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Bethel Park Council Meeting - June 9, 2026

Municipal Council — Tuesday, June 9, 2026
BodyBethel Park, Pennsylvania
SessionMunicipal Council
DateTuesday, June 9, 2026
StatusFILED
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Transcript — Verbatim
0:17

Okay, calling the June 8th, 2026.

0:21

Regular council meeting to order.

0:23

Can I have the roll call, please?

0:25

Ms.

0:26

Ward.

0:27

Ms.

0:28

Kamanacki.

0:29

Here.

0:29

Mr.

0:30

Oaks.

0:30

Here.

0:31

Mr.

0:31

Sensi.

0:32

Here.

0:32

Mr.

0:33

Janisak.

0:34

Here.

0:34

Mr.

0:35

Jenkins.

0:35

Here.

0:36

Mrs.

0:36

Kaltzman.

0:37

Miss Garris.

0:38

Here.

0:39

Mrs.

0:39

Piccolito.

0:40

Here.

0:44

Age attendance.

0:45

Please stand for the Pledge of Allegiance.

0:52

I pledge allegiance to the flags of the United States of America.

0:57

And to the Republic for which it stands.

1:00

Our nation under God and divisible with liberty and justice for all.

1:10

Thank you, everyone.

1:11

Uh, for chair announcements, we had an executive session tonight, June 8th at 625.

1:17

Uh moving on to the reports of officials and the library director.

1:32

Good evening, everybody.

1:33

My name is Christine.

1:34

I'm the director of your public library, where we provide opportunities to explore, learn, create, and connect.

1:42

Is the school ornament sales.

1:44

Since last fall, the Bethel Park Fantastic Four Cherries have been selling metal ornaments commemorating the Bethel Park elementary schools that have now closed.

1:54

Each ornament is four inches by two and a half inches and has a photo of each of the elementary schools on the front and the name and dates of operation on the back.

2:03

There's an ornament for each elementary school as well as for Neil Armstrong.

2:08

Our volunteers attended each of the last ballot events at the schools, and our sales were very brisk, so this is just me telling you if you're interested in a school ornament.

2:17

We have very limited stock, and we will not be placing another order order.

2:21

So when they're gone, they're gone.

2:31

It is summer learning for youth, and this year's theme is Unearth a Story.

2:35

This is for children birth through high school.

2:37

We have a lot of programs planned pertaining to dinosaurs, archaeology, geology, and the like.

2:44

So stop in and register for summer learning.

2:46

You'll pick up a folder inside is a bingo card with a list of activities that you can do to win some prizes.

2:53

And we don't forget about the adults.

2:55

We have summer reading for adults.

2:56

Come to the library and register.

2:59

For each book that you read or you listen to, you can submit an entry for a weekly drawing in person, or you can do that online as well.

3:08

And for eight weeks, there will be a winner drawn weekly for a $25 gift card.

3:13

And all entries received by July 26th will be entered into a grand prize drawing of for your choice of one of our three America 250 prints that we are of course selling.

3:24

Proceeds benefit the um Bethel Park Fantastic Four, which are the community foundation, education foundation, the Historical Society, and the library.

3:33

And finally, just a reminder that the library is closed on Sundays throughout the summer.

3:38

But the pick up pick up lockers are always available at the top of our ramp.

3:43

And as are our e-books and other electronic resources through the library's website at Bethel Park Library.org.

Discussion Breakdown — Share of Meeting
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Public Safety█████████████████████21%
Transportation Safety█████████████13%
Community Engagement████████████12%
Public Engagement██████6%
Economic Development██████6%
Arts And Culture████4%
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Summary of Proceedings

Bethel Park Council Meeting - June 9, 2026

Note: The transcript indicates the meeting was called to order on June 8, 2026, but the provided date for this summary is June 9, 2026 (UTC).

The Bethel Park Council held its regular meeting with all eight members present. Mayor Allen and department heads delivered reports, followed by public comments, a consent agenda, and multiple legislative votes, all passed 8-0. The meeting concluded with the annual State of the Municipality address.

Public Comments & Testimony

  • Sue Means (3485 South Park Road) questioned the manager's statement that only the Democratic and Republican parties use the municipal building, noting the Friends of the Montour Trail still meets there. She also raised concerns about transparency in the Crown Plaza development negotiations.
  • Scarlet Stockhausen (16, Frederica Drive) spoke about the dangerous intersection at Broughton and Willis Road, citing 16 confirmed crashes since 2021 and a recent rollover. She presented over 1,100 signatures from residents and students requesting a traffic signal and urged council to push PennDOT for faster action.
  • Catherine McCarthy (101 Jordan Street) described ongoing speeding issues on Jordan Street, criticized the installation of no-parking signs as a response that punishes residents, and called for traffic calming measures such as speed bumps and consistent enforcement.

Consent Calendar (Items A–H)

  • Approved 8-0 without discussion.

Bills & Payroll

  • Approved Bill List 2026-0608 for $1,683,393.68 (8-0).

General Policy & Finance

  • Approved RecDesk management software contract for $10,500 (8-0).
  • Approved Ordinance 6826A amending amusement device licensing (8-0).
  • Approved Resolution R6826B authorizing a $38,250 grant application for a field utilization study (8-0).

