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Hanover Borough Finance & Personnel / Council Workshop – 5/21/2025

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Hanover Borough Finance & Personnel / Council Workshop – 5/21/2025


HANOVER BOROUGH FINANCE AND PERSONNEL – COMMITTEE MEETING

Committee meetings of Hanover Borough Finance and Personnel shall be held at 7:00 p.m. in Council
Chambers, Administration Building, 33 Frederick Street, Hanover, Pennsylvania (enter through the 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

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

5. Interviews

5.01 Interview Citizens Who Have Submitted Interest Forms to fulfill one vacancy on Shade Tree Commission: a. Debbie Seibert
b. Tom Werner

5.02 Recommend the Following Appointment to the Shade Tree Commission for Council Approval:
a. To fulfill unexpired term from Term July 1, 2025 to December 31, 2027: ___________

6. Consent Agenda

6.01 Minutes: Approve Minutes of April 16, 2025

6.02 Finance Reports:
a. Approve Bills for Payment
b. Accept Monthly Financial Statement
c. Accept Report of Monthly investments

6.03 Approve Special Events:
a. Walk a Mile in Her Shoes, Friday, August 8, 2025, new route and new location at Moul Field
b. Trick or Treat night, Tuesday, October 28, 2025
c. Halloween Parade, Thursday, October 30, 2025

6.04 Disposition of Records
a. Approve Resolution according to Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission Municipal Records Manual

6.05 Accept Time Extension for Plan Review and Approval from Hemenway Partners Limited Partnership for Preliminary/Final Subdivision and Land Development Plan:
a. Centennial Court Preliminary/Final Subdivision and Land Development Plan extension of time until July 31, 2025

6.06 Janitorial Services for 33 Frederick Street Administration Building
a. Recommend Bid Award to Lowest Successful Bidder Coverall Cleaning, Lancaster, PA, as per bid specifications, in the amounts of:

Monthly Annually
Year one (6/1/25 – 5/31/26) $3,533.00 $42,396.00
Year two (6/1/26 – 5/31/27) $3,603.67 $43,244.00
Year three (6/1/27 – 5/31/28) $3,676.08 $44,113.00

6.07 Police Certified Hiring List
a. Direct Civil Service Commission to certify hiring list for police officers

6.08 Approve AFSCME Blue Side Letter Agreement
a. Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Repayment Terms

6.09 319 Wilson Avenue Conditional Use Application
a. Acknowledge confirmation from applicant North Ridge Associates of agreement for extension of time until June 18, 2025 for the continuance of the Conditional Use Public Hearing at 6:00 PM in the Hanover Borough Council Chambers

6.10 Approve Sewer Credit Requests: One time only, for leaks that did not enter the sewer system and have since been repaired:

a. 126 High Street in the amount of $598.36
b. 244 Locust Street in the amount of $186.02

7. Governance and Policy Committee

7.01 Employee Ethics Policy
a. Approve addendum to Employee Handbook

7.02 Stop-and-Go Legislative Taskforce
a. Recommend letter of support for Representative Kate Klunk’s initiative regarding Section 218 of Act 49 of 2023

8. Planning Commission

8.01 Centennial Court Plan Approval
a. Approve Resolution for approval of Preliminary/Final Subdivision and Land Development Plan for the consolidation of lots and the construction of eight (8) Garden Court Apartment units with site improvements.

9. Department of Water Resources

9.01 PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)
a. Approve Water Supply Permit Renewal, Option No. 2 (long term biological monitoring study), per 05/19/2025 memo from Department of Planning & Engineering.

10. Finance, Personnel and Administration

10.01 44 Frederick Street Public Safety Facility Project (bid opening 5/21/25)
a. Motion to award the bid for the 44 Frederick Street Public Safety Facility Project to the lowest successful bidder, ____________ , in the amount of $____________, subject to review by the Borough Solicitor and Borough Engineer.

10.02 Approve Amendment to Salary Resolution
a. Library, Wastewater and Facilities positions

11. Reports of Council Members, Council Committees and Other Public Bodies

12. Management Reports

13. Correspondence and Information

14. Additional Public Comment

14.01 Hear Citizens concerning all other items relating to the Finance and Personnel Committee

15. Announcements, if any

16. Adjournment

Open House – Gettysburg & Biglerville Garden Clubs

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Open House – Gettysburg & Biglerville Garden Clubs


In this episode of Open House, guest host Kathleen Pratt welcomes members of both the Gettysburg and Biglerville Garden Clubs. Maryan Daniels, President of the Gettysburg Garden Club, shares the rich history of the organization and the many ways they contribute to keeping Gettysburg beautiful. Chris Stoken, Vice President of the Biglerville Garden Club, discusses their club’s mission, its strong connection with their sister club in Gettysburg, and their impactful scholarship program.

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Gettysburg Planning Commission Meeting – 05/19/2025

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Gettysburg Planning Commission Meeting – 05/19/2025

PLANNING COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
Monday, May 19, 2025 at 7:00pm | Borough Council Chambers

 

1. Convene Meeting

2. Review and Approve Agenda
3. Review and Approve Meeting Minutes
A. April 21, 2025, Planning Commission Meeting Minutes
B. May 5, 2025, Planning Commission Special Meeting Minutes
4. Public Comment Restricted to Items on the Planning Commission Meeting Agenda
5. Tabled Old Business – NONE
6. New Business
A. SLD-250003 / Gettysburg Station / 108 North Stratton Street
Review and discussion of comments from the Borough Engineer and Director of
Planning, Zoning, and Code Enforcement, and comments from the Adams County
Office of Planning and Development.
B. ZHB-250002 / Asim Kiani / 100 Buford Avenue
Recommendation to the Zoning Hearing Board regarding a request for a Special
Exception to permit a convenience store land-use at 100 Buford Avenue, parcel
16006-0070-000, zoned R-1, Single-Family Residential District.
7. Announcements
A. The next Planning Commission meeting is scheduled for Monday, June 16, 2025,
at 7:00 p.m.
8. Additional Comments from Planning Commission Members
9. Public Comment
10. Adjourn

Open House – Adams County Office for Aging

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Open House – Adams County Office for Aging


In this episode of Open House, special guest host Kathleen Pratt sits down with Lynn Deardorff, Executive Director of the Adams County Office for Aging, and Andy Winebrenner, Community Services Director. Lynn and Andy share insights into the vital programs and services the Office for Aging offers to support the well-being of our community and its residents.

“The Adams County Office for Aging, Inc. (ACOFA) is a private, non-profit agency dedicated to assisting and advocating for Adams County residents age 60 and over. Our mission is to help people maintain independence and dignity within their own homes and communities for as long as possible.” – https://acofa.org/

For Gettysburg High graduate, family is vital part of her college basketball success

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For Gettysburg High graduate, family is vital part of her college basketball success

By STEVE HEISER

Colgate Women’s Basketball, Anne Blair photo: Olivia Hokanson

Family and basketball have remained the two unswerving constants in Anne Bair’s young life.

No matter where she traveled, she could rely on those two pillars to hold her up through every high and low.

Her journey started in Gettysburg, her famous hometown, known worldwide as the site of the battle that was turning point of the American Civil War. It was there that Bair grew up and gained local fame as one of the greatest athletes in the history of Gettysburg High School athletics.

It continued in the city that never sleeps, where she started her promising NCAA Division I college career at Manhattan University in the Bronx.

After two years at Manhattan, Bair decided she needed a new challenge and transferred to Colgate University, another D-I program located in New York state. Culturally, however, Colgate, which is nestled in the scenic Chenango Valley in the heart of the state, can seem worlds away from Manhattan.

Despite the culture shock, Bair enjoyed great success in her junior season at Colgate, but she also endured great uncertainty. Near the end of the season, the coach who convinced her to come to Colgate left for another job opportunity, leaving Bair with a decision to make — transfer again or remain a Raider.

Ultimately, after meeting with Colgate’s new coach, Bair recently opted to remain with the Patriot League contender. With that decision made, she can now focus on a senior season that she hopes will end in a serious postseason run.

Her senior season at Colgate, however, almost certainly won’t mark the end of Bair’s basketball love affair. After graduation, she’s seriously contemplating a pro playing career overseas, which could be followed by a stint in coaching, which has become the Bair family business.

Anne Bair at Colgate photo: Olivia Hokanson

And business has been very, very good.

“Ballin’ since birth:” Anne was born into a family where her father, Jeff, became a highly successful AAU and high school coach.

