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6/10/26 Regular City Council Meeting
Published: Jun 10, 2026
City Council Approves Pollinator Initiative, Tax Settlement, 9-11 Trail Signage, and City Hall Accessibility Improvements
The City Council considered several resolutions and ordinances. Resolution 10776 would designate Johnstown as a 'B City USA' affiliate to promote pollinators. Resolution 10777 authorizes a stipulation of settlement for a tax assessment appeal by Pennsylvania Lines LLC. Resolution 10778 approves signage for the 9-11 National Memorial Trail. Resolution 10779 exonerates delinquent taxes for properties owned by the Johnstown Redevelopment Authority/Land Bank. Resolution 10780 approves the purchase and installation of a vertical lift platform at City Hall for ADA compliance. Resolution 10781 addresses a conditional use for Pleasant Hill Baptist Church regarding parking. Resolution 10782 approves a bridge reimbursement agreement for the Dalewood Street Rehabilitation Bridge project.
Johnstown Proposed as 'B City USA' Affiliate to Boost Pollinator Populations
During the council meeting, Resolution 10776 was presented, proposing to designate Johnstown as a 'B City USA' affiliate. This initiative aims to increase the city's pollinator population, including bees, by establishing designated areas for planting flowers and trees. The initiative is being spearheaded by a local organization as a capstone project for the Gunter Leadership program.
Transportation Woes: Bus Service Inadequacies and Hazardous Bridge Lighting Highlighted by Residents
During public comment and council updates, transportation issues were a significant topic. Residents expressed concerns about the inadequacy and unreliability of bus services, specifically mentioning issues with routes to the West End, Woodvale, and the lack of service connecting to this meeting. The safety of the railroad bridge tunnel on Laurel Avenue due to poor lighting and visibility was highlighted as a major hazard for pedestrians and drivers. The city manager confirmed that addressing bus service with CamTran is ongoing, and noted that lighting issues in railroad tunnels are the responsibility of the railroad company, which has been unresponsive to requests for improvements.
City Project Updates: Central Park Nears Completion, Public Safety Building RFP Issued, Main Street Project Back on Track
The City Manager provided updates on several ongoing city projects. The Central Park project is progressing with visible construction, and completion is anticipated before the August 31st contract deadline. The Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Public Safety Building has been issued, with bids due in July. The Main Street project is back on track with the Federal Transit Administration after a delay, with construction hoped to begin in the first quarter of 2027. The city also received positive news regarding its municipal pension funds audit, with a significant turnaround noted by auditors.
City Council Reviews April Financial Report: Tax Collections, Personnel Costs, and Pension Funds Highlighted
The City Manager presented the financial report for April, detailing cash balances, income sources, and expenses. Key financial highlights included real estate tax collections, personnel costs by department, and analysis of base pay versus overtime. The report also covered long-term debt, noting the payoff of the 2016 general obligation note and the ongoing balance of the 2020 general obligation bond. The financial health of municipal pension funds was reported as strong.
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