, adults, and seniors.
The need escalated significantly after SNAP benefits paused on November 1st, creating urgent gaps for families who had never previously needed help. “We saw an immediate surge in demand,” said the Managing Director of God’s Meal Barrel. “Thanks to the generosity of our donors, everyone who walked through our doors received food, dignity, and hope.”
A typical donation provides families with four bags of essential groceries, valued at roughly $60, often representing the difference between going without and getting by. The pantry operates with minimum qualifications or paperwork required, staying true to its mission of feeding all who need.
As the organization prepares for 2026, God’s Meal Barrel is seeking community financial
support to
- Grow its reserve fund to move closer to a larger facility that can meet rising demand.
“Our mission is simple: to ensure no neighbor faces hunger,” said the Director. “Every gift, no matter the size, makes an immediate impact.”
Food donations can be made during pantry hours (Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.) through the rear drop box at 240 Frederick Street, or on the first Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Additional donation arrangements can be made by phone.
Ways to Give Financially:
- Mail or drop off a donation
- Donate online at www.godsmealbarrel.org
For more information, please contact:
God’s Meal Barrel
240 Frederick Street, Hanover, PA 17331
717-637-5568
Who is Lefty Biser – Lefty’s Legacy: A Journey of Dedication and Influence at Gettysburg College
Gareth “Lefty” Biser, takes us through his life’s journey, starting with his unique name and family traditions. He shares his experiences growing up in Maryland, his involvement in church and faith, and his educational journey. He also delves into his time in the military and his rewarding career at Gettysburg College and the students he impacted there.