Her two older siblings also became standout players and coaches. Sean was 13 and Ellen was 9 when Anne was born, so it’s not surprising that Anne said she’s been “ballin since birth.”

She tagged along with her parents to her siblings’ games, learning the intricacies of the sport from an early age.

“My mom (Sarah) always jokes that as soon as I was born, the next week I was in a gym,” Anne said.

Despite her family’s large hoops legacy, Anne said she never felt any undue pressure to compete in the sport.

“I wanted to play because my dad was a coach, and my siblings played. But I also played soccer and did track in high school and cross country in high school. But I never felt like I had to be all-in for basketball when I was 6 years old — not at all. But as soon as I got a basketball in my hands, it was like this is what I want to do.”

It quickly became apparent that she did it very well.

“She always had a love for learning the game of basketball and why things are going on,” her father said. “Going to Sean’s games and Ellen’s games, she was always very inquisitive. When she got toward middle school, I knew she was going to have a really high basketball IQ and that can overcome a lot of deficiencies.”

With her father as her head coach, the playmaking guard finished her high school career at Gettysburg with 1,476 points and set the school’s all-time assist record, earning first-team all-state honors as a junior and senior. The Warriors were 94-19 during her four-year tenure as a starter and she led Gettysburg to PIAA District 3 Class 5-A titles as a sophomore and a senior.

“The most important thing she’s always done is make everyone around her better,” Jeff said. “She makes the game easier for everyone else.”

Winning those district crowns with her father created some lasting and special memories for Anne.

“Those were incredible days, nights and weeks. They were so awesome,” Anne said.

“I am extremely grateful for everything that he has brought to my life, especially on the basketball side of things. He’s taught me so much on the nuances of basketball and having a great basketball IQ, while also just being a great leader and teammate. He has coached me in the driveway since I was about 3, coached me in AAU since third or fourth grade and obviously coached me in high school. He pushed me, but he knew how to get the most out of me.”

On to college: Given her high school credentials, it’s not surprising that colleges would come calling for her services.

The 5-foot, 8-inch standout eventually chose Manhattan, where she appeared in all 33 games in her first season while starting in 10, including the final nine games of the season. She averaged 1.8 points, 1.8 rebounds and 1.3 assists.

Her production increased sharply in her sophomore season for Jaspers, when she started 26 of 27 games and led the team by averaging 36.1 minutes per game. She ended her sophomore season averaging 9.0 points, 2.7 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 1.2 steals per contest.

Bair was enjoying her time at Manhattan, and she had nothing but good things to say about the coaches and players there, but she still wanted to check out her other options.

After about nine visits, she decided that Colgate was going to be the next stop on her playing career. She said it was the best fit for her academically and athletically.

“It really checked all the boxes for me,” she said.

Colgate, she believed, offered her a great chance to win and play immediately, while also giving the psychology major a world-class education.

She was not disappointed.

Anne Bair and Coach Ganiyat Adeduntan at Colgate photo: Olivia Hokanson

The Raiders finished the 2024-2025 season with the most wins in program history, finishing 23-10, including a 13-5 record in the Patriot League. They also got a berth in the Women’s National Invitation Tournament. Shortly before that WNIT game, however, Anne learned that Colgate’s head coach, Ganiyat Adeduntan, was going to take the same position at George Washington.

“Hearing the news of her leaving was hard … but I understand that at certain moments you have to make decisions that are right for you. But she was awesome.”

Anne, however, was committed to first talking with Colgate’s new head coach before making any decisions about her playing future. By mid-April, Colgate hired Shannon Bush, who had nearly two decades of D-I coaching experience.

Anne liked what she heard from Bush and quickly decided to stay at Colgate.

Anne and teammates at Colgate photo: Olivia Hokanson

“Colgate is such a great place and such a great community,” Anne said. “I believe in our teammates that are returning and what we can do next year and was very confident that I wanted to stay. The deciding factor was when I was able to talk with Coach Shann and see her vision and share all of her experiences with really great guards and what she’s been able to do.”

Family matters: While her coaches may have changed, Anne could always count on her family to be her rock.

“It could make me emotional. They’re so special to me,” Anne said when asked about her family. “They’ve had a huge influence on the trajectory of my career and my life. … My family is the best.”

Her mother, although not a high-profile coach like Anne’s father and siblings, “is the one who tries to keep us all grounded and level-headed,” Anne said. “She’s always there for whatever I need, whether I need to vent or I need support or love.”

Her brother Sean is an assistant coach for the Penn State women’s program and formerly was a standout head coach for New Oxford High. Her sister Ellen leads the Philly Rise AAU program and also coaches The Shipley School team. Ellen also formerly led Linden Hall to three straight District 3 crowns.

“It’s funny. We are all talking about the same things,” Anne said about her siblings. “We’re living in the same world, Sean and I most closely because we’re at the same level. So that’s really cool. … It’s always fun to bounce ideas off of each other and talk basketball.”

Her family is not her only base of support. The Gettysburg community is near and dear to Anne’s heart.

“I’m so blessed to have grown up here. I will get texts from teachers, athletic trainers, community members, even refs. Gettysburg is an incredible place. My former teammates are so supportive of me. I love this town, and I feel so much pride in it. That was the fuel in my high school years to want Gettysburg to be the best and wanting to inspire future kids who are going to want to play at Gettysburg.”

Future plans: While her roots are in Gettysburg, Anne’s future may lie overseas.

After leaving Colgate, Anne may investigate playing pro basketball in Europe, or some other locale. She’s seen former teammates take a similar route and it intrigues her.

“I don’t know what my life will be like a year from now, but that’s always something that I thought would be awesome to do if I’m good enough. … I just can’t imagine my basketball career being over in a year. It seems so soon. To be able to know that maybe I can keep playing is really cool and something I’d be interested in. The travel piece, especially In Europe, where you can go everywhere, I think is awesome and really appealing.”

When she is finally done playing competitively, a future in coaching also looks possible, if not probable.

“I would love to coach, but I don’t know at what level. I definitely think I will want to coach, but I’m also very passionate about psychology, and sports psychology. I definitely think it would be very cool to work with athletes in that sense.”

If her past performance and work ethic are indicators, Anne’s future success seems likely, no matter the road she takes.

“I’m most proud of Anne’s progress in college and her continuing to improve. That doesn’t always happen,” her father said. “She was a big fish in a small pond and turned out to be a really competitive asset at the D-1 level. That’s great to see.”

Borough of Hanover Participates In Arbor Day 2025

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Borough of Hanover Participates In Arbor Day 2025

Hanover, PA – In celebration of Arbor Day 2025 the Borough of Hanover along with several community groups participated in a full slate of activities. The program began with a special story time presented at the Guthrie Memorial Library, followed by a lesson for the children from Pennsylvania State Forester Matt Kern on how to plant seedling trees which were provided by the Hanover Garden Club. Bartlett Tree Experts also contributed Arbor Day themed goodie bags and additional seedlings for participants. Mayor SueAnn Whitman presented a mayoral proclamation as part of the Borough’s annual Tree City USA recertification requirements.

In addition, the Hanover Auto Team, which has donated and helped to plant shade trees since 2023, sponsored four trees including two Urban Sunset Maples, one Japanese Lilac, and one City Sprite Zelkova, which were planted in the 400 and 500 blocks of Carlisle Street. These trees were chosen by the Borough’s Shade Tree Commission because of their ability to thrive in an urban environment.

Other donations included $1,500 from Met Ed to be used to plant trees along the 100 block of Moul Avenue, as well as a Paperbark Maple which was planted in the Myers Arboretum. The Hanover Garden Club contributed an Exclamation London Plane at Moul Field, and Main Street Hanover donated a Scarlet Oak to be planted at Wirt Park in memory of dedicated volunteer, Andrea Goodson. Hanover resident Mandi Smith, who has donated trees to the Borough for over five years, donated five additional trees to be planted both within the Borough and at Long Arm and Sheppard-Myers Reservoirs, in honor of her late husband Dave Smith. Furthermore, the Shade Tree Commission will plant two street trees, as well as an additional tree at Moul Field. The Public Works staff plants all trees with a mix of lush topsoil, leaf compost, and biochar. Newly planted trees are watered until they are established and then maintained by Borough Public Works staff with professional support from Bartlett Tree Experts.

