The emergency declaration in Summit Hill “for prolonged interruption of municipal water supply” has been extended another 15 days.

A 60-day emergency declaration was initially declared on July 27 when the borough’s water supply was transferred to two 10,000-gallon portable tanks so that the 500,000-gallon main water supply tank could undergo routine maintenance including sandblasting and painting.

The emergency was expected to end on Sept. 26, but was extended by Mayor Paul McArdle.

Summit Hill Borough Council said the main tank is in the process of being refilled.

During the emergency declaration, all open burning is banned, and in the event of a structure fire, a mutual aid call will be placed for tank trucks from fire departments in neighboring communities.

In other business

• Newly appointed Chief of Police Todd Woodward said he will host a meet-and-greet with the public at 6 p.m. Oct. 6 in the community center. There also will be discussion held on forming a community watch.

• Mayor McArdle said trick-or-treat night will be held on Oct. 31, from 6-8 p.m. The rain date will be Nov. 1. Also on Oct. 31, there will be a display of emergency vehicles in front of the fire department from 6-9 p.m.

• The borough council accepted a letter of resignation from police officer William Curilla, effective immediately. The council will continue to advertise for applicants to work as part-time police officers.

• The Recreation Commission was granted permission to hold Halloween in the Park on Oct. 23 at 1 p.m. The rain date is October 30. There will be refreshments and treats. A karaoke machine will be at the site.

• Fire police were given permission to assist at the Switchback Scamper on Oct. 25. The footrace will begin at 2 p.m. in Summit Hill and conclude at Mauch Chunk Lake Park.

• The council said it will advertise for bids for a new garbage contract that takes effect Jan. 1. Councilman David Wargo said the contract will specify residents can place at curbside a maximum of 250 pounds of trash per week, plus up to 180 gallons of ashes.

The contract will specify two cleanup events and one electronic recycling collection occur. During cleanup, up to four tires can be placed at curbside, but labels for those tires must first be obtained at the borough hall. Anyone having tires on the curb without the labels will be cited for littering. Bids will be accepted until 4 p.m. on Oct. 25, and opened at that evening’s council meeting.

• The council will continue purchasing its liability insurance and workers’ compensation insurance through the Kilmer Group. Kira Steber, borough secretary-treasurer, said liability insurance increased by $2,858 while cyber insurance decreased $268. The deductible for cyber insurance increased to $25,000, from $5,000 this past year. Workers’ compensation insurance decreased $4,927 under the new policy.

• Borough resident Jeff Wentz complained about a neighbor feeding stray cats. The council said it will look into the matter to determine if a violation is occurring.