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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Regular April monthly meeting of Pittston City Council originally scheduled for Wednesday April 19, 2023 at 7:00 P.M. in City Council Chambers, City Hall, 35 Broad Street, Pittston, Pennsylvania has been rescheduled to Monday April 24, 2023 at 7:00 PM in City Council Chambers. Questions pertaining to the rescheduled meeting should be directed to the City Administrator’s Office 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM Monday to Friday at (570) 654-0513.
Joseph Moskovitz
Pittston City Administrator
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Regular March meeting of Pittston City Council originally scheduled for Wednesday March 15, 2023 at 7:00 P.M. in City Council Chambers, City Hall, 35 Broad Street, Pittston, Pennsylvania has been rescheduled to Wednesday March 22, 2023 at 7:00 PM in City Council Chambers. Questions pertaining to the rescheduled meeting should be directed to the City Administrator’s Office 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM Monday to Friday at (570) 654-0513.
Joseph Moskovitz
Pittston City Administrator
CITY OF PITTSTON
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
CARES ACT FUNDING
MODIFICATION
Notice is hereby given that the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Pittston will hold a public hearing on December 22, 2022 at 4pm in Pittston City Hall, Council Chambers.
If you require special accommodations, please notify Joseph Chacke, Director of the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Pittston, at least 72 hours in advance at 570-654-4601 or jchacke@pittstonrda.com or TDD users 7-1-1 PA Telecommunications Relay Center.
The hearing for the CARES Act Community Development Block Grant (CV-CDBG) Program will provide an opportunity to citizens to comment on the proposed modification to the CDBG CV activities. The Coronavirus Aid, relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act), provides additional CDBG funds to prevent, prepare for, and respond to the coronavirus pandemic. The City is proposing to use approximately $6,596.89 left from an activity which came in underbudget (Lincoln Heights Ventilation) to put towards a new activity, the provision of an air filtration system at the City of Pittston Housing Authority foyer at Infantino Towers with other funds contributed from the Housing Authority of the City of Pittston.
Written comments on the proposed modification of the use of CDBG-CV funds will be accepted by the Pittston Redevelopment Authority until 4 p.m. January 17, 2023 and may be addressed to: the Redevelopment Authority at the above address or email jchacke@pittstonrda.com City Council will consider approval of the application at the regular Council meeting on January 18, 2023.
All interested parties are invited to attend the public hearing and give oral testimony at the public hearing or present written comments or to send written comments to the Pittston Redevelopment Authority, Attention Joseph Chacke at 35 Broad St. Pittston PA or jchacke@pittstonrda.com.
By order of the
City of Pittston
Michael Lombardo
Mayor
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Entry-Level Police Officer in the Bureau of Police
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CITY OF PITTSTON
CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATIONS
ENTRY LEVEL POLICE OFFICER
&
FULL TIME FIREFIGHTER
The Civil Service Commission for the City of Pittston is now accepting applications to take the civil service examination for entry level Police Officer and entry level Firefighter/Engineer. Applications may be obtained at the office of the City Administrator at:
City of Pittston
35 Broad Street
Pittston PA 18640
Or online at www.cityofpittston.org
Applications and required documentation along with a non-refundable testing fee of $50.00 check or money order made payable to the City of Pittston, must be submitted by mail or in person to the Office of the City Administrator during normal business hours Monday through Friday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM except Holidays.
Submission deadline is Wednesday July 20, 2022 at 4:00PM
Minimum Eligibility requirements:
The City of Pittston is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Please review the link for the City Council Meeting Agenda for the meeting on January 3, 2022.
CITY OF PITTSTON
Civil Service Examinations
Entry-Level
Police Officer
The Civil Service Commission for the City of Pittston is now accepting applications to take the civil service examination for Entry-Level Police Officer in the Police Department. Applications may be obtained from the City Administrator’s Office at Pittston City Hall, 35 Broad St., Pittston, PA 18640 or online at www.pittstoncity.org. If you would like an application mailed to you, please contact 570-654-4601 ext. 245. Applications and required documentation along with a non-refundable processing fee of fifty ($50) dollars, check or money order made payable to the City of Pittston must be submitted by mail or in person at the City Administrator’s Office.