Arbor Day originated in the 1870’s in Nebraska, and the Arbor Day Foundation was formed in 1972. The Tree City USA program began in 1976 to recognize communities dedicated to trees; Hanover became an official Tree City in 2001, joining over 3,500 other communities in the commitment to tree planting and care for the benefit of the community. To earn Tree City USA recognition, a city must uphold four core standards including maintaining a tree board or department (the Borough’s Shade Tree Commission), having a community tree ordinance, spending at least $2.00 per capita on urban forestry, and participating in an Arbor Day celebration. The Borough of Hanover continues to satisfy these standards and recently received official notice of its 2024 Tree City USA status from the foundation. More information about the Shade Tree Commission is available at www.HanoverBoroughPA.gov/201/Shade-Tree-Commission, and more information about the Arbor Day Foundation can be found at www.ArborDay.org.

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.

Local Government Day 2025

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Local Government Day 2025

Thanks to all of those running for local office that joined us for our 2025 local government day. Get out and vote in the Municipal Primary on May 20.

And thanks to our Sponsors!

                  GOLD

Adams County Republican Committee

Josh Fitting for Sheriff

Paul Royer for Judge

Torren Ecker for Judge

 

                 SILVER

Salzmann Hughes, P.C.

                BRONZE

Adams County Democratic Committee

April O’Brien for Abbottstown Council

John Wega for Sheriff

Nina Tipler & York Springs Borough

Rita Frealing for Gettysburg Mayor

Torren Ecker: for Adams County Court of Common Pleas”

Paul Royer: for Adams County Court of Common Pleas

Luann Boyer: for Adams County Association of Township Officials

April Majka: for New Oxford Borough Mayor

Michael Donnelly: for York Springs Borough Council

Jeanne Ewen: for Littlestown School Board Director

Donna Baylis: for Littlestown School Board Director

Nina Tipler: for Adams County Boroughs Association

Charlotte Shaffer: Adams County Republican Committee

Steven Yerger: for Littlestown School Board Director

Rachel Hutchison: for Littlestown School Board Director

David Laughman: for Adams County Council of Governments

Josh Fitting: for Adams County Sheriff

John Wega: for Adams County Sheriff

Luann Boyer: for Conewago Township Supervisor

Charlotte Shaffer: for Conewago Township Supervisor

Dale Brennan: for Gettysburg School Director

Rita Frealing: for Gettysburg Borough Mayor

Laura Baker: for Abbottstown Borough Council

Phil Wagner: for Biglerville Borough Mayor

Three New Businesses Bring Fresh Energy to Downtown Hanover

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Three New Businesses Bring Fresh Energy to Downtown Hanover
photo courtesy of Main Street Hanover

Hanover, PA — Downtown Hanover continues to grow as a vibrant destination for residents and visitors alike, welcoming three exciting new businesses to its historic district this spring. Each brings something uniquely different to the community, adding fresh energy and expanding the range of local offerings in the heart of town.

Snacktown Skate, Snow, and Surf, located at 20 Baltimore Street, is a one-of-a-kind outdoor sports store offering high-quality gear and equipment for surf, skate, and snow sports enthusiasts. Nestled in the heart of Historic Hanover, this locally owned shop is dedicated to inspiring and equipping adventurers of all skill levels to get outdoors and enjoy their sport of choice. Whether you’re catching waves, carving up pavement, or hitting the slopes, Snacktown Skate, Snow, and Surf has the tools to elevate your experience.

photo courtesy of Main Street Hanover

Dirty Paws Pet Salon, now open at 113 Baltimore Street, is a private one-on-one grooming studio operated by professional groomer Saramelia. Dirty Paws offers an all-inclusive experience tailored to each pet’s needs, ensuring a calm, crate-free environment with services like warm shampoo massages, fluff drying, dental care, breed-specific haircuts, and even a photo and bandana to complete the visit. The salon’s mission is to provide comfort, care, and a touch of style to every furry friend that walks through the door.

Four Corners Comics & Games, located at 34 Frederick Street, brings new life to Hanover’s comic and game scene. The shop features a curated selection of new and vintage comics, graphic novels, children’s books, and games for all ages. With a welcoming atmosphere and passion for storytelling and play, Four Corners is the perfect spot for collectors, gamers, and curious readers looking to explore new worlds.

photo courtesy of Main Street Hanover

“These three new businesses represent the creativity, diversity, and entrepreneurial spirit that make our downtown special,” said Moriah Tyler, Executive Director of Main Street Hanover. “Snacktown Skate, Snow, and Surf is a game-changer for outdoor enthusiasts, Dirty Paws brings a warm, personalized experience for pet owners, and Four Corners Comics & Games is a haven for readers and gamers alike. We are thrilled to welcome them to our growing downtown community and can’t wait to see the impact they’ll have.”

Main Street Hanover invites the community to explore these exciting new storefronts, support local business, and be part of the continued revitalization of Downtown Hanover.

Carroll Valley Borough Council Meeting – 05/13/2025

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Carroll Valley Borough Council Meeting – 05/13/2025

BOROUGH COUNCIL AGENDA
TUESDAY, MAY 13, 2025 – 7:00 P.M.

Richard Mathews, Council President, presiding
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call

REGULAR MEETING
1. Approval of Minutes: April 15, 2025, Regular Meeting
2. Open to the public
a. Citizens wishing to comment will be recognized in the Order of their listing on the Appearance Sheet and
are asked to stand up and give their name, address, and organization they represent (if applicable).
Impromptu comments are limited to five minutes per individual.
b. Communication from Doris Normand
3. Ordinances and Resolutions
a. Resolution #8-2025: Fee Schedule Amendment – For Approval
b. Resolution #9-2025: Application for GTRP Grant – For Approval
c. Resolution #10-2025: Application for REDG Grant – For Approval
4. Mayor’s Report – R. Harris
a. Police Report
b. Around Town
c. Upcoming Events & Meetings of Interest
d. In Requiem
5. Fire/EMS/EMA Report
a. AREMS
b. Fountaindale Fire Company
6. Committee Reports
a. Appointments
b. Parks & Recreation Committee
c. Planning Commission
• Hill Subdivision Request – For Approval
d. Nature Trail Ad Hoc Committee
e. New Park Ad Hoc Committee
7. Administrative Business – Borough Manager
a. Treasurer’s Report – April 2025
b. 2025 Surplus Inventory Sale – Realized Prices
c. Request to Vacate portion of Sunshine Trial
d. Burn Ordinance Revision
e. Capital Purchase Request
f. Code Appeals Board
8. Unfinished Business
a. Grant Funding Updates
b. Carroll Valley Wastewater Treatment Facility Project Update
c. Sale of Borough Lots
• Bid Award for Letting of May 7, 2025
• Resolution #7-2025: Sale of Real Property – For Approval
• Letting of July 9, 2025 – For Advertisement
9. New Business
10. Open to the public
a. Citizens wishing to comment will be asked to stand up and give their name, address, and organization they
represent (if applicable). Impromptu comments are limited to five minutes per individual.
11. Adjournment

McSherrystown Borough Council Meeting – 05/14/2025

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McSherrystown Borough Council Meeting – 05/14/2025

McSherrystown Borough Council General Meeting Agenda
Wednesday May 14, 2025 at 6:30pm

1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Invocation
4. Attendance Roll Call
5. Approval of April 9, 2025 Meeting Minutes
6. Announcements/Communications
a. Executive Session
b. Mayor/Police Report
7. Public Comment Period
8. New Business
a. Approval to hire part-time public works employee
b. Approval to modify the office hours
c. Approval of the Expenditures
9. Call for motion to Adjourn
Announcement of Next Public Meeting:
The next public meeting of the McSherrystown Borough Council is currently scheduled for
Wednesday June 11, 2025 at 6:30pm in the Borough Council Chambers.

