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Steelton Borough would like to remind its residents and community members about the existing ordinance prohibiting open burning within the borough. The provisions outlined in § 48-1 of the Steelton Borough municipal code clearly state that building fires or burning wastepaper, pasteboard boxes, and other waste material, except for outdoor cooking, are considered a nuisance and strictly prohibited.

Recent weather conditions, characterized by abnormally dry weather and record-low rainfall, have created a heightened risk of wildfires in the region. The combination of dry conditions and the potential for thunderstorms and lightning strikes poses a substantial threat to the safety and well-being of our community.

Additionally, the impact of smoke from extensive wildfires in Canada is being felt across the northeast, including the Harrisburg region. The resulting poor air quality, due to tiny particles in the smoke, poses a danger, especially for individuals with chronic lung or heart conditions.

Steelton Borough urges all residents, businesses, and stakeholders to be aware of and comply with the prohibition on open burning. This includes refraining from building fires or burning any form of waste material on streets, alleys, highways, vacant lands, public places, or private property, except for outdoor cooking purposes.

The borough’s commitment to public safety and environmental preservation requires the cooperation and support of everyone in the community. It is vital that we take necessary measures to prevent wildfires, protect our environment, and maintain good air quality standards.

On December 7th Councilwoman Keontay R. Hodge submitted her resignation of Council. At the December 19th Council Meeting, Borough Council formally accepted Councilwoman Hodge’s resignation.

Steelton Borough Council and staff would like to thank Ms. Hodge for her years of service to the Borough. Ms. Hodge, elected to two terms, served as a Councilwoman for the Borough of Steelton from 2016-2022.

With Ms. Hodge’s resignation, Steelton Borough Council must appoint a new member to fill her vacancy until December 31st, 2023, which is the end of Ms. Hodge’s elected term.

Council is seeking letters of interest and resumes for consideration of appointment of the remainder of Councilwoman Hodge’s term. Submissions will be accepted by e-mail to boroughmanager@steeltonpa.com. Submissions will also be accepted by hand delivery, in a sealed envelope labeled “Attention Borough Manager, Council Vacancy,” to the third floor offices at Steelton Borough’s Administrative Office located on 123 N Front Street. All submissions must include your full legal name, address, and at least one method of contact in either the form of a phone number or e-mail address, preferably both. Applicants must meet all legal requirements and qualifications needed to hold this office in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Council will accept hand-delivered letters of interest and resumes until 3:00pm on December 30th, 2022 and by e-mail until January 2nd, 2023 at 11:59pm.

Council anticipates reviewing submissions and taking action at either the Jan 3rd, 2023 or Jan 17th, 2023 Council Meeting.

On Monday January 3rd the Steelton Borough swore in their newly elected officials.

Mayor Elect Cierra Dent was sworn in by Judge Sonya Marie McKnight, Council Elect Willie Slade was sworn in by Judge Edward M. Marsico, Jr., re-elected council member Natashia Woods was sworn in by Judge Sonya Marie McKnight, re-elected council member Brian Proctor was sworn in by Judge Edward M. Marsico, Jr., and Tax Collector elect Mary J. Carricato was sworn in by Judge Edward M. Marsico, Jr..

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