Submission deadline is Thursday, August 12th at 4:00pm. Qualified applicants will be invited to test on Saturday August 28, 2021.
Minimum Eligibility Requirements
Entry-Level Police Officer
The City of Pittston is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
CITY OF PITTSTON
Civil Service Examinations
Entry-Level
Firefighter in the Bureau of Fire
The Civil Service Commission for the City of Pittston is now accepting applications to take the civil service examination for Entry-Level Firefighter in the Bureau of Fire. Applications may be obtained from the City Administrator’s Office at Pittston City Hall, 35 Broad St., Pittston, PA 18640 or online at www.pittstoncity.org. Application can be downloaded below. If you would like an application mailed to you, please contact 570-654-4601 ext. 245. Applications and required documentation along with a non-refundable processing fee of fifty ($50) dollars, check or money order made payable to the City of Pittston must be submitted by mail or in person at the City Administrator’s Office.
Submission deadline is Thursday, August 12th at 4:00pm. Qualified applicants will be invited to test on Saturday August 28, 2021.
Minimum Eligibility Requirements
Entry-Level Firefighter
The City of Pittston is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
This notice will serve to advise all residents of City of Pittston and all municipalities therein that the following actions, if based on race, color, sex, national origin, religion, familial status (families with children), or handicap (disability) is prohibited by Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968 (Federal Fair Housing Act) and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act adds the additional protected classes of age, ancestry and use of guide or support animals because of the blindness, deafness or physical handicap of the user or because the user is a handler or trainer of support or guide animals are considered discriminatory:
If you’re a person with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation, please contact the below Fair Housing Officer/Agency.
If you’re Limited English Proficient and require a document translation, please contact the below Fair Housing Officer/Agency.
All residents are hereby notified, that any complaints regarding a discriminatory action under one of the above conditions may be filed with the:
Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission
Harrisburg Regional Office
333 Market Street, 8th Floor
Harrisburg, PA 17101-2210
(717) 787-9780
(717) 787-7279 TTY users
And
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
FHEO/Regional III Office Mid-Atlantic Office
100 Penn Square East, 12th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 861-7643
Fax: (215) 656-3449
TTY: (800) 927-9275
Notice is hereby given that the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Pittston will hold a public hearing on May 17, 2021 at 4 P.M. The Hearing will be held virtually. To join the Zoom Meeting please go to the following link:
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Meeting ID: 829 1895 7216
Password: 693633
If you require special accommodations, please notify Joseph Chacke, Director of the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Pittston, at least 72 hours in advance at 570-654-4601 or jchacke@pittstonrda.com or TDD users 7-1-1 PA Telecommunications Relay Center.
The hearing for the CARES Act Community Development Block Grant (CV-CDBG) Program will provide an opportunity to citizens to comment on the proposed modification to the CDBG CV activities. The Coronavirus Aid, relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act), provides additional CDBG funds to prevent, prepare for, and respond to the coronavirus pandemic. With the availability of food donations from multiple sources and an immediate need for food storage, the City will use the CDBG-CV funds ($20,000) previously allocated for a food donation to Meals on Wheels, and some funding from Foreclosure Prevention ($3,532) to provide funding for a walk-in freezer with installation costs so that Meals on Wheels can safely store food supplies to respond to the pandemic. The modified funding now includes $23,532 to Meals on Wheels instead of the previous $20,000. A copy of the modification is available for public review and comment from May 10, 2021 through May 18, 2021 on the City’s website: https://www.pittstoncity.org/
Written comments on the proposed modification of the use of CDBG-CV funds will be accepted by the Pittston Redevelopment Authority until 4 p.m. on May 18, 2021 and may be addressed to: Redevelopment Authority at the above address or email jchacke@pittstonrda.com City Council will consider approval of the application at the regular Council meeting on May 19, 2021.