Gettysburg Borough Council Meeting – 05/12/2025

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Gettysburg Borough Council Meeting – 05/12/2025

Borough of Gettysburg
Reception for Master Patrol Officer Dennis Bevenour 6:30 PM
Council Business Meeting Agenda – Monday, May 12, 2025 – 7:00 PM

I. Council – Call to Order President Moon
II. Moment of Silence and Pledge of Allegiance President Moon
III. Welcome and Opening Remarks President Moon
IV. Approval of Agenda and Minutes – Council
A motion to approve the May 12, 2025 agenda as presented.
A motion to approve minutes of the Council Meeting of April 14, 2025 and the Council
Work Session on April 28, 2025 as presented.
V. Special Presentation
Mayor Frealing and Chief Robert Glenny presented a proclamation and a police
shadow box to Master Patrol Officer Dennis Bevenour upon his retirement on
February 24, 2025.
VI. Announcements President Moon
An executive session will be conducted by the Borough Council immediately following
the adjournment of this evening’s monthly general business meeting of the Council
consistent with sections 708(a)(1) and 708(a)(5) of the Sunshine Act for the following
purposes: (1) to provide information and to discuss matters involving the
employment, the terms and conditions of employment, and the evaluation and
performance of current Borough employees; and (2) to review and discuss matters of
Borough business which, if conducted in public, could lead to the disclosure of
information or matters of confidentiality protected by law.
VII. Public Comment (Restricted to Items on the Agenda)
VIII. Current and Old Business
A. Planning Department
1. Planning /Zoning/Code Enforcement John Whitmore
a. Departmental Report
b. Motions Needing Council Action
A motion to authorize the Director of Code Enforcement, the Code Compliance
Officer and the solicitor to prepare and finalize a proposed ordinance, amending
Chapter 5 of the Code of Ordinances of the Borough of Gettysburg, for the purposes
of implementing quality of life enforcement provisions relative to code enforcement
ordinance violations.
2. Historic & Environmental Preservation Debra English
a. Departmental Report
b. Motions Needing Council Action
A motion to accept the recommendation of the Borough of Gettysburg Historic
Architectural Review Board (HARB) following its review during a public meeting on
April 16, 2025 and to approve the grants of Certificates of Appropriateness for the
following applications as presented: COA-250012 MAJOR PROJECT: 64 W. Middle
Street – Aime and Jodie Reighard Trust for the repair and replacement of exterior
features due to fire damage provided the removal of five or six west side windows
would be replaced with a window style agreeable to both the applicant and the Board
as presented in the application scope dated February 25, 2025; COA-250021 MAJOR
PROJECT: 639 S. Washington Street – Ryan and Amy Barnes for the construction
of a new 22 foot by 40 foot garage with board and batten siding in a dark color way
as presented in the application dated March 25, 2025; COA-250013, MAJOR
PROJECT: 322 Baltimore Street – Rod Simpson for the demolition of a rear 20 foot
by 20 foot accessory block garage; COA-250014, MAJOR PROJECT: 117
Breckenridge Street – Michael Brazda for the replacement of 14 windows pending
applicant confirmation that those windows are two-over-two windows with external
simulated divided light grids as presented in the application dated March 11, 2025;
COA-250020 MAJOR PROJECT: 120 N. Stratton Street – Charles Huber for the
construction of a new 16 foot by 22 foot enclosed screened porch over an existing deck
using materials outlined in the present scope as presented in the application dated
March 24, 2025. This action is taken in consideration of the factors and criteria, and
the findings made thereon, by HARB, as set forth in its April 16, 2025 meeting
minutes, and the same are hereby adopted by the Borough Council.
B. Parking Department
1. Departmental Report Becka Fissel
2. Motions Needing Council Action
A motion to authorize the solicitor to prepare a proposed ordinance for the purpose
of designating Hillcrest Place as a residential parking permit street consistent with
the Borough regulations for the Residential Parking Permit System, as set forth in
Chapter 15, Part 10 of the Code of Ordinances of the Borough of Gettysburg.
A motion to authorize the solicitor to prepare a proposed ordinance for the purposes
of designating an area on York Street, at or near its intersection with Liberty Street,
within a twelve-hour limit metered parking zone and removing such area from a twohour limit metered parking zone.
A motion to authorize the solicitor to prepare a proposed ordinance for the purpose
of removing a metered individual parking space on the east side of Baltimore Street
and adjacent to real property located at street address 304 Baltimore Street due to
public safety concerns.
C. Public Works Department
1. Departmental Report Robert Harbaugh
D. Borough Engineer
1. Engineer Report Chad Clabaugh
2. Motions Needing Council Action
Motion to award the North Washington Street Sidewalk & Paving Improvements –
Gettysburg Inner Loop Phase B2 – DCNR construction contract to the lowest
qualified responsive and responsible bidder, Kinsley Construction Inc., at their bid
amount of $334,424.00 as recommended by the Borough Engineer.
E. Police Department
1. Departmental Report Chief Robert Glenny
A motion to accept the eligibility list of candidates for the open position of entry-level
patrol officer and police cadet, as certified to and submitted to the Borough Council
by the Civil Service Commission of the Borough of Gettysburg. The Borough Council
does not object to the candidate certified to by the Civil Service Commission on its
eligibility list submitted to the Council.
A motion to make an offer of conditional appointment to Zachary Sawdey, as the
first-ranked candidate on the eligibility list, as certified to and submitted to the
Borough Council by the Civil Service Commission of the Borough of Gettysburg, for
an open position of entry-level patrol officer and police cadet with the Gettysburg
Borough Police Department. Said conditional appointment of an entry-level patrol
officer shall become effective on June 30, 2025.
F. Office of the Manager/Treasurer
1. Borough Secretary’s Report Sara L. Stull
2. Borough Manager’s Report Charles R. Gable
3. Motions Needing Council Action
A motion to approve all bills and payrolls for the month as presented.
A motion to appoint Elizabeth Meighan as a member of the Civil Service Commission
of the Borough of Gettysburg for a term of six (6) years, expiring in May 2031.
A motion to authorize the execution and delivery of a proposed Memorandum of
Agreement between the Borough of Gettysburg and the Pennsylvania State Historic
Preservation Officer regarding the Gettysburg Welcome Center. Charles R. Gable,
MPA, Borough Manager, and Sara L. Stull, Borough Secretary, are hereby
authorized to sign, attest, execute and deliver the proposed Memorandum of
Agreement on behalf of the Borough.
A motion to authorize the execution and delivery of a proposed agreement between
the Borough of Gettysburg and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD) regarding the procurement of federal grant funding and access
to such federal funds for the development and construction of the Gettysburg
Welcome Center. Charles R. Gable, MPA, Borough Manager, and Sara L. Stull,
Borough Secretary, are hereby authorized to sign, attest, execute and deliver the
proposed funding agreement with HUD on behalf of the Borough.
A motion to adopt Resolution No. 051225-1 authorizing the disposition of certain
identified records of various departments of the Borough of Gettysburg in accordance
with the provisions of the Municipal Records Act and the Municipal Records Manual
consistent with the Borough’s intention to follow the schedules and procedures for the
disposition of records as set forth therein pursuant to Gettysburg Borough Council
Resolution No. 021020-4, adopted by the Borough Council on February 10, 2020.
A motion to adopt Resolution No. 051225-2 for the purposes of supporting the Main
Street Gettysburg, Inc. vision statement, its five-year action strategy plan, as the
current plan for the revitalization of the Olde Getty Place neighborhood of the
Borough of Gettysburg relative to the Designated Elm Street Program, its request for
Main Street Matters Program Designation from the Department of Community and
Economic Development of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania (DCED), and the
entry by the Borough into a Cooperation Agreement with Main Street Gettysburg,
Inc. for its services to implement the five-year action plan for the Elm Street program
following the designation of the same by DCED.
A motion to adopt Resolution No. 051225-3 for the purposes of supporting the Main
Street Gettysburg, Inc. vision statement, its five-year action strategy plan, as the
current plan for the revitalization of the historic and central business districts of the
Borough of Gettysburg relative to the Designated Main Street Program, its request
for Main Street Program Designation from the Department of Community and
Economic Development of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania (DCED), and the
entry by the Borough into a Cooperation Agreement with Main Street Gettysburg,
Inc. for its services to implement the five-year action plan for the Main Street
program following designation of the same by DCED.
A motion to appoint Judith Butterfield as a voting delegate for the Pennsylvania State
Association of Boroughs Annual Conference to be held June 1 to 4, 2025.
IX. Reports
A. Liaison Reports
1. MSG Jill Sellers
Main Street Gettysburg
2. GARA Chad-Alan Carr
Gettysburg Area Recreation Authority
3. GMA Christopher Berger
Gettysburg Municipal Authority
4. SAHGB Judith Butterfield
Steinwehr Avenue Heart of Gettysburg Battlefield
5. ACBA Mayor Frealing
Adams County Boroughs Association
6. ACCOG Judith Butterfield
Adams County Council of Governments
7. HABPI Patricia Lawson
Health Adams Bicycle Pedestrian, Inc.
8. ACTPO Judith Butterfield
Adams County Transportation Planning Organization
9. Trail Feasibility Study Christopher Berger
B. Other Reports
1. Recycling Report Judith Butterfield
2. Gettysburg Fire Department Report
3. Adams County EMS Report
X. Elected Official’s Comments
A. Mayor Rita Frealing
B. Peter Bales
C. Alisha Sanders
D. Chris Berger
E. Patricia Lawson
F. Chad-Alan Carr
G. Vice President Judith Butterfield
H. President Matthew Moon
XI. Public Comment
XII. Adjournment
XIII. Executive Session

Adams County Farmers Market 2025

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Adams County Farmers Market 2025


The Adams County Farmers Market is open every Saturday from 8am to 1pm at the Gettysburg Rec Park. Come out and take a look at all the local shops and vendors, from food, crafts and so much more! Thank you to the wonderful team at the Adams County Farmers Market for helping to make our community a safe, vibrant and thriving one!

