Cooperstown Borough October 5, 2026, Meeting Minutes

 

The meeting was called to order with The Pledge of Allegiance and Jerry Ritchey opened with prayer.

In attendance were Mark and Lori Sanner – not in attendance were Brenda Schwab and Barb McElhaney

Guest Speaker- The Sanner’s were in attendance to present their proposal/plan for the library. They would bring an early childhood development program to the community and have a place for young kids to go after school also. Lori has worked with ELRC and has 35 years of experience in this career. Council stated they should investigate such things as zoning and septic placement. If things can move forward, they can make an offer to purchase the library.

Minutes were read and approved by Jerry and Bonnie

Bills approved by Bonnie and Jerry

New Business discussed:

• Council discussed the new electric line project to be completed by West Penn starting in December – Jerry will obtain some details, and council will post a public notice on the website
• CCI – Mike is retiring and will be taking permits only until December 31^st – Council will look into a company to take over for the permitting

Old Business discussed:

• Used equipment to go up for sale with pictures and descriptions
• Two snow plowing positions – Jayden may be interested
• Discussion of code enforcement and Chuck Gibbons – Council discussed wage – John made motion to offer $25/hour – Jerry 2^nd – All in favor

Committee Report updates:

• Emergency Management
• Streets – Mike will cold patch
• Equipment – Council stated that equipment should be maintenanced “before and after” every use
• Parks and Recreation
• Fire Department
• Sewage and Drainage
• Pioneer Cemetery
• Christmas Island

 

Other Public Comment

Adjournment was called at 8:00 pm and approved by Bonnie and Jerry

Marcy Shorts – Borough Secretary