All interested parties are invited to attend the public hearing and give oral testimony at the public hearing or present written comments or to send written comments to the Pittston Redevelopment Authority, Attention Joseph Chacke at 35 Broad St. Pittston PA or jchacke@pittstonrda.com.
By order of the
City of Pittston
Michael Lombardo
Mayor
Notice is hereby given by that City of Pittston will hold a public hearing on May 5, 2021 at 4:00 P.M. The hearing will be held virtually. To join the Zoom Meeting please go to the following link:
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Meeting ID: 811 8762 3676
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If you require special accommodations, please notify Joseph Chacke, Director of the Pittston Redevelopment Authority, at least 72 hours in advance to 570-654-4601 or jchacke@pittstonrda.com or TDD users 7-1-1 PA Telecommunications Relay Center.
The purpose of the hearing is to discuss the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program in general, the needs of the community that can be met with CDBG funding, and performance under the previously funded CDBG program years and the Three-Year Community Development Plan. The hearing will also discuss the use of the CDBG CV funds allocated to prevent, prepare for, and respond to COVID-19.
The City of Pittston expects to receive an allocation of approximately $304,500 in FY 2021 CDBG funds from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. At least 70% of the funds must be used to benefit low- and moderate-income persons. The proposed activities must benefit at least 51% low-moderate income persons in the service area to qualify as an eligible project. The application submission deadline to the PA Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) has not yet been announced but we assume it will be early November 2021.
The following types of activities may be eligible for funding under the CDBG Program: water and sewer line replacement and improvements; housing rehabilitation; construction or improvements to community facilities such as community centers, roads, sidewalks and recreational facilities; public services; removal of architectural barriers; code enforcement; economic development; acquisition of property in support of other activities; demolition; and general administration.
If activities undertaken with grant funds would result in the displacement of families or individuals, then the City’s Anti-Displacement and Relocation Policy, would be in effect. The City would be responsible for replacing all low- and moderate-income housing units that may be demolished or converted as a result of the use of CDBG funds.
In addition, the City may also receive additional allocation(s) of CDBG-CV funding authorized by the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES) of 2020. The City of Pittston will discuss unmet needs in the City and potential uses of CDBG-CV funding to prevent, prepare for and respond to coronavirus. CDBG Program regulations apply.
All interested parties are invited to attend the public hearing and give oral testimony at the Public hearing or present written comments concerning the needs of the community, proposed CDBG activities, CDBG-CV Program, the prior use of funds, as well as the CDBG program in general. Comments may be submitted by September 30, 2021 to the Pittston Redevelopment Authority, Attention Joseph Chacke at 35 Broad St. Pittston PA or jchacke@pittston.com.
By order of the City of Pittston
Michael Lombardo
The City’s Neighborhood Action Team (NAT) will continue inspections again this Friday September 25th, 2020. The NAT will focus its efforts on CARROLL AND MILL STREETS.
The City formed the NAT to address blight, property maintenance issues and quality of life in a concerted effort in the neighborhoods under the City and Redevelopment Authority’s Neighborhood Housing Initiative. Members of the Code Enforcement, Police, Fire, EMS, Administration, Public Works Departments, and Office of Community Development comprise the NAT.
Property owners receiving notices are required to contact Code Enforcement within 24 hours of a notice to develop a plan of action. They are given up to 24 hours to correct violations such as high grass and up to 30 days (or more) to address more substantial issues. No actual fines or citations are issued during NAT sweeps (except possibly habitual offenders). The purpose of the sweeps are to improve the neighborhoods and quality of life of our residents, and to remind homeowners of their obligation to maintain their properties in a safe and code compliant manner. The City utilizes the International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC) as published by the International Code Council for these standards. The International Code Council is dedicated to developing model codes and standards used in the design, build and compliance process to construct safe, sustainable, affordable and resilient structures. Most U.S. communities and many global markets choose the International Codes. More information about the IPMC may be found at https://codes.iccsafe.org/public/collections/I-Codes.