For more information on the Farmers Market visit their site: https://www.acfarmersmarkets.org/

Open House – Summer’s Army

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Open House – Summer’s Army


In this episode of Open House, Ray sits down with Kathy Griffin, Tiffany Storm and Summer Storm, who created “Summer’s Army”. This amazing organization holds events to help fight child cancer. Learn about Summer’s journey, and what lead to the creation of these wonderful events. “Together, we can make a difference in the lives of children fighting cancer.”

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Bruce Hollabaugh 5K Memorial Run Raises $19,769 for Memorial Endowment Fund

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Bruce Hollabaugh 5K Memorial Run Raises $19,769 for Memorial Endowment Fund
Pictured from left Brad & Kay Hollabaugh, Amanda Hollabaugh, and Ellie Hollabaugh Vranich

Biglerville, PA – The 1st Annual Bruce Hollabaugh 5K Memorial Run, held on April 13, 2025, at Hollabaugh Bros., raised $19,769 for the Bruce A. Hollabaugh Memorial Endowment Fund, established by Bruce’s parents, Brad & Kay Hollabaugh. Managed by the Adams County Community Foundation, the fund will benefit the charities and community initiatives for which Bruce cared deeply during his life. More than 270 runners and walkers registered for the inaugural 5K run through the rolling hills of the farm’s blossoming orchards.

“We have all been blown away by the support of staff and community, and this day was a great example of how much “good” is still in the world, it was truly a wonderful thing to see.,” said Ashley Coale, Director of Events & Education at Hollabaugh Bros.

“We are humbled by the generosity of everyone who played a role in making this inaugural event a huge success.,” said Ellie Hollabaugh Vrancih, Bruce’s sister and 3rd generation family member of Hollabaugh Bros. The endowment fund will provide support to many good causes and organizations throughout the Upper Adams Community and beyond for years to come.

The success of the 1 st Annual Bruce Hollabaugh 5K Memorial Run was a testament to the generous spirit of our community and the hard work of our volunteers. The Hollabaugh family would like to express its sincere gratitude to all the volunteers, sponsors, and participants who made this a memorable and impactful celebration of Bruce.

Watch the clip from the 1st Annual Bruce Hallabaugh 5k Memorial Run. 

2025 Gettysburg Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony

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2025 Gettysburg Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony

Gettysburg, PA – The Gettysburg Joint Veterans Memorial Day Commission would like to announce that the 158th Memorial Day parade and ceremony in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania will be held on Monday May 26, 2025. This is a great way to remember and honor those men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country. The Memorial Day parade and ceremony in Gettysburg is one of the oldest continuing ceremonies in the country. Ceremonies in the past have featured keynote speakers, such as past presidents of the United States and Pennsylvania governors.

The Memorial Day parade will begin at 2 p.m. at Lefever Street in Gettysburg and head northeast to East Middle Street; turn west on East Middle Street and south on Baltimore Street to the Soldiers’ National Cemetery.

The Memorial Day Ceremony will take place at 3 p.m. at the Rostrum in the Soldiers’ National Cemetery. The Keynote Speaker will be Deputy Secretary and Chief Operating Officer of the American Battle Monuments Commission, Robert J. Dalessandro. His photo and bio are located at: https://www.smithsonianjourneys.org/experts/robert-dalessandro/ . Other notable dignitary is Diana Henry, Commandant of the Marine Corps League for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania who will be serving as the Honorary Grand Marshall of the parade.

The Gettysburg Joint Veterans Memorial Day Commission consists of veterans’ organizations in Gettysburg: Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War – Gettysburg Camp #112; American Legion Post #202; Marine Corps League Detachment #705; Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #15 and AMVETS Post #172.

If you have questions regarding the parade and ceremony, please contact the commission at: GettysburgMemorialDayGJVMDC@gmail.com. Consider making a contribution to help offset costs of the parade and ceremony by sending a check to: Gettysburg Joint Veterans Memorial Day Commission, P.O. Box 3722, Gettysburg, PA 17325. Additional information on the parade and ceremony will be posted on the Commission’s facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/GettysburgMemorialDay.

Gettysburg Planning Commission Meeting – 05/05/2025

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Gettysburg Planning Commission Meeting – 05/05/2025

PLANNING COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
Monday, May 5, 2025 at 7:00pm | Borough Council Chambers

1. Convene Meeting

2. Review and Approve Agenda
3. Public Comment Restricted to Items on the Planning Commission Meeting Agenda
4. Tabled Old Business – NONE
5. New Business
A. Rezoning Resolution 05052025
Resolution by the Planning Commission to recommend approval of the May 5,
2025 Draft Zoning Ordinance to the Borough Council in accordance with the
Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code.
6. Announcements
A. The next Planning Commission meeting is scheduled for Monday, May 19, 2025, at
7:00 p.m.
7. Additional Comments from Planning Commission Members
8. Public Comment
9. Adjourn

Open House – York-Adams Film Club

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Open House – York-Adams Film Club


In this episode of Open House, Ray talks with Tammy Haire who, with her husband, created the York-Adams Film Club. Learn about the film club, what they do, where they meet and so much more!

Join their group on Facebook to start getting connecting with them, or show up to one of their meetings.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/749116080169449/

The People’s Town Hall Gettysburg Invites US Elected Officials to Meet Their Constituents

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The People’s Town Hall Gettysburg Invites US Elected Officials to Meet Their Constituents


The People’s Town Hall will take place on Saturday, May 3, 2025, The Barn Resort Gettysburg.

Invited speakers include US Representative John Joyce, M.D. (R PA-13), and US Representative Madeleine Dean (D PA-4). Voters from Pennsylvania’s 13th Congressional district (PA-13) are urged to attend and share concerns or ask questions of their elected officials.

Organized by an informal group of concerned citizens from the Gettysburg area, The People’s Town Hall will open with a keynote address by DNC Vice Chair Malcolm Kenyatta, after which invited legislators will present brief remarks, followed by a question and answer period with constituents. Local attorney Richard “Dick” Shoap (retired) will serve as moderator.

The People’s Town Hall is an opportunity for elected officials to publicly address their constituents’ grave concerns, according to Planning Committee Chair, Dr. Bettye Baker. Please note that this event will be recorded and that no signs beyond those provided by the Committee will be permitted in the auditorium.

A number of Adams County organizations have joined the effort to promote the event. The People’s Town Hall Committee encourages all residents to make their voices heard.

Please direct questions to the Planning Committee at thepeoplestownhallgettysburg@yahoo.com

Adams County Community Foundation Scholarship Breakfast 2025

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Adams County Community Foundation Scholarship Breakfast 2025


The Adams County Community Foundation held their 2025 Scholarship Breakfast on April 30th, 2025.

They were joined by Adams County Historical Society President & CEO, Gettysburg Area High School and Gettysburg College graduate, Andrew Dalton, as they recognized their 2025 scholarship award winners, scholarship fund donors, and their breakfast sponsors, Fred and Susi Guinn.

