Mayor Madden commenced the meeting by extending his gratitude to the community and his family for their unwavering support. He underscored the accomplishments of the borough while acknowledging the challenges lying ahead. A major reform announced by Mayor Madden was the planned transition to a council-matic committee form of government. This pivotal change aims to enhance the effectiveness of governance and decision-making within the borough. The Mayor also accentuated the importance of volunteerism, urging citizens to actively participate in communal activities and contribute to the borough’s development.

Councilman Conahan echoed the sentiments of gratitude and acknowledged the efforts of his colleagues in advancing the borough’s interests. As part of his address, he laid out comprehensive plans for revenue generation and infrastructure development, emphasizing the need for strategic planning to bolster the borough’s financial standing and modernize its facilities.

The council proceeded to confirm Councilman Conahan as the Council President, a role that positions him to lead the council’s legislative efforts. The confirmation process was followed by the announcement of 2024 fire department officers’ appointments.

Mayor Madden continued with the announcement of his appointments for the year 2024, which covered key committees and boards including the Housing and Community Development, Library Board, and Cultural and Heritage Committee. These appointments underscored the borough’s dedication to fostering a dynamic and culturally rich community.

In addition to the committee appointments, the 2024 Council Liaison appointments were also announced, with councilmembers assigned to interact with entities such as the Board of Education, Police Court, and Environmental Commission. These liaisons are expected to facilitate communication and collaboration between the council and other pivotal municipal bodies.

The meeting then transitioned to the appointment of Professional Services, which was a substantial agenda item involving the approval of various resolutions. Key appointments included the borough attorney, auditor, engineer, environmental engineer, bond attorney, and other legal and professional service providers for 2024. The selection of these professionals is crucial to the borough’s administrative and financial operations, ensuring that the municipal government is equipped with expert guidance and support.

The council presented resolutions for the consent agenda, a collection of matters requiring formal approval. Among these were the adoption of Robert’s Rules of Order, authorizing the treasurer to reinvest funds, appointing deputy clerks, and confirming fire department drivers for the year 2024.

Despite opening the meeting to public comments, no community members stepped forward to speak, leading to a swift closure of the public portion. The meeting then progressed to its conclusion, marking the end of a session that involved critical appointments and discussions on the borough’s governance and future initiatives.