Tuesday night Coaldale held their monthly meeting and discussed the upcoming paving of the parking lot in front of the high school. Council member Wayne Figner questioned why the school wasn’t able to use tax money to get the paving done, to which Vice President Claire Remington responded.

“They usually could, but their taxes really just pay for the teachers, who aren’t getting a whole lot either. It’s a sad situation with schools - it’s bad.”

President Angela Krapf wanted to also clear up any confusion and said the borough would not have to pay for anything, just send Coaldale workers to help.

Along with helping the school and community, Remington said another perk would be that Coaldale would then be allowed to use their paver, as they are buying a new one.

“Their thank you to us for sending our guys up there is letting us use their paver,” she said.

Coal Crackin’ Rock the Block

The Coaldale Volunteer Fire Company wrote a letter to council stating that the Coal Crackin’ Rock the Block event will be happening on Sept. 12. There will also be the annual apparatus parade occurring on the same night, beginning at 6 p.m. Line up and judging will begin at 4 p.m.

In the letter, fire Chief Steven Polischak requested the 100 block of West High Street and the 200 block of Sixth Street to be closed that day. Member Ann Girard made the motion and Figner seconded it.

The motion was carried and the request will be granted.

Police updates

Two officers were voted to be hired on a part-time as-needed basis, based off the recommendation of police chief Keith Krapf. Denna Krammes has an effective hire date of July 20 and Fred Lahovski has an effective hire date of July 21.

Both officers have extensive background in law enforcement and have already started working shifts.

Angela Krapf said Lahovski is excited to be working for the town of Coaldale, having already done research into local histories such as the hospital. She said she thinks he will be a great asset.

“They’ve both been a big help - they have shown up and picked up hours,” Mayor Herb Whildin said. “They both seem good and I am really happy with them.”