The 2025 Scholarship winners are:

Adams County Community Foundation Exceptional Student Award

          Olivia Gray – Bermudian Springs High School

Adams Electric Cooperative Scholarships

          Chloe Albrecht – Southwestern

          Kendall Beck – Northern High School

          Ava Bentzel – Littlestown High School

          Charles Connors – Southwestern

          Caleb Cothran – Dover Area High School

          Olivia Gray – Bermudian Springs

          Clayton Hackman – Bermudian Springs

          Zoey Haines – Gettysburg Area High School
          Thomas Johnson – Big Spring High School

          Morgan Keefer – Northern High School
          Caden Kessel – Biglerville High School

          Nictorious Khoury – Susquehannock

          Julie Kint – Littlestown High School
          Beyla Kline – Fairfield High School

          Jordan Klinger – Big Spring High School

          Talia Klunk – Spring Grove
          Katelyn Lay – Big Spring High School
          Kayla Lew – Gettysburg Area High School

          Karina Miller – Fairfield High School

          Landen Miller -Kennard Dale
          Zaida Moore – Big Spring High School

          Veronica Paul – Gettysburg Area High School

          Ashley Plunkert – Littlestown High School
          Claire Roberts – Biglerville High School

          Ian Welty – Littlestown High School

          Isaac Wolfinger – Shippensburg High School

Albert J. Lentz American Legion Post 202 Scholarship

          Isabella Kozack – Fairfield High School

Sherry (Krom) Amig Scholarship

          Kaelyn Balko – New Oxford High School

Thomas E. Arnold Scholarship

          Tyler Wolf – Biglerville High School

Henry Barberis III FFA Scholarship goes to:

          Jack Shannon – Biglerville High School

Joseph T. & Ivah R. Bollinger Scholarship

          Ian Welty – Littlestown High School

Biglerville Canner Award

          Noah Fulton

Biglerville Healthcare Education / Trade Scholarship

          Ashley Rodriguez – Biglerville High School

Mary Sue Cline Scholarships

          Bo Forney – Biglerville High School

          Yatzarelly Guzman-Reyes – Biglerville High School

Margaret Trew Cline Foundation Nursing Scholarship

          Ava Bentzel – Littlestown High School

Conewago Valley Scholarships  New Oxford High School

          Cade Baker

          Cameron Staub

          Carly Lawrence

          Catelyn Johnson

          Clayton Miller

          Gabriella Golden

          Kaelyn Balko

          Lillian Myers

Emma Duttera Scholarship

          Zion Herbert – Freedom Christian School Gettysburg

Fairfield Alumni Scholarship

          Karina Miller – Fairfield High School

Ray and Violet Flickinger Scholarship

          Tavian McAuliffe – Biglerville High School

Dolores Gillelan Memorial Scholarship

          Ava Peterson – Biglerville High School

Dr. Charles H. Glatfelter Scholarship

          Amanda Malone – Liberty University

          Riley Ward – Ohio University

Walter P. and Anna Griest Memorial Scholarship

          Breelyn Snyder – Bermudian Springs High School

Harold L. Griffie STEM Scholarship

          Adrian Karras – Bermudian Springs High School

Berne C. Hart Technical Scholarship

          Caden Kessel – Biglerville High School

          Stephanie Bobo – Biglerville High School

Mabelle Hereter Memorial Scholarship in Music

          Savannah Schneider– Gettysburg High School

Eddie Horst Memorial Scholarship

          Savannah Schneider– Gettysburg High School

Dale R. King Memorial Scholarship

          Jacob Hamm – Bermudian Springs High School

George B. Inskip Memorial Scholarship

          Coghan Jones – Fairfield High School

Kermit Jacoby, Jr. Scholarships

          Claire Roberts – Biglerville High School

          Tyler Wolf – Biglerville High School

Dr. Ronald Krablin Scholarship

          Zoey Haines – Gettysburg Area High School

Julie Ann Lochary Scholarship

          Makenzie Miller – Littlestown High School

Michelle Rene Louey Memorial Scholarship

          Acadia Farley – Littlestown High School

J. W. Martin Memorial Math Scholarship

          Beyla Kline – Fairfield High School

Meghan T. McKinney Memorial Scholarship

          Kaydence Dunlap – Biglerville High School

Mildred Walters Leader Memorial Scholarship

          Ella Lady – Biglerville High School

H. Edgar & Betty Jane Moul Scholarship

          Lillian Myers – New Oxford High School

Elizabeth Musselman Memorial Scholarship

          Tristin Barnhart – Fairfield High School

Luella Musselman Paul Scholarship

          Tyler Wolf – Biglerville High School

Greg Richardson Athletic Award

          Cadence Holmberg – Fairfield High School

          Zachary Williams – Gettysburg High School

Elizabeth Ferciot Roby Art Scholarship

          Nina Smith – Fairfield High School

Rotary Club of Littlestown Scholarship

          Makenzie Miller – Littlestown High School

Rotary Club of Gettysburg

          Caden Kessel – Biglerville High School

          Cadence Holmberg – Fairfield High School

          Luke Breighner – Gettysburg Area High School

          Robert Monn – Gettysburg Area High School

Dennis Runk, CPA (Class of 1969) and Family Scholarship

          Isabella Diaz – Littlestown High School

          Bryson Westfall – Littlestown High School

Helen & Elton Ruth Memorial Scholarship

          Dafne Garcia – New Oxford High School

Dalton Cole Schriver Memorial Scholarship

          Kody Martin – New Oxford High School

William E. Smith Family Scholarship

          Carmyn Baker – Bermudian Springs

          Roman Diaz – Bermudian Springs

The Emory H. & Luther D. Snyder Littlestown Foundry Scholarship

          Zion Herbert – Freedom Christian School Gettysburg

The Lady/Swales Scholarship

          Carmyn Baker – Bermudian Springs High School

Rosemary and Leon Tawney Scholarships

          Ava Bentzel – Littlestown High School

          Breelyn Snyder – Bermudian Springs High School

          Catelyn Johnson – New Oxford High School

Ray J. Wherley Tech/Trade Scholarship

          Kody Martin – New Oxford High School

Congratulations to everyone!

Gettysburg Gateway Connectivity Project – Public Engagement Meeting #2 – 04/30/2025

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Gettysburg Gateway Connectivity Project – Public Engagement Meeting #2 – 04/30/2025


PUBLIC MEETINGS Wednesday, April 23 & 30, 2025 at 6:30 p.m.

6:30 Welcome & Introductions Charles Gable, Project Background Chad Clabaugh

6:45 Phase 2B: Gateway Jill Sellers Small Group Discussion Table Moderator

7:00 Phase 1: Baltimore Street Center Jill Sellers Small Group Discussion Table Moderator

7:15 Phase 2A: Lincoln Square Jill Sellers Small Group Discussion Table Moderator

8:00 Large Group Discussion Jill Sellers

8:30 Closing Remarks/Next Steps Charles Gable

Open House – Destination Gettysburg

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Open House – Destination Gettysburg


In this episode of Open House, Ray talks with Mary Grace Kauffman who is the Media Relations Manager for Destination Gettysburg. Mary Grace talks about the growth of Destination Gettysburg, and some things they put in place to help they continue to grow and provide the best experience for our community and it’s tourism.

https://destinationgettysburg.com/

Gettysburg Borough Council Work Session – 04/28/2025

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Gettysburg Borough Council Work Session – 04/28/2025

Borough of Gettysburg
Council Work Session Meeting Agenda
Monday, April 28, 2025 – 7:00 PM

I. Call to Order President Moon

II. Welcome and Opening Remarks President Moon
III. Announcements President Moon
An executive session of the Borough Council was conducted immediately following
the adjournment of the April 14, 2025 Borough Council General Business Meeting,
consistent with section 708(a)(1) and section 708(a)(5) of the Sunshine Act.
The public is invited to participate in the second public forum to discuss design
concepts for the Gettysburg Gateway Connectivity Project. That public forum will be
convened at 6:30 PM in Council Chambers at the Gettysburg Borough Municipal
Building (59 East High Street, Gettysburg, PA 17325).
IV. Special Presentation
None.

V. Public Comment (Restricted to items appearing on the agenda – not tabled items)
VI. Current and Old Business
(1) PBS 2016-12 Sidewalk Ordinance Revisions Harbaugh / Gable
d. Shade Tree Ordinance / Procedures
(2) PBS 2020-08 Code Enforcement Ticketing Whitmore

(31) Chapter 15 Parking Amendments – Fissel / Gable
 Process and Authorization for Ticket Dismissal / Voids
VII. New Business
(31) Chapter 15 Parking Amendments – Fissel / Gable
 RPP on Hillcrest Avenue
 Parking Meter Removal at 304 Baltimore Street
 Meter Enforcement Hours on York Street
VIII. Public Comment (Open to items currently tabled or not listed on the agenda)
IX. Adjournment

Community Donates Over $1 Million During Match Madness

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Community Donates Over $1 Million During Match Madness

Carlisle, PA – This past March marked the Partnership for Better Health’s tenth annual Match Madness fundraising campaign. Donations from community members to 55 participating nonprofits have been matched up to $150,000 by the Partnership for Better Health, with support from WellSpan Health and The M&T Charitable Foundation.