Homeowners that have code-deficient properties are encouraged to contact the Commission on Economic Opportunity at 570-826-0510 or the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Pittston at 570-654-4601. Income eligible residents may qualify for programs to help make required repairs to their home. Rules and regulations apply and funds are limited.
The Police enforce parking regulations and abandoned vehicles. An abandoned vehicle is one that does not have a current inspection. Vehicle owners are given 7 days to obtain an inspection before further enforcement action occurs.
The City and its officials are mindful of the COVID pandemic and the limits it has placed on all of us and will be willing to work with everyone on any issue they may have in this respect. The importance is to communicate this to the appropriate officials if you are notified of a violation.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
CITY OF PITTSTON
2020 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
Notice is hereby given that the City of Pittston will hold a public hearing on October 4, 2020 at 4 P.M. The Hearing will be held virtually. To join the Zoom Meeting please go to the following link:
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Meeting ID: 873 4571 5755
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This meeting is accessible to persons with disabilities and/or persons with Limited English Proficiency. If you wish to attend and require special accommodations, please notify Joseph Chacke, Director of the Pittston Redevelopment Authority, at least 72 hours in advance at 570-654-4601 or jchacke@pittstonrda.com or TDD users 7-1-1 PA Telecommunications Relay Center.
The hearing for the 2020 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program will provide an opportunity to citizens to comment on the proposed activities. Written comments on the proposed use of FY 2020 CDBG funds will be accepted by the Pittston Redevelopment Authority until noon, October 13, 2020 and may be addressed to: the Redevelopment Authority at the above address. City Council will consider approval of the application at the regular Council meeting on October 15, 2020.
The City expects to receive $304,821 in CDBG funds to be allocated as follows:
| ACTIVITY | AMOUNT | NATIONAL OBJECTIVE
|
| Rehabilitation at Lincoln Heights Senior Apartments | $150,000 | Low-Mod Housing |
| Housing Rehabilitation | $25,000.00 | Low-Mod Housing |
| Acquisition to remove blight | $74,954 | Blight elimination |
| Program Administration | $54,867 | |
|
TOTAL USE OF FUNDS |
$304,821 |
Persons who have an interest in historic resources may also make themselves known and review and comment on proposed activities. Persons who make themselves known will receive future notices regarding program activities and their potential impact on historic resources.
All interested parties are invited to attend the public hearing and make known their views with respect to the needs to be addressed with grant funds or to send written comments to the Mr. Joseph Chacke, City Hall, 35 Broad Street, Pittston, PA 18640, Phone: 570-654-4601 (TDD Users: PA Relay Center 7-1-1).
BY ORDER OF THE CITY OF PITTSTON
Michael Lombardo, Mayor
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
The Council of the City of Pittston shall hold a Public Hearing on the proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendment on Tuesday, October 6, 2020 at 5:00PM in the Basement Conference Room of City Hall, 35 Broad Street, Pittston, PA. All interested parties are given the opportunity to be heard on the proposed zoning ordinance amendment at this Hearing. The Amendment is available on the City’s website or may be inspected in person at City Hall. Social distancing and masks shall be required at the hearing. Written comments may be submitted to jchacke@pittstonrda.com or by mail to Pittston City, Attention: Joe Chacke, Executive Director, 35 Broad Street, Suite 202, Pittston, PA 18640.
The City’s Neighborhood Action Team (NAT) will continue inspections again this Friday September 4th, 2020. The NAT will focus its efforts on JOHNSON and RIVER Streets.
The City formed the NAT to address blight, property maintenance issues and quality of life in a concerted effort in the neighborhoods under the City and Redevelopment Authority’s Neighborhood Housing Initiative. Members of the Code Enforcement, Police, Fire, EMS, Administration, Public Works Departments, and Office of Community Development comprise the NAT.
