MARCH 2, 2005

WAYNESBORO, PA 17268

PUBLIC HEARING RE: 2005 CDBG PROGRAM

Council President Charles McCammon called the public hearing to order at 7:15 p.m. with the following in attendance:

Borough Council Members B Richard George, C. Harold Mumma, John Cook, Charles McCammon and Andrew Benchoff

Mayor Louis M. Barlup, Jr.

Borough Staff B Lloyd R. Hamberger, II, Borough Manager

Ray Shultz, Police Chief

Kevin Grubbs, Head of Engineering Services

D. Lloyd Reichard, II, Borough Solicitor

Others B Erik Genga (Mullin and Lonergan Associates, Inc.)

Mr. McCammon stated that the purpose of the hearing was to receive comments and input on the proposed 2005 Community Development Block Grant Program for the Borough of Waynesboro. (This is the second hearing required by the CDBG program.) Council has selected the following items for the 2005 CDBG program:

1. Street improvements in lower income areas $ 96,089

2. Downtown revitalization including infrastructure and

building improvements $ 55,434

3. Administration $ 33,260

TOTAL: $184,783

The hearing was advertised in accordance with rules and regulations of the CDBG program. Mr. Erik Genga of Mullin and Lonergan Associates (the Borough=s CDBG consultants) was present to explain the program and proposed projects, and answer any questions.

Councilman Benchoff noted that Council received three (3) requests for funding, which were discussed at the last public hearing. He asked for confirmation that, even though this disbursement of funds has been advertised, amendments can be made to include one or more of those requests in the program. Mr. Genga explained the amendment process, and recommended that any amendment be made after the application deadline. He added that a public hearing would be required, but there would be no time limitations at that point. Mr. Genga added that any such amendments would need to be in accordance with CDBG requirements.

Councilman George asked if Mr. Genga has had an opportunity to review the requests received in an effort to determine eligibility. Mr. Genga indicated that the smoking deck at the homeless shelter would be difficult to approve, but the remaining items are more feasible. Mr. George requested that Council give consideration to these requests.

Questions and/or comments from the public were requested. There being none, the hearing was adjourned at 7:21 p.m.

Respectfully Submitted,

Melinda S. Knott

Administrative Assistant