“We are honored to support our local nonprofits through the Match Madness program,” says Carol Thornton, Executive Director of the Partnership for Better Health. “Many of our local nonprofits are seeing unprecedented need in services and resources. This was a phenomenal campaign. We are grateful to the generous donors who are supporting our community in this time of need.”

In total, community donors gave $1,024,053 to local nonprofits through Match Madness.

With the $150,000 in matching funds, this campaign represents more than $1.1 million to support our community, with a grand total of $1,174,053!

Participating nonprofits are working to give everyone a fair chance at good health. Whether it’s safer housing, healthier food, or stronger community support, each plays a role in shaping a person’s well-being; otherwise known as addressing the Social Determinants of Health.

While the Partnership received almost 200 fewer donations than last year, the average size of the donations increased by $50.

“March is an exciting time for our organization! Unlike other local giving programs, our program runs for the full month,” shares Antonia Price, Director of Communications and Development for the Partnership. “We have an incredibly generous community, that supports the crucial services our local nonprofits provide.”

Top Fundraisers for the 2025 campaign include Project SHARE of Carlisle, Community CARES, Safe Harbour, Bosler Memorial Library, and first-time participant CWS Harrisburg. Each of these participants raised over $50,000 in flexible funding to help carry out their missions of addressing the social determinants of health within our communities.

Other first-time participants included Adams County Children’s Advocacy Center, Branch Creek Place Senior Center, Carlisle Area Religious Council, Carlisle Community Coalition, Circle of Love Community Outreach Program, Latino Hispanic American Community Center, and Newport PA Farmers Market.

Not counting the top five fundraisers, organizations raised an average of $12,185 through community donations; this is $3,6000 more than the average raised by each organization last year.

Nonprofit organizations that received a grant from the Partnership for Better Health within the past two fiscal years were invited to participate in the 2025 Match Madness campaign. Participating organizations have a focus on the Social Determinants of Health, annual operating budgets of less than $3 million, and are raising funds to benefit our local community.

Since inception, the Partnership for Better Health’s annual initiative has raised over $6.1 million for local nonprofits, who provide essential services and resources to residents in Perry County, parts of Adams and Cumberland Counties, and the Shippensburg Area. Learn more: https://forbetterhealthpa.org/.

 

2025 Match Madness Organizations

Adams County Arts Council

Adams County Children’s Advocacy Center

Amethyst Foundation

Bethany House of Cumberland County

Big Brothers Big Sisters of South-Central PA

Big Spring Senior Center

Blue Mountain Escape

Bosler Memorial Library

Boys & Girls Club of Chambersburg and Shippensburg

Branch Creek Place Senior Center & More

Carlisle Area Religious Council

Carlisle Arts Learning Center (CALC)

Carlisle Community Coalition (Carlisle Summer League)

Carlisle Kiwanis Club Foundation

Carlisle Tool Library

Carlisle Victory Circle

Central Pennsylvania Conservancy

Central Perry Community Senior Citizens Center

Charles Bruce Foundation

Christ Among Neighbors (CAN)

Circle of Love Community Outreach Program

Civic Club of Shippensburg

Community CARES

CONTACT Helpline

Cumberland Valley Rails-to-Trails Council

CWS Harrisburg

Domestic Violence Services of Cumberland and Perry Counties

Drew Michael Taylor Foundation

Employment Skills Center

Friends of Spring Township

Hope Station

In Him Christian Wellness

Join Hands Ministry

Landisburg EMS

Latino Hispanic American Community Center

Launch Pad

LEAF Project

Maranatha-Carlisle

Millerstown Senior Citizens Center

Newport PA Farmers Market

PCLC (Perry County Literacy Council)

Perry County Council of the Arts

Perry Housing Partnership

Perry Human Services

Project SHARE

Reins of Rhythm Riding & Horsemanship

Safe Harbour

Shippensburg Area Emergency Medical Services

Shippensburg Community Resource Coalition

Shippensburg Produce and Outreach (SPO)

SPY (Supportive Partnerships for Youth)

The Peyton Walker Foundation

The Salvation Army

Tomorrow’s Neighbors

YWCA Carlisle and Cumberland County

 

Borough of Hanover Public Administration Facility Grand Opening – 04/23/2025

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Borough of Hanover Public Administration Facility Grand Opening – 04/23/2025

The Borough of Hanover held a grand opening for its new Public Administration Facility located at 33 Frederick Street, Hanover. This was held on Wednesday, April 23rd at 5pm.

Special guests included York County President Commissioner Julie Wheeler, York County Vice President Commissioner Scott Burford, York County Commissioner Doug Hoke, PA State Representative Kate Klunk, PA State Senator Kristin Phillips-Hill, members of the Hanover Borough Council, Hanover Mayor SueAnn Whitman, Borough Manager Margie Lewis, and leadership staff. 

The Borough of Hanover held a grand opening for its new Public Administration Facility located at 33 Frederick Street, Hanover on Wednesday, April 23rd. Special guests speakers included York County President Commissioner Julie Wheeler, York County Vice President Commissioner Scott Burford, York County Commissioner Doug Hoke, PA State Representative Kate Klunk, PA State Senator Kristin Phillips-Hill, members of the Hanover Borough Council, Hanover Mayor SueAnn Whitman, Borough Manager Margie Lewis, and leadership staff. Congratulations for the Borough of Hanover for this wonderful grand opening for their amazing new facility!

Parts of the project benefited from generous partners including:

  • UTZ Brands, Inc. sponsored the Administrative Area, providing a welcoming and secure entry space.
  • CommunityAid funded the new Community Kitchen, supporting future programming and events.
  • Brightspeed donated two digital kiosks for public information sharing.

A special highlight of the project is a public art mural designed by Moriah Tyler, Executive Director of Main Street Hanover. Installed in the building’s main lobby, the mural is a vibrant collage of Hanover’s history, culture, and community landmarks. Tyler collaborated with Borough leadership to ensure the piece captures the spirit and identity of Hanover.

“Bringing this mural to life has been an incredible experience,” said Tyler. “It’s an honor to create a piece that celebrates Hanover’s history and energy, and I hope it will serve as a source of pride and inspiration for residents and visitors alike.”

 The mural, digitally hand-drawn and printed on 3M vinyl, is not only a striking visual centerpiece—it also symbolizes the Borough’s commitment to community collaboration and placemaking through the arts.

 

Gettysburg Gateway Connectivity Project – Public Engagement Meeting #1 – 4/23/2025

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Gettysburg Gateway Connectivity Project – Public Engagement Meeting #1 – 4/23/2025

Welcome & Introductions Charles Gable
Project Background Chad Clabaugh
6:45 Phase 2B: Gateway Jill Sellers
Small Group Discussion Table Moderator
7:00 Phase 1: Baltimore Street Center Jill Sellers
Small Group Discussion Table Moderator
7:15 Phase 2A: Lincoln Square Jill Sellers
Small Group Discussion Table Moderator
8:00 Large Group Discussion Jill Sellers
8:30 Closing Remarks/Next Steps Charles Gable

Hanover Borough Council Meeting – 4/23/2025

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Hanover Borough Council Meeting – 4/23/2025


HANOVER BOROUGH COUNCIL MEETING
Hanover Borough Council meetings shall be held at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, Administration Building, 33 Frederick Street, Hanover, Pennsylvania. Enter through the Side Alley Door and upstairs to the left. Citizens requiring special accommodations to attend should in person contact the Borough Secretary at 717-637-3877 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting.

