The council introduced and passed Ordinance 2025-25. The ordinance establishes penalties for non-electric vehicles or those not charging when parked in EV-designated spaces. This new regulation comes as the borough prepares to open a municipal lot featuring EV charging stations. By drawing parallels between this ordinance and existing regulations for handicap parking, the council underscored its importance in ensuring that designated spaces are utilized appropriately. This ordinance will undergo a second reading and potential adoption on September 22, 2025, to allow for public input.

The discussion of Ordinance 2025-24 involved a detailed examination of salary adjustments for the year 2025. The ordinance, which passed unanimously, involved several revisions to salary ranges for municipal employees. Notable changes included a downward adjustment of salaries for the mayor and council due to previous discrepancies, while assistant manager salaries saw a slight increase. One position’s base salary was reduced, pending a future resolution. The council emphasized the need for transparency in these adjustments, highlighting the availability of historical salary data through the finance department for any member seeking further clarity.

In the realm of public safety, the council heard from Chief George of the police department, who reported on the department’s near-completion of the accreditation process, standing at 95% compliance. He praised the success of the National Night Out event, which saw participation from over 90% of the officers, and detailed the department’s proactive enforcement campaign against driving under the influence. Chief George also recounted an incident where Officer Marka successfully intervened in a domestic violence case. The department is seeking to hire bilingual officers to better serve the diverse community, and Chief George addressed concerns regarding pedestrian signage, agreeing to inspect and rectify any issues.

The council also navigated complex property negotiations, particularly concerning properties at 15 and Grand Avenue. Council members debated the need for an extension in negotiations due to delays over the summer, caused by attorneys being on vacation. There was scrutiny over the timing and handling of these negotiations, with assurances previously given that agreements would be reached within a set timeframe.

Resolutions 2025-269 and 2025-270 prompted discussions on vote interpretations, leading to debates about quorum and majority rules. Ultimately, these resolutions passed, despite the procedural complexities. The council addressed various resolutions as part of the consent agenda, including tax appeals and property considerations.

A resident highlighted the importance of police-community relations and called for improved traffic management near schools, given the expected increase in student numbers. An announcement was also made about an upcoming street festival on September 20, inviting community participation.