Health, Safety & Welfare

  • Approved Ordinance 6826B regulating e-bike operations (8-0).
  • Approved Ordinance 6826C installing a stop sign at Barnes Avenue and Centerman Avenue (8-0).
  • Approved notification transfers to PA State Police and Allegheny County Emergency Services effective July 13, 2026 (8-0).
  • Approved promotion of Officer Blasco to Sergeant under Civil Service rules (8-0).

Planning & Zoning

  • Approved Resolution R6826A revising the sewage facilities plan for 4959 Highland Avenue (8-0).
  • Authorized sending a proposed vape shop zoning ordinance to the Planning & Zoning Commission and County Planning for review (8-0).

Public Works & Maintenance

  • Awarded contract for Route 88 & King School Road improvement to A. Fellino Construction Inc. for $289,480, funded by grants (8-0).
  • Ratified payment of $20,109.11 to West Penn Power for utility pole relocation related to the project (8-0).

Department Reports & Discussion

  • Library Director Christine announced limited stock of school ornaments, summer learning programs (theme: Unearth a Story), adult summer reading with gift cards, and library closures on Sundays during summer.
  • Police Chief Arnold recognized retiring Sergeant Keith Jones (26 years of service) and noted he will join the school district police. He highlighted the new Paul Miller Law against distracted driving (effective June 6), warned parents about underage e-bike use, and announced the last Crime Watch meeting before summer on June 15.
  • Fire Dept. 1st Lt. McGuffin reported 72 calls in April 2026 (total 365 year-to-date), 600 man-hours, and top responders. He read the chief's message thanking the community and promoting the Citizens Fire Academy.
  • Manager (voice hoarse) requested waiver of the agenda to appoint a new police sergeant, announced the third annual Arts & Music Festival on July 25, and a new Splash Park cinema series starting this week.
  • Mayor Allen presented a certificate to Chayla Miller (19) for being the first Bethel Park student to serve as both cheerleader and majorette and for winning a national college cheerleading championship. He also promoted the "Jack of All Trades" TV show, the 90+ Club, waste drop-off event, and the Summer Spectacular fireworks on July (date not specified).

State of the Municipality Address

Mayor Allen delivered the annual address, highlighting:

  • Strong financial condition: property tax millage of 4.13 mills (one of lowest in Allegheny County); a home assessed at $100,000 pays about $413 annually.
  • Public safety recognition of police and fire departments.
  • Public works' efforts during challenging winter.
  • Recreation investments: 3,000 sq ft splash park, Pickleball Complex with 10 courts (new Rotary pavilion).
  • Notable development projects: Bethel Trail (39 homes), Seven Brew Coffee, Clean Express Auto Wash, Enclave at Cool Springs (65 townhomes), Conrad's Tire Express, Rivian service center, Aluna Mediterranean restaurant, Brookside Lumber transition to Lesser Lumber, and the new K-5 elementary school opening this fall.
  • Commitment to balanced growth and quality of life.

Key Outcomes

  • All motions, ordinances, and resolutions passed unanimously 8-0.
  • Officer Blasco promoted to Sergeant.
  • Stop sign approved for Barnes and Centerman Avenue.
  • E-bike regulations updated.
  • Vape shop zoning referred for planning commission review.
  • Route 88/KIng School Road improvements contracted for $289,480.
  • Grant application authorized for field utilization study.
  • New police sergeant appointment requested (waiver granted).

Meeting Transcript

Okay, calling the June 8th, 2026. Regular council meeting to order. Can I have the roll call, please? Ms. Ward. Ms. Kamanacki. Here. Mr. Oaks. Here. Mr. Sensi. Here. Mr. Janisak. Here. Mr. Jenkins. Here. Mrs. Kaltzman. Miss Garris. Here. Mrs. Piccolito. Here. Age attendance. Please stand for the Pledge of Allegiance. I pledge allegiance to the flags of the United States of America. And to the Republic for which it stands. Our nation under God and divisible with liberty and justice for all. Thank you, everyone. Uh, for chair announcements, we had an executive session tonight, June 8th at 625. Uh moving on to the reports of officials and the library director. Good evening, everybody. My name is Christine. I'm the director of your public library, where we provide opportunities to explore, learn, create, and connect. Is the school ornament sales. Since last fall, the Bethel Park Fantastic Four Cherries have been selling metal ornaments commemorating the Bethel Park elementary schools that have now closed. Each ornament is four inches by two and a half inches and has a photo of each of the elementary schools on the front and the name and dates of operation on the back. There's an ornament for each elementary school as well as for Neil Armstrong. Our volunteers attended each of the last ballot events at the schools, and our sales were very brisk, so this is just me telling you if you're interested in a school ornament. We have very limited stock, and we will not be placing another order order. So when they're gone, they're gone. It is summer learning for youth, and this year's theme is Unearth a Story. This is for children birth through high school. We have a lot of programs planned pertaining to dinosaurs, archaeology, geology, and the like. So stop in and register for summer learning. You'll pick up a folder inside is a bingo card with a list of activities that you can do to win some prizes.

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