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.  Public Comment

3.01      Hear Citizens: concerning items presented in the Council Agenda

4.    Oath of Office – Mayor Whitman

4.01      Alan Redding, Code Enforcement Officer

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Consent Agenda

5.01      Approval of Minutes:
a.   Council Minutes of March 26, 2025

5.02     Finance Reports:
a.    Approve Bills for Payment
b.     Accept Monthly Financial Statement
c.     Accept Report of Monthly investments

5.03      Approve Appointments to Civil Service Commission
a. Ray Nehmeth, Jr. for a term from July 1, 2025 to December 31, 2030
b.  Shawn Klunk, Alternate from July 1, 2025 to December 31, 2030

5.04      Approve Resolution No. 1436 for Special Events allowing Alcohol Use and Sales at Moul Field:
a.   Hanover Chili Cookoff, August 31, 2025
b.   Snack Town Fall Fest, September 20, 2025
c.   Pride Fest, October 11, 2025

5.05     Approve Renewal of Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with UPMC Benefit Management Services

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5. Consent Agenda, continued

5.06     Water Main Extension Bond for High Pointe. LLC Phase 5-4
a.   Approve Bond Reduction to $25,000

5.07     Approve Downtown Christmas Events for Saturday, November 29, 2025 11:00 AM to 7:00PM
i.      Quadrant Closures (3) and closure of York Street, Center Square to Broadway
ii.     Christmas Parade
iii.   Santa Cabin Hours
iv.   Tree Placement and Lighting
v.     Free Downtown Parking Fridays and Saturdays, 11/28/25 to 12/27/25

5.08     Janitorial Cleaning Contract for 33 Frederick Street
a.   Approve bid advertisement

5.09     44 Frederick Street Public Safety Facility Project
a.   Approve continuation of Change Order Policy

5.10       Proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendment
a. Authorize Borough Solicitor and the Department of Planning and Engineering to proceed with scheduling of legal advertisement and public hearings

5.11       Approve Resolution No. 1435 for Preliminary/Final Land Development Plan Conditional Approval
a.   Shoe Orthodontics, 1191 Eichelberger Street – Approve Resolution 1435 for Preliminary/ Final Land Development Plan Approval (for building addition), including associated SALDO Modification Requests.

5.12       Fire Civil Service Rules and Regulations
a.   Adopt Amendments, as authorized by Civil Service Commission Resolution dated April 7, 2025

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Department of Water Resources – Mr. Reichert

6.01     Approve Resolution No. 1437 for Submission of PA Small Water & Sewer Program Grant Application
a.   Pump and Equipment Modernization Project

7.  Finance, Personnel and Administration – Mr. Kress

7.01     Ratify Change Orders for 33 Frederick Street Public Administration Project
a.   Change Order No. 045: $891.00 for additional solid surface counter in the Community Kitchen

7.02     Approve Certificate of Substantial Completion for 33 Frederick Street

8.  Additional Public Comment

8.01     Hear Citizens concerning all other items relating to Hanover Borough Council

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Announcements, if any

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Adjournment

Gettysburg Planning Commission Meeting – 04/21/2025

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Gettysburg Planning Commission Meeting – 04/21/2025

GETTYSBURG PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
Monday, April 21, 2025 at 7:00pm | Borough Council Chambers

1. Convene Meeting

2. Review and Approve Agenda
3. Review and Approval of Meeting Minutes
A. February 18, 2025, Meeting Minutes – Revised
B. March 17, 2025, Meeting Minutes
4. Public Comment Restricted to Items on the Planning Commission Meeting Agenda
5. Tabled Old Business – NONE
6. New Business
A. SLD-240003 / Gettysburg Station / 108 N. Stratton Street
Review of application for acceptance for a Preliminary Subdivision and Land
Development Plan for property located at 108 N. Stratton Street, Parcels 16007-
0109-000, 16007-0125-000, and 16007-0125A-000.
B. Rezoning
1. Direction for Borough Council
2. Updated Districts
3. Updated Zoning Map
4. Resolution with recommendation to Borough Council
7. Announcements
A. The next Planning Commission meeting is scheduled for Monday, May 19, 2025, at
7:00 p.m.
8. Additional Comments from Planning Commission Members
9. Public Comment
10. Adjourn

Emergency preparedness event offered to Adams County businesses and organizations

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Emergency preparedness event offered to Adams County businesses and organizations

Members of Adams County Regional EMS demonstrate first aid at the 2024 To The Rescue event.

Gettysburg, PA – First responders will share their expertise with Adams County business owners and employees at the second annual “To The Rescue Starts With You” emergency preparedness event May 1.

Destination Gettysburg will bring together officials from Gettysburg Borough police, fire, and parking departments; Adams Regional EMS, and National Park Service law enforcement at the Gettysburg Fire Department. Experts will demonstrate CPR, how to help a choking person, discuss must-have items for first aid kits, share crime prevention tactics, and more.

Local businesses and organizations are invited to attend the free, educational event that is designed to prepare members of the tourism industry for the upcoming peak travel season. The event will take place in the fire department’s social hall from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 35 N. Stratton St., Gettysburg.

This marks Destination Gettysburg’s second “To The Rescue” event. Sixty community members attended in 2024.

“The first responders last year provided such valuable information and gave practical advice on how to make workplaces safer for employees and visitors,” Destination Gettysburg Director of Partnership Amy Welsh said. “We’re looking forward to building upon last year’s success and spreading this knowledge further so we can create an even safer community.”

As of 2023, the tourism industry represented more than 5,000 jobs in Adams County, according to the annual report issued by Tourism Economics through the Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development. In that same year, visitors spent more than $786 million. Adams County typically sees more than 3 million visitors annually.

Those wishing to attend are asked to RSVP by April 28 at bit.ly/ToTheRescue2025. There is no cost to participate. Light snacks and refreshments will be provided.

Bruce Hollabaugh 5k Memorial Run 2025

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Bruce Hollabaugh 5k Memorial Run 2025


On Saturday April 13th, Hollabaugh Bros., Inc. held their 1st Annual Bruce Hollabaugh 5K Memorial Run. With over 250 runners coming out in support, this marked their 1st 5K Memorial Run a huge success. Congratulations to Hollabaugh Bros. for their success on this event, as well as celebrating 70 years on the Family Farm!
All Proceeds for this event went to the Bruce A. Hollabaugh Memorial Endowment Fund, which is a component fund of the Adams County Community Foundation.

To learn more about Hollabaugh Bros, you can visit their website at: hollabaughbros.com

Report: Visitor spending sets record in Adams County

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Report: Visitor spending sets record in Adams County

photo courtesy of Destination Gettysburg

New data shows that travelers spent $786 million in 2023

Gettysburg, PA –A recently released report through the Pennsylvania Department of Community Development (DCED) showed that spending by out-of-town visitors to Adams County, Pa., set a record in 2023, the most recent year of data available.

The study conducted by Tourism Economics on behalf of DCED reported that visitors in 2023 spent $786 million in 2023 — an increase of $50 million over 2022 and surpassing pre-pandemic levels (2019) for the first time.

“We’re excited to see the continued growth of this vital industry in Adams County,” said Karl Pietrzak, President & CEO of Destination Gettysburg, the official destination marketing organization for Adams County, Pa. “As visitation increased coming out of the COVID pandemic in 2020 and 2021, the money spent by travelers in this community also grew, sustaining tourism as a top industry in the county.”

Of the $786 million spent by visitors in Adams County in 2023, $203 million was spent on recreation, $196.7 million on transportation, $166.1 million on dining, $128.3 million on retail, and $91.9 million on lodging, according to the report.

The data also showed that direct tax revenue — at the local, state and federal levels — reached $80.3 million, and that tourism directly impacted 5,067 jobs in Adams County in 2023. Wages paid to those employees topped $175 million.

Employment is the only economic figure in the DCED report that has not surpassed pre-COVID levels, as tourism-related businesses across Adams County still struggle to fill all positions. In 2019, employment supported by tourism reach 5,392.

“The pandemic was devastating in many ways, and it was undoubtedly going to take several years to see a full rebound,” Pietrzak said. “While we are excited that visitor spending and tax revenue bounced back strong, it may be another year or more until we see employment make a full recovery.”

Across the state, visitors spent $47.9 billion in 2023, according to the report. Pennsylvania’s tourism economy also supported 507,594 jobs and generated $4.8 billion in state and local taxes. Tourism Economics estimates that each household in Pennsylvania would need to be taxed an additional $903 to replace the visitor taxes received by state and local governments in 2023.

Adams County is part of the Dutch Country Roads region, a nine-county area in Southcentral Pennsylvania. Dutch Country Roads, according to 2023 data, generated the second highest total in visitor spending at $9.77 billion — behind only the “Philadelphia and the Countryside” region.

Learn more about the impact of tourism in Adams County and read the full DCED report by visiting Gettysburgtourismworks.com/impact-of-tourism.html.

 

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