Property owners receiving notices are required to contact Code Enforcement within 24 hours of a notice to develop a plan of action. They are given up to 24 hours to correct violations such as high grass and up to 30 days (or more) to address more substantial issues. No actual fines or citations are issued during NAT sweeps (except possibly habitual offenders). The purpose of the sweeps are to improve the neighborhoods and quality of life of our residents, and to remind homeowners of their obligation to maintain their properties in a safe and code compliant manner. The City utilizes the International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC) as published by the International Code Council for these standards. The International Code Council is dedicated to developing model codes and standards used in the design, build and compliance process to construct safe, sustainable, affordable and resilient structures. Most U.S. communities and many global markets choose the International Codes. More information about the IPMC may be found at https://codes.iccsafe.org/public/collections/I-Codes.
Homeowners that have code-deficient properties are encouraged to contact the Commission on Economic Opportunity at 570-826-0510 or the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Pittston at 570-654-4601. Income eligible residents may qualify for programs to help make required repairs to their home. Rules and regulations apply and funds are limited.
The Police enforce parking regulations and abandoned vehicles. An abandoned vehicle is one that does not have a current inspection. Vehicle owners are given 7 days to obtain an inspection before further enforcement action occurs.
The City and its officials are mindful of the COVID pandemic and the limits it has placed on all of us and will be willing to work with everyone on any issue they may have in this respect. The importance is to communicate this to the appropriate officials if you are notified of a violation.
The City’s Neighborhood Action Team (NAT) will continue inspections again this Friday August 21, 2020. The NAT will focus its efforts on DEWITT, GREEN, THISTLE, UPPER UNION, and CHAPEL Streets.
The City formed the NAT to address blight, property maintenance issues and quality of life in a concerted effort in the neighborhoods under the City and Redevelopment Authority’s Neighborhood Housing Initiative. Members of the Code Enforcement, Police, Fire, EMS, Administration, Public Works Departments, and Office of Community Development comprise the NAT.
Property owners receiving notices are required to contact Code Enforcement within 24 hours of a notice to develop a plan of action. They are given up to 24 hours to correct violations such as high grass and up to 30 days (or more) to address more substantial issues. No actual fines or citations are issued during NAT sweeps (except possibly habitual offenders). The purpose of the sweeps are to improve the neighborhoods and quality of life of our residents, and to remind homeowners of their obligation to maintain their properties in a safe and code compliant manner. The City utilizes the International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC) as published by the International Code Council for these standards. The International Code Council is dedicated to developing model codes and standards used in the design, build and compliance process to construct safe, sustainable, affordable and resilient structures. Most U.S. communities and many global markets choose the International Codes. More information about the IPMC may be found at https://codes.iccsafe.org/public/collections/I-Codes.
Homeowners that have code-deficient properties are encouraged to contact the Commission on Economic Opportunity at 570-826-0510 or the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Pittston at 570-654-4601. Income eligible residents may qualify for programs to help make required repairs to their home. Rules and regulations apply and funds are limited.
The Police enforce parking regulations and abandoned vehicles. An abandoned vehicle is one that does not have a current inspection. Vehicle owners are given 7 days to obtain an inspection before further enforcement action occurs.
The City and its officials are mindful of the COVID pandemic and the limits it has placed on all of us and will be willing to work with everyone on any issue they may have in this respect. The importance is to communicate this to the appropriate officials if you are notified of a violation.
The NAT will be active throughout the summer and fall.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Pittston Civil Service Commission shall convene an online meeting via Zoom on Friday August 21, 2020 at 3:00pm. To join the Zoom Meeting use the following link and access codes:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87220889339?pwd=eTdBa2VaMm11NlJubE96L2QrOUJOdz09 Meeting ID: 872 2088 9339 Passcode: 751810 or Dial by phone 1-646-558-8656
Any person with a disability requiring special accommodation to attend this meeting should notify the City Administration 24 hours prior to the meeting date by contacting 570-654-0513.