The Tyrone Borough Council accepted the resignation its vice president, approved of the use of Reservoir Park for a summer camp, and dealt with several other matters at its regular meeting on January 8, 2018.

Borough Council Vice President Nathan Verilla turned in his official resignation to the council. No reason for the resignation was given by the council. 

Councilman Robert Dollar will fill the vice president’s seat, leaving an open seat on the council that will be filled at a later date.

In other importation business, the council approved the use of Tyrone’s Reservoir Park for Camp Krislund, a Christian summer camp that includes Bible study, games, arts and crafts, and a field trip to Krislund’s own facility.

“Camp Krislund, helps youth build and enhance friendships. Along with their relationship to God,” said Krislund spokeswoman Julianna Brady.

Council approved Krislund’s use of pavilion 12, along with some other pavilions at the far end of Reservoir at no cost.  The camp will run for three weeks, June 11th-15th July 9th-13th August 6th-10th 2018.  The cost is $75 per camper, per week.

“This is very beneficial for the kids. We are thankful that you chose Tyrone,” said Mayor Latchford.

Due to the recent cold weather, the council also approved emergency warming centers at the Joshua House, Armory, and the Church of the Good Shepherd.

The Tyrone Police Department also reported that they will donate five unclaimed bikes to Helping Hands of Tyrone.

Borough Council also approved an NPDES permit application fund of $9,400. NPDES addresses water pollution by regulating point sources that discharge pollutants to waters.

In other business, more electronic, solar powered, speed signs will be added to the borough’s streets.

Finally, as a result of the recent cold weather, the water department has issued a recommendation that residents let their water run a few times a day to ensure that pipes don’t freeze. “Even though it’s warming up outside, that doesn’t change what’s underground,” said the water department spokesman.